Manual

Key Concepts
Topics:
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About This Chapter............................................................................................................................70
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Using the E-Stop Control...................................................................................................................70
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Understanding Your MTS Software...................................................................................................70
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Understanding MTS Applications and File Types..............................................................................72
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Understanding the Control Loop........................................................................................................75
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Understanding Control Modes...........................................................................................................76
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Understanding the Low Power Actuator State..................................................................................78
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Understanding High-Power Prohibit..................................................................................................78
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Positioning the Crosshead and Actuator for the Test........................................................................79
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Understanding Nested Limits............................................................................................................80
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Using Detectors and Actions to Protect Yourself and Your Equipment.............................................85
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Understanding Interlocks...................................................................................................................87
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Understanding the Load Train...........................................................................................................90
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Optimizing System Response Before Testing...................................................................................91
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Understanding and Resolving Error Conditions................................................................................93
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MTS Echo Software...........................................................................................................................94
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