Part 01 - Exploring Acoustic Testing for Launch Vehicle Qualification
Launch vehicles require Acoustic Testing to qualify spacecraft for the harsh environments on their ascent to space. This portion of the webinar focuses on an overview of acoustic testing options, instrumentation, and data acquisition considerations.
Covered Topics Include
- Acoustic Device Selection
- Microphone/Instrumentation Selection
- Placement and Planning
- Facility Considerations & Safety
- Test Article Preparation & Placement
Part 02 - Navigating the Challenges of HighEnergy Acoustic Testing for Launch Vehicle Fairings
There are multiple challenges to performing a test to the magnitude of acoustic energy in the faring of a lauch vehicle, bot for equipment and personnel safety. This portion of the webinar provides a deep dive into the operations of an acoustic test.
Covered Topics Include
- Test Levels and Schedule
- Loop Check and Safety
- Running the Test (The Easy Part)
- Online Data Considerations
- Between Level Data Considerations
- Data Packaging & Delivery
Part 03 - Mastering PostTest Data Processing Ensuring Uniformity Diffusivity and Amplitude
There are multiple recommended methods of qualifying post-test data for uniformity, diffusivity, and amplitude. This portion of the tutorial covers the various methods of post-test considerations for data processing.
Covered Topics Include
- Octave and Spectral Processing
- Coherence, Diffusivity, and Uniformity
- Operating Deflection Shapes from Acoustic Excitation
- Low-Level Pre-Post Analysis
- Comparing to Heritage Data
Presenters
Dale Schick Application & Marketing Manager Dale provides customer-oriented solutions for all testing needs. He has great experience in dynamic testing applications and achieving standard compliance. |
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Eric Friedlander CTO Eric Friedlander is the CTO and Co-Founder of Acoustic Research Systems. He has a BS in Audio Technology from American University in Washington, DC, and over two decades of practical experience in sound engineering for musical, industrial, and scientific applications. Prior to founding ARS, Eric was a product manager at Harman Professional for the JBL Professional Tour Sound portfolio, and prior to that he worked as an acoustic testing engineer at MSI-DFAT. |