4.6 - Equipment
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Practice Questions
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What is a Compression Testing Machine used for?
💡 Hint: Think about the type of forces the machine applies.
Which testing machine would you use for flexural strength?
💡 Hint: Consider which machine applies loads that cause bending.
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What is the primary purpose of a Compression Testing Machine?
💡 Hint: Remember what pressure application is called in engineering.
True or False: The Flexural Testing Machine is used for tensile testing.
💡 Hint: Focus on the type of stress being measured.
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You have a concrete cylinder with a bonded steel bar. You're tasked to determine the bond strength. Describe your method using the UTM, and what adjustments you might need based on bar diameter.
💡 Hint: Consider how the dimensions affect the calculations in bond strength.
Design a scenario where improper equipment calibration could lead to critical failures in test results. Describe the potential consequences.
💡 Hint: Think about real-life applications in construction and the importance of accuracy.
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