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What is the purpose of a Universal Testing Machine (UTM)?
What types of stresses can a UTM exert on a specimen?
What types of tests can a UTM perform?
Can a UTM be modified to fit unique testing needs?
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What is the difference between single-column and double-column UTM machines?
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What type of mechanism is preferred for rigorous experiments in production settings?
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What components make up a UTM?
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What types of stresses can UTM exert on a specimen?
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What types of tests can UTM perform?
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What is the loading capacity range of UTM?
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What type of mechanism is preferred for rigorous experiments in production settings?
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What is the function of the upper grip in UTM?
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What is the function of the press plate in UTM?
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What are the components of UTM's control unit?
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Study Notes
Universal Testing Machine (UTM) - A Versatile Instrument for Material Testing
- UTM is a multi-purpose instrument that can perform various tests on different materials, components, and structures.
- The machine exerts tensile, compressive, or transverse stresses to test the mechanical properties of a given specimen.
- UTM can perform flexural, tension, bend, friction, and spring tests, making it a versatile testing machine.
- The machine can be modified to fit the unique testing needs and requirements of any company.
- UTM comes in single-column and double-column machines, with loading capacity ranging from a few grams to over 100,000 kg.
- Electrically powered column machines are commonly used, while hydraulic mechanisms are preferred for rigorous experiments in production settings.
- Electro-mechanical machines are ideal for research and development settings as their speed and stroke length can be adjusted.
- The loading unit holds the test specimen and exerts the load, while the control unit provides information on load application and test results.
- The upper crosshead is fixed, and the upper grip is used to grip the upper end of the sample.
- The lower grip is used to grip the lower end of the sample, and the lower crosshead moves downward during tensile and peel/adhesive tests.
- The press plate/compression plate is used for compression and bending tests, and the working table holds the compression and bending test fixtures.
- The UTM comes with a grip control system, control processing unit, computer monitor, printer, power switch, emergency stop, and digital controller to ensure accurate test rate maintenance.
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Test Your Knowledge on Universal Testing Machine (UTM) Are you familiar with the Universal Testing Machine (UTM)? This versatile instrument is used to test the mechanical properties of various materials, components, and structures. It can perform an array of tests, from tensile to compressive and transverse stresses, making it a valuable tool in research and production settings. Are you ready to test your knowledge on UTM? In this quiz, you will be presented with questions on UTM's loading capacity,
