The key to the superior performance of the THV Series environmental test systems is the powerful yet practical Spider-100 controller. The Spider-100 controller supports Crystal Instruments’ versatile Environment Data Management (EDM), vibration control software (VCS), and dynamic signal analyzer (DSA) software.
Read MoreASTM transportation tests (such as ASTM D4169) are commonly used to simulate vibrations induced by the shipping of containers via truck, air, and rail. Often times these tests require very low level random vibration profiles which can be hard to run and control. On top of that, many of the profiles begin as low as 1 Hz, which can cause problems as well.
Read MoreElectro-dynamic shakers are by nature robust and durable pieces of testing equipment. Frequently, they are not given much thought until a problem arises. When these problems do happen, they can be costly; not only monetarily but also in lost labor hours and downtime. Regularly scheduled preventative maintenance programs can help prevent unexpected problems and maintain peak testing performance.
Read MoreThe phrase “Good things come in small packages” is true! Small satellites, also known as CubeSats, are being launched at a record pace with the successful February 15, 2017 launch of 104 satellites of which 88 were Planet Labs’ Dove satellites collectively known as Flock‐3p, aboard an Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Center in Sriharikota, India. This amazing launch followed the successful June 22, 2016 launch of 12 Planet Labs’ Flock‐2p satellites from the Satish Dhawan Space Center. These spacecraft are shoebox‐sized satellites placed into lower Earth orbit to provide imaging data.
Read MoreThe Sentek Dynamics team enjoyed meeting attendees at the 2016 Automotive Testing Expo in Novi, Michigan. Visitors stopping by the booth were able to preview a complete vibration test system provided by Sentek Dynamics.
Read MoreSentek Dynamics hosted its Fall 2016 Sales and Training Meeting for North American Representatives September 19 – 21, 2016 at its offices in Santa Clara, CA. Participants learned about new products and gained hands-on experience with electrodynamic vibration test equipment using an 11,000 lbf Sentek Dynamics’ demonstration system and Crystal Instruments’ controller.
Read MoreSentek Dynamics completed the installation of a 14,300 lbf water-cooled system with a 60x60 inch high-pressure slip table and 60x60 inch head expander with load support and guidance at a major Silicon Valley technology company. Systems features included a long-stroke option (3.0 inch) and air-isolation mounts to eliminate the need for a seismic floor.
Read MoreSentek Dynamics and our sister company Crystal Instruments was recently featured in the March 2016 issue of Sound & Vibration magazine. Click on the picture below to download a full copy of our featured article, "What's Required to Bring Vibration Testing In House?".
Read MoreIn the new flick The Martian, vibration testing becomes a matter of life and death, survival or starvation, when a supply probe bound for Mars and loaded with nourishment for our lonely red planet hero (Matt Damon) fails mid-launch. Prepare for movie spoilers.
Read MoreSentek Dynamics and its sister company Crystal Instruments participated in the thirteenth Automotive Testing Expo North America displaying their latest products and technologies designed for today’s demanding environmental test requirements that ensure manufacturer’s products meet the highest standards for product quality, reliability, durability and safety.
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