In AeroNordic we typically apply the flatwise tensile test method to determine the out-of-plane tensile strength of:
– Sandwich core materials
– Different types of laminates
– Structurally adhesively bonded assemblies.
Flatwise Tensile Strength Testing, what to be aware off?
The test method itself is simple to execute. Special attention, however, most be given to the production of the test specimens, especially during the bonding of the load blocks to the material samples.
In accordance with the standard, AeroNordic offer the method with two different load introduction blocks, 1″x1″ and 2″x2″.
AeroNordic operates only with double hinge-fixtures decoupling moments in two axis.
