Instruments
Zeiss Xradia 520 Versa 3D X-ray Microscope / Micro CT
- Generate 3D models from a series of non-destructive X-ray cross sections
- In-situ tensile and compression testing
- Image segmentation and quantification with ORS Dragonfly
Renishaw InVia - Raman Microscope
- Chemistry determination and mapping at the micro scale
- Raman signal is collected through the microscope objective
- Monitor chemical changes in real time
Hysitron TI 950 TriboIndenter - Nanomechanical Test Instrument
- Mechanical property determination and mapping at the nano-micro scale
- Nano-DMA for viscoelastic material characterization
- Nanoscratch and Nanowear testing with SPM imaging
Combined Raman and Nanoindentation
- Direct mapping of mechanical and chemical surface properties
- Sample is mounted within the nanoindenter where the Raman signal is also collected
