Multi-axial portal test rig

© Fraunhofer IMWS
FRP structure on the test bench
© Fraunhofer IMWS
Cross-test (multi-axial test)
© Fraunhofer IMWS
Multi-axial test bench

The Fraunhofer IMWS has a multi-axial test rig for materials testing at its disposal. This hydraulic, multi-axial portal test rig can be used to perform static, cyclic, and multi-axial tests. This allows the mechanical properties of materials to be investigated under multi-axial loading. The test rig simulates the complex load conditions to which a material may be exposed in real-life applications by loading it simultaneously in several axes. This enables a realistic assessment of the strength and deformability of the material.

 

Application examples

  • Recording damage tolerances of sandwich structures
  • Bending cycle tests
  • Static load tests

 

Technical data

  • Modular/flexible system
  • Footprint 3 x 4 m
  • 7 test cylinders
  • Force from 10 N to 400 kN
  • Travel distance up to 250 mm
  • Test frequency up to 200 Hz
  • Acceleration up to 1.5 m/s

Testing photovoltaic substructures on the multi-axial test rig

 

The quality and durability of photovoltaic substructures are crucial for the overall performance of solar power systems. Comprehensive component testing is required to guarantee the structural integrity and service life of these systems. At Fraunhofer IMWS, we use our multi-axial test field, among other things, to apply various test methods to simulate realistic conditions.

 

© Fraunhofer IMWS

Component testing on the multiaxial test rig at Fraunhofer IMWS