We should aim to use the fuji in each location (MP, Pole, outer radius, and between layers, even if shear could most probably invalidate the last two readings)
In the AL mock-up, both in the one with merged inner and outer layers, all soft layers will be included in the Al body. In the location where fuji papers will be applied, a stainless steel shim will be placed and it will be swapped with fuji based on the goal of the measurement
Strain gauges
Strain gauges will be applied in the inner radius as was done in the 11T collaring campaign
Concerning the strain gauges to be applied at the pole level, multiple solutions have been discussed, namely
Increasing the thickness of the outer layer loading plate, to use it as a uniform surface for strain measurements
Employing strain gauges only in the outer radius, benchmark them with DIC as a double validation of the DIC reading on the inner layer
Apply the strain gauges in the inner layer on the Cu wedge
Collaring tool
The top tool's thickness will be the same as that of the 11T collaring campaign, and it will be clamped to the top compressive plate of the UTM.
The bottom tool will be aligned to the center of the UTM on the bottom plate, and will be glued to it for the full duration of the testing campaign.
For the use in 927, the collaring tool will be stiffer
The collaring tool should not exceed the mockup's length by more than a few centimeters per side, as it would invalidate DIC readings.
Collars
The "horns" will be raised, and some iron will be shaved off where it will most probably saturate.
The "nipples" will be switched with a 0.2mm washer.
Available lifting tools will be checked and adapted accordingly.
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