Moog TEST CONTROLLER DATASHEET

TEST CONTROLLER

1 to 500 channels test controller for
aerospace testing

At Moog, we understand that your investment in aerospace prototypes are high.
That’s why you need a dependable, proven test controller to help you be more
productive and to protect both the test article and the test data.

The Moog Aerospace Test Controller incorporates our unique force loop
technology to handle general purpose tests of up to 500 servo channels. Its
operator flexibility, high-performance handling of complex testing formulas and
ability to run with offline external software make it an indispensable tool for
aerospace testing labs.

ADVANTAGES

• Loop update rate 2,500 Hz for ultimate
response/ higher if required

• Optimized control loop technology for
faster, more accurate testing

• Pseudo channels capability to meet the
most complex test requirements

• Distributed system architecture

TEST APPLICATIONS

Moog offers servo controllers that
provide static and fatigue testing,
ranging from complete aircraft to
sub-assemblies to components.

• Aircraft/airframe structural tests

• Iron bird tests

• Landing gear tests

• Helicopter airframe, rotor head and
blade tests

WHAT MOVES YOUR WORLD

• Fuselage and cockpit pressurization

• Engine casing tests

• Fin actuation loading tests

• Hydraulic system tests

• Load calibration tests

• Spacecraft structural integrity

• Testing of wind energy components

SPECIFICATIONS

The Aerospace Test Controller was
designed based on input from customers
from leading aerospace test laboratories,
making it the ideal choice for simple,
efficient operation in an array of testing
applications.

The Aerospace Test Controller can
handle up to 500 channels. Users can now
expand test rigs easily, run more tests
faster and increase test accuracy while
keeping the tested specimen totally safe
using the real-time hardware platform
recently introduced in the `moog test
controller. The control loop technology
can be used in manual control, constant
amplitude tests and has the capacity to
apply complex aerospace test spectra.

KEY FEATURES

• Advanced control that is expandible

up to 500 channels

• Unique control loops (e.g. force,
displacement) for faster and more
efficient testing and reduced set-up
time

• Simple operation that allows you to add
just the functionality you need for
cost-effective integration

• Flexibility with any hydraulic, electric or
pneumatic actuators

• Plug and play for cost-effective,
immediate integration of test modules

• Pseudo channels capability allowing
the user to create online calculated
channels using formulas and other
inputs, offering greater flexibility and
cost savings for the lab

• Matrix control provides measurement
and control flexibility for more efficient
testing

• Bumpless switching (e.g. position, force)
to take advantage of the full range of
application

• Scripting for digital and analog I/O as
well as limits and peak detectors makes
set up and running of tests easier

• Test-oriented TestBAR user interface

• Fast graphics capabilities for a large
number of signals

• Display engineering units, zoom option

Servo controller

Standard Inputs
(per channel)

Standard Outputs
(per channel)

• 2.5 kHz multi channel control loop

• Moog unique control loop

• Two feedback control possibilities (Force,
Position)

• Bumpless instant mode switching between force
and position mode

• 2x high resolution (0.03 %) with selectable gain
and bridge excitation.

• Pot meter input (0.03 %) (± 5 V 5 mA) or LVDT
input (0.03 %) with LVDT excitation
(5 V RMS @ 3.5 kHz)

• Encoder, absolute (SSI) maximum 32 bit or
relative 10 bit

• 16 bit input (± 10 V)

• 16 bits ± 100 mA valve driver output, with a
limit in software from 0 to 100 % or (hardware
selectable) ± 10 V output

• 2x 16 bit D/A converters, ± 10 V

Moog has offices around the world.
For more information or the office
nearest you, contact us online.

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Real-Time computer

Software

Power requirements

Optional items

• Intel chipset from single to quad core technology

• Clock frequency up to 2.8 GHz

• Local Ram up to 2 GB

• Hard-Drive up to 250 GB

• Aero Test software suite

• Conversion tools

• 95 - 132 VAC/ 190 - 240 VAC; 47 - 63 Hz

• Digital I/O board containing
8 inputs and 8 outputs

• Analog Input board containing
16 single ended inputs or 8 differential inputs

• Analog Output board containing 16 outputs

• TestMODEL for faster testing

• Ethernet interface to third-party DAQ
measurement devices

• TestPDA for remote control and tuning

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Aerospace Test Controller
Moog/Rev.2, June 2010, Id. CDL28943

This technical data is based on current available
information and is subject to change at any time
by Moog. Specifications for specific systems or
applications may vary.