In late 2010, the CBC Machine Shop was asked to design and build a Variable Angle Light Reflectance Module (VALRM) that could be used with a faculty member’s existing Vertex FT-IR Microscope. The science behindContinue reading
Diamonds are Forever Useful
Here are a few pictures of the CBC machine shop milling a pocket into a piece of 1/4″ thick Quartz glass. Although the Chemistry department does have a well equipped glassblowing shop, their tooling is designedContinue reading
PCT – Precision Coolant Technology
Kennametal has always been a leader in cutting tool technology, often developing new coatings, cutter materials, and shapes to improve tool life. Now they’ve turned their attention to the other critical component of quality machining,Continue reading
Ionization Source Design
This is a 3D model of an ionization source attachment which will be designed, built and installed on an existing Mass Spectrometer.
Powder Compression Die
This die was built and used to form a unique powder into a 1 mm thick disc.