Although standardized test methods for fiber-reinforced composites are used for a wide variety of fiber forms, most of these test methods were developed with a focus on composites with continuous ...

Non-destructive testing (NDT) methods include a wide range of analytical techniques that can evaluate various kinds of materials, elements, welds, systems, etc., without rendering any damage or harm ...

The new approach is said to determine whether materials are biodegradable, and whether their fragments could harm plants or ...

NATICK, Mass. -- When it comes to protecting the nation's Soldiers, researchers at the Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center, or NSRDEC, are willing to go to extremes. NSRDEC ...

When first introduced to mechanical testing of composite materials, one can be confused, even overwhelmed, by the number of available test standards. One reason for this large variety of tests is the ...