CHIMERA
A world-first machine for testing fusion energy components – Combined Heating and Magnetic Research Apparatus (CHIMERA).
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Digital image correlation: LaVision µDIC
Micro-scale measurement of 3D strain, displacement and shape.
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Laser Flash Analysis: Linseis LFA 1000
The Laser Flash Analysis is used for the determination of heat transport properties such as thermal diffusivity and thermal conductivity.
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Netzsch Differential Scanning Calorimeter Precision and Mass Spectrometer
Allows for the acquisition of data on endothermic and exothermic processes of a sample as it undergoes chemical or physical changes induced by changing temperature.
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Simultaneous Thermal Analyser: Linseis STA PT1600
Combining thermo-gravimetric analysis with differential scanning calorimetry.
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TA Electroforce 3550 15kN dynamic load frame
Mechanical fatigue, fracture toughness/crack growth and dynamic characterisation testing.
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UHT-MaT: Ultra High Temperature Materials Testing Infrastructure
A unique UK facility for the mechanical testing of materials at temperatures exceeding 2,000°C.
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Ultrasonic Fatigue Rig (UFR)
Ultrasonic device for fatigue testing of small-scale samples developed by the Materials Reaearch Facility at UKAEA.