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Multi-axial strain testing on geomembrane samples
Objective
To understand their response to out-of-plane tensile forces
Testing Undertaken
- Multi-axial strain testing
- ASTMD 5617
The objective of this study by ExcelPlas is to conduct multi-axial strain testing on geomembrane samples in order to understand their response to out-of-plane tensile forces due to differential settlement. This mechanical testing was followed in accordance to ASTM D 5617 standard.
Figure 1. White geomembrane sample after multi-axial strain testing (note cat’s eye failure)
See video of testing here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqcKVDI7qcU
Figure 2. Test results from the multi-axial strain test indicating centre point deflection vs pressure on two specimens.
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