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Delicate structures in space: How NASA used Polytec vibrometers to make sure their solar sail would survive in space

Testing structures destined for space while still on Earth presents a unique challenge. Ideally, they should be tested in an environment that mimics…

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The Challenge of Mass Loading in Vibration Testing

Mass loading can cause inaccuracies when testing the vibration of some objects – especially if they are light-weight.

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Deflection shape of a turbine blade

Unravelling the Importance of High-Cycle Fatigue Testing with Polytec’s Cutting-edge Solutions

In this blog, we'll uncover the significance of HCF and VHCF testing and highlight how Polytec's innovative solutions are revolutionising this domain.

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Exploring Mars: How NASA used Polytec vibrometers to make sure the Curiosity Rover's inlet funnel would work on Mars

NASA’s Curiosity Rover is a car-sized moving laboratory that landed on Mars back in 2012 and is still operational!

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Test setup with PSV-3D Scanning Vibrometer

Is vibrometry the answer to your impossible vibration measurement problem?

We've put together some examples of why you may not have been able to measure vibration until now and some applications where vibrometers have been…

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