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Introduction to Structural Testing

Einführung in die Strukturversuchstechnik

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Paolo Ermanni
Eligible to students of Focus Specialization "Structure Mechanics"
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:05:46

Abstract

Structural testing is a very broad and interdisciplinary field. Taking into account the limited time, the scope of this tool-course is to provide a general introduction to structural testing, with particular attention to theoretical and practical aspects of strain gage measurements. Furthermore a real engineering case is presented and discussed in small groups.

Objective

Introduction to structural testing. Focus lies in measurements with strain gages. Selected case-studies help the participant to better understanding critical issues and possible solutions.

Content

Working with strain gages preparation of the structure, positioning and application of the strain gages, data-gathering, verification. Introduction to Structural Testing (Theory) Case Study (Hockey-stick): Problem presentation, development of possible solutions, presentation and discussion, testing in the lab.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Skript is available under:http://www.structures.ethz.ch/education/bachelor/ingtools

Literature

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General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
colloquium Ingenieur-Tool: Einführung in die Strukturversuchstechnik
Blockkurs in der 1. Semesterwoche 13 - 17 im LEO C6 Max. 20 Studierende
  • 24.10 Date 13:15-17:00 (LEO C 6)
  • 25.10 Date 13:15-17:00 (LEO C 6)
  • 26.10 Date 13:15-17:00 (LEO C 6)
16 h semesterly

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