Application of high temperature thermal analysis techniques to the development of advanced materials processes.
The High Temperature Thermal Analysis Laboratory (HTTAL) allows the combined measurements of weight, enthalpy, dimensional and thermal diffusivity changes to be performed on a material during high temperature processing. The facility also makes it possible to identify decomposition gases produced during high temperature exposure. These combined measurements provide unique insight into the changing characteristics of a material during fabrication. This leads to rapid process optimization and the development of new manufacturing operations.
Characterization of the thermophysical properties of materials up to high temperatures.
- Aerospace and satellites
- Automotive
- Clean technology
- Manufacturing and processing
Specialized labs and equipment
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Equipment |
Function |
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Differential scanning calorimeter (DSC) |
Measurements of heat capacity, enthalpy and temperature of phase transformations under controlled atmospheres from 25 to 1500 °C |
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Laser flash thermal diffusivity apparatus (LFTDA) |
Measurements of thermal diffusivity, under controlled atmospheres from 25 to 1500 °C |
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Combined thermo balance/DSC apparatus with coupled gas chromatograph and mass spectrometer |
Measurements of heat capacity, enthalpy and temperature of phase transformations and weight changes under controlled atmospheres from cryogenic temperatures to 1500 °C |
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Dilatometer |
Measurements of dimensional changes and coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) under controlled atmospheres from 25 to 1500 °C |