Work Item
ASTM WK75647
New Test Method for Standard Test Method for Measurement of Fatigue Crack Growth Rates in Plastics
1. Scope
The scope of the Committee shall be the development of standardized nomenclature and definitions of terms, test methods, recommended practices, guides, specifications and performance standards for medical and surgical materials and devices. The Committee will encourage research in this field and sponsor symposia, workshops and publications to facilitate the development of such standards. The Committee will promote liaison with other ASTM Committees and other organizations with mutual interests.
Keywords
fatigue crack propagation; UHMWPE; plastics; PEEK; Paris regime
Rationale
This test method will be useful for manufacturers of load-bearing polymeric implants that may be subjected to loads that could result in crack generation. It will be used for material development and regulatory submissions. End users will include consolidators, medical device manufacturers, testing laboratories, and regulatory bodies.
The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.
Work Item Status
Date Initiated: 01-29-2021
Technical Contact: Stephen Spiegelberg
Item: 001
Ballot: F04.15 (21-02)
Status: Will Reballot Item