Description of SNL FacilitiesSandia National LaboratoriesSNL_305d7bc2-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c_305d7fbe-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c_305d8130-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cPV Cells, Modules & SystemsConduct research in photovoltaic (PV) cells and modules and perform analysis in PV systems design and characterization._305d822a-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c1Photovoltaic LaboratoriesThe Photovoltaic System Evaluation Laboratory (PSEL) is a multi-user, multi-sponsor facility that conducts research in photovoltaic (PV) cells and modules and performs detailed analysis in PV systems design and characterization. PSEL accelerates the development and adoption of new and emerging photovoltaic technologies. The site location in Albuquerque, NM provides more than 300 days of sun per year, and offers partners premier testing conditions along with highly precise equipment and an experienced and knowledgeable staff._305d831a-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cPower SourcesProvide capabilities in power source research, engineering, characterization, evaluation, and testing._305d8414-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c2Advanced Power Sources LaboratoryThe Advanced Power Sources Laboratory (APSL) at Sandia provides comprehensive capabilities in power source research, engineering, characterization, evaluation, and testing. Supporting APSL is a staff of more than 40 scientists, engineers, and technicians with backgrounds in chemistry, electrochemistry, metallurgy, chemical engineering, materials science, engineering, and physics._305d850e-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cCombustionUnderstand combustion and combustion-related processes._305d8608-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c3Combustion Research FacilityFor more than 30 years The Combustion Research Facility (CRF) has served as a national and international leader in combustion science and technology. The need for a thorough and basic understating of combustion and combustion-related processes lies at the heart of the CRF research, which ranges from studying chemical reactions in a flame to developing an instrument for the remote detection of gas leaks. Users and partners have access to state-of-the-art facilities and an expert staff that brings with them enhanced knowledge and new approaches to combustion and combustion related research._305d8702-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cComponent & System TestingSimulate a wide range of environments for component and system testing._305d8806-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c4Design, Evaluation, and Test Technology FacilityThe mission of this facility, composed of numerous specialized facilities, is to simulate a wide range of environments for component and system testing. The environments can range from normal in-use environments to extreme accident conditions. In addition, a wide array of diagnostic equipment, such as nondestructive testing, photometric and optics, and electronic data acquisition, is maintained and developed to support testing and research activities. Tests as diverse as characterization of printed circuit board solder connection strength to full-scale impact testing of transport vehicles have been accommodated._305d8900-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cDistributed Energy TechnologyProvide expertise and test support to perform grid-connected performance evaluations, off-grid performance evaluations, and specialized tests._305d8a04-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c5Distributed Energy Technology LaboratoryThe Distributed Energy Technologies Laboratory (DETL) is an extension of the power electronics testing capabilities of the Photovoltaic System Evaluation Laboratory (PSEL). DETL is configured as a 480V, 3-phase microgrid with interconnections to the utility grid and to various distributed energy resources including photovoltaic inverters, microturbines, fuel cells, reciprocating engine-generators, and electrical energy storage systems. DETL provides expertise and test support to perform the following functions: * Grid-connected performance evaluations (e.g., efficiency, distortion, power factor, response to abnormal grid conditions) * Off-grid (stand-alone) performance evaluations (e.g., transient response, compatibility with various load types, voltage and frequency regulations) * Specialized tests (e.g., radio-frequency emissions, “non-islanding inverter," interactions of multiple sources on a common microgrid, surge tolerance).Photovoltaic System Evaluation Laboratory (PSEL)_305d8b08-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cFluid Flow, Heat Transfer & AerodynamicsImprove understanding of phenomena in areas of fluid flow, heat transfer, and aerodynamics._305d8c16-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c6Engineering Sciences Experimental FacilityThe ESEF complex also contains several independent laboratories for experiments and advanced diagnostics in the fields of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, multiphase flows, aerosols, and material decomposition. Our experimental research activities are focused on both advanced diagnostics and fundamental experiments. We seek to improve our understanding of phenomena in areas of fluid flow, heat transfer, and aerodynamics. We develop state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques for application to benchmark experiments aimed at understanding the fundamental nature of complex systems. This understanding is used to develop and validate the theoretical and computer models necessary for system design and analysis._305d8d1a-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cEnergetic Materials & Explosive ComponentsProvides chemical, material, and performance analysis capabilities for energetic materials and explosive components_305d8e1e-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c7Explosive Components FacilityThe 98,000-square-foot Explosive Components Facility (ECF) is a state-of-the-art facility that provides a full-range of chemical, material, and performance analysis capabilities for energetic materials and explosive components: * advanced design of energetic devices and subsystems * optical ordnance * energetic materials * testing of explosives and explosive components and subsystems * advanced explosives diagnostics * reliability analyses * failure modes evaluation * safety evaluation_305d8f2c-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cEM & Explosive Component ExpertiseProvide technical expertise and an agile, integrated approach to solve complex challenges for all classes of energetic materials (EM) and explosive components._305d903a-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c8Explosive Technology GroupThe Explosive Technology Group (ETG) provides diverse technical