Experimental mechanics is the science of measuring and analyzing the mechanical properties of materials and structures. It is used to determine the strength, stiffness, and durability of materials, and to investigate the effects of mechanical and environmental factors on the performance of materials and structures. Experimental mechanics is a vital tool in the development and testing of new materials and structures, and in the diagnosis and mitigation of problems in existing materials and structures.
Experimental mechanics is typically divided into three main areas:
• Static testing, which measures the mechanical properties of materials and structures under static (i.e., non-dynamic) loads;
• Dynamic testing, which measures the mechanical properties of materials and structures under dynamic loads; and
• Environmental testing, which measures the effects of environmental factors on the mechanical properties of materials and structures.
Other related questions:
Q: What are the application areas of experimental mechanics?
A: Experimental mechanics is a branch of applied mechanics that deals with the behavior of physical systems that are subjected to dynamic or static loading. It is concerned with the measurement and analysis of the response of these systems to these loads, and the interpretation of the results in terms of the underlying physics.
Experimental mechanics is used in a variety of fields, including aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, and materials science. It has also been increasingly used in the biomedical field, as the need for improved understanding of the mechanical behavior of the human body has become more apparent.
Some specific areas where experimental mechanics is used include the study of:
– the dynamic behavior of materials, such as the response of metals to impact loading
– the response of structures to dynamic loads, such as the vibration of bridges
– the fatigue behavior of materials, such as the study of cracks in airplane wings
– the biomechanics of the human body, such as the study of joint replacement surgery
Q: Is experimental mechanics a good journal?
A: Experimental mechanics is a highly respected journal in the field of mechanics, and has been consistently ranked among the top journals in the field by the Institute for Scientific Information.
Q: What are experimental techniques?
A: There are many different experimental techniques that scientists use to learn about the world around them. Some common techniques include observations, experiments, and measurements.