GUNT Buckling behaviour of bars is a critical topic in structural mechanics, dealing with the sudden loss of stability in components under compressive load. This GUNT experimental setup demonstrates the mechanics of buckling under various conditions such as material type, bar length, and support configuration. The unit enables controlled experimentation with vertical and horizontal loading, offering clear insight into elastic instability and critical buckling loads.
Product Features
- Demonstrates various buckling problems under compressive loading
- Bars can be clamped or supported based on the test configuration
- Height-adjustable loading member and hand-operated spindle apply controlled force
- Axial support prevents torsional stress during testing
- Hydraulic force gauge displays applied compressive force
- Dial gauge measures lateral deflection of the bar
- Includes mechanism to apply lateral loads and generate shear forces
- Can be operated in vertical or horizontal orientation
- Force gauge can be rotated 90° for flexibility in experiment layout
- Expansion set with additional sample bars increases test variety
- All components stored securely in a clearly organized system
Benefits
- Offers practical demonstration of buckling under real-world mechanical constraints
- Allows study of critical load thresholds across multiple support types
- Hands-on learning improves student understanding of elastic stability
- Flexible test orientations simulate various engineering conditions
- Accurate instrumentation ensures repeatable and reliable test results
Why Choose the GUNT Buckling Behaviour of Bars Setup?
This GUNT experimental setup is ideal for teaching and research in structural and mechanical engineering. It provides a comprehensive understanding of buckling phenomena in bars, allowing students to explore the impact of variables such as geometry, material, and boundary conditions on structural stability. With high-precision force and deflection measurement, it is a robust and reliable tool for both classroom and laboratory use.
