Use cases

MRI-Compatible Plant Growth Studies

Use the clinostat inside an MRI machine to study the real-time effects of microgravity on plant root growth and orientation, observing how water and nutrients are distributed in the plant tissues in the absence of gravity.

Neurological Studies in Microgravity Conditions

Conduct MRI scans of small animals or biological samples on the clinostat to understand how brain structure and blood flow are affected by microgravity, providing insights into potential impacts on astronauts during long-term space missions.

Explosive Atmosphere Material Testing

Test the behavior of materials and chemical reactions in microgravity within explosive atmospheres, such as those found in fuel manufacturing plants, without the risk of sparking from metallic components.

Cell Culture Experiments in Hazardous Environments

Study cell growth, gene expression, and protein formation in microgravity conditions within environments where traditional metallic devices could pose a risk, such as in highly magnetic or flammable conditions.

Magnetic Field Studies on Biological Systems

Investigate the effects of magnetic fields on biological systems in a microgravity environment without the interference of metallic components, enabling more accurate studies on how Earth's magnetic field influences life.

Pharmaceutical Crystallization Studies

Examine the crystallization process of pharmaceuticals in microgravity conditions using the clinostat inside an MRI to observe the internal structure and formation process of the crystals in real-time.

Fluid Dynamics Experiments

Study the behavior of fluids, including phase separation and fluid flow, under microgravity conditions inside MRI machines, providing valuable data for designing more efficient fuel tanks and fluid systems for space missions.

Microgravity Impact on Microbial Behavior

Investigate how microgravity affects microbial life, including growth rates, mutation rates, and biofilm formation, in environments where traditional metallic clinostats cannot be used due to contamination risks or magnetic interference.

High-Temperature Biological Studies

Investigate the survival and adaptation mechanisms of extremophiles (organisms that thrive in extreme conditions) in microgravity at high temperatures, which could provide insights into the origins of life and its potential existence on other planets.

Cryogenic Fluid Dynamics in Microgravity

Study the behavior of cryogenic fluids (like liquid hydrogen or nitrogen) in microgravity conditions. This could be crucial for future space missions, especially for fuel management in spacecraft.

Thermal Properties of Materials in Microgravity

Examine how materials used in aerospace and other high-temperature applications (like thermal protection systems) behave and perform in a microgravity environment at various temperatures.

Ceramic Manufacturing Processes in Microgravity

Use the fully ceramic version of the device to study the sintering and manufacturing processes of ceramics in microgravity. This could lead to the development of new materials with enhanced properties.

High-Temperature Chemical Reactions in Microgravity

Investigate the kinetics and mechanisms of chemical reactions at high temperatures in microgravity, which could differ significantly from those on Earth, leading to new insights in chemistry and materials science.

Cryopreservation Techniques in Microgravity

Explore new cryopreservation techniques for biological samples, tissues, or even organs at low temperatures in microgravity, which could have significant implications for long-duration space travel and medicine.

Thermophilic Microorganisms Cultivation

Cultivate thermophilic microorganisms in microgravity at high temperatures to study their metabolism, gene expression, and potential for biofuel production or waste processing in space environments.

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