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What is Erichsen Test Equipment?

By Trevor Henderson | Mar 4, 2023

Erichsen test equipment is a valuable tool for evaluating the ductility, formability, and strength of sheet metal and other materials.

image depicting Erichsen test equipment on a modern laboratory bench. It shows the typical setup with the hemispherical punch and die, along with samples of sheet metal and measuring tools, set in a clean, professional lab environment.

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Testing: Standards for Quality, Safety, and Innovation in the Automotive Industry

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 7, 2023

The automotive industry relies heavily on standards to ensure the quality, safety, and performance of vehicles and their components. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) is a global professional organization that plays a crucial role in developing these...

mage depicting automobile testing in a modern laboratory setting. The scene captures a car on a test rig, surrounded by advanced testing equipment and technicians, illustrating the precision and technology involved in automotive testing.

Can the Shape of Crystals Change Laser Designs?

By Editorial Team | Feb 7, 2023

Crystals are used to create light into energy for lasers

The scanning-electron image of a Potassium

ASME Standards Testing

By Editorial Team | Feb 5, 2023

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) is a nonprofit organization developing voluntary standards intended to facilitate collaboration, enrich careers, allow knowledge sharing, and develop skills throughout the engineering community and all engineering...

NASM Aerospace Fastener Laboratory Testing

By Editorial Team | Feb 3, 2023

The National Aerospace Standards (NAS) are a comprehensive set of industry standards developed and maintained by the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) of America. NAS standards encompass a wide range of aerospace components and systems, including fasteners,...