Hysitron Nanoindenter

Hysitron Ti Premier Nanoindenter

  • Hardness measurements with simultaneous depth and force measurement
  • Scratch testing
  • Imaging capability
  • Dynamic stiffness measurements
  • Automated indentation measurements for spatial distribution of hardness, elastic modulus, or dynamic stiffness over larger surfaces
UHVAFM

RHK 7500 Variable Temperature Ultra-high Vacuum Atomic Force Microscope

  • Variable temperature (both heating and cooling) measurements
  • Contact mode, frequency modulation, Kelvin probe, amplitude modulation modes all possible
  • pressures down to 10-11 Torr possible
  • atomic and lattice resolution
Reciprocating Tribometer

Reciprocating Tribometer with Electrochemical Cell

  • Home-built reciprocating tribometer
  • Friction measurement under electrochemical controlled environment
  • Normal force ranges from 1-50 N
  • Pin-on-disc future capability possible
Leica Optical Microscope

Leica Optical Microscope

  • Upright optical microscope
  • Fluorescent imaging capabilities
  • Photo-stitching
  • Fully automated stage
  • Acquisition of scaled images
CVD Deposition System

Bluewave Semiconductor Nanofurnace System

  • 1" tube furnace capable of heating samples to 1200oC
  • Heating under low-vacuum conditions (~mTorr)
  • Three gas feedthrough with flow control
Drilling Tribometer

Home built tribometer for drilling mud evaluation

  • Home built tribometer
  • Rotational capability from 0 RPM to 240 RPM
  • Measurement of friction between a rock/core sample and steel (or other metal)
  • Heating capability
  • Controlled lubricant bath during sliding
Automated Polishing Machine

Automated Polishing Machine

  • Automated grinding and polishing of samples
  • Multiple sample throughput