Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) is a powerful tool for probing matter from molecular to macroscopic scales. This experiment uses the earth's magnetic field to observe proton magnetic resonance and (eventually) do magnetic resonance imaging. This brand new experiment is undergoing trials. NMR has been observed, but is sensitive to fluctuations in the local magnetic field due to local streetcars. We are using fluxgate magnetometers to measure these fluctuations to devise mitigation and compensation methods. If you are an experienced Advanced Lab student (i.e. taking PHY 426, 427, 428, 429) interested in working on this experiment, please contact the Lab Coordinator.
(The experiment is currently located in MP239; last write-up revision: January 2011.)
Earth's Field NMR and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Apparatus
Last updated on 7 May 2018