tensometer

Meaning

  1. A device for evaluating various tensile properties of a material, such as Young's modulus, ultimate tensile strength and Poisson's ratio.
  2. (alt-of, alternative) Alternative spelling of tensiometer.

Synonyms

pull tension gage

tautness meter

tension indicator

tension gage

tensile gauge

tension meter

straingage

Etymology

tension + -meter

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