Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : CR6131 : Testing and Characterization { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Prof.(Ms.) Sunipa Bhattacharyya
Syllabus
Module 1: Thermal analysis (TG, DTA, DSC, Dilatometer): Thermal analysis methods- principles, instrumentation, data analysis, factors affecting thermal analysis curves, and applications in ceramics, derivative thermogravimetry, self-generated thermogravimetry, thermo dilatometry.
12 Hours
Module 2: X-Ray Diffraction: Properties of X-Rays, X-ray diffraction and Bragg Law, Diffraction direction and diffraction methods, Diffraction under non-ideal condition, X-ray scattering and structure factor, powder photographs, Debye-Scherrer method, X-ray diffractometer, X-ray data file analysis, indexing pattern of cubic crystals. Auger Electron Spectroscopy.
12 Hours
Module 3: Infra-red spectroscopy- molecular vibrations, instrumentation, data analysis, applications. UV Visible spectroscopy- principle, electronic transition, applications.
4 Hours
Module 4: Scanning Electron Microscopy – basic principle, instrumentation, electron specimen interaction, Secondary and back-scattered electrons, topographical and atomic number contrast. Particle size analysis, Surface area and porosity – basic principle and data analysis
10 Hours
Course Objectives
- To provide in-depth knowledge of various instrumental techniques used for ceramic materials characterization.
- To learn about the basic principles of different instruments used for thermal, structural and microstructural analysis of materials.
- To analyze the data obtained from DTA, DSC, TG, Dilatometer, FTIR, XRD, SEM and TEM.
Course Outcomes
CO1: Students will gain knowledge on ceramic characterization techniques used by academic institutes and industries. <br />CO2: Apply the theoretical knowledge imparted during course to carry out independent research and developmental work related to characterization of ceramic materials. <br />CO3: Prepare future materials scientist and engineers who can fit in academia and industry for relevant scientific breakthrough. <br />CO4: Able to design, conducts experiments, and interpret or analyse data.
Essential Reading
- R. F. Speyer,, Thermal Analysis of Materials,, Marcel Dekker Inc., 1994.
- B. D. Cullity,, Elements of X-ray Diffraction,, Addison Wesley Publishing Company 2nd edition,1978.
Supplementary Reading
- Wesley WM. Wendlandt,, Thermal Analysis Third Edison, John Wiley and Sons
- H. P. Klug and L. E. Alexander,, X-ray Diffraction procedures for Polycrystalline and Amorphous Materials, 2nd Edition,, John Wiley, 1974.
Journal and Conferences
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