Embraer successfully completes wing stress tests

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Embraer announced the successful completion of initial wing structural fatigue testing on its Platform for New Technologies (PDNT). This project, funded by Brazil’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, aims to conduct low- and medium-technology readiness level research and development.

Project progress and supporters

The innovation project, led by Embraer, is developing processes and methods to support analysis on ground test benches. The project is supported by the national science and technology funding agency. Companies such as Alltec, Equatorial, Motora, and TecCer are participating. The goal is to promote advanced research and development in the field of sustainable aviation.

Carrying out the wing test

The static load test was conducted at ACS Aviation, an Embraer partner in São José dos Campos, Brazil. These tests confirmed innovative processes and the effectiveness of new materials. The wing tested was subjected to loads twice the expected limits. Despite the high loads, the structure withstood the test and delivered positive results.

Involvement of academic institutions

The project involves the collaboration of several Brazilian research institutes, including the Technological Institute of Aeronautics (ITA), the Institute of Technological Research (IPT), the Mauá Technology Institute, and the São Carlos Engineering School, part of the University of São Paulo. These institutes are contributing significantly to the project’s further development through their scientific input.

Future project steps

The next steps of the project include the production of the airframe and the tail assembly of the flying laboratory. Embraer plans to secure the future of sustainable aviation through progressive innovations. The implementation of these steps is intended to further strengthen Brazil‘s position in the global aviation sector and improve its competitiveness.

Embraer is a global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, operating in commercial and executive aviation, as well as defense and security. Since its founding in 1969, Embraer has delivered over 9,000 aircraft. On average, an Embraer aircraft takes off every ten seconds worldwide, carrying 150 million passengers annually.