... place using machine jaws to ensure the specimen did not move, when the load was applied. This means the load could be applied with out the specimen slipping. The load was applied until the specimen showed a signs of failure. All the specimen were tested using the same producer all the data was collected and recorded. Discussion: Prior to carry out test look, the specimens were identified and marked. Material tested were as follow: 1. Polycarbonate 2. Acrylic 3. Fibre glass and 4. Balsa wood What is polycarbonate? Polycarbonate plastic is a lightweight, high performance plastic and commonly used in applications such automotive, computer and other business equipment, sport goods, consumer electronics, household appliance, food storage containers and bottles. Also polycarbonate has excellent mechanical properties particularly high strength and high impact toughness. Its temperature tolerance is good and can be use as high temperature lenses, coffee pots etc.... . The advantage of polycarbonate * High transparency * High ...

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