Among the first decisions to be made when initiating a composites testing program is the selection of test methods to follow. Unless performing highly customized testing, it’s usually not difficult to ...

Fig. 1. Standard method used for displaying fatigue test results. 1a (right) shows standard fatigue testing terminology, and 1b. (left) depicts an S-N diagram. Photo Credit: Dan Adams Fatigue testing ...

insights from industryStephan Botzki & Ian McEnteggartSenior Applications Engineer - Composites Market ManagerInstron In this interview, industry experts Stephan Botzki and Ian McEnteggart, senior ...

Many composite structures are assembled with mechanically fastened (“bolted”) joints. Structural analysis of these attachments requires a linked set of design properties that are generated by D30 test ...

There is no doubt that the developments in materials science over the past 20 years have opened up vast, opportunities for industry. The introduction of novel materials has allowed industry to enhance ...

The innovative device and accompanying test method provides a solution for screening a wide selection of materials, highlighting those most suitable for detailed material testing using conventional ...

GE Aviation is ready to launch next year its first jet engine containing advanced ceramic matrix composites — that are lighter, more durable and can withstand hotter temperatures than the metal parts ...