Pointing mechanisms for LIDAR are suffering from extremely small oscillatory motions, sometimes called swiveling. The amplitudes in these ball bearings are close to the limits…
Stress corrosion cracking (SCC) is a critical failure mechanism that occurs due to the combined effect of tensile stress and a corrosive environment on materials….
Fracture mechanics testing of composite materials at cryogenic temperatures is essential for assessing their performance in extreme environments, such as those encountered in aerospace, space…
Composite materials, particularly those made from carbon fibers, are widely used in aerospace applications due to their high specific stiffness and strength. These materials play…
The release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from synthetic materials, is a well-known concern on Earth, particularly for its impact on human health. VOCs are…
Testing of ball bearings requires to pre-load them axially and/or radially. This needs manual operation by a technician. If bearings shall be characterized for different…
Contamination control is a critical aspect of risk mitigation for contamination sensitive surfaces in satellites. Molecular organic contaminants (MOCs) that are deposited on surfaces like…
In the dynamic world of aerospace engineering, innovation knows no bounds. As we push the boundaries of what’s possible in aviation and space, one frontier…
In the realm of re-entry testing, ensuring the safe disintegration of returning spacecraft parts is paramount. At AAC, we underscore the critical significance of demisability…
Operating in the challenging environment of space, satellites contend with extreme temperature fluctuations, radiation exposure, and the vacuum of the cosmos. Essential for fortifying these…