The Heavy Structural Laboratory at the University of Jaffna's Faculty of Engineering, within the Department of Civil Engineering, offers a comprehensive hands-on learning environment for understanding structural engineering principles. This state-of-the-art lab features a range of advanced testing equipment, including an impact testing machine, a concrete compression tester, torsion machine and a concrete mixer. Students engage with practical experiments to deepen their knowledge of material behavior, structural analysis, and load-bearing capacity.
1.Motorized pendulum impact testing system
The Motorized Pendulum Impact Testing System evaluates a material's impact resistance by measuring its energy absorption during controlled strikes, ensuring precision and repeatability in determining durability under dynamic loads.
2.Torsion Testing Machine
The Torsion Testing Machine assesses a material's resistance to twisting by measuring torque and angle of twist. It evaluates key properties like shear modulus and torsional stiffness. This testing ensures the material's suitability for applications involving rotational loads.