SEDL / STP / STP877-EB / STP32892S

A Computer-Interactive System for Elastic-Plastic Fracture Toughness Testing

Saario, T
Research officers, Metals Laboratory, Technical Research Center of Finland, Espoo,

Wallin, K
Research officers, Metals Laboratory, Technical Research Center of Finland, Espoo,

Saarelma, H
Research officers, Metals Laboratory, Technical Research Center of Finland, Espoo,

Valkonen, A
Research officer, Academy of Finland, Espoo,

Törrönen, K
Head, Materials Technology Section, Metals Laboratory, Technical Research Center of Finland, Espoo,

Pages: 9    Published: Jan 1985

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Abstract

A computer-interactive fracture toughness testing system is described. The system reliability is shown to meet the requirements of the proposed standard test procedure. Exemplary test results for compact testing, round compact testing, and three-point bend specimen geometries are presented. Based on the experiences gained, some minor additions are proposed to the standard test procedure.