• Physical Metallurgy Laboratory

• The Physical Metallurgy laboratory is well-equipped with a range of sophisticated instruments, including a Belt Grinding Machine, Double Disc Polishing Machine, Binocular Metallurgical Microscope, Inverted Metallurgical Microscope, and an Advance Polarization Microscope. These state-of-the-art tools allow for the comprehensive study and analysis of the physical properties, microstructures, and mechanical behaviors of metals and alloys. The laboratory also houses a diverse collection of metals and alloys specimens, providing students and researchers with hands-on opportunities to explore and understand the intricate details of material science. This comprehensive setup enables investigations into the relationships between microstructure and properties, contributing to advancements in metallurgical research and the development of innovative materials.

• Belt Grinding Machine: The Belt Grinding Machine in the Physical Metallurgy laboratory serves a crucial role in the initial stages of specimen preparation for metallography. It is specifically designed for the rough grinding of specimens, helping to achieve a flat and even surface. This machine is instrumental in removing unwanted metal burs and irregularities from the specimen, ensuring a consistent and well-prepared surface for further analysis.

• Double Disc Polishing Machine: The Double Disc Polishing Machine plays a pivotal role in the laboratory's metallography processes, particularly in the final stages of specimen preparation. Equipped with double discs covered in velvet cloth, this machine is designed for fine polishing of specimens. It offers a precise and controlled environment for the application of abrasive media such as alumina powder or diamond paste, facilitating the achievement of a highly polished surface necessary for detailed metallographic examinations.

• Metallurgical Microscopes: The laboratory is equipped with three types of metallurgical microscopes, namely the Binocular Metallurgical Microscope, Inverted Metallurgical Microscope, and Advanced Polarization Microscope. These microscopes serve as indispensable tools for observing and analyzing the microstructures of various metals and alloys at different magnifications. The Binocular Metallurgical Microscope provides a standard optical approach, while the Inverted Metallurgical Microscope allows for unique specimen orientations. The Advanced Polarization Microscope adds an additional dimension by enabling polarization studies, offering comprehensive insights into the microstructural characteristics of materials under different viewing conditions. These microscopes collectively contribute to a thorough understanding of the intricate details of metallography.

• Heat Treatment Laboratory

• The Heat Treatment laboratory is dedicated to the thermal processing of metals and alloys, and its primary equipment is the Muffle Furnace.

• Muffle Furnace: Muffle furnace is employed for conducting a variety of heat treatment processes crucial in altering the properties of materials. The muffle furnace creates a controlled environment, allowing for precise temperature regulation during heat treatments. With a working capacity of up to 1100 °C, it accommodates a broad spectrum of heat treatment applications, such as annealing, tempering, and hardening. The furnace is particularly effective in achieving uniform heating and cooling of specimens, ensuring consistent and reproducible results. Researchers and students utilize this equipment to study the effects of heat treatment on the microstructure and mechanical properties of metals and alloys, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of material behavior under different thermal conditions.

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Salt Spray Testing Machine

• Corrosion Laboratory

• The corrosion laboratory is equipped with a Salt Spray Test Chamber, a specialized apparatus designed for assessing the corrosion behavior of various metals and alloys under simulated environmental conditions. The Salt Spray Test, also known as the salt fog test, is a widely used accelerated corrosion testing method that subjects materials to a highly corrosive environment, replicating the effects of salt-laden atmospheres encountered in real-world conditions.

• Welding Laboratory

• In the welding laboratory, two essential equipments are the Arc Welding Machine and the Rocker Arm Spot Welding Machine, both serving integral roles in joining various metals and alloys through distinct welding processes.

• Arc Welding Machine: The Arc Welding Machine is a versatile tool that utilizes an electric arc to create a fusion between the welding electrode and the base metal. This process generates intense heat, causing the metals to melt and form a welded joint upon solidification. Arc welding is widely used for its applicability to a range of materials and its ability to produce strong and durable welds. The laboratory's Arc Welding Machine provides a controlled environment for researchers and students to practice and study different welding techniques, contributing to the understanding of welding parameters, joint design, and the metallurgical changes associated with the welding process.

• Rocker Arm Spot Welding Machine: The Rocker Arm Spot Welding Machine is employed for spot welding applications. This machine features a rocker arm mechanism that applies pressure to the work pieces, while an electric current is passed through the spot welding electrodes, creating localized heat and forming a weld at the contact points. Spot welding is particularly useful in joining thin sheets of metal and is commonly used in automotive and sheet metal fabrication industries. The Rocker Arm Spot Welding Machine in the laboratory allows for hands-on experience in spot welding, facilitating experimentation with different materials and thicknesses.

• Mineral Processing Laboratory

• The Mineral Processing laboratory is a specialized facility designed for conducting experiments related to mineral dressing, focusing on the processing of minerals. Two key pieces of equipment in this laboratory are the Bench Top Ball Mill and the Semi-Automatic Sieve Shaker.

• Bench Top Ball Mill: The Bench Top Ball Mill serves a crucial role in mineral processing by grinding various minerals into fine powders. This milling process is fundamental in breaking down ore samples, enabling the liberation of valuable minerals from the ore matrix. The ball mill utilizes grinding media such as balls to reduce the particle size of the minerals, allowing for subsequent mineral separation and recovery processes.

• Semi-Automatic Sieve Shaker: The Semi-Automatic Sieve Shaker is an essential tool for performing sieve analysis on various minerals. Sieve analysis involves separating particles based on size through the use of a series of stacked sieves with progressively finer mesh sizes. The Semi-Automatic Sieve Shaker automates the process, ensuring accuracy and repeatability in determining the particle size distribution of mineral samples. This information is critical in understanding the characteristics of minerals and aids in the design and optimization of mineral processing operations.

• Metal Testing Laboratory

• The Metal Testing laboratory is dedicated to the rigorous evaluation of metals and alloys, and its key equipment includes the Digital Rockwell Hardness Tester and the Vicker cum Brinell Hardness Tester. These instruments play a pivotal role in assessing the hardness properties of diverse metals and alloys, providing valuable insights into their mechanical strength and resistance to deformation.

• Digital Rockwell Hardness Tester: The Digital Rockwell Hardness Tester is utilized to measure the Rockwell hardness of materials by determining the depth of penetration of an indenter under a specific load. This method is widely employed for its accuracy and ease of use in evaluating the hardness of metallic specimens. The digital aspect enhances precision and allows for efficient data recording and analysis.

• Vicker cum Brinell Hardness Tester: The Vicker cum Brinell Hardness Tester is a versatile tool capable of measuring hardness using both Vickers and Brinell scales. The Vickers method involves creating an impression with a pyramidal diamond indenter, while the Brinell method employs a spherical indenter under a specified load. This dual capability enables the assessment of hardness across a wide range of materials, offering flexibility in testing methods.

• Fatigue Testing Machine 

A Fatigue Testing Machine is a specialized mechanical testing device used to determine the durability and lifespan of materials and components under cyclic loading. It simulates repeated stress or strain cycles to evaluate how materials behave under conditions that cause fatigue failure over time.