The History of a Decision: A Standard Vibration Test Method for Qualification

Journal Article · Sat Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 2016 · Journal of the IEST

DOI: https://doi.org/10.17764/1098-4321.60.1.9 · OSTI ID:1429620

Rizzo, Davinia ^[1]; Blackburn, Mark ^[2]

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1. Sandia National Laboratories (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
2. Stevens Inst. of Technology, Hoboken, NJ (United States)

As Mil-Std-810G and subsequent versions have included multiple degree of freedom vibration test methodologies, it is important to understand the history and factors that drove the original decision in Mil-Std-810 to focus on single degree of freedom (SDOF) vibration testing. By assessing the factors and thought process of early Mil-Std-810 vibration test methods, it enables one to better consider the use of multiple degree of freedom testing now that it is feasible with today’s technology and documented in Mil-Std-810. This paper delves into the details of the decision made in the 1960s for the SDOF vibration testing standards in Mil-Std-810 beyond the limitations of technology at the time. We also consider the implications for effective test planning today considering the advances in test capabilities and improvements in understanding of the operational environment.

• Research Organization: Sandia National Laboratories (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE
• Grant/Contract Number: AC04-94AL85000
• OSTI ID: 1429620
• Report Number(s): SAND2017--0749J; 650679
• Journal Information: Journal of the IEST, Journal Name: Journal of the IEST Journal Issue: 1 Vol. 60; ISSN 1098-4321
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English