ChE Labs

The Computer Resource Laboratory in ECS-114 serves all courses in the ChE program. Students must obtain an account from technician Minh Tran. This lab's computers run:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• LabVIEW (5 major pilot-scale devices can be accessed online via LabVIEW)
• PRO/II
• LoopPro
• MATLAB
• COMSOL Multiphysics (limited)

Contact: Roger C. Lo

At the Microfabrication Lab we are committed to advancing research and education in microfluidics technology, exploring its intersection with biology, chemistry, and engineering. Our approach combines cutting-edge microfabrication techniques with robust analytical detection methods and computer automation. By integrating these elements, we can design innovative microfluidics-based systems for a broad range of applications, including microreactors and high-throughput biological and chemical analysis.

Contact: Sara Moghtadernejad

The Multiphase Flow Lab pursues interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research directions in Chemical Engineering. Dr. Sara Moghtadernejad studies processes and phenomena involving fluid and powders that depict phase changes and have multiple states. Her research arises from practical applications, with the aim of solving challenging and contemporary industrial issues. MFL is a result-oriented laboratory and is equipped with state-of-the-art tools to closely reproduce real-life conditions and to design various interesting experiments. Those are followed by distinct numerical and statistical analyses to verify experimental observations and to provide solutions, enhancements, and corrections.

Hours:  M-F: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.(by appointment)

Contact: Ehsan Barjasteh

The Polymer and Advanced Composite Laboratory specializes in developing and characterizing new lightweight materials and processes for applications in aerospace, biomedical, automotive, and other related industries. In particular, the research lab focuses on:

• Out-of-Autoclave processes (VBO, VaRTM, RTM, RFI)
• Automated polymer and composite manufacturing
• Nanomaterial  
• Multifunctional materials

Major equipment:

• Cutters and polishers
• Differential scanning calorimeter
• Discovery refrigerated cooling system (RCS90)
• Dynamical mechanical analyzer
• Hot press
• Industrial chassis computer
• Injection molding machine
• Kilns and furnaces
• Metallurgical microscope
• Rheometer

Contact: Ji-Hwan Kang

The Soft Materials and Interfaces Lab, led by Dr. Ji-Hwan Kang in the Chemical Engineering department at CSULB, is dedicated to advanced research in soft materials and their interfaces. The lab is equipped with sophisticated imaging and microfabrication systems, enabling precise optical measurements and detailed surface analysis. Recent enhancements include high-speed imaging and automated flow control for microfabrication processes. High-performance computing resources support the viewing and analysis of large 3D images. Additionally, the lab is well-equipped for microfluidics and soft lithography, featuring a diverse range of machinery and tools, including 3D printers, cleaning and coating equipment, laser cutters, CNC machines, and precise flow control devices. The use of advanced modeling software further enhances the lab's ability to tackle complex engineering problems, facilitating comprehensive research and the development of innovative solutions for contemporary challenges.

The 2,000-square-foot Unit Ops Laboratory in ECS-111 is used for the two ChE undergraduate lab courses, as well as lectures. It houses eight pilot-scale and 11 bench-scale pieces of chemical process equipment as well as numerous analytical instruments. Read more about the Unit Operations Lab