A method for rheological measurements of air sensitive samples

• Published in: Review of scientific instruments Vol. 95; no. 2
• Main Authors: Russell, Ben A., Wynne, Klaas
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States American Institute of Physics 01.02.2024
• Subjects: Aluminum chloride; Gels; Glove boxes; Ionic liquids; Moisture; Reaction products; Rheological properties; Rheology; Rheometers; Sulfur hexafluoride; Temperature dependence

The rheology of air or moisture sensitive liquids, gels, and glasses requires complicated rheometer-in-glovebox laboratory setups. Here, we demonstrate the use of a heavier-than-air cover gas, sulfur hexafluoride, and the design of a cover gas container that can attach to the lower geometry plate of...