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NO. 06 · 2015The Impact of Tamping Pressure on Espresso ExtractionTamping anywhere from 5 to 20 kg made no difference to espresso TDS or extraction. Brew weight was the only factor that mattered.ESPRESSO○ Not supportedNO. 05 · 2015Measuring Total Dissolved Solids: A Refractometer Comparison (Part III — Espresso & Filters)For espresso, the Atago PAL-COFFEE, VST LAB II and VST LAB III measured TDS comparably. The Atago gave the tightest repeat readings.ESPRESSO · MEASUREMENT · TOOLS—NO. 04 · 2015Looking at Burr Sharpness and TDS in EspressoDull burrs produced significantly lower espresso TDS than sharp burrs, which suggests TDS could help flag worn burrs.GRINDING · TOOLS● SupportedNO. 01 · 2015Espresso Grinding: The Impact of Burr Sharpness on Post-Brew Water RetentionSharp and dull burrs left the same amount of water in the espresso puck. Burr sharpness made no difference to post-brew water retention.ESPRESSO · GRINDING○ Not supportedStudies where it was part of the setup, not the subject.