Multi-Axial Subassemblage Test System (MAST)

Conduct high-force, six degree-of-freedom (6DOF) quasi-static and dynamic testing of beam-column frame systems, walls, bridge piers, abutments and more to the point of failure in controlled laboratory settings. This high-capacity test system provides researchers the data needed to improve design codes and develop next generation building materials, components and structures.

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Key Product Features

Civil Testing

Deployed and supported at civil engineering labs worldwide including Swinburne University of Technology, École Polytechnique Montréal, University of Minnesota

Unmatched Expertise

PhD-level MTS System Integration Engineers provide expert guidance and training

Innovative Technology

State-of-the-art control methods such as Degree-of-Freedom Control and Hybrid Simulation provide unique testing capabilities

Integrated / Synchronized

Solution includes MTS high-force structural actuators, fatigue rated swivels, hydraulics, controls and software

Featured Case Studies

University of Minnesota: Debugging Design codes

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These large multi-degree of freedom systems are semi-custom and can be tailored to your needs and facility requirements. MTS can provide high force structural actuators and controls or be involved in full turn-key integration.

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Resources

 
Lab Profile

University of Minnesota MAST Lab

Testing full-scale civil structures in six degrees of fre…

 
Innovation Note

New Tools for Multi-Platform Hybrid Simulation

Leverage the University of Toronto UT-SIM standardized fr…

 
Seminar Series

Hybrid Simulation Technologies & Methods for Civil Engineering

2018 Worldwide Seminar Series

 
Video

Leverage MTS Civil Hybrid Simulation Expertise

Step-by-step Quasi-Static and …

 
Article

MTS Degree-of-Freedom (DOF) Control

Sophisticated tool enables precise control of complex sei…

 
Article

Specimen Dynamics Compensation (SDC)

New compensation technique overcomes large specimen chall…

 
Article

The MTS Software Approach to Multidimensional Seismic Test Applications

STEX Pro Seismic Simulation & Qualification Capabilit…

 
Application Note

Testing CLT Building Components

Fast + Epp and UNBC test Cross-Laminated Timber shear wal…

 
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Solutions for Multi-Hazard Engineering

Replicate combined, wind, fire, earthquake, wave or blast ev…

 
Application Note

Seismic Testing of Full-Scale Wooden Structures

Colorado School of Mines tests wooden structures on UCSD'…