Composite Testing

Owned by Devon Copeland
Last updated: Aug 31, 2016

Task:

Steps: 

  1. Research different joint's and methods of fastening both composite to composite and composite to metal. 
  2. Design and build a series of test jigs to test different types of joints
  3. Develop a test plan for evaluating different types of composite joinery
  4. Create samples of each joint and record their strengths 

Joints of interest: 

Joint

Image

Properties of interest
T Joint

  • Bending perpendicular fo seam
  • Bending parallel to seam
Pin and grommet

  • Tensile - what is the method of failure?
    • Tear out?
    • Pin Shear?
    • Tensile rupture?
Hole: force perpendicular so surface of composite

  • How much does the strength differ if you add a:
    • Washer?
    • Grommet?
    • Sheet metal plate behind?
Add more joints if you think of any  

 

Some resources for getting started: 

People:

For any questions about MSXI steering, contact Devon Copeland. 

Members working on this project: 

Jig Design: 

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Test Plan:

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Test Results:

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