Apparatus for supporting a test specimen for compression testing

Details Apparatus for supporting a test specimen for compression testing Apparatus for supporting a test specimen for compression testing

1992-08-14

1994-03-29

Myracle, Jerry W.

Measuring and testing

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

Specimen clamp, holder, or support

73818, G01N 304

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052974413

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for stabilizing a test specimen in a compression/tension testing machine. The apparatus supports the test piece along its lengthwise edge or edges to prevent unwanted Euler buckling, however in a manner so as not to prevent sublaminate buckling. In one embodiment the apparatus supports the test piece along both of its lengthwise edges while engaged between the grips of the test machine. In a second embodiment, the apparatus supports the test piece along only one of its lengthwise edges. In a third embodiment, the apparatus includes grip plates which are mounted to the test machine and which engage a portion of the test specimen while the remainder of the specimen is supported along its lengthwise edges by stabilizer plates.

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