AITM 1-0005 – Mode I interlaminar fracture toughness energy (GIc) for fiber-reinforced plastics

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AITM 1-0005 is an Airbus Test Method for the Mode I (opening) interlaminar fracture toughness of composite laminates. To match this to your program, talk with our team.

What AITM 1-0005 Covers

It determines the Mode I fracture toughness of composites per the Airbus procedure, characterizing resistance to opening delamination for aircraft structures.

How the Test Is Run

A double-cantilever-beam specimen with a starter crack is loaded to open the crack while load, displacement, and crack length are recorded, and the toughness is calculated.

Reading the Designation

Cited as AITM 1-0005 with its issue. Confirm the current Airbus version and programme requirements. To configure fracture toughness testing, request a quote.

Related Standards

ISO 15024 and ASTM D5528 are the public Mode I methods.

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Setting up Mode I fracture toughness testing to AITM 1-0005? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your laminate layup and fixturing.


TensileMill CNC products for AITM 1-0005

Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with AITM 1-0005:


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TensileMill CNC builds testing systems used across quality control, research, and production. For this work we supply universal testing machines with composite grips and fixtures for tension, compression, and shear coupons. Request a quote and our team will help you configure a system for AITM 1-0005.