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At L= 0.1 mm, F=1.00 kN
kPa
d
F
77 . 35367
0065 . 0
1 4 4
2 2
To calculate the engineering strain, :-
0025 . 0
40
1 . 0
mm
mm
L
L
L
L L
O O
O U
To calculate Modulus of Elastisity, E :-
= 14147.11MPa
DISCUSSION
There are many ways to improve mechanical properties for concrete to transmit better tensile
force such as adding metal reinforcing bars. This makes the concrete stronger so the structure
doesnt fall. Polypropylene fiber also can improve durability and cracking level of concreate.
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Glass fiber also helps transmit better tensile force. Another example is adding plastic fiber it
is cheaper alternative to transmit tensile force.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the concept of tensile test is now very understood after the experiment was
conducted.
The stress strain relationship of the two materials was interesting as shown in the graph, and
from the data that we collected from the experiment we were able to determine the value of
the elongation of fracture, the tensile strength, yield strength and modulus of elasticity for
both materials and according to the results, Copper seems to be more ductile than brass.
I think tensile test is a very important test in manufacturing process, because it helps the
manufacturer to choose the suitable material for a specific design, and this lap helped us to
have a clear understanding of strain-stress and ductile concepts.
REFERENCES
1. Laboratory Manual Mechanics of Materials Lab 2012.
2. Mechanics of Materials Global Edition.2012.6
th
edition.Singapore.McGraw-Hill
3. Tension of a concrete
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Why_is_concrete_weak_in_tension#slide=5