The Challenge
With increased demand for quality and reliable electronic devices, many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are committed to performing extensive testing to ensure products do not fail within their guaranteed specifications. A 3-point bend test determines the maximum force until break for destructive testing and deflection at the center of the device. While a 4-point bend test determines maximum stress along a larger region of the device to identify potential defects. It is important to accurately measure the force required to break and the deflection of the device or component for research and development purposes, as well as quality control.
