This lab is equipped for the study of various multiphase flows including fluidized beds, pneumatic transport of powders, and electrostatic precipitators. Data acquisition is used in the laboratory to support computer modeling of flow systems. The available instrumentation includes a particle size analyzer and acoustic sonic sifter for separating and counting particles down to 2-mm diameter.
Several lasers are available for laser-based diagnostics of multiphase media.
For example, the determination of particle concentration is made by using light attenuation measurement through a suspension.