From this study, as well as from the failure modes observed in the tests, a unified block shear equation is proposed that provides much more consistent test-to-predicted block shear capacity ratios over a wide variety of connection types, geometries, and steel grades.
21 However, our inclusion of injuries of undetermined cause should have largely dealt with this problem, and such biases are probably relatively constant over time, making estimates of changes within regions more consistent for testing our study's hypothesis.
Onset of change in labial temperature is typically slower than VPA and temperature takes longer to return to a pretrial level of response; some studies reported that labial temperature was more consistent between testing sessions than VPA or VBV (Payne & Binik, 2006, but see also Slob, Koster, Radder, & van der Werff ten Bosch, 1990; Slob et al., 1991, 1996).
The development of a standardized production and application of BI should result in more consistent inactivation test results.
The indents were made on the flat surface of the cylindrical samples because the results were more consistent when tested against the hardness for pure aluminum.
But putting some of its Pacifica fleet to the test in Michigan is a different story, and will involve likely more rigorous and consistent testing.
A well-designed human interface results in fewer operator errors, more consistent and accurate testing, and less operator training.
With our set up we consider that the examination at 90° should be the one more consistent during all tests.
The EPIS Wheel is more consistent with rapid-cycle testing principles and permits researchers to track both progressive and recursive movement through EPIS.
The paste printing and peeling methods were modified and the coupon quality was carefully monitored to make the sample preparation and testing more consistent.
