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A Millimeter Scale Flexural Testing System for Measuring the Mechanical Properties of Marine Sponge Spicules
 

A Millimeter Scale Flexural Testing System for Measuring the Mechanical Properties of Marine Sponge Spicules

Article DOI: 10.3791/56571
October 11th, 2017

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Summary October 11th, 2017

We present a protocol for performing three-point bending tests on sub-millimeter scale fibers using a custom-built mechanical testing device. The device can measure forces ranging from 20 µN up to 10 N and can therefore accommodate a variety of fiber sizes.

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