Tensile structures use strong fabric or cables under tension to support large interior spaces without intrusive support beams. They can be used for permanent or temporary structures, from stadiums to tents, and can be made from various materials. The structure’s shape is determined by mathematical principles, and it must remain in constant equilibrium with gravity. […]
Tensile stress is when a material is stretched, causing deformation. Test equipment can measure stress and generate a stress-strain curve to determine maximum allowable stress before failure. The ultimate strength varies depending on the material’s elasticity, with soft materials experiencing significant deformation before failure and hard materials having little or no deformation. Tensile stress occurs […]
Tensile testing measures a material’s strength by applying force until it changes shape or breaks. It provides information on elongation, yield point, and ultimate strength. Tensile strength is measured in Pascals or kilo pounds per square inch. Modern machines are highly accurate and universal testing machines can perform multiple stress tests. Tensile testing is important […]
UTS measures a material’s maximum resistance to breaking through stress testing. It is used for quality control and determining load carrying capacity in engineering processes. The breaking load is calculated by dividing the load at breaking point by the original area. Tensile strength is not always representative of maximum stress a material can withstand. Ultimate […]
