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how to test coefficient of thermal expansion

What is the process by which materials expand when heated called? Almost all materials, such as metals, plastics and even wood, will expand in size when their temperature increases. The Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE) is a word we use to talk about how much something expands per temperature rise. This measurement is the most significant in many sectors, including airplane manufacturing, car manufacturing, and construction. By testing for the CTE, we can determine whether a material is fit to use in an application, which helps us make safe and effective designs.

Properly preparing a material is critical before we can test it for CTE. Part of that preparation is ensuring the material is clean and free from dirt or other debris. The material should be cut or shaped into the appropriate size and shape for the test. The material needs to be static and consistent, i.e. the same in every way, everywhere. We may sometimes need to have heated the material or cool it down in a specifically way to ensure its stability — to get optimal results. This treatment may involve, for example, annealing, a method that consists of heating the material before gradually cooling to relieve stress.

Preparing your materials for accurate coefficient of thermal expansion measuremen

Dilatometry: In this method, the change in length of the material sample is measured through special electrical sensors. It provides precise measurements and lets us know exactly how much the material expands.

Interferometry: This technique is a little trickier. It consists of measuring the variation of optical distance induced by thermal expansion. It means we can see changes in the material and do so very much in detail.

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