Methodologies
Our research group employs state-of-the-art thermal analysis techniques to investigate environmental problems. Each methodology provides unique insights into material properties and behavior under various thermal conditions.
Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
Measures changes in material mass as a function of temperature or time in a controlled atmosphere.
Key Applications
- Composition analysis
- Thermal stability studies
- Decomposition kinetics
Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
Measures heat flows associated with material transitions as a function of temperature and time.
Key Applications
- Melting point determination
- Glass transition temperature
- Heat capacity measurements
Differential Thermal Analysis (DTA)
Monitors temperature difference between a sample and reference material during heating or cooling.
Key Applications
- Phase transitions
- Crystallization studies
- Purity determination
Thermal Mechanical Analysis (TMA)
Measures dimensional changes of materials as a function of temperature under controlled load.
Key Applications
- Thermal expansion coefficient
- Softening point
- Stress-strain analysis
Evolved Gas Analysis (EGA)
Identifies and quantifies gases released during thermal decomposition of materials.
Key Applications
- Degradation studies
- Combustion analysis
- Environmental impact assessment