expertise and an agile, integrated approach to solve complex challenges for all classes of energetic materials (EM) and explosive components. The Explosive Technology Group has a plethora of unique technical capabilities that enable an engineering science approach to component design and development, and probe the science underlying EM performance, safety, and reliability in normal and abnormal environments. Our customer and partner base includes the National Nuclear Security Administration,, other Department of Energy partners, and numerous Work-for-Other customers including Department of Defense , academia, and industry. Resources enable multiple key technologies: * Extensive expertise in research, development, and application of energetic materials * Conventional and advanced explosive component design, development, evaluation, and modeling * Unique combinations of physical/chemical characterization and testing of EM for advancing energetic material science and technologies * Model development for design engineers and understanding the physics of EM in static and dynamic conditions * Miniaturization of explosive components * Aging and failure modes analysis * Safety and reliability assessments * Development of advanced EM detection technologies * Quantitative analysis of EM performance in abnormal environments * Ballistic testing and analysis * Ability to integrate multiple technologies to address new areas of interest_305d913e-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cRock PropertiesMeasure rock properties under a wide range of simulated service conditions._305d9260-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c9Geomechanics LaboratoryThe Geomechanics Laboratory allows its users to measure rock properties under a wide range of simulated service conditions up to very high pressures and complex load paths. The laboratories capabilities make it useful for research and development in underground construction, mining, oil and gas production/reservoir management, hydrocarbon and compressed air storage and much more._305d9378-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cMaterialsExamine a wide spectrum of materials, from semiconductors to metals and ceramics._305d9490-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c10Ion Beam LaboratorySandia's Ion Beam Analysis (IBA) program is recognized as one of the best in the world. It has the ability to examine a wide spectrum of materials, from semiconductors to metals and ceramics._305d9602-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cMaterials Structure, Properties & PerformanceProvide knowledge of materials structure, properties, and performance and the processes to produce, transform, and analyze materials_305d971a-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c11Materials Science and Engineering CenterThe Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) Center at Sandia provides knowledge of materials structure, properties, and performance and the processes to produce, transform, and analyze materials to ensure mission success for our customers and partners, both internal and external._305d983c-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cMechanical BehaviorConduct experimental research and develop diagnostics to study the mechanical behavior of materials._305d9972-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c12Mechanical Test and Evaluation FacilityThe Micromechanics & Materials Mechanics Test Facilities at Sandia, California, conduct experimental research and develop diagnostics to study the mechanical behavior of materials. Material systems of interest include metals, structural foams, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Our work for Department of Energy customers includes material characterization, fracture and failure mechanics, validation of massively parallel engineering mechanics computer codes, and mechanical testing of prototype hardware. The following research capabilities are available: * multi-axial testing * coupled thermal/mechanical testing from cryogenic to high temperature * in-situ mechanical testing in microscopes * high strain-rate testing * nanoindentation and thin film evaluation * high force testing * friction/wear Testing_305d9a94-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cNuclear ArsenalEnsure the U.S. nuclear arsenal is safe, secure, reliable, and can fully support the nation's deterrence policy._305d9bb6-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c13Microsystems and Engineering Science ApplicationsSandia's primary mission is ensuring the U.S. nuclear arsenal is safe, secure, reliable, and can fully support the nation's deterrence policy. Employing only the most advanced and failsafe technologies to fulfill our responsibilities as stewards of the nuclear stockpile, Sandia is responsible for the development, design and maintenance of approximately 90 percent of the several thousand parts found in any given weapon system, including radiation-hardened microelectronics. In support of this mission, Sandia has a significant role in advancing the state-of-the-art in microsystems research and development and in introducing microsystems into the nuclear stockpile. Microsystems incorporate radiation-hardened microelectronics, and other advanced components such as micromachines, optoelectronics, and photonic systems. The MESA Complex is designed to integrate the numerous scientific disciplines necessary to produce functional, robust, integrated microsystems and represents the center of Sandia's investment in microsystems research, development, and prototyping activities. This suite of facilities encompasses approximately 400,000 square feet and includes cleanroom facilities, laboratories, and offices._305d9cec-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cSolar Thermal Electrical PlantsProvides experimental engineering data for the design, construction, and operation of unique components and systems in proposed solar thermal electrical plants._305d9e22-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c14National Solar Thermal Test FacilityThe National Solar Thermal Test Facility (NSTTF) is the only test facility in the United States of its type. This unique facility provides experimental engineering data for the design, construction, and operation of unique components and systems in proposed solar thermal electrical plants; planned for large-scale power generation. At 200 feet tall, the NSTTF's distinct height advantage along with its heat capabilities, offers a unique and complete testing environment to government contractors and agencies, research institutes, universities and private companies.Government ContractorsGovernment AgenciesResearch InstitutesUniversitiesPrivate Companies_305d9f58-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cNuclear PowerSupport the safe, secure, reliable, and sustainable use of nuclear power._305da0ac-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c15Nuclear