Mullen / Burst 

"Self-guided, blended learning testing labs examining property measurements and variables." 

Lab Description:

The burst test is an alternate technique for evaluating the tensile properties of paper (with a bit of stretch involved).  The burst test originally found its greatest use in defining the bursting resistance of a corrugated box that was to be used in interstate shipping.

Scope and Learning Objectives:

These self guided testing labs and video modules demonstrate the procedures used to test paper and board. They will also provide some background about the property being tested. The overall learning objective is to increase your understanding of why and how these tests and procedures are performed.

The outline you should follow for each lab is to learn the background information on the property being tested, note the TAPPI Standard (T403 and T807), or Useful Method that are referenced,then view the video on the correct testing procedure. Sample data is provided. Some of the labs will require calculations and analysis of data, and other labs will provide final data without calculations. A short set of thought questions is included at the end.