The experimental set-up enables fundamental experimentation in the mechanics of deformation. Flat rods can be permanently deformed by means of a simple bending device. The necessary deformation work, e.g. to produce a 90° angle, is recorded in the experiment using a force measurement system. A range of different materials and bend radii can be investigated using this experiment. The experiments should be conducted in a workshop environment, as the bending device has to be clamped into a vice. A suitable force measuring device and a wide range of specimens are supplied. The well-structured instructional material sets out the fundamentals and provides a step-by-step guide through the experiments.
Learning Objectives / Experiments
- Deformation experiments on flat sections - Measurement of the deformation force * influence of bend radius, bend angle, material
Features
* Permanent deformation of flat bars1 * Measurement of deformation forces
Specification
[1] Experimental set-up for deformation experiments on flat sections [2] Bending device for insertion in a vice [3] Device to measure the deformation forces [4] Rotatable moulding to allow for 4 different bend radii [5] Deformation forces on the lever up to 200N
Technical Data
Bending device - lever length: 500mm Bend specimens - cross-section: 10x6mm - material: steel, copper, brass, aluminium Force measuring device: 200N Bend radii: R1, R2, R4, R8
Dimensions and Weight
l x w x h: 640x120x100mm Weight: approx. 10kg
Scope of Delivery
1 bending device with lever and moulding 1 force measuring device 1 set of specimens 1 set of instructional material
