X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) is a surface-sensitive quantitative spectroscopic technique that measures the elemental composition at the parts per thousand range, empirical formula, chemical state and electronic state of the elements that exist within a material. XPS spectra are obtained by irradiating a material with a beam of X-rays while simultaneously measuring the kinetic energy and number of electrons that …
Potentiostat Galvanostat
Short Description A characterization technique ideal for Energy Storage, Physical Electrochemistry, Nanotechnology Research and Corrosion Studies of the analyzed battery Roberto Senesi; Roberto.senesi@uniroma2.it Laboratory: Bio&Chem&Magn Characterization TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Functional Materials, ceramics, Fuel Cells, Electrolysers AVAILABLE TECHNIQUES Energy conversion and storage. Catalysis
Profilometer
Short Description High-precision measurement of the roughness of surfaces, over a wide region of interest, also allowing color image acquisition. Roberto Senesi; Roberto.senesi@uniroma2.it Laboratory: Bio&Chem&Magn Characterization Description of the technique 3D Imaging through optical profilometry based on the proprietary technology ZDot™. Possibility to acquire images from low-reflectivity surfaces and with high roughness. Equipped with two LED light sources with white …
Thermographic Camera
The thermographic camera allows a temperature measurement on the surface of a variety of samples in a non-invasive and position-sensitive manner. Roberto Senesi; Roberto.senesi@uniroma2.it Laboratory: Bio&Chem&Magn Characterization Description of the technique Thermographic camera for high spatial and temporal resolution of phenomena at high temperatures. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Polymers; Laser components AVAILABLE TECHNIQUES Energy; Electronics
Dynamical Mechanical Analysis (DMA)
Short Description The sample is subjected to a periodic stress in one of several different modes of deformation to measure the mechanical and viscoelastic properties of materials such as thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, ceramics and metals. Roberto Senesi; Roberto.senesi@uniroma2.it Laboratory: Bio&Chem&Magn Characterization Description of the technique DMA 1 Star Systems – Mettler Toledo – allows Dynamic mechanical analysis to measure the …
Fourier-Transform Infra Red (FT-IR)
Short Description A Fourier-transform infra red spectrometer for a variety of applications, also to be used remotely due to its compact and portable nature. Roberto Senesi; Roberto.senesi@uniroma2.it Laboratory: Spectroscopy Description of the technique A portable Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectrometer to carry out chemical analysis of materials by collecting data in the mid-IR spectral range using a variety of accessories …
Laser for high-precision sample preparation
Short Description High power laser, working in pulsed mode at high frequency, for precision cutting and ablation of surfaces. Roberto Senesi; Roberto.senesi@uniroma2.it Laboratory: Photons Description of the technique Femtosecond Laser and High-resolution and high-sampling rate autocorrelator. High average and peak power and repetition rate up to 1 MHz at 1030 nm allow fast micromachining of hard materials as well as …
Signal Analysis with Oscilloscopes
Short Description Digital oscilloscopes for signal analysis, analog to digital conversion, for applications in optical or photonic instrumentation Roberto Senesi; Roberto.senesi@uniroma2.it Laboratory: Spectroscopy Description of the technique Visualization and analysis of analog or digital signals produced by electronic devices, detectors for optical or photonics instrumentations (e.g. lasers) and radiation photodetectors (e.g. photomultiplier tubes). TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Detector electronics AVAILABLE TECHNIQUES Advanced …
Sample Preparation
Short Description A series of sample preparation tools for chemicals and solutions to be handled in a safe and controlled environment Description of the technique Preparation and handling of chemical samples and solutions in a controlled and safe environment. The probe ultrasonic disintegrator allows the synthesis and dispersion of materials with limited solubility Roberto Senesi; Roberto.senesi@uniroma2.it Laboratory: Preparation laboratories TECHNICAL …
Mechanical Shop
Short Description Machine Shop including milling and turning tool, cutting machine, small drill press, grinder, micro lathe, and a numerically controlled milling machine. Description of the technique Machine Shop including milling and turning tool, cutting machine, small drill press, grinder, micro lathe, and a numerically controlled milling machine. It is also equipped with a Buehler grinder/polisher for kit for surfaces …