Failure analysis
The aim of a failure analysis is to prove the causes that led to the damage events that occurred. In addition, the results can be used to prevent further damage by influencing the design, choice of materials, manufacturing processes, test procedures and operating conditions, and by inspecting or replacing at-risk components during operation.
Systematic failure analysis requires a holistic approach and a methodical procedure. The knowledge required for this encompasses the entire range of materials science: component/operating strength, corrosion, wear, manufacturing technology, materials, materials testing/diagnostics, etc.
In the field of failure analysis, we can identify and analyze the following defects with our systems:
- Fracture surfaces
- Crack propagation and crack evaluation
- Segregations, precipitation distributions and foreign inclusions
- Corrosion attacks
In addition to identifying the causes of fractures, we are also able to fully characterize components on the macro and micro scale.
Contact for questions
Dr.-Ing Dominik Britz
Chief Executive Officer
Dr.-Ing. Tobias Fox
Chief Operating Officer
Further areas of application
AI and Machine Learning
Our services range from feasibility studies with our various approaches to exploratory data analysis with unsupervised ML.
Correlative microscopy
A correlative characterisation of microstructures serves as a benchmark for automated microstructure recognition and as a starting point for machine learning approaches.
Material Analysis and Microscopy
From chemical analyses, microstructural investigations and texture analyses to high-resolution 3D tomography in the nanometer range.
Triboelectrical characterization
Complementary to our microstructure analysis, we can perform a wide variety of triboelectric measurements under controlled conditions.
Surface functionalization
We offer high-resolution imaging and chemical analysis of surfaces as well as profile recordings for determining layer systems using FIB cross-sections.
Have we sparked your interest in working together?
Please feel free to contact us! We look forward to talking to you and finding out together how we can help you with your project.