A Round Robin on dynamic bending tests

In the study group "Strength and Lifetimes" of the DKG/DVM (Deutsche Kerami sche Gesellschaft [German Ceramic Society]/Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Materi alkunde [German Materials Society]), a Round Robin was applied to dynamic b ending tests including nine different ceramics. Twenty participants were in volved. The evaluation was performed on the basis of the median strength va lues and considering the single data points. Best agreement was found for t he two procedures. The regression data and the resulting crack growth param eters are compiled in tables.