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Technical Papers

 
   
  Technical papers relevant to GDS systems with many available for download as pdf.  
   
     
  Product Helpsheets  
   
  Helpsheets are the GDS FAQ documents designed to be a one stop self help section.  
 

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  Video Help  
   
  Both hardware and software videos designed for use by both existing customers and potential customers.  
   
 
 
GDS Technical Video Help
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Click on the picture below to view each instructional video on line, or right click on the text to download the file.  Please note: due to the large file sizes, we only recommend you attempt download if you have a very fast internet connection!  If not, do not hesitate to contact us directly for a CD (see note above).

Below are various , produced by GDS, available for download from this website.  The videos are "how to" for a few of the most frequently asked questions.

The quality of the videos to download is quite low.  For the full video in the highest resolution, please do not hesitate to request a video CD which will be posted to you immediately.

 

An introduction to GDS Instruments, by Dr. Patrick Hooker, Managing Director
 
Introduction to GDS (1.568Mb)
 
An introduction to the GDS Hall Effect Local Strain Devices
 
GDS Hall Effect Local Strain Devices (7.964Mb)
  • Installing axial and radial Hall Effect local strain devices, complete with equipment required, advice and tips throughout the complete installation process.
 
An introduction to the GDS Mid Plane Pore Pressure Transducer
 
GDS Mid Plane Pore Pressure Transducer (8.000Mb)
  • Theory of the mid plane pore pressure probe and practical installation and uses.
 
An introduction to connecting GDS Load Cells and extension top caps
 
Connecting GDS Load Cells and extension top caps (7.112Mb)
  • Removing the ram from a GDS 'BA' type load cell
  • Installation and theory of extension top caps.
 
An introduction to connecting controller hydraulic connections
 
Controller Hydraulic Connections (0.710Mb)
  • Connecting a swagelock watertight hydraulic connector between a controller and triaxial cell.
 

 

 
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