Biomaterials Lab (Demonstration of PASCO Materials Testing Machine)
Biomaterials Lab (Demonstration of PASCO Materials Testing Machine)
• Objective:
1. Familiarize yourself with the basic principles of material testing systems used to
evaluate the properties of biomaterials.
2. Closely observe Tensile Testing system and its component.
3. Familiarize with PASCO Capstone Software
4. Principles behind common tests such as tensile testing, compression testing, and
fatigue testing.
5. Hands-on demonstration of material testing equipment.
DESCRIPTION
PASCO MATERIALS TESTING MACHINE
The PASCO Materials Testing Machine is a versatile and robust system designed for
conducting mechanical tests on various materials. It offers precise control over load and
displacement, allowing for accurate characterization of material properties such as
strength, elasticity, and ductility. The machine is equipped with interchangeable grips and
fixtures to accommodate a wide range of sample geometries and testing configurations,
making it suitable for tension, compression, bending, and torsion tests. Its user-friendly
interface and intuitive software enable easy setup, operation, and data acquisition, making
it an ideal tool for educational laboratories and research facilities. Whether analyzing the
mechanical behavior of metals, polymers, ceramics, or composites, the PASCO Materials
Testing Machine provides reliable and repeatable results to support material science studies
and engineering applications Figure 1.
PASCO SOFTWARE
PASCO Capstone software is a comprehensive data acquisition and analysis tool designed for
use in physics and engineering laboratories. It offers a user-friendly interface with advanced
features for collecting, analyzing, and visualizing experimental data. Capstone allows for real-
time data collection from a wide range of PASCO sensors and equipment, enabling students
and researchers to conduct diverse experiments with ease. Its powerful analysis capabilities
include graphing, curve fitting, statistical analysis, and data manipulation, providing users with
valuable insights into their experimental results. With its versatility and intuitive interface,
PASCO Capstone software serves as an indispensable tool for enhancing the learning
experience and facilitating scientific discovery in educational and research settings. This
software is compatible with PASCO material testing machine and its used to find materials
mechanical properties.
Please note that the PASCO material testing machine serves various purposes across
educational and research settings:
3. Research and Development: Researchers use the machine to investigate the behavior of
novel materials or to study the effects of different processing methods on material properties.
This contributes to the development of new materials with improved performance
characteristics.
• Lab Task:
Pasco Manual has been given. You need to make a report about the demonstration of PASCO
material testing machine and PASCO software.
Function
Parts
Pasco Software
Analysis (what tests can you perform on this system)