Ice-structure interactions can be carried out by means of various experimental stands (for example: free-fall tower). We perform measurements of local ice pressure distributions on rigid surfaces and deformable structures.

Capabilities

1) Ice-structure-interaction tests

With different test rigs (e.g. drop tower)

2) Measurement of local ice-pressure-distributions

On flat surfaces
On deformable structures

3) Preparation and evaluation of thin sections

Equipment

Our laboratory is equipped with a number of various test machines and measurement devices.

• 20‘ Cold room until -40°C
• Deep freezer until -60°C
• TekScan pressure measurement system (500 psi bis 5000 psi)