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What are the methods of analyzing the results of a fatigue tester?

What are the methods of analyzing the results of a fatigue tester?

Fatigue tester result analysis methods can vary depending on the specific research objectives and testing needs. The following are a few common methods of analyzing fatigue test results:


1. S-N curve (Wöhler curve): The S-N curve is a commonly used fatigue result analysis method, which describes the cycle life of a material at a certain stress level. s stands for Stress and N stands for Number of cycles. By plotting the cycle life at different stress levels, the fatigue strength and life characteristics of a material can be evaluated.


1. Fatigue limit and fatigue life: Fatigue limit is the highest stress at which a material cannot withstand cyclic loading and damage occurs at a specific stress level. Fatigue life is the number of times or the life of a material that is damaged after a certain number of cycles of loading at a specific stress level. By measuring fatigue limit and fatigue life, it is possible to assess the reliability and durability of a material in long-term use.


1. Fatigue Crack Expansion: In some cases, the purpose of fatigue testing is to evaluate the behavior of a material in terms of crack expansion under cyclic loading. By observing and measuring parameters such as crack extension rate, extension path and crack length, the crack extension behavior and fatigue fracture characteristics of a material can be understood.


1. Fatigue life curves: In addition to S-N curves, other types of fatigue life curves can be produced, such as Time-Life Curve or Strain-Life Curve. These curves describe the fatigue life characteristics of the material under different time, strain or other parameters, and can be used to further analyze and compare the fatigue performance of the material.


1. Statistical analysis: For a large amount of fatigue test data, statistical methods can be applied to analyze. For example, statistical indicators such as average life, standard deviation, and reliability can be calculated to assess the fatigue performance and reliability of the material.


It should be noted that the choice of methods for analyzing fatigue test results depends on the purpose of the test, material properties and research requirements. Applicable test standards and industry codes should also be consulted to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the result analysis.


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