MTS Fatigue Template - Manual (Page 104)

11.1.0 Set Up the Test
11.1.1.0 ASTM Trapezoidal Strain Elevated Temperature Template
The ASTM Trapezoidal Strain Elevated Temperature template is based on a low-cycle fatigue (LCF)
strain-controlled test with a trapezoidal waveform and elevated temperature.
11.1.2.0 ASTM Low-Cycle Fatigue (LCF) Strain Template
The Low-Cycle Strain template applies a small number of high-amplitude cyclic forces to the specimen to
determine the maximum load or fatigue life of a material. A variation of the template performs the test at an
elevated temperature. Both templates are designed to be in compliance with ASTM standard E606-04 and
D3479-07.
After a test run and a specimen geometry are added, a window provides access to all test parameters and
test operation steps. The buttons enable you to perform the steps to run a low-cycle fatigue test. The general
order of the buttons is left to right, from the top row to the bottom row.
As the test runs, you can stop the test to change test parameters. After the test is complete, the data can be
analyzed.
The main features of the low-cycle fatigue template include:
• Buttons enable you to:
• Set up all test parameters
• Verify and reattach the extensometer
• Measure the modulus
• Run the test
• Create a report
• End the test
• Comprehensive monitor views help you monitor test progress.
• Tabular and graphical displays help you review test results.
• Analysis definitions provide analysis results.
• Reports can be generated after the analysis is defined.
11.1.3.0 Set Up a Test
To create and run a new test:
1. Create a new test from a template.
a) Click File > New > Test from Template.
b) In the Create from Existing Test window, select a test.
c) Click OK.
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11.0 ASTM Trapezoidal Strain Elevated Temperature Template