Rapid Compression Testing Facility

	Our rapid compression testing facility provides the tools to test Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI). We also have a Ring-Dye system in order to study combustion products and species. (click on the images to view a larger image)

Hanken Burner and Particle Feed System for Combustion Synthesis Studies

	A multi-element diffusion flame burner (top left) provides high temperature environment for synthesis of metal-doped tin dioxide nanocomposite powders. Mixed phase precursors are providing using a bubbler system and a solid-phase particle feed system, PFS, (shown above). (click on the images to view a larger image)

Combustion in microgravity

	The team conducted experiments on the KC-135 (the "vomit-comet") at microgravity to study magnesium combustion in carbon dioxide with iodine catalyst. Preliminary testing and design conducting in the lab using a combustion chamber (left) and high speed imagining (above).

Optical Engine Facility

	The optical engine facility is currently in developement. Laser diagnostics can be employed for in-situ measurements via a quartz cylinder liner and window through the top of the piston. This rig will be used for instantaneous, time-resolved absorption spectroscopy for quantitative in-cylinder interrogation of H2O and temperature.

Stagnation point flow burner

	These pictures show a premixed flow of fuel and air impinging on a flat plate where a flame is stabilized on the plate. The purpose of these experiments is to better understand the chemical and physical characteristics of this type of burner. In the future, a catalyst will be deposited on the surface of the plate to reduce the distance from the flame to the plate.