1.5. Equipment

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary equipment used in the compressive strength test?

   Hint

   This machine helps apply load until the specimen fails.

2. 2.

   Name one piece of equipment used in the Flexural Strength Test.

   Hint

   This machine can be a modified version of another common testing device.

3. 3.

   What machine is used for the compressive strength test?

   • Flexural Testing Machine
   • Compression Testing Machine
   • Universal Testing Machine

   Hint

   Remember, this machine crushes the concrete specimens.

4. 4.

   True or False: A Flexural Testing Machine can only test concrete beams.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what adaptations might be possible for testing.

5. 5.

   Design an experimental setup for testing both compressive and tensile strength of concrete. What equipment would you use, and why?

   Hint

   Think about how each type of load will be applied to the concrete.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the impact of incorrect specimen sizing on test results. How might it affect compressive strength measurements?

   Hint

   Consider how the standard dimensions affect stress distribution.