Design Performance Validation

without the costly launch

CTD specializes in composite material sample testing in or after exposure to harsh environments. Testing capabilities include NASA Cryoflex test, custom cryogenic temperature windows, elevated temperatures, vacuum of space, and radiation.

CTD offers standard ASTM and SACMA tests, as well as custom tests developed to provide unique information to our customers.

Cost-Effective

Provides actionable data to enhance rapid prototyping and design iterations. Ensures higher confidence for flight hardware which reduces the overall system acquisition cost.

Experienced

Decades of testing experience, expertise to improve system design to out-position the competition.

Reliable

Testing performed on-time & on-budget. CTD’s breadth across multiple programs enables your vision to become a proven reality.

Responsive

Quick response. Get the answers you need in days. Eliminate the guesswork and allow us to adapt to emerging program needs

Our Expertise

Cryogenic Testing and Elevated Temperature Testing
All tests can be perform with accurate temperature control from liquid helium to elevated temperatures
- 4K to 523K (-269°C to 250°C)
ASTM & SACMA Testing
CTD can perform all ASTM & SACMA standard tests for composite materials, including tensile, compression, and shear
Thermal Analysis
The following thermal analysis tests can be performed at temperatures ranging from 4K to 523K (-269°C to 250°C):
- Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE) Measurement
- Thermal Cycling
- NASA Cryoflex Test
Dielectric Testing
Dielectric testing on insulation materials can be performed in a variety of environments and temperatures. Test environments include liquid nitrogen (-196°C), dielectric oil (20°C-300°C), and air (20°C-450°C). Dielectric capabilities include:
- DC Voltage up to 120 kVDC
- AC Voltage up to 20 kVAC
- IR Measurement from 100 kΩ to 50 GΩ.
- Capacitance and Impedence Measurements
Analytical & Physical Testing
CTD has a wide variety of sophisticated equipment and expertise in analyzing material properties
- Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
- Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
- Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)
- Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
- Microscopic evaluation
- Viscosity and potlife
- Composite fiber volume fraction
- Material density
- Pre-preg quality testing for outlife, gel, and resin flow
Custom Test Development
CTD has expertise in designing tests to simulate actual end-use environments
- Ability to design, development and test large mock-ups and/or prototypes
- We can provide specimen fabrication and bonding services for flatwise tension, lap shear, and core shear testing
Videometry
CTD can perform high elongation material testing using videometry strain measurement

“CTD has been a big part of ATK’s material characterization program for the James Webb Space Telescope. Their data is extremely thorough and comprehensive saving me a lot of work once the samples arrive back.”

Northrop GrummanOrbital ATK

“CTD is extremely efficient and effective…our data is exquisite and your professionalism and skill are a significant component of this success.”

Lockheed MartinSpace Systems Company

“Thank you. Great work and responsiveness.”

Northrop GrummanAerospace Systems

Please let us know how we can enable your solution through our comprehensive testing services and to learn more about your mission

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