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Tutorial: Modulus of elasticity of steel – Materials science

Steel is an important material in modern industry and is used for a variety of applications. A crucial property to consider when using steels is their elasticity. The modulus of elasticity or Young’s modulus indicates how much stress is needed to achieve a certain degree of elongation. In this article we will look at the different types of steels and their respective elastic moduli.

Basic knowledge
5 Minutes read

Properties of plastics – Which plastics are suited for mechanical engineering?

Technical plastics are an indispensable part of modern industry. In custom machine construction in particular, they find a wide range of applications because they have a high degree of flexibility and formability. It is important to know what properties plastics must have in components and standard parts in custom machine construction. This article describes the most important applications for plastics in mechanical engineering.

Basic knowledge
4 Minutes read

Fit types and tolerances – An overview

Tolerances and fits are critical in the manufacturing industry. In the technical sense, tolerances define a permissible deviation from a defined property, such as a nominal dimension. They ensure that products and components meet the required quality standards.

Basic knowledgeBearingTolerances
8 Minutes read

Industrial 3D printers: components, configurations, and impact on production quality

3D printing is increasingly revolutionizing industrial processes by combining efficiency and flexibility. In our blog, you will learn everything about the most important materials, the role of filaments and how customized components ensure precision and reliability. Learn what needs to be avoided and how properly sizing your 3D printer components makes all the difference.

8 Minutes read

Screws – Overview of standard

There are different designation systems for the properties of screws. The underlying standards form the basis for classifying and designating screw types. This article briefly presents some of the different screw standards and their differences, and provides a general overview of screws in the European region.

Basic knowledgeJoining
16 Minutes read

Intrinsic Vibration Behavior of Springs

In mechanical engineering, tension and compression springs are an important part of the design of mechanical systems, applications and uses. The properties of springs, such as their return force and spring constant, influence the performance and functionality of machines. In order to understand these properties and the vibration behavior of spring systems, we look in this article at the physical relationships between spring systems and the relationship between the natural frequency and resonance.

Basic knowledgeDamping
7 Minutes read