ASTM E2228 : 02

Standard Guide for Microscopic Examination of Textile Fibers

Standard Details

1.1 This section describes guidelines for microscopical examinations employed in forensic fiber characterization, identification, and comparison. Several types of light microscopes are used including stereobinocular, polarized light, comparison, fluorescence and interference. In certain instances, the scanning electron microscope may yield additional information. Select which test(s) or techniques to use based upon the nature and extent of the fiber evidence.

General Information

Status : Historical

Standard Type: Main

Document No: ASTM E2228 : 02

Document Year: 2002

Pages: 8

Section Volume:
14.02 Volume 14.02 Particle and Spray Characterization; Forensic Sciences; Accreditation & Certification; Forensic Psychophysiology; Nanotechnology; Forensic Engineering