Laboratory of Technology of Structures and Materials
The Laboratory of Technology of Structures and Materials (LATEM) is a leading national and international center for innovation and experimentation in building structures and materials.
The laboratory has a 230 m2 test slab with a maximum test length of 20 m. It has facilities for cyclical and fatigue tests, an area for concrete production and a chemical laboratory.
LATEM supports research on the analysis, design and durability of structures (concrete, steel and others), the restoration and conservation of historical structures, and the study of materials. It has produced recognized research and promoted innovation and sustainability for over 25 years, which has made it a center of excellence.
Scientific domain
PE11: Materials EngineeringKeywords
bridges cement concrete concrete with recycled aggregate construction materials dams durability edification factory work fiber reinforced concrete fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) historical buildings infrastructure maintenance materials technology materials testing monitoring non-destructive techniques open sea structures prestressed concrete reinforced concrete steel structural tests structures structures reinforcement tunnels waste revaluation repair reinforcement or renovation solutions for structures structures repair reinforcement or remodelingHome partner institution
(UPC) Universitat Politècnica de CatalunyaWebsite
Technical staff available
YesOpen to external users
YesEquipment
- Instron 8803 dynamic servohydraulic machine of +/- 500 kN
- Instron 8505 dynamic servohydraulic machine of +/- 1000 kN
- Bruker D2 Phaser desktop diffractometer
- Load frame
- HPLC
Description
The Laboratory of Technology of Structures and Materials (LATEM) is a leading national and international center for innovation and experimentation in building structures and materials.
The laboratory has a 230 m2 test slab with a maximum test length of 20 m. It has facilities for cyclical and fatigue tests, an area for concrete production and a chemical laboratory.
LATEM supports research on the analysis, design and durability of structures (concrete, steel and others), the restoration and conservation of historical structures, and the study of materials. It has produced recognized research and promoted innovation and sustainability for over 25 years, which has made it a center of excellence.