NAME 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.

FIELDS OF APPLICATION

Coatings and Surfaces solutions

Design and development of materials

Manufacturing processes

MOST OUTSTANDING EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS

  • DMTA Instrument

    DMTA 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)

    JSR DPR300 (35 MHz) High Power Ultrasonic Pulse Generator/Receiver JSR DPR300 (35 MHz)

  • Piezoelectric and immersion ultrasonic transducers

    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).

  • Powder and Fluid Rheometer Anton Paar MCR 302e

    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.

  • Rockwell and Brinell hardness testers

    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

Determination of adhesive properties of adhesives and new materials by testing at different strain rates.

Curing, maturation and health monitoring of composites

Denbora errealean ontzeko prozesuak monitorizatzea prepregs eta SMC sistemetan, airera akoplatutako kontakturik gabeko ultrasoinuak erabiliz.

Fluid Rheology

Characterization of the rheological properties of fluids.

Microstructural analysis with optical microscopy

Observation and documentation of the microstructure of materials by inverted optical microscope and stereoscope.

Non-destructive evaluation of materials

Material inspection and characterization service using air-coupled ultrasound, without the need for physical contact or liquid coupling. Ideal for quality control or validation of new processes.

Quasi-static characterization of powders

Characterization of the rheology of powders in quasi-static regime by means of shear cell. Determination of powder behavior at different temperatures and humidity levels

Rockwell and Brinell Hardness Measurement

Evaluation of the hardness of metallic and non-metallic materials by Rockwell and Brinell methods.

Surface roughness measurement

Quantification of the surface topography of parts by means of profilometry and rugosimetry.

Tensile, compression and flexural thermo-mechanical tests

Evaluation of mechanical properties of materials in different temperature ranges and under controlled loads up to 250 kN. It allows to determine the mechanical properties and their behavior

Viscoelastic characterization (DMTA)

Analysis of the viscoelastic behavior of materials (glass transition, dynamic modulus) under temperature and frequency variations.

ENTITY MANAGING THE ASSET

Universidad de la Iglesia de Deusto
Contact person:
Imanol Torre Fernandez
imanol.torre@deusto.es