Useful information
Objects for materials examination
Fibrous materials, coatings, particles, products and comparison samples.
Main objects
- Fibres, fabrics, threads, clothing, ropes, cords and upholstery.
- Paint materials, coatings, their fragments and deposits.
- Microparticles on items, products and surfaces.
- Objects with suspected traces of contact interaction.
- Vehicle coating particles and comparison samples relevant to the task.
- Opinions and source materials for review.
Limits of the assignment
The type of examination is determined by the object's properties and the questions posed. The extent of laboratory work, consumption of material and involvement of specialists in the relevant fields are agreed. A finding about an individual particle or sample does not automatically extend to the whole object or the circumstances of the event.
Discuss an examination
Describe the object and task. The scope of the preliminary consultation and examination terms are agreed for the specific task.