Prøveobjekt

Prøveobjekt is a term used in Norwegian and Danish to describe a defined object or sample that is subjected to testing, evaluation, or demonstration in scientific, technical, or quality-control contexts. The term can refer to a physical piece taken from a larger item or an object created specifically to serve as a test subject.

In material testing, the prøveobjekt is the specimen on which measurements are performed, such as a tensile specimen, a hardness block, or a concrete cube. The selection, shape, and preparation of the prøveobjekt follow standardized procedures to ensure that results are comparable across tests and laboratories. Considerations include the material composition, geometry, surface finish, and edge conditions.

In product development or quality control, a prøveobjekt may be used to verify performance, durability, or compliance with specifications before a full-scale production or release. The term is often used interchangeably with the English equivalents test specimen or test piece, depending on the domain and language region.

Etymology and usage: prø verge from the Danish and Norwegian words prøve (test, sample) and objekt (object). The concept is common across fields such as engineering, materials science, and quality assurance, where controlled samples are essential for validating properties and behavior under defined conditions.