This project gives new direction to the engineering materials course by greatly enhancing the students ability to engage in quantitative evaluation of mechanical and structural properties. A computer-controlled Instron tester will allow for the more detailed quantitative study of a greatly expanded set of materials under a variety of load conditions (e.g., tension, compression, flexure, and cyclic).

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
9351128
Program Officer
Daniel B. Hodge
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1993-04-15
Budget End
1996-03-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1993
Total Cost
$30,937
Indirect Cost
Name
Fairfield University
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Fairfield
State
CT
Country
United States
Zip Code
06824