Halcyon has conducted an elementary test campaign to characterize our flagship material: the 100% aluminum sandwich.
As part of a CNES-supported project, test specimens made by Halcyon were tested in buckling, 4-point bending, tension and compression.
The results are very good, particularly for buckling and for the geometry of the specimens considered. Indeed, the buckling response of a material is highly dependent on the geometry of the part considered.
It was noted that for specimens with 1.5mm thick sheets and a 20mm honeycomb, with the geometry defined on the images, the breaking force is 78kN: 7800kg can be applied to the edge of the part before it breaks! 7800kg is 100 people on a 15x10cm specimen!
These tests enable Halcyon to improve its technical proposals. Our aim is to offer you parts with the best weight/performance ratio.
If you wish more information about our knowledge and ability to meet your specific needs, the Halcyon team will be happy to answer your questions!