Analytical Consulting
To improve efficiencies and reduce emissions in the energy sector, Microbeam uses automated tailored Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) combined with x-ray microanalysis and image processing to understand the chemical and physical processes that occur on a microscopic scale that impact macroscale performance.
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Industry-standard ASTM method fuel analysis combined with scanning electron microscopy to analyze current and/or potential fuels.
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Utilize a variety of laboratory and SEM techniques to characterize slag and refractory materials to measure the penetration of slag that causes corrosion and the formation of protective layers.
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Advanced fuel, slag, ash deposit and fly ash analysis to understand the impacts of fuel impurities on power system performance.
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Identify and solve materials-specific problems by using various laboratory methods to characterize the physical and chemical properties of materials.
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In-field deployment for hands-on services and technology demonstrations, collaborating with industry partners and clients as well as state and federal agencies.
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