Testing services
We offer a range of quality product testing and analysis services in both science and engineering. Below is a list of major equipment and facilities available. All equipment is operated by fully trained technical and/or academic staff.
Civil Engineering Labs
Bond testing
Compression testing - MoE and MoR (3 or 4 point)
Tension testing
Shear testing
Bend testing
Impact and materials testing can also be done through the Faculty of Science
Mechanical Engineering Labs
Heat transfer/exchange
Aerodynamics
Air conditioning
Dyno testing (emissions, pumps)
Hydraulics and suspension
Steam processes
Engine testing
Playground and sports field safety testing
Equipment:
Open and closed circuit wind tunnels (terminal velocity up to 120kph)
Power train test rig and dynamometer
Microwave Research Labs
Emission pre-compliance testing for new or imported electronic/electrical equipment (range: 150kHz-1GHz)
Antenna design - miniature antennae up to satellite systems
High-power microwave applicator design
Equipment:
Network Analyser HP 8510C 45MHz-50GHz
Network Analyser HP8720 130MHz-20GHz
Vector Signal Analyser HP 89410A DC-10MHz
Spectrum Analyser HP 8590A 10kHz-1.5GHz
Spectrum Analyser HP 8592A 50kHz-22GHz
The above equipment comprises the only publicly accessible machines of this quality in Australia
Spectrum Analyser - can be used on or off site
Signal Generators - can be used on or off site
Scientific Labs
(follow the links to each unit for more information)
