CRC Press - Miniaturized Testing of Engineering Materials

Explore the essential methods of characterizing mechanical properties in the micro-scale regime with this professional text from CRC Press. Part of the Advanced Materials Science and Technology series, this book provides a detailed overview of testing procedures using specimen sizes ranging from 0.3 to 5.0 mm. Readers will gain a clear understanding of the complex issues involved in miniature specimen testing. The text covers critical topics such as correlation methodologies for transferring data between different specimen sizes and the use of numerical simulation and analysis for data inversion. It also examines practical applications, including the use of scooped out samples and in-situ testing on actual structures. This resource is designed to help professionals and researchers navigate the transition to micro-scale testing by presenting a concise discussion on developing a common code of practice. Whether you are working in civil engineering mechanics or advanced materials science, this book offers the technical foundation needed to master miniaturized testing methodologies.