Abstract
The alignment of a ¼-circle Eulerian cradle is discussed. The method is based on diffraction and uses a special alignment tool and a stress-free powder sample. A new profile shape function is introduced to describe better distorted diffraction peaks.
Publisher
Trans Tech Publications, Ltd.
Subject
Mechanical Engineering,Mechanics of Materials,Condensed Matter Physics,General Materials Science
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