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Applications and specimen types
Torque testing is used across a broad range of packaging designs, including:
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Importance of shear testing in the food industry
Texture plays a decisive role in consumer perception of food quality.
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FAQs about shear modulus
How is shear modulus tested?
Shear modulus is measured through torsion testing or shear testing fixtures applied to solid or bonded samples.
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How is torque testing in packaging performed?
Torque testing can be carried out using manual or automated methods, depending on production volume, precision requirements
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Applications across industries
Tensile strength testing is essential in product development, quality control, and certification across multiple sectors:
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Applications of the peel wheel test
The peel wheel test is relevant to industries where adhesion performance is critical to product function, safety, or durability.
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Understanding shear testing in tension
Shear testing in tension is a mechanical method used to measure the resistance of a material or bonded joint to forces acting parallel to the bonding surface.
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Introduction to T-peel testing
T-peel testing is a specialised method for determining the adhesive bond strength between two flexible materials joined together.
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Industry-specific testing solutions
Strain at maximum stress testing is relevant wherever materials are expected to endure high loads without unacceptable deformation.
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Types of calculations handled
Mecmesin’s VectorPro software supports a wide range of test calculations, automatically derived from mechanical testing data:
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Benefits and limitations of compressive shear testing
Advantages
High precision - accurate measurement of shear strength under controlled compression
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Destructive and non-destructive methods
Testing may be performed destructively or non-destructively depending on the objectives.
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Applications of running torque testing
Running torque testing is used across a wide range of industries and products, including:
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Calculating secant modulus
Accurate calculation requires stress-strain data, typically obtained from tensile, compressive, or
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The process of tension testing
Tension testing follows a defined process to ensure accuracy and repeatability:
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Mecmesin’s breakaway torque testing equipment
Mecmesin offers a full suite of equipment to meet the torque testing needs of both R&D labs and production environments, from manual testers to f
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What is double lap shear testing?
Double lap shear testing is a mechanical method used to measure the shear strength of adhesive bonds.
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Types of compressive shear tests
Test configurations vary according to the material, application, and relevant industry standard.
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The 3-Point Bend test goes to Summer School
Both Dr. Cote and Grubbs agree that one of the highlights of their year is the Materials Science summer course for high school students, where they had students design their own candy composites.
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Comparisons with elastic modulus
The elastic modulus measures stiffness only within the initial linear elastic range, where deformation is fully recoverable.
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Introduction to chord modulus
Chord modulus is a key parameter in material testing, providing engineers and quality control teams with a precise measure of a material’s stiffness under defined loading conditions.
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Key standards for double rip tongue tear testing
ASTM D751-06 for coated fabrics
ASTM D751-06 defines test methods for coated fabrics, including the d
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Introduction to flat crush test
The flat crush test (FCT) is a recognised method for measuring the resistance of corrugated fibreboard to a compressive load applied perpendicularly to its surface.