A Review of the Techniques Available for Obtaining the Mechanical Properties of Materials at High Rates of Strain

Field, J. E.Proud, W. G.Walley, S. M.2010-04-082010-04-082004http://hdl.handle.net/2003/27052http://dx.doi.org/10.17877/DE290R-12986endeformationdynamicstrength620670A Review of the Techniques Available for Obtaining the Mechanical Properties of Materials at High Rates of StrainA variety of techniques used to obtain the mechanical properties of materials at high rates of strain (>= 10 s^(-1)) are discussed. These include dropweight machines, split Hopkinson pressure bars (SHPBs), Taylor impact, and shockloading by plate impact. Their limitations as well as their advantages are outlined.Text