Sine sweep, Random vibrations, Shock, SRS Resonance search to simulate the launch environment on small satellites structure and their equipment.
Vibration Controller
- m+p INTERNATIONAL™ VIBRATION CONTROLLER (Swept Sine, Random, Shock classic & SRS Resonance Search and Dwell), 8 Digital Input Channels each with ICP sensor power, 24-bit.
Data acquisition systems
- 16-Channel, 24 bit, (2 cards: NI-4472B-PCI, Vibration-Optimized DSA). Smart Office (m+p international) software, real-time (and post) data processing – analyser DSA Pro + Smart Office Modal Analysis package
- 8-Channels NI 4472 Series, PCI-4474; 24 bit resolution 110 dB dynamic range, with LabVIEW software.
Sliptable
- LDS Model LPT900-SB-V826 Seismic Base Slip Table with 900mm by 900mm working surface with grid of M8 inserts. Max. payload 1000 kg.
Power Amplifier
- LDS Model DPA16K air cooled 16KVA power amp using Class D power switching.
Vibration Generator (shaker)
- LDS Model LDS V826. Max. force sine 26kN pk; random rms 13345N
- Max. acceleration 50grms random and 100g sine peak,
- frequency range 5 – 2900Hz.
Contact name
Prof. G. Aglietti
Contact email address
g.aglietti@surrey.ac.uk
Institution
Surrey Space Centre