Materials Testing

Composite material testing: How do I know if my measured composite properties are correct, or even reasonable?

CW columnist Dan Adams explores methods for determining correctness of measured mechanical properties for fiber-reinforced composites.

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Starrett vision system offers versatility for high-volume inspection

The new 3-axis vision system allows is well suited for both repetitive, larger part-run applications and routine quality assurance.

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Luna expands its product portfolio for automotive and aerospace

Luna Innovations acquires Micron Optics, provider of optical components and laser-based measurement solutions, broadening its product offerings for automotive and aerospace.

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CAMX 2018: Exhibit previews

If you are headed to CAMX 2018 Oct. 15-18 in Dallas, TX, you can catch a glimpse of some of the products and technologies you are likely to find on the exhibit hall floor. 

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CAMX 2018 preview: Westmoreland Mechanical

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research (Youngstown, PA, US) is emphasizing its non-metallic and composite materials testing capabilities.

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Glass transition temperature testing of composites

The glass transition temperature of polymer matrix composites (PMCs) is determined by a series of tests at increasing temperatures.

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CAMX 2018 preview: Stat Peel

Stat Peel Inc. (Sandy, Utah, US; Glarus, Switzerland) is exhibiting its nanofiber detection system, the Identifier C1.

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CAMX 2018 preview: General Photonics

General Photonics (Chino, CA, US) is introducing the OTS-1000 optical transmission scanner for nondestructive testing.

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Sustainability

CAMX 2018 preview: Composite Development Centre of Québec

The Composite Development Centre of Québec (CDCQ, Québec, ON, Canada) is featuring its services, designed to help businesses and organizations that are part of the composites value chain with applied research services, technical assistance and information activities, improving the quality and performance their products.

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CAMX 2018 preview: Zwick

Zwick USA is displaying a variety of tooling, grips and fixtures designed to accommodate tests such as the interlaminar shear strength fixture and more.

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