Constant acceleration tests
Validate mechanical strength
Why carry out constant acceleration tests?
- Validate the resistance of products subjected to continuous acceleration under real conditions of use.
- Identify and correct mechanical and structural weaknesses not detected during other tests (vibration, mechanical shocks).
- Ensure compliance with standards and technical specifications specific to each sector of activity.
- Increase equipment reliability by simulating severe acceleration environments.
The different types of constant acceleration test
Our laboratories are equipped to carry out various types of tests:
- Centrifugal acceleration: Simulation of continuous accelerations of up to 20 g for 1 m structures and up to 400 g for small components.
- Continuous acceleration tests: Application of constant load factors to test mechanical durability and, if necessary, the correct operation of equipment.
- Structural strength tests: Verification of the strength of assemblies and fasteners under continuous forces.
Potential failure modes identified during testing
- Mechanical deformation.
- Fracture of assembly structures.
- Broken fasteners and supports.
- Short circuits or open circuits on electronic boards.
- Seals leaking under prolonged stress.
- Pressure and flow regulator malfunctions.
Our constant acceleration testing services
Aerospace
Defence
Automotive and Rail
Consumer electronics
Our test capabilities and technical resources are constantly accelerating
We have high-performance resources for testing the resistance of equipment to constant acceleration.
Centrifuges
- Tests up to 400 g on small components.
- Simulation of accelerations of up to 20 g on 1 m structures.
- Validation of performance in extreme environments.
Electromechanical exciters
- Constant acceleration tests on large components.
- Assessment of mechanical stresses under prolonged acceleration.
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Standards applicable to constant acceleration tests
Our tests comply with the main international standards:
- IEC 60068-2-7: Mechanical acceleration tests.
- MIL-STD-810 Method 513: Military acceleration resistance tests.
- MIL-STD-883 Method 2001: Tests on electronic components.
- MIL-STD-202 Method 212: Acceleration testing for military equipment.
- RTCA DO-160 Section 7: Tests for airborne equipment.
- GAM EG 13 Fascicule 45: Specific requirements for military and space applications.
Integrating constant acceleration testing into product development with the Emitech Group
Acceleration testing enables companies to anticipate vulnerabilities and improve the durability of their products. Our experts can help you with :
- Preliminary analysis: Definition of requirements and test design.
- Performing the tests: Laboratory implementation according to your needs.
- Interpretation of results: Drafting of reports and optimisation recommendations.
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