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Abaqus PRF Model Describes PTFE Behavior

Construction of an Abaqus Parallel Rheological Framework (PRF) material model to describe the complicated PTFE stress response. The stress strain response of the plastic, synthetic fluoropolymer of tetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), is very complicated. It doesn’t behave exactly like a hyper-elastic rubber nor does it behave like a classic thermoplastic. Our testing

Instron high stain rate test system, VHS 160/100-20 with environmental chamber and high speed Photron SA-Z camera and inTest cooling system.

New High Strain Rate System at Axel

Axel Products has installed a new Instron VHS 160/100-20 high strain rate system. After nearly a year long installation, the system is producing spectacular results! The system can perform tensile experiments at 20 meters per second. And the system can generate a 100 kN force while going 20 meters per

Testing and Analysis of Elastomers in-Person Training Returns to the Lab!

Testing and analysis of elastomers with Abaqus in-person at Axel Products in Ann Arbor.

Rubber Is Incompressible

What about the bulk part of the hyperelastic material model? The seal splits. The bushing cracks. The isolator is too stiff and fails to isolate. The bottle cap seal doesn’t seal. Hyperelastic material models are often described as models that capture large strain behaviors. This is true. However, the

Endurica Event

Axel Products is a sponsor at the 2 day Endurica Community Conference. The event is held in Finlay Ohio which will experience a Total Solar Eclipse during the conference! The conference will pause for a few hours and attendees will have roof top access and a clear view of the