The R-TECH Materials composites laboratory has become a recognised leader in the mechanical testing of composites. Our technical team have developed the techniques required in cutting, sample preparation and testing to ensure accurate and reliable results in partnership with the wider composites community.
The esotropic and heterogeneous nature of composite materials means that an in-depth understanding of their mechanical properties is very important. However, these characteristic and the distinctly different materials that make up the reinforcement and matrix in a polymer matrix composite also present unique challenges when conducting mechanical testing.