Advanced materials characterization laboratory
DESCRIPTION
This laboratory offers specialized capabilities to analyze the mechanical, thermal, rheological and structural behavior of materials under controlled conditions. It can evaluate from viscoelastic and adhesive properties to microstructure and surface roughness of solid materials, fluids and powders. In addition, it offers advanced solutions for in-line inspection and monitoring of materials using non-contact ultrasound. It is a key resource for sectors such as automotive, aeronautics, pharmaceutical or advanced manufacturing that seek to optimize materials, validate processes and ensure the quality of their products.
MOST OUTSTANDING EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS
DMTA InstrumentDMTA instrument is used to characterize the viscoelastic properties of materials (especially polymers) as a function of temperature, frequency and applied force. It allows to understand how a material responds to varying deforming forces and temperatures, revealing transitions such as glass transition.
JSR DPR300 (35 MHz) High Power Ultrasonic Pulse Generator/Receiver JSR DPR300 (35 MHz)
High sensitivity, high bandwidth piezoelectric air-coupled ultrasonic transducers with center frequency 250 kHz and 650 kHz with 25 mm and 20 mm circular flat section to BNC. Immersion ultrasonic transducers with center frequency 1MHz and element diameters 0.75''. Straight encapsulation and waterproof UHF connection (A314S-SU, Olympus).
This equipment is used to measure the rheological properties of materials, i.e. how they flow and deform under the action of a force. It allows the characterization of viscosity, elasticity and other properties of powders, solids and liquids, crucial for process and product design in various industries.
These hardness testers are used to measure the hardness of materials, an indicator of their resistance to plastic deformation. The Rockwell hardness tester measures the depth of penetration of an indenter, while the Brinell measures the diameter of an indentation left by a ball, each suitable for different types of materials and applications.
SERVICES OFFERED BY THE ASSET
Characterization of adhesives
Curing, maturation and health monitoring of composites
Fluid Rheology
Microstructural analysis with optical microscopy
Non-destructive evaluation of materials
Quasi-static characterization of powders
Rockwell and Brinell Hardness Measurement
Surface roughness measurement
Tensile, compression and flexural thermo-mechanical tests
Viscoelastic characterization (DMTA)
ENTITY MANAGING THE ASSET
Universidad de la Iglesia de Deusto
Contact person: Imanol Torre Fernandez
