Joint simulator testing machine

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2007-10-23

2007-10-23

Lefkowitz, Edward (Department: 2855)

Measuring and testing

Specimen stress or strain, or testing by stress or strain...

By loading of specimen

Reexamination Certificate

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11504240

ABSTRACT:
A testing apparatus for a joint includes a support structure for engaging a first part a joint, an adapter for engaging a second part of the joint, a load assembly coupled with the adapter for applying a load onto the adapter and a drive assembly coupled with the adapter. Operation of the drive assembly causes angulation and rotation of the adapter relative to the support structure, which in turn causes angulation and rotation of the first and second parts of the joint relative to one another.

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