Characterize, test, and qualify under controlled conditions
The Mechanical Testing and Instrumentation (EMI) core facility brings together testing resources dedicated to the mechanical characterization of materials and structures, with a particular focus on conditions of use. It enables mechanical testing under environmental conditions, thermomechanical treatments, and durability tests to evaluate material behavior under representative conditions (temperature, cyclic stress, aging, etc.).
Fields of activity
Mechanical testing under environmental conditions
The facility performs mechanical tests under controlled conditions to analyze the response of materials and components when subjected to specific environments (e.g., temperature, atmosphere, operating stresses).
Thermomechanical treatment testing
The equipment allows for the application of thermal and mechanical cycles to study the influence of processes and usage conditions on microstructure and performance.
Durability testing
The facility implements durability campaigns (fatigue, aging, service life) to qualify materials, compare processes, and secure design choices.
Who is it for?
The EMI core facility is intended for:
- research teams (projects, theses, publications);
- industrial partners (R&D, validation, qualification, comparison of solutions);
- projects requiring reliable and reproducible testing under controlled conditions.
Access procedures
Depending on your needs:
- testing services (implementation, acquisition, first-level analysis);
- support (definition of protocols, instrumentation, interpretation).
Contact
To study feasibility and define a testing protocol:
Responsable du plateau essais mécanique et instrumentation.