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January 19, 2026
Why Precision Matters in Composites Testing
See how meticulous specimen prep and precise strain control drive dependable composite test data.
December 6, 2024
Reducing Variability in High Temperature Materials Testing
Increasing the efficiency of aircraft engines requires not only innovation in materials and design, but also improvement in the quality of testing data.
April 4, 2022
How to Perform a CAI Test More Accurately and Safely
A CAI test (compression after impact test) is critical to assessing the damage resistance of composites according to ASTM D7136 and other industry standards. Here we look at how the latest drop weight impact testing machine technology can help you perform a CAI test more accurately and safely.
November 21, 2014
Helping to Standardize High-Rate Testing of Composites
Helping to Standardize High-Rate Testing of Composites Instron has joined a new international group that is seeking to develop a best practice guide and test standards specifically for testing composites […]
August 21, 2014
Oyster Glue Inspiring Stronger Adhesives
Oyster Glue Inspiring Stronger Adhesives What adhesive is so strong that it sets wet? That’s right: naturally produced oyster glue. Chemist Jonathan Wilker from Purdue University focuses his research on […]
October 17, 2013
Carbon Fiber Hits the Road
Carbon Fiber Hits the Road Leonardo Martinez The Drive for Lightweight Cars By 2016, the US car industry will need to average 34.5 mpg and by 2025, cars will need […]
April 19, 2012
Strain Measurement When Testing Composites
Strain Measurement When Testing Composites When testing composite specimens, effective strain measurement often requires the direct bonding of strain gauges to the specimen. It is generally not possible to connect […]
April 19, 2012
Composites Question from a Customer
Composites Question from a Customer Q: What is the most effective gripping technique for a composite specimen with a hard, smooth surface? A: Generally, we recommend a careful choice of […]
January 6, 2012
Tennis and Composites – What’s the Connection?
Tennis and Composites – What’s the Connection? Can you imagine playing tennis with a heavy wooden racquet? Well, back in the 14th century, when the first tennis racquets were used, […]