Natural stone test methods - Determination of the dynamic modulus of elasticity (by measuring the fundamental resonance frequency)

This European Standard defines methods to determine the fundamental resonance frequency of natural stone and the calculation of the dynamic modulus of elasticity.

Prüfverfahren für Naturstein - Bestimmung des dynamischen - Elastizitätsmoduls (durch Messung der Resonanzfrequenz der Grundschwingung)

Diese Europäische Norm legt Verfahren zur Berechnung des dynamischen Elastizitätsmoduls aus der Resonanzfrequenz der Grundschwingung von Naturstein fest.

Méthodes d'essai pour pierres naturelles - Détermination du module d'élasticité dynamique (par la mesure de la fréquence de résonance fondamentale)

Domaine d'application
La présente Norme européenne définit les méthodes de détermination de la fréquence de résonance fondamentale de la pierre naturelle et le calcul du module d'élasticité dynamique.

Preskušanje naravnega kamna – Ugotavljanje dinamičnega modula elastičnosti (z meritvijo osnovne resonančne frekvence)

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
31-Aug-2004
Technical Committee
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
01-Sep-2004
Due Date
01-Sep-2004
Completion Date
01-Sep-2004

Overview

EN 14146:2004 - published by CEN - specifies methods for determining the dynamic modulus of elasticity of natural stone by measuring the fundamental resonance frequency. The standard establishes the procedure to measure the stone’s basic resonance frequency and the subsequent calculation of its dynamic elastic modulus, enabling consistent material characterization across testing laboratories and industry users.

Key topics and requirements

The standard focuses on the technical procedure and calculation steps needed to derive dynamic elastic properties from resonance measurements. Key topics typically covered include:

  • Measurement principle: determination of the specimen’s fundamental resonance frequency as the basis for the dynamic modulus calculation.
  • Test procedure: stepwise instructions for performing resonance measurements to ensure repeatability and comparability.
  • Calculation method: conversion of measured resonance frequency into the dynamic modulus of elasticity, including necessary parameters and units.
  • Reporting requirements: essential information that must accompany test results for traceability and interpretation (test conditions, specimen identification, measured frequencies, calculated modulus).
  • Quality and uncertainty considerations: requirements to ensure measurements are reliable and suitable for engineering use.

Note: EN 14146:2004 is a European (CEN) method tailored for natural stone; consult the full text for exact procedural and reporting details.

Applications

EN 14146:2004 is useful wherever reliable elastic-property data for natural stone are required:

  • Materials testing laboratories seeking standardized methods for stone characterization.
  • Quarries and stone producers performing quality control and product specification.
  • Engineers and designers needing elastic property data for structural analysis, repair or reuse of stone elements.
  • Conservation specialists and heritage professionals assessing mechanical characteristics of historic masonry and monuments.
  • Research organizations studying mechanical behavior and comparative material testing of natural stone varieties.

Using EN 14146 results helps improve consistency across projects, supports specification compliance, and informs decisions on suitability of stone for architectural or structural applications.

Related standards

EN 14146:2004 is part of the broader body of European standards for natural stone testing. Users often consult complementary EN standards covering physical, mechanical and durability tests for natural stone to obtain a complete material profile.

Keywords: EN 14146:2004, natural stone test methods, dynamic modulus of elasticity, fundamental resonance frequency, stone testing, material characterization, CEN standard.

Standard
SIST EN 14146:2004
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Natural stone test methods - Determination of the dynamic modulus of elasticity (by
measuring the fundamental resonance frequency)
Prüfverfahren für Naturstein - Bestimmung des dynamischen - Elastizitätsmoduls (durch
Messung der Resonanzfrequenz der Grundschwingung)
Méthodes d'essai pour pierres naturelles -
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SIST EN 14146:2004 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Natural stone test methods - Determination of the dynamic modulus of elasticity (by measuring the fundamental resonance frequency)". This standard covers: This European Standard defines methods to determine the fundamental resonance frequency of natural stone and the calculation of the dynamic modulus of elasticity.

This European Standard defines methods to determine the fundamental resonance frequency of natural stone and the calculation of the dynamic modulus of elasticity.

SIST EN 14146:2004 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 73.020 - Mining and quarrying; 91.100.15 - Mineral materials and products. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN 14146:2004 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.

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