Case Studies
At Lucideon, we have worked on many different and diverse projects across a wide range of materials and industries. Read here about some of the work we have done
Application of Lucideon's Flash Sintering Technology
A customised materials testing project for International Nuclear Services (INS), UK (Phase 2)
A customised materials testing project for International Nuclear Services (INS), UK (Phase 1)
Testing carried out at Lucideon's GMP testing laboratories and analytical chemistry facilities
Resolution of a manufacturing issue with fragile tableted products
Characterisation of the surface chemical composition of medical implants
Lucideon & GSK Consumer Healthcare Compare the Effects of Different Toothpastes on Teeth.
Validation of the effectiveness of detergents, cleaning wipes and spray and wipe products in removing surface bacteria
Lucideon assists in identification and prevention of staining of orthopaedic instruments
Analysis of failed polymer components in orthopaedic instruments using a range of testing and analysis techniques
Testing provided evidence that the strength requirements of the UHPFRC were met at each stage of the flyover restoration process
Analysis of concrete and screed identified that the flooring materials specified were not used and lower-cost alternatives were sourced
One of Mauer’s unique EWI systems achieved certification through the development of a customized testing program
Testing enabled Hemsec to attain ETA accreditation and CE certification for their structural insulated panels
Testing and consultancy enabled third party insurance and building control sign-offs
Lucideon testing helps to optimize the coating process of powders
Brickwork testing for the Battersea Power Station redevelopment project
Tests to determine the strength of walls constructed with bond beams
Encapsulation of bleach helps to maintain activity in application environment
Lucideon method development helps quantify effectiveness of washing machine soap
Lucideon's additive manufacturing expertise helped identify root cause of product failure
Lucideon's additive manufacturing expertise helped identify root cause of product failure
Lucideon expertise helped a client with additive manufactured implants
We helped our client with discolouration issues after hot isostatic pressing
Lucideon expertise helps develop powder conditioning procedure to improve processing
Lucideon testing helps to prove effects on tubule occlusion
Lucideon expertise allows new elements to be included in products.
Lucideon helps in product performance comparison
Monitoring of the in-depth distribution of key alloying elements and trace elements using SIMS
Optimisation of powders for tablet pressing
Testing of unique cladding system and its components
Benchmarking study carried out by Lucideon
Lucideon has worked with Greatbatch Medical to help them gain FDA approval
Lucideon uses surface analysis to investigate hair care products
Topographical analysis of skin
Application of Lucideon's cleaning validation procedure - Validata
New standards produced for Euro currency colour consistency
Testing and reverse engineering of materials
ToF-SIMS investigation into tablet discolouration
Analysis by time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry
Scanning electron microscopy was used to identify the cause of a glaze pinhole fault in sanitaryware manufacture
Standards to ensure consistency in the calibration of the instruments used to measure raw wool colour
Surface contamination investigation
Testing and analysis provided by Lucideon
IKEA wished to appoint a preferred consultant for ceramic product sourcing around the globe
Lucideon's assistance to Pretty's Solicitors
A manufacturer of ceramic armour for military vehicles and personnel sought pressure-cast forming expertise