Mechanical testing refers to the physical properties of an object under tensile or compressive loads - pulling, pressing, or until
the object breaks.
Mechanics is divided into tension, compression, bending, shear and fracture. Applying forces to an object at very high
speeds is called "dynamic" loading and is used for cyclic fatigue or creep testing to determine the life cycle of a material
or component. However, it is more common to measure the physical strength of an object at a constant rate or slowly changing
loads, which is "static" loading.
More and more manufacturers are using static mechanical measurements as a quality control method that complies with
industry standards. Static mechanical testing ensures that components function properly and documents their safety and
fitness for purpose.
It can also detect physical defects in various parts, reducing costs and increasing yields on production lines.
