Universal Mechanical Testing Machine

Various tests of universal mechanical testing machines

Tensile test: This is one of the most common tests, used to determine the maximum tensile strength of a material when subjected to tensile force, as well as the elongation of the material before it breaks. For instance, when testing metal wires, through tensile testing, one can clearly understand the entire process from elastic deformation to plastic deformation and finally to fracture under gradually increasing tensile force, and obtain key strength and deformation data. ​
Compression test: It mainly measures the performance of materials under pressure, that is, how much pressure a material can withstand without deformation or cracking. For materials such as concrete and bricks used in construction, the results of compression tests are directly related to the structural safety of buildings. Through tests, the maximum pressure load that the materials can withstand in actual use can be determined. ​
Bending test: It assesses the bending resistance of materials and is commonly used for plastics, composite materials, and building materials, etc. Take plastic pipes as an example. Bending tests can determine their performance under different bending degrees, such as whether cracking or breaking will occur. This is crucial for ensuring the reliability of the pipes in actual installation and use. ​
Shear test: It is used to detect the response of a material when subjected to a force that causes the layers of the material to slide against each other. For instance, when testing rivets, bolts and other connecting parts, shear tests can determine their ultimate load-bearing capacity under shear force, ensuring that these connecting parts will not fail due to shear force in engineering structures.

In the automotive industry, during the manufacturing process of automotive parts, from key components of the engine, such as crankshafts and connecting rods, to body structural parts, such as doors and frames, all require the use of universal mechanical testing machine for strict mechanical property tests. Through testing, it is ensured that the components can withstand various complex mechanical loads during vehicle operation, guaranteeing the safety and reliability of the vehicle. ​
In the aerospace field: For aerospace materials such as aircraft engine blades and aircraft fuselage frames, their performance is directly related to flight safety. The universal mechanical testing machine can be used to test the mechanical properties of these materials under extreme conditions such as high temperature, high pressure and high stress, ensuring that the materials can meet the strict requirements of the aerospace field for high strength and lightweight materials. ​
The 3D printing industry: With the wide application of 3D printing technology, the research on the performance of printing materials has become particularly important. The universal mechanical testing machine can be used to test the tensile strength, bending strength and other mechanical properties of 3D printed products, helping to optimize printing parameters and material formulas, and improve the quality and performance of 3D printed products.