Experiment for investigations into two common curved structures and two common davit structures. Mounts on the Structures platform and connects to the Structures automatic data acquisition unit and software (VDAS® Onboard).
Key Features
• One of a range of experiment modules that teach structures principles.
• Fits to the Structures platform for ergonomic use and space-saving storage
• An interesting application of Castigliano’s theorem of elastic deflfl ection
• Includes four diff erent test structures for multiple experiments in deflfl ection
• Industrial high-resolution indicators for accurate measurements
• Supplied with a storage tray to keep smaller items safe
• Includes Vernier caliper to allow measurement of cross-section
• Works with user-friendly software (VDAS®)
Description
One of a range of experiment modules that fifi t to the Structures platform (STS1, available separately), this product helps students to understand the deflfl ections in curved bars and davits when used as simple structures to support loads. Students fif the lower end of a choice of curved bars and davits to a fifi xing plate. The upper end supports a variable load. Two precision indicators measure the deflfl ection due to the load.
The curved bars do not replicate popular, practical structures but they form a good basis for a fundamental analysis such as Castigliano’s theorem. The two davits are good examples of popular real-life structures.
Students apply the load to the curved bars or davits, measuring the vertical and horizontal deflfl ection. They compare results with the theoretical values found using elastic deflfl ection theory.
This product includes a Vernier caliper for accurate measurements of the cross-section of the curved bars and davits.
The deflflection indicators have their own displays, but they can connect to the USB interface hub of the Structures platform for computer display and data acquisition (VDAS® Onboard).
Standard Features
• Supplied with comprehensive user guide
• Five-year warranty
• Made in accordance with the latest European Union directives
• ISO9001 certififi ed manufacturer
Learning outcomes
• How loads aff ect the vertical and horizontal deflfl ection of:
• a quarter circle
• a semicircle
• a curved davit
• an angled davit
• Elastic bending
• Comparison of elastic deflfl ection analysis techniques
Essential Ancillary
• Structures Platform (STS1)
Software
TecQuipment has created data acquisition applications (VDAS® Onboard) for each experiment module, with additional simulated experiments.
The simulated experiments allow students to simulate the hands-on laboratory experiments, verifying their results. They also allow simulation of alternative set-ups, such as bars and davits of diff erent shape, cross-section and material, extending the learning experience beyond the practical laboratory session.