reports in applied measurement
reports in applied measurement is an in-depth journal on measurement technology comprising articles submitted by independent authors.
RAM has a tradition going back to the mid-1960s.
It is edited by Dr. Martin Stockmann from the Institute of Mechanics at the University of Chemnitz, Germany. It is issued twice yearly in English and German exclusively on our website.
Metrological recording of deformation development in ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) in a triaxial test cell
This article shows that by using a "triaxial cell" test rig, it is possible to determine the triaxial strengths for both static and dynamic loadings.
How using thermal images can optimize strain gage positioning for the experimental modal analysis of composite rotors
The described method of optimizing strain gage measuring point positions on propellers was primarily developed to define suitable strain gage positions, for situations where there is no, or only limited, documentation available...
Implementing an innovative renovation concept by using force and deformation measurement technology
The original, historic load transfer for the cupola was no longer effective and instead the load was redistributed to the ceilings and joists of the floors below, resulting in these areas becoming overloaded. The plan that...
Experimental stress analysis on the emergency power diesel engine of a nuclear power station
Nuclear power stations usually rely on diesel generator sets for emergency power because they are highly reliable following many years of development as ship propulsion units. As emergency generator sets, they must be ready for...
Fortis Saxonia – experimental stress analysis when driving
Environmental pressure, with increasingly scarce energy and raw materials, is proving a strong driver for finding innovative solutions. For automobile manufacture, this means aspiring to lightweight construction vehicles with...
Analysis of the properties of strain gage measuring points on wood
Introduction
Strain measurements on wood materials using directly applied electrical strain gages (SG) have been successfully carried out at various research facilities in the past. Basic observations and application examples...
On-site stress tests of lining segments for Barcelona's underground tunnel
Construction of the new L9 underground line, currently being built in Barcelona, that comprises a single tunnel with two transport levels demanded load tests on the lining segments. The decision to undertake on-site testing was...
Metrological testing of the performance setting on a cross trainer ergometer
Cross trainers are a very popular type of fitness equipment, with advantages over other conventional machines. Many cross trainers are designed as ergometers, to allow a customized program to be set for the individual...
Numerical simulation of strain gages
This article describes how to apply numerical methods to determine the properties of the strain gages and then, by specifically modifying the material and geometric properties, to change the strain gages so that they meet certain...
