<p><p><strong>References:<br></strong><em>Beekman and Mallner (2005)<br>Rogbeck et al. (2003)</em></p><p><strong>Method Summary</strong></p><p>This test is performed in a laboratory and determines the tensile strength of the soil nail. Opposing outward loads are applied to each end of the representative nail until tensile failure occurs.</p><p><strong>Accuracy and Precision</strong></p><p>This test precisely determines the tensile strength of the tested material sample and gives a good estimate of the tensile strength for the overall material batch.</p><p><strong>Adequacy of Coverage</strong></p><p>Testing can be performed on one nail per batch to represent the other nails. This test provides a numerical value that can be compared to the required material parameters used in design to ensure high quality materials.</p><p><strong>Implementation Requirements </strong></p><p>Given the correct equipment, this test requires minimal training and time investment.</p><p><strong>General Comments</strong></p><p>Results from tension testing nails in the laboratory can be used to represent a batch of nails to be installed in the field. This testing method is more commonly used for shoot-in soil nails to confirm the ultimate tensile strength of the nail. Generally, these tests are not performed as nails should come with a certificate from the manufacturer.</p></p>