Structure Tectonics - Facilities
The Structure Tectonics Team operates a number of facilities at RSES these include a computer based lab a microscope lab and an Argon Dating Facility. Read more about our facilities below
Data Visualisation Laboratory
The Data Visualisation Laboratory contains two PC-type computers, the largest of which is a 4-processor machine running at 3.73 GHz with 16 GB RAM and a professional-quality NVidia graphics card. This computer is also equipped with a fast CRT monitor and active stereographic visualisation capability using 3D glasses. This machine is set up in a dual-boot configuration running both Red Hat Linux and Windows 64.
Microscope Laboratory
We operate a Microscope Laboratory containing transmitted light microscopes, a stereo microscope and diamond microdrill. This facility also contains Leica Cameras on two of the transmitted light microscopes, allowing users to take high resolution images to use in publication and presentations.
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40Ar / 39Ar - Argon Geochronology
We specialise in 40Ar/39Ar furnace step heating and/or laser fusion of a variety of rocks and minerals, including amphiboles, micas, feldspars. We also work with whole-rock materials, typically extrusive volcanic rocks if a project necessitates it.