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Dynamic Tri-axial Compression Experiments

Dynamic Tri-axial Compression Experiments
The experimental setup modifies a Kolsky bar by adding pressure chambers to axially and radially confine specimens before and during impact. As a result, the effect of strain rate and confinement pressure upon the material response may be determined.
The experimental setup modifies a Kolsky bar by adding pressure chambers to axially and radially confine specimens before and during impact. As a result, the effect of strain rate and confinement pressure upon the material response may be determined.
 
Sponsor(s): TARDEC (DoD)
Faculty Investigator: Dr. Wayne Chen
Graduate Student: John Black