Intern - MMP pFA Lab

Project Title

Dye penetration efficiency against viscosity evaluation

Description

Varying viscosity of Dykem Red Ink at different counts of use (re-use cycles) can increase viscosity over time, which may limit dye penetration and lead to no/poor penetration outcomes in the Dye & Pry process. Today, there is no quantitative control of dye viscosity (and/or temperature), so low viscosity is assumed but not verified. This internship project will establish a practical viscosity measurement and control approach to improve confidence and repeatability of Dye & Pry results.

Scope

• Develop a test plan to measure Dykem red dye viscosity across defined reuse counts
• Identify and evaluate viscometer options suitable for low-viscosity Newtonian fluids with high sensitivity and minimal mechanical disturbance
• Define a controlled measurement method (including temperature control/standardization, e.g., 25°C reference) and meas...