John R. Luchini — Tire Science Giant January 3, 2025 Dr. John Remo Luchini, a giant among scientists in the tire industry and a past president of the Tire Society, passed away at his home... Continue reading pglaza
Comparing Pure Shear and Simple Shear October 23, 2024 The spin and rate of deformation tensors for these two common testing scenarios are computed and compared. Continue reading admin
Why do we call it the Pure Shear test? October 23, 2024 This experiment is useful for both hyperelastic and fracture mechanical characterizations of rubber. We explain the nomenclature. Continue reading admin