====== Physical Components of Mechanical Tester ======

**Watch this SRL and Dynamic test [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJCR3f0xQCY|in progress]] to see the functionality of each component pictured below:** 

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**This is the spindle for the Roland MDX - 540 CNC Machine we are using. Attached below it is the load cell attachment, which will be connected to the Data Acquisition Board.**

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**Above is the output value from the load cell.**

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**Shown above is the proprietary software for the Roland MDX - 540.** 

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**The set up without the 'control tower' box may be seen here.**