Wire harness testing
Narrowbody maintenance pressures eased by engine test solution
MK Test Systems are easing narrowbody maintenance market pressures with a complete turnkey APU and aircraft engine test solution. The resurgence in the airline industry’s narrowbody segment is driving substantial growth in the narrowbody engine maintenance market. For MROs, this translates to increased workloads and mounting pressures to deliver timely and high-quality maintenance services. In…
Read MoreFixed or Floating earth? Unveiling the Dilemma in Electrical Testing
In electrical and electronic testing, precision and reliability reign supreme. As engineers and technicians develop increasingly complex circuitry and connectivity designs, they encounter a critical decision point: fixed or floating earth? This blog article explores the nuances, advantages and applications of both, helping you decide whether to use fixed or floating earth systems. This article…
Read MoreCurtains up for safety: How light curtains protect test operators from high voltage hazards – safety light curtains
Within manufacturing settings, safety light curtains stand as crucial protectors, shielding operators from potential harm by creating a sensing screen between danger points in the system or machinery. In this article Alex Dixon, Project Manager at MK Test Systems, summarises the benefits and use of these safety devices in conjunction with an MK Test…
Read MoreMilitary Aircraft Reliability: How Automated Testing Ensures Precision
The crucial role of automated testing in military aircraft and large assemblies In the ever-evolving landscape of military and defense technologies, the reliability and efficiency of electrical systems, especially in aircraft and large assemblies, are pivotal for national security. With a heightened reliance on advanced aviation systems and intricate electronic components, the importance of precise…
Read MoreLockheed Martin order first RTS system
MK Test systems is very pleased to announce receipt of the first RTS ® order from Lockheed Martin. The system will be implemented in the aerospace and defence corporation’s Fort Worth, TX site. It is expected to be the first of multiple orders for RTS, MK’s modular wire harness test system. …
Read MoreMK Test Systems bring flexible automation to EV battery testing
Fully charged for battery testing success MK Test Systems are bringing their automated, computer controlled HV (high voltage) test systems to the battery sector. The Automeg ® product range has been used in the demanding sectors of aerospace, defence and rolling stock manufacture and maintenance for the past 30+ years. The systems have developed…
Read MoreModular wire harness test system benefits
This article explains the benefits of a modular wire harness test system for harness shops and wire harness manufacturers. It also explains how our RTS ® (Real Time Scanning) test system is a modular solution which improves test speed through its many features. Going small to see big improvements As wire harnesses become more complex, advanced…
Read MoreWhat’s the difference between 2 and 4 wire testing?
This article offers an explanation of what 2-wire and 4-wire resistance testing is, and explains when each method would be the most appropriate technique. Written by Jo Bimson, Principal Systems Engineer at MK Test Systems. Introduction Most automatic harness test systems offer 2-wire or 4-wire resistance measurement capabilities. Some systems also offer dual-wire measurements, offering…
Read MoreDoD electrical testing applications
The United States Department of Defense (DoD) requires wire harness testing on all aircraft. This article gives an overview of DoD electrical testing applications where MK Test Systems can provide solutions. Written by Steve Hill, Sales Account Manager and our US defense applications expert. Summary For over 35 years, Army weapon systems have relied on…
Read MoreNATEP funding awarded to develop hybrid cable test system
MK Test Systems and AVoptics awarded NATEP funding for a hybrid cable test system for electrical-optical cables MK Test Systems and AVoptics have been jointly awarded a NATEP funding grant by Innovate UK. The grant will fund a joint R&D project developing a hybrid cable test system driven by MK Test’s MKAT software, with AVoptics being the…
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