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Mechanical Tests
Tensile Test- needed for plug
How to test it
Probably not needed since the push rod will be under constant compression
Flexural Test
three-point and four-point bend testing according to ISO 14,125, ISO 178, ASTM D 790, and ASTM D 6272
parameters for this test are the support span, the speed of the loading, and the maximum deflection for the test
Impact Test
Compression Test
End loading
Sheer loading
ASTM D 695, ASTM D 3410, and ISO 14,126.
information on elastic limit, proportional limit, yield point, yield strength, and compressive strength
Different pipe materials
Strength at high temperatures (Summer)
Fatigue Failure?
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