In this paper the dynamic indentation test method, which is not often used, is discussed. The goal of the paper is to consider the possibility of applying a dynamic indentation test method to investigate rubber materials. The basic equations for the determination of the viscoelastic characteristics of a material are presented and the experimental set-up is described. The Kelvin-Voigt model is used to describe the characteristics of a material. Experimental and theoretical curves for velocity, force and penetration in the indentation process are compared for rubbers with different hardness. A semi-empirical relationship between the Shore hardness and the rigidity c was derived. © 2003 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Vriend, N. M., & Kren, A. P. (2004). Determination of the viscoelastic properties of elastomeric materials by the dynamic indentation method. Polymer Testing, 23(4), 369–375. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymertesting.2003.10.006
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