A shear test method for composite materials, typically termed Double-Notch Shear, has been in existence for many years and is still used, but not without controversy. It is defined by ASTM ...

As in all other ASTM notch sensitivity tests for composite laminates and sandwich composites, a specimen width-to-hole diameter ratio of 6:1 is used. This ratio has been widely accepted in the ...

Prior to the availability of this new standard, such manufacturers needed to comply with the Standard Specification for Polyolefin Pipe and Fittings for Corrosive Waste Drainage Systems (ASTM F1412). ...

Zwick robotic testing system 'roboTest R' with pendulum impact tester and integrated notch milling unit for impact tests on plastics according to standards like (ASTM D 256, ISO 179, ISO 3167, ASTM D ...