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

Article DOI: 10.3791/56571-v • 11:25 min • October 11th, 2017
October 11th, 2017 •
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1School of Engineering, Brown University

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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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Millimeter Scale Flexural Testing System Mechanical Properties Marine Sponge Spicules Flexural Behavior Fibers Diameter 10-100 Micrometers Biological Structures Strength Properties Stiffness Properties Advantage Technique Materials Sizes Elastic Properties Loading-bearing Biological Structures Plant Stems Feather Rachises Load Point Cantilever Socket Head Cap Screws Load Point Tip Cantilever Plate Alignment Pins Fiber Optic Displacement Sensor
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