Electrical Electronics Laboratory I

The Electrical and Electronics Engineering Laboratory was established to be used in the applications of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering undergraduate students' courses such as Circuit Analysis-1, Circuit Analysis-2, Electronic-1, Electronic-2. In addition to these courses, our students also do module applications in this laboratory.

In addition, the laboratory is used for project studies. In Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab-1, there are 12 oscilloscopes, 12 DC Power Supplies, 6 soldering irons with stations, 12 signal generators and electronic components required for electronic circuit setup.

Electrical and Electronics Laboratory II

The Electrical-Electronics Engineering Lab-2 laboratory was established to be used in the applications of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering undergraduate students courses such as Microprocessors, Electrical Machines, Power Electronics, Electromechanical Energy Conversions, Programmable Logic Controllers, Power Systems, Renewable Energy.

In addition to these courses, our students also do module applications in this laboratory. In addition, the laboratory is used for project studies.

Computer Engineering Laboratory I

Our laboratory is a general purpose computer laboratory and is open to the use of other faculties and departments in our university.

It is equipped with today's technology so that it can be used for programming, web-based developments, basic computer applications; projector and 22 computers are available.

In the laboratory, associate, undergraduate and graduate students will be supported and encouraged to carry out R&D, project and thesis studies.

Computer Engineering Laboratory II

It is used for the implementation of computer lessons for undergraduate students of the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Department of Computer Engineering.

Computer Engineering Department graduate students also provide with a working environment that they can use within the scope of their thesis studies and research projects.

There are 28 computers and 1 smart board with high-capacity hardware features and state-of-the-art software in the laboratory.

Network and Cyber Security Laboratory

It will be used in the courses such as Data Communication and Computer Networks, Information Security, Network Management in the curriculum of our department and in the implementation of the courses in the curriculum of other faculties.

It is aimed to provide our students with up-to-date knowledge and techniques such as modern cryptography algorithms, ethical hacking techniques and network security.

At the same time, it is aimed to conduct scientific research on topics such as code analysis, malware analysis, intrusion detection systems, intrusion prevention systems, the use of blockchain techniques in data security and cryptography techniques.

Metaverse and Big Data Laboratory

Unreal Engine Game Engine, VR/AR, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and Web 3.0 in Metaverse on powerful machines in terms of processor, memory and graphics cards; Within the scope of Big Data, it is aimed to provide education at undergraduate and graduate levels on Data Mining and Distributed Systems, to carry out R&D on these subjects, and to develop projects and theses.

Advanced Ceramics Research and Development Laboratory

Our Advanced Ceramics Research and Development Laboratory was established in 2021 in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering department of Sivas University of Science and Technology.

In the laboratory, R&D studies are carried out on different ceramic materials, especially on the development of Al2O3-based ceramic composite armor materials.

Currently, 2 projects are ongoing in our laboratory. We also have a research group consisting of postgraduate students.

At the same time, a stereolithography-based advanced ceramic additive manufacturing device, which is the first in Turkey, is also available in our laboratory.

The device allows the fabrication of products with complex shapes that cannot be produced by traditional methods.

With this device, ceramic products are produced in a way that appeals to the defense industry, biomedical implants, electrical applications and many other sectors.

Thin Film Solar Cells Development Laboratory

Our Thin Film Solar Cells Development Laboratory was established in 2020 in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering department of Sivas University of Science and Technology.

Solar cells are systems that convert solar energy into electrical energy and generally consist of P and N-type semiconductors.

The purpose of this laboratory is to conduct research on thin-film solar cells by providing an environment that faculty members, research assistants and graduate students can benefit from.

The laboratory's primary area of work is the development of Cu2ZnSnS4 (CZTS) thin-film solar cells.

Besides, new generation solar cells such as perovskite, which has been popular in recent years, are also being studied.

Semiconductor thin film development studies are carried out using methods such as electrochemical, sol-gel and dip coating.

Advanced Alloys Production Center

Advanced Alloys Production Center of Sivas Science and Technology University is a semi-industrial, integrated facility extending from alloy development to part production.

There is a Vacuum Induction Furnace with a capacity of 25 kg, a gas atomization tower with a capacity of 25 kg and a 3D metal printer in the center.

Ingot alloys produced in Vacuum Induction Furnace are turned powders in the gas atomization tower.

These powders are then used in the 3D printer for the production of various parts by the additive manufacturing method.

These three units, in addition to being part of an integrated production, can also market their own products directly.

While important R&D activities are carried out in the advanced alloys production center, it also offers our students the chance for hands-on training.

