In my last column, I discussed uniaxial flexural strength testing of fiber-reinforced ceramics, that is, simple three- or four-point bending of a strip of material of rectangular cross section (see ...
Universal testing machines outfitted with bend fixtures are used in calculating flexural strength, flexural modulus, yield point, and more. This article will explore the requisite equipment for ...
President, Wyoming Test Fixtures Inc. One of the recurring themes in this column over the past few years has been the development of new test methods for sandwich composites. This is primarily a ...