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Global standards leader ASTM International launched the organization’s first student chapter at Florida International University (FIU) during a virtual ceremony on Friday. The FIU chapter will include a scholarship program, project grants, awards, and research and publication opportunities. “We are thrilled to be launching this chapter at FIU,” said Kathie Morgan, ASTM International president…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11093 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help to accelerate the pace of safe and ergonomic designs of exoskeleton/exosuit technology. ASTM’s committee on exoskeletons and exosuits ( F48 ) is developing the proposed standard, which also seeks to reduce the cost of physical exo device manufacturing. According to ASTM International workgroup leader Bochen Jia, ideal exoskeleton/exosuit…, , Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org , Committee Contact:, Nora Nimmerichter, tel +1.610.832.9815; nnimmerichter@astm.org Release #11087 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and ongoing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that all previously scheduled in-person standards development meetings (including independent meetings) through the end of the year have been canceled. Affected meetings include October, November, and December Committee Weeks in Orlando, Florida, and Austin, Texas, and all…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11061 ###
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A new ASTM International standard will allow laboratories and research institutions to estimate mechanical properties of metallic materials through a minimally destructive process known as small punch testing. ASTM’s nuclear technology and applications committee ( E10 ) developed the new standard, which will soon be published as E3205. “Small punch testing uses extremely small specimens to…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Stephen Mawn, tel +1.610.8329726; smawn@astm.org Release #11055 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard would help provide functional ergonomic guidelines for the design, construction, and use of exoskeletons. ASTM’s committee on exoskeletons and exosuits ( F48 ) is developing the proposed standard ( WK73074 ). “Use of an exoskeleton may magnify existing ergonomic risk factors or introduce new ergonomic hazards, says ASTM International member Delia Treaster,…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Pat Picariello, tel +1.610.832.9720; ppicariello@astm.org Release #11036 ###
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ASTM International’s nuclear technology and applications committee (E10) has honored Mary Helen Sparks, consultant with Flanders & Sparks Consulting (Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA), with the Peter D. Hedgecock Award. Sparks was recognized for sustained and exceptional contributions to the development and use of consensus standards in the field of nuclear technology and its dosimetry…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11018 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and ongoing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that all previously scheduled in-person June standards development meetings (including independent meetings) have been canceled. Last month, ASTM International announced the cancellation of all May in-person meetings . These decisions were based on several factors, including…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11017 ###
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Today, ASTM International’s Exo Technology Center of Excellence announced a student paper competition on designing safe exoskeletons and exosuits. The paper competition encourages students to develop, present, and publish high-quality research papers in the area of exo technologies, including exoskeletons, exosuits, and related wearable technology. Co-sponsored by ASTM International’s exoskeleton…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11012 ###
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ASTM International, a global leader in standards and emerging technologies, announced today a “Request for Proposals” (RFP) to support the Research to Standards core activity for the organization’s Exo Technology Center of Excellence. The center anticipates providing three awards up to $34,000 each, totaling $102,000. “The Exo Technology Center of Excellence is committed to bringing the exo…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11005 ###
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Global standards organization ASTM International is providing no-cost public access to a suite of two dozen important standards used in the production and testing of personal protective equipment to combat the COVID-19 (coronavirus) public health emergency. In an effort to support manufacturers, testing labs, healthcare professionals, and the general public, the available standards cover personal…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11003 ###