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Experimental Rock Deformation Laboratory

For rock deformation experiments we handle different apparatuses, allowing to perform brittle (low temperature) tests on large rock samples (MTS servo-hydraulic press) and high temperature (ductile) experiments on small samples (Paterson-type gas de…
FLECAS-HT

FLECAS-HT is a unique flow-through system enabling the simultaneous measurement of permeability and electrical resistivity (co-axial 4-electrode arrangement) on rock cylinders with a diameter of 30 mm and a length of 75 mm at temperatures of up to 5…
GHFDB - Global Heat Flow Database

The GFZ supports the work of the International Heat Flow Commission (IHFC) of the IASPEI by providing thematic and technical support for the global heat flow database. We develop a new research data infrastructure for the IHFC Global Heat Flow Datab…
High P and T Synthesis Laboratory

For high-P/high-T experiments, we offer various kinds of piston-cylinder- and multi-anvil presses, which are utilized for conditions ranging from the crust to the uppermost lower mantle. In detail, the High P and T Synthesis Laboratory includes the …
Laboratory Geoelectrics and Optoelectronics

The devices for geoelectric measurements include various tools such as a GeoTom, resistivity probes, non-polarizable probes and electrode cables of various lengths for surface and downhole application. A sandbox model (diameter and height 0.6 m) is …
MuSPIS - Multiple Sample Production and Injection Simulator

The experimental task is to realize controlled long-term investigations on the permeability evolution of sedimentary rocks at simulated pressure- and temperature conditions pertinent to geothermal reservoirs.

Therefore, the investigations are perf…
Permeameter

One of the most important reservoir parameters is the permeability, which defines the ability of a liquid to flow through a porous medium. In our laboratories, we have various setups available to determine the permeability at different pT conditions…
Piston Cylinder / Multi Anvil Press

The static 1000 t laboratory press of Max Voggenreiter GmbH can be operated either with a Walker module as a multi anvil press or via a second hydraulic cylinder with a piston cylinder module (diameter 12.7 mm).
Piston Cylinder Press

To investigate the pressure/temperature regime of the Earth´s crust and shallow parts of the upper mantle, at the GFZ three piston cylinder presses are installed and run. Two of the three presses are non-endloaded piston cylinder apparatus ("Johanne…
Pore and Fracture Space Laboratory

For characterization of pores and fractures within rocks the laboratory is equipped with an X-Ray computer tomography system (Nanotom CT), He-gas pycnometer (AccuPyc), Hg porosimeter (2000 WS), and a gas adsorption porosimeter (TS Surfer). For damag…
Rock Deformation Laboratory

Polyaxial High-pressure Test System (TrueTriax)

The grant from the Investment Bank of the State of Brandenburg (ILB No. 85053766) enabled the acquisition of a high-pressure, high-temperature 3D True Triaxial Press facility at the GFZ, which is to be…
Rotating Multi-Anvil Press

A Rotating Multi-Anvil Press constructed by Max Voggenreiter GmbH is installed in the high-pressure hall of the GFZ. The apparatus consists of an 800 tons hydraulic press and a Walker-type multi-anvil module. The whole apparatus is rotatable by 360°…
System for Experimental Petrophysics - SEPP

Measuring the physical properties of rocks under simulated in situ conditions in the laboratory is crucial for a comprehensive characterization of natural geological reservoirs. The long-term flow-through apparatus SEPP consists of a total of 6 temp…
Thermal Petrophysics Lab

The Thermal Petrophysics Laboratory offers a wide range of measurement methods, primarily for determining the thermal properties of rocks and minerals.

In addition, mineralogical and other petrophysical parameters can be determined. The following pa…