Custom Solutions
For every research, testing, engineering and prototyping need.
Research & Development
Starfire has worked with a number of organizations to develop custom solutions for their challenging plasma applications
FROM PRELIMINARY STAGES TO FINISHED PARTS
Prior collaborators include companies ranging from Fortune 500 to startups, university groups and national labs. Our research team, product development staff and test engineers are qualified and ready to carry out your applied research and product development projects. From staged R&D to final solution and licensing to purchase-finish, each opportunity is unique and we can help.
Past Projects Include:
Custom designed neutron generators
Radiation shielding design
Neutrons for soil analysis
Radiation detectors
Neutron activation analysis (PGNAA & INAA)
Plasma deposition and etching
Plasma for medical therapy
Pulsed plasma light sources
Electric space propulsion
Neutron Radiography
Non-destructive testing and evaluation
Utilizing our in-house Pictoris Neutron Radiography System,
we can inspect a variety of items such as fabricated parts, complex assemblies, failed components, liquid or powder filled items and archaeological artifacts.
This service is ideal for evaluating neutron radiography before purchasing a Starfire Pictoris or for occasional radiography needs.
Both thermal and fast neutron radiography services are available.
UHV compatible joining & plasma surface treatments
Fabrication & Prototyping
Materials we work with include:
stainless steel, Kovar, aluminum, nickel, copper and ceramics.
Welding - Laser & TIG
Brazing - Vacuum & Active Metal
Machining
Sputter Deposition
Plasma-Enhanced CVD
Plasma Etching
Consultation on joint design and fixturing is also available.