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Defence and Aerospace testing services
Provided by DEKRA Testing and Certification SAU · Spain
Service description
Through this service, DEKRA offers accredited electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), radiofrequency (RF), and environmental testing services tailored for the aerospace and defence sectors, under ILAC recognition. The duration of the service depends on the scope and complexity of the required tests, defined during the initial evaluation in accordance with relevant standards. The service targets manufacturers of components or systems for the aerospace, defence, and naval industries that must comply with technical standards such as MIL-STD, RTCA DO-160, and other sector-specific requirements. The goal of the service is to verify product compliance with strict operational, environmental, and radio performance standards, ensuring safety, reliability, and global market readiness.
The phases of the service: a) Initial project evaluation and planning, b) Sample preparation and reception, c) Test execution, and d) Delivery of accredited reports. The activities delivered are: a) EMC testing: emissions and immunity (conducted/radiated), ESD, electrical transients, pulses, and discharges, b) Radiofrequency testing: verification of transmission characteristics and coexistence for wireless devices, c) Environmental testing: temperature, humidity, vibration, corrosion, thermal shock, fluids, explosive atmospheres, fire, and others, and d) Testing according to MIL-STD-461G, DO-160G, AECTP, and related standards. The service aims to startups get accredited technical reports certifying compliance with applicable military, aerospace, and RF regulations. The service is conducted primarily at DEKRA's laboratory in Spain, equipped with anechoic chambers, climatic and vibration facilities, and radio testing infrastructure suitable for high-demand applications.
The services are custom made based on the needs of client. The quotation will vary depending on the Equipment Under Test specifications, RF interfaces and final use/sector. These will determine the standards applicable for testing. Additionally, the scope and markets of destination will determine the kind of certifications applicable and our quotation will vary accordingly.