XCT provides 3D information on the internal composite structure. The X-ray attenuation contrast between the fibres, matrix and voids allows segmentation, visualization and quantitative analysis (volume fraction, fibre orientation, etc.) of the different phases. Furthermore, deformation and mechanical damage of in-situ loaded samples can be detected by 4D-XCT and quantified by digital volume correlation, a …
In-situ stepwise and dynamic imaging Time-resolved imaging is a necessity in our research, as many processes we study under compression, tension, bending, imbibition, or during heating, are time dependent. Time is, therefore, the fourth dimension (4D-XCT)to be considered. Depending on the specific research, the changes to the microstructure can be relatively slow (hours or even …
The stage was developed to inspect resin injection and curing of composite materials.
Our in-house built in-situ double cantilever beam (DCB) stage is used to visualize the crack propagation in a layered composite sample.
Our in-house built heating and cooling stages can reach temperatures in the range of 50ºC to -40ºC.
Bruker’s heating and cooling stages can reach temperatures of up to 80 ºC, or 30ºC below ambient temperature.
The versatile and adaptable CT5000 TEC 5 kN in-situ testing stage is suitable for mounting within most XCT systems.
The versatile and lightweight (less than 1 kg) CT500 500N in-situ tensile testing stage is suitable for mounting within most XCT systems.
