Centrifuge/Acceleration Testing
Centrifugal constant (static) acceleration Machines are used to test articles under extreme acceleration conditions based on standard like MIL-STD-810F, MIL-STD-750, MIL-STD-202F, MIL-STD-883E and IEC68-2-7, etc. The machine is designed to allow multi axis product orientation with little setup time. This is accomplished by the DUT mount plate ability to rotate 360° and the boom ends to rotate 180° without removing the DUT. The boom type acceleration testers have different payload capacities of 50kg, 100kg, 200kg and 500kg, with various combinations of acceleration. These system comes with desired slip rings and RF joints as per request.
Detrimental effects from acceleration loads may include the following:
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Structural deflection that interferes with equipment operation.
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Leaks caused by stressed seals.
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Binding or jammed actuators.
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Damaged or broken mounting hardware.
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Pump cavitation.
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Damage to printed circuit boards.
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Inoperable relays or contactors.
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Impeded pressure or flow regulator operation.
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Erratic sensor function.
Typical test applications include aerospace related hardware, such as aircraft landing gear, hydraulics, structural materials, control systems, passenger seats, instruments, avionics, and even toilets. Other test applications are used to validate materials and equipment used in defense systems.