Enhancement of DoD Related Research Through Acquisition of Impact Testing Equipment
Abstract
Mechanical Engineering department of Southern University, Baton Rouge received a grant in the amount of $93,250.00 from United States Air Force for the purchase of an impact testing equipment and accessories. This was in response to a proposal for the project titled, Enhancing DoD Related Research Through Acquisition of Impact Testing Equipment. The total amount shown above was used to purchase and install an Instron Dynatup Impact Testing Equipment and accessories. This a model 8250Hv Drop Impact Test Instrument with Pneumatic Assist which is used in impact tests and research involving composite materials and other engineering materials. While two research projects have already been completed on this equipment, many more are current or pending. The undergraduate student research assistants who completed their works' will be presenting their results at the March meeting of the American Society of Engineering Educators. These projects would not have been completed without the provision of these equipment. Two faculty members, two research fellows, and three undergraduate students were trained on the use and operation of this important equipment and thus have acquired very valuable professional mechanical skill thereby enhancing their technical ability and professional development.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA340236
Entities
People
- Samuel I. Ibekwe
Organizations
- Southern University