Materials testing is a respected and established technique that is used to ascertain both the physical and mechanical properties of raw materials and components. It can be used to examine almost ...

Compared to metals such as aluminum and steel, the number of stiffness and strength properties associated with polymer matrix composites (PMCs) is extensive. For metals, these mechanical properties ...

Although failure of material is not the only reason for bridge failures, it is a vital step for choosing the correct materials, the analysis of bridge design, and construction testing. Bridge members ...

The application of rheological testing in forensic material studies provides objective, quantitative data regarding the flow and deformation behavior of physical evidence found at crime scenes. By ...

Product and material test fixtures and accessories include mechanical testing grips, fixtures, sample heaters, extensometers, specimen cutters, and other specialized test components. There are many ...

Mechanical testing equipment covers devices used for adhesion, compression, drop (shock), tensile, vibration, and fatigue testing. The growing importance of quality control and assurance in production ...

Compared to traditional structural materials, polymer matrix composites (PMC) offer greatly enhanced performance and flexibility. However, these benefits come at the cost of increased material ...

Professor John Moore, of the Opus College of Engineering at Marquette, will use the funding to develop new materials testing for the U.S. military.

As gadgets become thinner, lighter and more sustainable, accurate materials data matters more than ever. Faster testing ...

Choosing the right materials testing equipment is a foundational step that influences every subsequent operation. A hasty or uninformed decision can lead to inaccurate results, frequent breakdowns, ...

Vernier Science Education recently launched the Go Direct® Materials Test Frame to support hands-on data collection and analysis in teaching laboratories. The versatile tabletop system helps college ...