Materials Science and Testing of Polymers

M​​​​​​​ission and Vision

  • We train students at a high academic level with regard to polymer physics and polymer testing 
  • We perform world-class research in the fields of physics, materials science, testing and applications of polymers
  • We develop and optimize innovative materials, components and testing methodologies
  • We aim at significantly contributing to technical progress and sustainable development 
  • We cooperate and study with research institutes and companies worldwide

We are smart and reliable – in everything we do!

 

Equipment

Our testing laboratories consist of microscopic, spectroscopic, polymer-physical and mechanical characterization facilities, which contain the latest version of standard as well as some specialized equipment complemented by various sample preparation, sample conditioning and deformation analysis devices.

The laboratories are used to establish the basic molecular and microstructure as well as the thermal, thermo-mechanical and mechanical macroscopic properties of polymers and composites. Our expertise comprises:

  • Morphology and structure analysis on various length-scales
  • Generation of comprehensive polymer-physical property profiles
  • Mechanical and component testing on various time-scales 

 

For details as to our devices please adhere to the equipment list of the department
Equipmentlist Polymer Engineering and Science Leoben

General Laboratory Policy (english/german)