EasyTom 230 Micro-CT XRay System

Funded through the Canada Foundation for Innovation Evans Leaders Fund (CFI-JELF), the Transparent Lab purchased the RX Solutions EasyTom 230 Micro-CT XRay System. This system will boost the leading edge research carried out by the highly qualified personnel in the group using state-of-the-art equipment in the fields of civil engineering, tunnelling, rock mechanics, as well […]

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COVID Update – Lab Closure

Unfortunately, due to the current situation of COVID-19, our research facility has been temporarily shut down until further notice. This shutdown comes in accordance with the guidance from government officials at the University which requires all non-COVID related lab-based research operations be shut down no later than 5 pm on Friday March 20, 2020. Work, […]

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CNC Milling Machine

The new CNC Milling machine at work engraving plexiglass. This plexiglass will be used to decorate the entrance to the new Geomechanics Hub showcasing all the sponsors and collaborators that help make the research here possible.

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Lab space acquisition

Laboratory Space Acquisition

The Geomechanics group has finally grown and has acquired more laboratory space on the third floor of the Galbraith Building. This new space will be used as an interactive student and staff space and for new research equipment. With the acquisition of the new laboratory space, the Geomechanics group has begun its first steps in creating “The […]

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