A method for analysis of a multi-component fluid is provided based on the
features of the dynamics of the self-organization processes in drying
drops. An electro-acoustic resonator is utilized, with a drop of
multi-component fluid placed on one end of the resonator. A shear
oscillation is imparting to the resonator along its longitudinal axis.
And oscillating electric voltage is placed across the resonator generally
perpendicular to the direction of mechanical oscillation. Changes in the
electrical conductance corresponding to changes in the
acoustical-mechanical impedance can thereby be measured as the drop of
multi-component liquid dries. The particular geometry of an amplitude
curve includes identifying the spatio-temporal development and phase
transitions is used for integral estimation of food authenticity and
quality.