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Photo Gallery of the new USGS automated sample changer


Superconducting Rock Magnetometer with Automated Sample Changer

 


Automated sample changer, and susceptibility coil (white) atop AF, IRM, and ARM coils.

 


Automated sample changer, and susceptibility coil (white) atop AF, IRM, and ARM coils.

 


Automated sample changer. Susceptibility, AF, IRM, and ARM coils are encased within a Mu-metal shield.

 


Automated sample changer, and susceptibility coil (white) atop AF, IRM, and ARM coils

 


Close-up of automated sample changer.

 


Magnetically shielded room housing cryogenic magnetometer and automated Sample Changer

 


Computer, printer, and motor, AF, IRM, and ARM controls.

 


Vertical and rotational drive system for automated sample changer. White hose is for the vacuum system

 


Vacuum valve control system for pneumatic sample pick-up

 

 

 

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