Energy Safety TechnologiesSandia National Laboratories' Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Programs provide a dynamic, multifaceted approach to systems-based research and development of nuclear energy and fuel cycle technologies. Sandia supports the safe, secure, reliable, and sustainable use of nuclear power worldwide through strengths in repository science, nonproliferation, safety and security, transportation, modeling, and system demonstrations. As a national leader, Sandia strives to enhance the nation's security and prosperity through sustainable, transformative approaches to the world's most difficult nuclear energy challenges._305da1e2-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cNuclear SolutionsProvide capabilities for developing and applying nuclear solutions to problems of national importance._305da322-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c16Nuclear Facilities Resource CenterThe Nuclear Facilities Resource Center (NUFAC) represents an exceptional national resource in providing unique capabilities for developing and applying nuclear solutions to problems of national importance. NUFAC's nuclear engineering technology resource is derived from a combination of unique facilities and highly qualified people in a synergistic structure. NUFAC supports a wide variety of programs including designing, operating, and experimenting with nuclear reactors; performing in core testing of reactor fuel and criticality experiments; radiation processing of semiconductor materials; testing of electronic piece parts and components; performing activation analyses; characterizing radioactive materials; and producing radioisotopes._305da8c2-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cPlasma MaterialsOffer research capabilities in the modeling of plasma/material behavior and interaction, high heat flux testing and evaluation, materials characterization, and electron beam physical vapor disposition._305daa16-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c17Plasma Materials Test FacilityThe Plasma Materials Test Facility (PMTF) at Sandia is a Department of Energy designated technology deployment center and Work for Others facility. The facility offers its users research capabilities in the modeling of plasma/material behavior and interaction, high heat flux testing and evaluation, materials characterization, and electron beam physical vapor disposition. Some of the PMTF's unique testing capabilities are not accessible to users anywhere in the world except at Sandia. This facility welcomes private companies and universities to either visit or use the facility when no DOE experiments are under way, or to contract with Sandia directly through a Work for Others agreement to perform the testing._305dab60-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cPrimary StandardsDevelop and maintain primary standards traceable to national standards and calibrates and certifies customer reference standards._305dacd2-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c18Primary Standards LaboratoryThe Primary Standards Laboratory (PSL) develops and maintains primary standards traceable to national standards and calibrates and certifies customer reference standards. The PSL provides technical guidance, support, and consultation; develops precision measurement techniques; provides oversight, including technical surveys and measurement audits; and anticipates future measurement needs of the nuclear weapons complex and other Department of Energy programs. The PSL also helps industry, universities, and government agencies establish or verify new capabilities and products and improve measurement technology.IndustryUniversitiesGovernment Agencies_305dae26-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cPulsed-Power & SystemsOffer access to unique equipment to support specialized research, along with the expertise to address complex problems dealing with radiation effects._305daf84-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c19Pulsed-Power and Systems Validation FacilityThe Pulsed Power and System Validation Technology Deployment Center offers access to unique equipment to support specialized research, along with the expertise to address complex problems dealing with radiation effects._305db0ec-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cRadiation DetectionTesting and characterize radiation detector materials and devices and determine the relationships between the physical properties of the detector materials and the device response._305db240-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c20Radiation Detection Materials Characterization LaboratoryThis facility provides assistance to users from federal laboratories, U.S. industry and academia in the following areas: (1) testing and characterizing radiation detector materials and devices; and (2) determining the relationships between the physical properties of the detector materials and the device response. Systems of interest include scintillators and room-temperature semiconductors for detection arrays of X-rays, gamma rays, and neutrons.Federal LaboratoriesU.S. IndustryAcademia_305db394-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cMaterials PropertiesStudy materials properties utilizing gas/propellant launchers, ramp-loading pulsers, and ballistic applications._305db51a-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c21Shock Thermodynamic Applied Research FacilityThe Shock Thermodynamic Applied Research Facility (STAR) facility, within Sandia's Solid Dynamic Physics Department, is one of a few institutions in the world with a major shock-physics program. This is the only experimental test facility in the world that can cover the full range of pressure (bars to multi-Mbar) for material property study utilizing gas/propellant launchers, ramp-loading pulsers, and ballistic applications.Sandia's Solid Dynamic Physics Department_305db678-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5cSecurityProvide systems and technologies that understand, identify, and solve the nation's security problems._305db7f4-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c22Weapon and Force Protection CenterThe Center for Security Systems is a fully integrated research-to-development-to-application center that provides systems and technologies that understand, identify, and solve the nation's security problems. The Center includes extensive development and testing facilities for all aspects of physical security, including the following: * Sensors * Video * Image processing * Alarm communications and display * Entry control * Contraband detection * Insider protection technologies * Barriers and activated delay * Robotics * Modeling and simulationCenter for Security Systems_305db948-3ed3-11e4-8eb2-863283db4d5c2014-09-17https://www.data.gov/app/uploads/2014/06/DOE-Inventory.csvOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net