Analytical and structural laboratory
• Determination of specific surface area using air permeability methods (gas pycnometer, Blaine air permeability apparatus) and gas adsorption analysis (BET).
• Characterization of pore size distribution and pore structure by mercury intrusion porosimetry (MIP).
• Analysis of phase composition and thermal stability employing thermal analysis techniques (TGA/DSC).
• Macroscopic assessment of the surface texture of hardened composites using optical microscopy.
