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NASA Investigative Chemistry Laboratory (NICL) Overview The NICL houses a full spectrum of state-of-the-art analytical instruments for both qualitative and quantitative analyses of non-volatile organics, volatile organics, inorganics, elements, and ions to meet diverse operational and research needs. The laboratory…
NASA Investigative Chemistry Laboratory (NICL) Overview Capabilities NASA Investigative Chemistry Laboratory (NICL) Overview The NICL houses a full spectrum of state-of-the-art analytical instruments for both qualitative and quantitative analyses of non-volatile organics, volatile organics, inorganics, elements, and ions to meet…
Jackie had been receiving medical treatment since she was attacked by other eagles last month and found unable to fly near Big Bear Lake.
Metrology Laboratory Overview The Metrology Laboratory provides precision measurement and dimensional analysis of small and moderate sized parts. The Metrology Laboratory is also responsible for optical window testing, thread form verification, and surface finish determination. Metrology – guide pin measured…
Astronauts Sophie Adenot of ESA and Jessica Meir of NASA pose for a portrait inside the International Space Station’s Quest airlock. Adenot was trying on a spacesuit to verify its comfort, mobility, and functionality with assistance from Meir. Credit: ESA/Sophie…
Shock waves are visible around a T-38 trainer aircraft during NASA’s Air-to-Air Background Oriented Schlieren flights in 2019. Schlieren imaging makes normally invisible changes in air density visible, giving researchers a way to see the same shock waves that can…
Mechanical & Environmental Testing Laboratory (METL) Capabilities Tension, compression, fatigue testing, thermal vacuum and environmental chambers Flammability, electrostatic discharge, hypergols, oxygen compatibility testing Pneumatic and hydraulic testing tables Dissection laboratory equipment Bridgeport Mill w/AGE Trak-2 Computer Numerical Control; Wilton Tool…
Mechanical & Environmental Testing Laboratory Overview The METL is comprised of two parts: mechanical/physical materials testing and corrosion testing. The mechanical/physical materials testing portion of the lab performs mechanical, physical, and environmental testing of materials including tensile, compression, fatigue, altitude,…
Mechanical & Environmental Testing Laboratory (METL) Overview Capabilities Mechanical & Environmental Testing Laboratory (METL) Overview The METL is comprised of two parts: mechanical/physical materials testing and corrosion testing. Read More Three-Point Bend Testing NASA/KSC Mechanical & Environmental Testing Laboratory (METL)…
Material Analysis Laboratory (MAL) Capabilities Environmental scanning electron microscope (SEM) with a focused ion beam (FIB) Energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), and Electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) Digital radiography/computed tomography (DR/CT) system Digital and stereomicroscopes Metallographic sectioning, mounting, polishing, etching, and imaging…