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CIEST, Center for Infrastructure, Energy, and Space Testing provides lab, pilot,Ìýand large-scale experimentsÌý
for geotechnical centrifuges, structural dynamics, and material testing of metals, composites and concretes.Ìý
Each test is customized to meet the need under controlled environments
Explore Our Facilities
CIEST is equipped with a series of centrifuges from small teaching units to large industrial-scale machinesÌýenabling a full spectrum ofÌý
geotechnical research.ÌýStructural lab lists four hydraulic actuators, covering both uniaxialÌýand bi-axial testing ranging from 110 kip and 220kip.Ìý
Largest actuator can handle up to one million pounds.ÌýMaterials testing is fully supported by several MTS and Instron.ÌýCombination of theseÌý
explores new ideas,Ìýproves the concepts,Ìýand leads to the success of research and development expanding theÌýboundaries of innovations
Explore Our Projects
CIEST Projects are designed to demonstrate bold ideas into engineering solutions in all scales fromÌý
small to large so that laboratory innovations find a systematic way to progress. This approach bringsÌý
researchers, students, and industry experts all together to test hypotheses and discover new technologies.
Undergraduate Involvement
CIEST offers students hands-on experience in industrial testing where interactions through faculty, graduate students,Ìý
and industry experts nourishes the growth of knowledge and networks. CIEST is committed to develop undergraduates through theÌý
design of experiments, set up tests and analyze results, gaining a full understanding of how research is conducted from start to finish.
Students work on hands-on lab activities that strengthen problem solving and introduce real testing methods.
Students take part in special projects and competitions that let them apply classroom learning in creative and challenging ways.
Students receive guidance on technical tasks and gain experience by supporting faculty and research teams.
CIEST Community
CIEST operates with a small professional staff and a large team of students, postdocs, faculties and industry experts;Ìý
therefore, people are at the core of every discovery through seamless collaborations and widespread expertise.
Faculty lead research efforts across CIESTÌý
and guide students through innovativeÌýtesting, design,Ìý
and analysis work.
Staff provide technical, administrative, and operational support that keepsÌýCIEST’s labs, programs, and research activities running smoothly.
Graduate and postgraduate students drive advanced research projects,Ìýusing CIEST’s facilities to develop new solutions in engineering.
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Projects
This study was conducted for PPI Pipe America Inc. and presents test results from a program...
CIEST tested two composite meter lids by two different manufacturers to a proof load...
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