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The effect of washing on textile elasticity
Requirement
Durham University is a world top 100 institution and the first ever to establish overseas campuses.
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Helical torsion spring torque testing
Requirement
Spring-loaded components are used extensively in home and consumer goods: clothes pegs, clips and old-fashioned mousetraps; small doors and flaps on cameras or hi-fi equipment; large doors and closures such as those on garages or g
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Luer and small-bore connector torque testing
Requirement
International standards relevant to small-bore connectors for liquids and gasses in healthcare applications focus on their ease of use and resistance to leakage or mishandling.
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Testing ventilator and breathing assistance apparatus components
Requirement
A ventilator (respirator) provides ‘mechanical ventilation’ by moving breathable air into and out of the lungs of patients unable to breathe sufficiently well unaided.
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About Mecmesin
Mecmesin - Solutions for results you can trust
Since 1977 Mecmesin has been designing reliable force, materials and torque testing solutions for qu
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Top-Load
Top-load testing (also known as 'column-crush' and 'axial force resistance') is performed mainly on blow moulded, thermoformed or injection moulded plastic containers.
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Magnets and solenoids
Solenoids, a type of electromagnet generating a uniform magnetic field when an electric current is passed through it, have applications in many different types of industries.
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Case studies and applications
Real-world applications of compressive strength testing are prevalent in various industries:
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Industry applications
Rotational shear and torque strength tests are used in many sectors, including:
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Doors, windows and shutters
The effective safe performance of doors, windows and shutters requires them to be sturdy yet also easy to operate for users.
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Measuring compressive modulus
Common testing methods
Internationally recognised standards specify how compressive modulus is measured for different material types and applications:
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Key methods in shear stress measurement
There are several approaches to measuring shear stress, with rotational shear testing and torsion-based techniques among the most widely used.
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Testing applications
Gymnastic equipment safety
Gymnastic rings, beams, and mats are tested to ensure they absorb impacts without losing integrity or rebound performance.
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Troubleshooting and best practices
Secure adhesive firmly in the fixture to prevent slippage
Clean substrates between tests to remove residue
Maintain consistent loop dimensions using fixture guides
Control temperature and humidity to match the test s
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Secant modulus compared to other moduli
Different moduli are used to describe the stiffness of materials, each calculated at different points on the stress-strain curve:
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Construction materials
The manufacturing of building materials for construction is an established industry in many countries.
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VectorPro's key features
Design
Intuitive icon-driven interface and workspace
Advanced 'drag and drop' test routine builder
Personalised u
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Key standards in compressive deformation testing
Compliance with recognised standards ensures that results are accurate, repeatable, and accepted by regulatory bodies. Examples include:
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VectorPro® materials testing software
Designed and developed by Mecmesin specifically for our OmniTest and MultiTest-dV range of materials testers.
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Interpreting results and ensuring accuracy
Accurate results rely on correct setup and consistent procedures:
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Featured case studies
Rubber sealing components - ISO 37 testing of an optimised compound achieved a 12 percent increase in strai
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Introduction to puncture resistance testing
Puncture resistance testing determines how well a material can withstand penetration from a sharp or pointed object.
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Shear modulus equation
Shear modulus (G) and Young’s modulus (E) are both measures of a material’s stiffness - but under different types of loading.
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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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Why choose Mecmesin for running torque testing
With over 40 years of experience in precision torque measurement, Mecmesin designs and builds systems to meet the demanding requirements of engineers and quality professionals worldwide.