Structural Testing Labs
With access to a range of compression and tensile testing machines, up to 100 tonne capacity, you'll be able to undertake a wide range of testing programs. These machines are supplemented by a suite of small scale testing/experimental rigs. All equipment is calibrated to British standard and also includes access to a range of structures based software including Dr Beam, Dr Frame and Prokon.
Structural testing equipment
Using our structural testing equipment, you'll be able to test both destructive and non-destructive properties of beams, cubes, cylinders, and structures in a variety of materials.
Light materials testing equipment
In this space, students can test small pieces of materials, such as steel, timber, and concrete, as well as small structures and models, measuring their stiffness, strength, flexibility, stress, strain, and density.
Geology equipment
With the geology equipment, rock samples can be examined.
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Geotechnics / Soils Lab
Learn about the properties of soil and the ground upon which structures are built, by testing on a range of equipment. Software such as EcoSlope and Prokon are available to supplement the machinery.
Hydraulic / Fluids Lab
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Concrete Lab
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Prototyping workshops
Our prototyping workshops are the perfect place to test and develop your designs and products. You'll find student product designers, furniture designers and architectural designers in this space.