Material Analysis Laboratory (MAL) Material Analysis Laboratory (MAL) Overview The MAL performs materials characterization and failure analysis of mechanical and electrical components for all KSC programs and commercial partners. Set up to perform quick-turnaround anomaly investigations that occur on center, the MAL has a wide set of capabilities to evaluate failed components Read More Material Analysis Laboratory (MAL)NASA/KSC Material Analysis Laboratory (MAL) Capabilities The MAL performs materials characterization and failure analysis of mechanical and electrical components for all KSC programs and commercial partners.