Interfacing a titrator to a microcomputer for incremental or continuous modes of operation
1980
Automated Titration with Microcomputer Control
publication
Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): M. Dancziger, H. V. Malmstadt
Primary Institution: School of Chemical Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA
Hypothesis
Can a microcomputer-controlled titrator improve the accuracy and efficiency of titration methods?
Conclusion
The automated microprocessor-controlled titrator demonstrates high precision and accuracy in titration methods.
Supporting Evidence
- The automated titrator provided unbiased results for various incremental techniques.
- Incremental titration methods showed excellent linearity and precision.
- Different calculation methods for titration endpoints yielded similar results.
Takeaway
This study shows that using a computer to control titrations can make them faster and more accurate.
Methodology
The study involved designing an automated titrator that interfaces with a microcomputer to control titrant delivery and measure electrode potentials.
Limitations
The study does not address the potential for errors in chemical reactions or electrode responses.
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