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Appendix 1: Sample Laboratory Report for Strain and Pressure
Measurement Laboratory
Abstract
In this experiment, characterization of internal pressure in a thin-walled tank (a soda can)
is achieved by measurements of mechanical strains. Uncertainty analysis of characterized
internal pressure is conducted with respect to parameters involved. The percentage contribution
of all uncertainties to the overall uncertainty in pressure characterizations are identified in order
of importance.
Description
Purpose of the Experiment
The purposes of this experiment include:
 Perform characterization of internal pressure in a thin-walled tank by measurements of
mechanical strains;
 Perform uncertainty analysis of characterized internal pressures with respect to
parameters involved;
 Identify, in order of importance, percentage contribution of all uncertainties to the overall
uncertainty in pressure characterizations.