A thermal expansion (and magnetostriction) cell has been built by Alex Lacerda
for use in the 20 T superconducting magnets. Its sensitivity, dL/L =
10-9 normally with 10-11 possible. It operates from 20
mK to 300 K. The next generation cell will be non-metallic for use in the 50 T
pulsed magnets. Thermal expansion is particularly useful for studying
materials near magnetic instabilities.
Precise calorimeters for specific heat measurements in the resistive and
superconducting magnets are being developed be LANL, NHMFL, and UF researchers.
Users can consult them about collaboration or develop their own.
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