Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR)

The laboratory is equipped with a Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrophotometer (Perkin Elmer Spectrum 3) on which it  is possible to assemble various accessories, such a Transmission, ATR (Attenuated Total Reflecion), DRIFT (Diffuse Reflectance) and Cell for Gas Analysis, depending on the type of sample to be analyzed. Analyzes can be performed on solid, liquid and gaseous samples (different matrix including foods). The solids and liquids can be analyzed as such or after mixing with a matrix transparent to IR radiation, such as potassium bromide (KBr). The Gas Cell is currently connected to a plant for conducting thermal abuse tests on lithium-ion cells.

Head of Laboratory: Prof. Paola Russo (paola.russo@uniroma1.it)