Dr. Benjamin Tsai

Research at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Thursday, Nov 5, '09, 4:30 pm
Science East, Room 119

Dr. Benjamin Tsai completed a BSME degree at Brigham Young University, graduate degrees at Purdue University in Mechanical Engineering with specialization in the fields of Radiation Thermometry and Radiative Heat Transfer. Since that time he has worked in the Optical Technology Division at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. His interests have included spectroradiometry, radiation thermometry, rapid thermal processing, heat flux, and optical properties of materials.

ABSTRACT: Research at NIST covers a broad spectrum, from Homeland Security to Biotechnology to Semiconductor Electronics to Intelligent Systems to Quantum Physics. NIST is a leadership institution in the U.S. providing calibration services and measurement standards to improve accuracy of scientific measurements for U.S. technology and industry. The Optical Technology Divsion at NIST maintains and disseminates the national standards of optical radiation for luminous intensity and temperatures above 1234.96 K and develops the measurement methods and services needed to support lighting, photographic, automotive, electronics, and xerographic industries. NIST currently employs about 2,800 scientists, engineers, technicians, and support and administrative personnel. Also, NIST hosts about 2,600 associates (including students) and facility users from academia, industry, and other government industries.