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Figure 12. Cross-sectional TEM images of a silica sample implanted with Ag and S (a) high-resolution image showing the lattice planes of the Ag2S shell (b) bright-field showing the contrast between the Ag core and the Ag2S shell (c) and (d) are the diffraction pattern of the sample sequentially implanted with S followed by Ag and with Ag followed by S, respectively. (Reprinted from Ref [1], 2005, with permission from Italian Physical Society.)...

Unlike column chromatography approaches that can only process single samples sequentially, one TLC plate can accommodate and analyze multiple samples and standards. Numerous samples are processed simultaneously in a unique solvent tank, separating out the stabilizer or explosive analyte(s) away from the sample matrix. Semi-quantitative assessments with nanogram detection limits are readily obtained by inspection of the plates. This process allows numerous samples to be analyzed by a single operator per day. 

Proceed for the assay of AP in the serum sample sequentially as follows ... 

Acquisition times commonly vary from seconds to minutes, often with negligible time between acquisitions, even when measuring multiple locations simultaneously (multiplexing). The dedication of different areas on the charge coupled device (CCD) detector to each measurement point makes this possible. The detectors used for MIR and NIR instruments cannot be multiplexed in the same fashion and must measure multiple samples sequentially. 

For simplicity of computer implementation, and in almost all practical cases, s(x) can be taken as zero outside some limited range of x. Using filter terminology, we may say that it has a finite impulse response. Let us consider the discrete version. For discretely sampled data, we write the sampled response function as sw. As in Sections V. A. 1-V. A.4, we take its output at the center of the filter. That is, the output corresponds to the Mth finite value, where M is the index at which sm is maximum. Because data are almost always sampled sequentially, we may take the index m as being directly proportional to time. Visualizing the convolution as in Section II.A of Chapter 1, we readily see that the filter s output lags its input by precisely M samples. 

The Zymark and Gilson ASPEC workstations process solid-phase extraction samples sequentially without the intervention of a human analyst. These workstations are programmed to activate extraction cartridges with solvent to prepare them to receive a specimen. After the sample application, cartridges are washed to remove impurities. The analytes of interest are then eluted into collection tubes or injected onto a liquid chromatograph for sequential analysis. 

Onorato et al. [144] reported the use of 30xl-mm-ID Cig column (3 pm), operated at 0.7 ml/min and 70°C, to achieve a separation of idoxifene and its major metabolite within 10 s/sample. Sequential injections were performed using a Gilson multiprobe liquid handler, capable of aspirating eight samples simultaneously. Sample pretreatment was performed by LLE in 96-well plate format. 

Turning now to the micropore volumes, it is useful to consider the different samples sequentially. 

Specific detection of PVA on fabrics can be achieved using potassium dichromate (K Cr O ). Two solutions are used. Solution A consists of 11.88 g K Cr O and 25 ml concentrated H SO in 50 ml distilled water. Solution B contains 30 g NaOH in 70 ml distilled water. After solutions A and B are applied to a white fabric sample sequentially, the brown colour developed indicates the existence of PVA. A yellow-green colour can be triggered by unsized goods, potato starch, styrene-maleic anhydride copolymer, alginates, guar, gelatin or CMC. 

Fig. 9. Changes in PL intensity resulting from exposure of a graded n-CdSxSei x sample sequentially to N2, NH3, N2, SO2, and N2- Other experimental conditions are as described in Fig. 2.

Despite of clear advantages of a differentiated analysis over investigations of total sample - sequential chemical extraction is probably the most useful tool for predicting long-term adverse effects from con-tamined solid material - it has become obvious that there are many problems associated with these procedures (e.g., Kersten Fdrstner, 1986 Rapin et al. 1986) ... 

Continuous-flow instruments may also be single-channel (batch) instruments that analyze a continuous series of samples sequentially for a single analyte (Figure 23.4). Or they may be multichannel instruments in which the samples are split at one or more points downstream into separate streams for different analyte analyses, or separate ahquots of samples may be taken with separate streams in parallel. 

Figure 49.1 Changes in UI during pregnancy in 38 women sampled sequentially during each trimester (T1-T3) and at delivery. PP = Postpartum. Thirty-eight women were sampled sequentially during each trimester (T1-T3), and at delivery and postpartum. Note From Smyth etal, (1997).

The key to these methods is that the values are sampled sequentially, such that the distribution only depends on the last value sampled. Therefore, a Markov chain is formed. As defined in probability, a Markov chain is a sequence of random variables 1, 2, > AT, for which the distribution of any given i, given all previous s, depends only on the most recent value Therefore, for each step in a simulation,... 

Some critical information about the retrieved implant can only be obtained immediately at the time of harvesting. Some investigational techniques require sample preparation while others require the sample to be first thoroughly cleaned. Due to the destructive nature of some analytical techniques, they have to be performed only after various other tests have been carried out. Given the limited size of samples, sequential planning of sample analysis is very important. Both the ASTM and ISO implant retrieval standards prescribe a three-stage approach to implant analysis ... 

Accelerated solvent extraction (ASE) is a relatively recent advance in sample preparation for trace environmental analysis. This techiuque uses conventional solvents at elevated pressures and temperatures to extract solid samples quickly. The process takes advantage of the increased analyte solubilities at temperatures well above the boiling points of common solvents. Under these conditions, the kinetic processes for the desorption of analytes from the matrix are accelerated. Currently a commercial unit is available in which automated extractions can be carried out on 24 samples sequentially (Richter et al., 1995, 1996). This technique offers some significant advantages over SEE and MAP. SEE uses supercritical CO2, which is a nonpolar fluid, whereas MAP requires the presence of a polar solvent that couples with microwave to promote heating. By comparison, ASE uses the same solvent as traditional Soxhlet extractions, which means a (firect transfer of methodology is feasible without any of the restrictions or limitations of the two other methods. Method development time is therefore shortened. 

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