Energy Systems Laboratory

Energy production, conversion, transfer mechanisms provided by laws of physics, mechanisms of thermodynamic laws, heat transfer methods, cooling methods, energy losses resulting from fluid interaction with their flow fields, and parameters affecting aviation engines are investigated in the laboratory.

Experiments

• The effects of variables affecting cooling devices (condenser type, compression ratio, etc.) on energy savings and efficiency.
• Effects of fuel type on power generation in a jet engine.
• Examine the pressure and energy losses caused by the structures forming the flow field.

Device List
• Radiation Heat Transfer Training Set
• Heat Conduction Training Set
• Natural and Forced Convection Training Set
• Gas Turbine Mini Jet Training Set
• Flow Measurement Traınıng Set
• Compressor
• Plate Heat Exchanger
• Evaporator
• Copper Tube Condenser
• Micro Channel Condenser
• Temperature Control Device

Magnetic Levitation and Control Laboratory

In the Magnetic Levitation and Control Laboratory under the Mechanical Engineering Department, applied and theoretical research/teaching is carried out on control systems and robotics.

The studies carried out in the laboratory are carried out jointly with different departments of the leading universities of our country.

Our main research area is the modeling and simulation of dynamic systems as well as the nonlinear control of electromechanical systems.

If we refer to the studies carried out in the laboratory:

Ensuring an increase in vehicle comfort and safety levels as a result of improving the damping structures of automotive and rail systems with active and semi-active suspension systems

Obtaining a structure with improved dynamic behavior by using MagnetoRheological (MR) fluids in the blade structures of fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicles and wind turbines and realizing its active control,

• Modeling and characterization of high-temperature superconducting materials using numerical methods and co-simulations on dynamic systems such as UAV launch systems.
• Real-time control of robotic manipulators and realization of designs.

• Developing and implementing control algorithms that will enable unmanned aerial vehicles with high maneuverability to move autonomously under variable environmental conditions and complex task descriptions.

• Sensors (displacement, acceleration, force), QPIDe control card for real-time data acquisition and control applications, two-channel vibration analyzer for modal analysis, MR damper, oscilloscope, DC Power supplies and System components required for basic fixed/rotary wing drone prototype manufacturing are available in our laboratory.

Chemical Engineering Laboratory I

Chemical Engineering Laboratory I is equipped with infrastructure for polymer technology, lithium ion battery production, battery test station, surface studies and surface thermodynamics. In our laboratory, cathode active materials for Li-ion batteries and supercapacitors are synthesized and developed, and electrochemical performance tests of Li-ion batteries at different temperatures are carried out with the developed cathode active materials.

In addition, within the scope of our studies, material development for superhydrophobic surfaces, after the production of these surfaces, water repulsion properties are evaluated by contact angle measurement device. After the production of sufficient materials in this field, the materials are used in the maritime, automotive, aerospace industry and many other places.

The following devices are available in Chemical Engineering Laboratory I:
• Glove Box
• Li-ion Coin Cell Crimper
• Disc Cutter
• Battery test system (8-channel, 0.1 mA)
• Battery test system (8-channel, 12 A)
• Magnetic stirrer with heater
• Rotary evaporator
• Contact angle measuring device
• Oven
• Ultraviolet lamp

Chemical Engineering Laboratory II

Chemical Engineering Laboratory II contains the infrastructure for polymer technology, semiconductor material synthesis, coating processes, surface treatments, reaction kinetics, separation processes and nanofiber production. Faculty members, research assistants and graduate students working in this field benefit from the laboratory. Within the scope of our studies, solubility of conductive polymers, sustainable production of carbon nanofibers used as armor materials and production of polymeric thermoelectric materials are carried out.

The following devices are available in Chemical Engineering Laboratory II:
• Electro spin coating device
• Dip coating device
• Mechanical mixing device
• Ultrasonic mixer
• Ultrasonic water bath
• Vacuum oven
• Magnetic stirrer with heater
• Fume hood
• Analytical Balance
• Rotary evaporator

Our laboratory has laser systems of different wavelengths and powers, opto-mechanical systems and fiber processing infrastructure.The research topics studied in our laboratory are as follows:

Laser Systems
• Laser material processing (surface treatment, cutting, melting, patterning, lithography)
• Laser applications in biomedical and agricultural fields
• Lasers and sensor applications
• Laser-assisted micro and nano fabrication methods

Optical Systems
• Optical design, modeling and simulation
• Optical testing and measurement techniques
• Adaptive and diffractive optics

Fiber Optic Sensors
• Point, quasi and fully distributed fiber optic sensors
• FBG & SPR fiber optic sensors
• Integrated optical and photonic sensors

Other Studies
• Electro-optical materials and components
• Infrared technologies
• Imaging and optical metrology
• Holography and image processing
• Plasmonic and optofluids