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The process of discovering the design/composition of an object by studying its structure and function is known as reverse engineering. Reverse engineering may be required to identify the materials of construction for a product that is obsolete or unknown or to assess potential competitive patent infringement.

Reverse engineering may be performed for a variety of useful purposes. It could be that the product is obsolete and the original design records are long gone. Or it might be to assess a competitor's product to determine if there is a possible patent infringement, or to help ensure that a new offering steers clear of possible infringement. In the construction industry, it might be to gain an understanding of methods and materials to assess the integrity of historic structures.

In any of these cases, the materials hold clues vital to understanding the design. Knowing which specific materials are used and how they behave can help engineers understand how the product works, and predict its ultimate capability. The M&P Lab can be a valuable resource to help answer these important questions on virtually any type of material. Various chemical analysis methods can be used to identify the specific composition of elements, whether organic or inorganic. Thermal analysis can characterize the temperature-dependent behavior of many polymer-based non-metallic materials. Mechanical properties can be obtained from a complete range of mechanical tests that can be performed under various modes and environmental conditions. Microstructure evaluation of the material can also provide critical insight into the design. And finally, electrical testing can determine the short-term and long-term dielectric properties of insulating materials. All of these tests can be performed under one roof, by one team of experts. This provides our clients with a unique opportunity to benefit from the interchange among our scientists, metallurgists and engineers of varying backgrounds and disciplines, which often leads to insights not otherwise possible. Whatever the material or application, The M&P Lab helps you see the whole picture.

Analysis and Testing Capabilities from The M&P Lab include:

• Failure Analysis
• Scanning Electron Microscopy
• Electron Microprobe Analysis
• Metallography
• Metallurgical Evaluation
• Inorganic Chemical Analysis
• Organic Chemical Analysis
• Thermal Analysis
• Fuels & Lubricants Testing and Analysis
• Image Analysis
• Digital Photography
• Mechanical Testing
• Creep & Rupture Testing
• Electrical Testing

For more information, please call us at (518) 382-0082 or use this link to email us your question or inquiry at info@the-mandp-lab.com ...

Solutions:

We provide our clients with business solutions spanning testing, R&D, consultancy, information and process engineering to name a few! Click on the links below to discover how your business can benefit from working with us.

• Acceptance Testing
• On-site Laboratory Services
• Design Improvement
• Performance Prediction
• Failure Analysis
• Process Troubleshooting
• Legal and Expert Witness Services
• Research and Development

Industries:

We work with clients across a wide range of materials based industries, from construction and engineering to medical and ceramics. Click on the links below to discover more about how we can help improve the efficiency and performance of your business.

• Aerospace and Defense
• Automotive
• Chemical Processing
• High-Performance Materials
• Manufacturing
• Medical Devices
• Nuclear Energy
• Power Generation

The M&P Lab Quality Assurance:

Our comprehensive quality assurance program is in compliance with such prestigious industry quality standards as ISO 17025 Nadcap (defense industry) and 10 CFR 50 Appendix B (nuclear utility industry).

The M&P Lab is a full-service materials testing laboratory, offering our clients a full range of analytical and consulting services such as acceptance testing, quality control, service evaluation, failure analysis and product development. We analyze materials such as metals, composites, organics and polymers to determine composition, structure and properties.

DISCOVERY…We start by looking – first with the naked eye, then closer, in ways our eyes can't see, searching for clues.

ANALYSIS…The analysis is often a comparison to a known standard or specification.

INSIGHT…Rooted in years of experience, individual intelligence and creativity, insight is what enables us to make the leap from a collection of data to a comprehensive solution.

SOLUTIONS…The intimate knowledge of our clients' products and processes allows us to respond faster to their needs, more directly address their problems and provide sound solutions which make a significant impact on the clients' bottom line.