Two mobile laboratories to transport instruments to remote facilities and industrial sites. Through its Industrial Affiliates program, DIAL is committed to helping industries become more competitive. Cost reductions can be realized with more effective consumption of raw materials, more efficient use of equipment, and lowered energy requirements. Industrial Affiliates have access to DIAL's staff and research personnel. They are kept updated on, and have early access to, new technologies through newsletters, technical bulletins, reports and papers.
Information is provided on government research programs and funding opportunities.
A particular advantage of DIAL's association with a major research university such as MSU is the academic program which can be developed. DIAL's primary academic effort is at the graduate level, even though a large number of undergraduates work on various research projects in the laboratory. DIAL's plans include a graduate program with application courses in combustion, lasers, optics, instrumentation systems, and analysis. By working in collaboration with regional and national industries to identify opportunities for diagnostic research and development, DIAL can accomplish this congressionally mandated aspect of federally funded research while contributing to the improved efficiency and competitiveness of U.S. industry.