ASTM E606
Full Name
ASTM E606 – Standard Test Method for Strain-Controlled Fatigue Testing
Scope
ASTM E606 provides standardized procedures for determining the fatigue properties of materials through strain-controlled cyclic loading. This standard is crucial for understanding the behavior of materials under repeated stress and strain, which is essential for designing components with extended service life.
Key aspects of ASTM E606 include:
- Specimen preparation: guidelines for preparing cylindrical test specimens with defined dimensions.
- Test equipment: requirements for testing machines capable of precise strain control.
- Test procedure: step-by-step instructions for applying cyclic strains and monitoring specimen response.
- Data analysis: methods for determining fatigue life, fatigue strength, and strain-life relationships.
By following ASTM E606, engineers and researchers can accurately assess the fatigue performance of materials and make informed decisions in product development and design.
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Keywords
strain-controlled fatigue testing; fatigue properties; cyclic loading; specimen preparation; test equipment; strain control; data analysis; fatigue life; fatigue strength; strain-life relationship