NASA Challenge: Strain Measurement of Vectran and Kevlar Webbing

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NASA is looking for a new method to measure the strain on Kevlar and Vectran straps in the 25 to 125C range. Measurement by traditional contact extensometers has caused damage and premature failure.

National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Total Cash Prizes Offered: $20,000
Type of Challenge: Scientific
Submission Start: 10/25/2012 07:00 PM ET
Submission End: 01/02/2013 10:00 PM ET

This challenge is externally hosted.

You can view the challenge details here: https://www.innocentive.com/ar/challenge/9933145

Informational Only

NASA is looking for a new method to measure the strain on Kevlar and Vectran straps in the 25 to 125C range. Measurement by traditional contact extensometers has caused damage and premature failure.

National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Challenge Details

This challenge is externally hosted.