Oklahoma State University

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  1. Buildings

    1. BERT COOPER ENGINEERING LABORATORY

      The Bert Cooper Engineering Laboratory at Oklahoma State University is a state-of-the-art facility that opened in 2015. Spanning 33,000 square feet, it is one of the region's most advanced structures and materials testing laboratories. The lab houses high-performance equipment for multi-scale research activities, including durability and mechanical micro-characterization, full-scale serviceability, and integrity testing. It features a fully equipped fabrication shop, concrete mixing and curing rooms, a concrete pump truck and a 20-ton overhead crane. It is named after William Bert Cooper (Feb. 26, 1930-Feb. 28, 2012), a former W&W Steel chairman in Oklahoma City and OSU donor. The BCEL also provides extensive laboratory and field non-destructive testing equipment, environmental chambers and a strong floor for structural testing. Located near the intersection of Ridge Drive and Willis Street, this facility supports academic research and practical applications, making it a vital resource for the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology.