Key Concepts
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About This Chapter............................................................................................................................44
Understanding Your MTS Software...................................................................................................44
Understanding MTS File Types.........................................................................................................46
Understanding the Control Loop........................................................................................................49
Understanding Control Channels and Control Modes.......................................................................52
Using Detectors and Actions to Protect Yourself and Your Equipment.............................................52
Using the E-Stop Control...................................................................................................................53
Understanding the Load Train...........................................................................................................53
Positioning the Crosshead to Install the Specimen...........................................................................54
Positioning the Actuator to Install the Specimen...............................................................................55
Optimizing System Response Before Testing...................................................................................55
Understanding and Resolving Error Conditions................................................................................55
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