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Key concepts – MTS Landmark TWX User Manual

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Key Concepts

Topics:

About This Chapter............................................................................................................................50

Understanding Your MTS Software...................................................................................................50

Understanding MTS File Types.........................................................................................................52

Understanding the Control Loop........................................................................................................55

Understanding Control Channels and Control Modes.......................................................................58

Using Detectors and Actions to Protect Yourself and Your Equipment.............................................58

Using the E-Stop Control...................................................................................................................59

Understanding the Load Train...........................................................................................................59

Positioning the Crosshead to Install the Specimen...........................................................................60

Positioning the Actuator to Install the Specimen...............................................................................61

Optimizing System Response Before Testing...................................................................................61

Understanding and Resolving Error Conditions................................................................................61

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