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Precision Equipment for Micro Tensile Specimen Fabrication and Testing
Our hardware platform enables high-precision micro tensile specimen fabrication and testing directly within the customer’s laboratory or development environment.
The system combines:
- precision specimen fabrication
- integrated polishing
- optical metrology
- dedicated gripping systems
- process automation
- evaluation software
The technology is based on a scientifically validated methodology published in ASTM International - Journal of Testing and Evaluation.
Fabrication Platform
The core of the system is the combination of grinding and polishing within one continuous, controlled process without specimen repositioning during machining.
This approach minimizes mechanical and thermal influence on the material while ensuring high geometrical precision and reproducibility. The process is based on established metallographic preparation principles adapted to micro tensile specimen dimensions.
The fabrication process is automated and software controlled.
Main System Components
Linear Specimen Holder
High-precision linear guidance and synchronized specimen rotation support symmetrical specimen fabrication.
Grinding Spindle
A high-precision grinding spindle enables stable and reproducible machining conditions.
Liquid Cooling System
Continuous cooling minimizes thermal influence during machining.
Wheel Dressing System
The dressing unit defines the contour of the grinding wheel and therefore the final rotationally symmetric specimen geometry.
Polishing Unit
The polishing module enables final surface preparation without removing the specimen from the setup.
Optical Measurement Unit
Optical metrology enables dimensional verification and process control.
Grippers & Transfer Systems
Specialized systems ensure safe handling and reproducible alignment during transfer and testing.
Evaluation Software
Software supports process control, measurement workflow, documentation and data evaluation.
Key Technical Advantages
combined grinding and polishing process
no specimen repositioning during fabrication
low mechanical and thermal influence on the material
automated and software-controlled workflow
high reproducibility and process stability
flexible adaptation to different materials and rotationally symmetric specimen geometries
compatible with various grinding and polishing media
optimized for micro-mechanical testing applications
Awards / Recognition
OÖ Handwerkspreis 2017
2nd Place – Technology & Design
Micro Tensile Specimen Manufacturing System
Scientific Publication
Journal of Testing and Evaluation, 2013
Development of a New Testing Procedure for Performing Tensile Tests on Specimens with Sub-MillimetreDimensions
Rathmayr, G. B., Bachmaier, A. & Pippan, R.
Vol. 41, No. 4, pp. 635–646