Endurance and Fatigue Testing for Cabin Interiors

What Is Endurance and Fatigue Testing for Cabin Interiors?

Endurance and fatigue testing for cabin interiors involves simulating the life cycle of seats, doors, and other cabin elements under real-world conditions. These evaluations demonstrate reliability and durability, confirming that structural components can withstand the loads, vibrations, and movements encountered during service.

• Endurance tests provide insights into performance over a specific period, revealing how products behave under normal to moderately strenuous conditions.
• Fatigue tests, on the other hand, push products to the brink of failure through repeated excessive forces, pinpointing weaknesses so that manufacturers can optimize designs and materials.

Testing covers typical stresses from turbulence, emergency situations, and vibrations in aircraft and rail vehicles. Additionally, the materials used—such as seat frames, cushioning, and fittings—are assessed for wear and fatigue resistance.

What Endurance and Fatigue Testing Do We Offer?

At Applus+ Laboratories, we provide comprehensive endurance and fatigue testing services tailored to meet the demands of aircraft and rail vehicles. Our testing solutions help ensure:

• Structural integrity under real-world conditions
• Early risk detection, enhancing safety and reducing costly redesigns
• Compliance with industry regulations and manufacturers’ specifications

What Do We Provide Cyclic Testing For?

We offer cyclic testing for a wide range of cabin interior components, including:

• Seats
• Doors
• Door Handles
• Locking Systems
• Meal-Tables
• Arm, Leg, and Head Rests
• Snake Lights
• Luggage Compartments

By subjecting these elements to repetitive loads and stress cycles, we can measure their performance and longevity over time.

What Are Our Endurance and Fatigue Testing Facilities?

Our testing facilities are equipped with:

• Pneumatic lifters with precise force control of up to 400 kg
• Linear lifters with a stroke of up to 500 mm
• 270° rotatable lifting jacks, allowing for versatile test setups
• Programming of the number of cycles to record and analyse test data accurately

These capabilities enable us to replicate realistic usage scenarios for an array of cabin interior components.

What Are the Advantages of Endurance and Fatigue Testing for Cabin Interiors?

Endurance and fatigue testing are crucial for a myriad of factors that help preserve structural integrity and keep costs down:

• Optimised Safety: Identifying weak points early ensures that critical design improvements are made before seats and cabin elements reach production.
• Increased Reliability: Verifying durability and structural integrity helps maintain product performance over its entire service life.
• Cost-Effective Development: Early detection of potential failures prevents costly modifications and warranties further down the line.
• Regulatory Compliance: Meeting strict industry standards protects manufacturers from non-compliance issues.
• Enhanced Passenger Comfort: Ensuring seat and interior robustness contributes to a safer and more comfortable passenger experience.

Why Choose Applus+ Laboratories for Endurance and Fatigue Testing for Cabin Interiors?

At Applus+ Laboratories, our breadth of testing and certification experience enables us to deliver a world-class service to clients seeking relevant approvals and an enhanced passenger experience. We distinguish ourselves through:

• Comprehensive Expertise: Our team excels in test planning, execution, and analysis, ensuring every project receives thorough and reliable results.
• Cutting-Edge Equipment: Using precise force control and configurable lift systems, we replicate a wide array of operational scenarios, producing accurate and realistic testing outcomes.
• Global Authorisations: With proven industry accreditations and an extensive track record, we streamline the process of meeting regulatory and certification requirements.
• Tailored Approach: By working hand in hand with your design and engineering teams, we customise tests to suit specific usage conditions—helping you optimise costs and accelerate time-to-market.
• End-to-End Support: From initial design reviews to final certification, we guide you every step of the way, guaranteeing safe and dependable products for aircraft and rail vehicles.

Choose Applus+ Laboratories for your endurance and fatigue Testing for Cabin Interiors, ensuring safety, compliance, and performance across all seating and interior components.