The first test article of a SpaceX Crew Dragon undergoes structural load testing to demonstrate the spacecraft’s ability to withstand the tremendous forces it’s exposed to during space flight. The ...
Epic Aircraft completed structural testing of its E1000 single-engine turboprop, including pressurization and ultimate load testing. Flight testing with FAA pilots has begun on two prototypes, ...
In addition to structural integrity, the load tests also calibrated the instruments used to monitor the aircraft during the production phases. During the load tests, the airframe was subjected to ...