Research & journal

Notes from the bench

Experiments, materials and measurements from the VIHI lab.

February 25, 2026

The Complete Guide to Chemex: Everything You Need to Know

The Chemex pour-over brewer, invented by Peter Schlumbohm in 1941, uses thick bonded filters to produce an exceptionally clean, br…

February 25, 2026

The Complete Guide to Kalita Drippers: Why Flat-Bottom Brewing Changes Everything

The Complete Guide to Kalita Drippers For coffee enthusiasts seeking consistency, the Kalita dripper has become a cornerstone of m…

December 21, 2025

All the Random Variables in Pour-Over Coffee: Why the Same Recipe Tastes Different

All the Random Variables in Pour-Over Coffee Many brewers experience this: Same recipe, same dripper, same grinder — different cup…

December 21, 2025

Why Filter Paper Matters More Than You Think: Flow Rate, Extraction, and Consistency

Why Filter Paper Matters More Than You Think In pour-over coffee, most discussions focus on grinders, grind size, water temperatur…

December 21, 2025

Why the Same Dripper Never Brews the Same Coffee: An Introduction to Dripper Structural Engineering

Why the Same Dripper Never Brews the Same Coffee In pour-over coffee, one question keeps coming back: Why is it so difficult to re…

December 15, 2025

A Complete Breakdown Of Random Variables In Pour Over Coffee 2...

Explore a complete breakdown of random variables in pour over coffee 2 with clearer structure, comparison sections, FAQ links, and…

December 15, 2025

Vihi & The 4R Framework: A Systemic Sustainability Strategy from Material Science to Circular Economy

Vihi & The 4R Framework: A Systemic Sustainability Strategy from Material Science to Circular Economy Sustainability is not a mark…