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Surface Characterisation and Ice Adhesion
AAC – Your Partner for Advanced Anti-Icing Solutions and Testing Services
Icing is a constant challenge in aviation, posing risks to both aircraft in flight and on the ground. At AAC, we’ve honed our specialization in anti-icing surfaces to empower the aviation industry with advanced solutions.
Our comprehensive suite of tests is designed to focus on critical aspects of anti-icing surfaces, providing you with indispensable insights into your materials. When you choose AAC, you gain access to a wealth of essential data, including:
- Static Water Contact Angle (WCA)
- Surface Energy Determination
- Roll-Off Angle
- Surface Roughness
- Immersion into typical aviation liquids (Hydraulic fluids, Solvents, De-Icing liquids, Water, Aqueous cleaners, etc.)
- Ice Adhesion Shear Force: Our in-house self-developed test rig is designed for rapid determination of the adhesion shear force.
AAC is your trusted partner in the aviation industry, offering vital data and insights to enhance anti-icing solutions. With our advanced testing capabilities, we help you stay ahead of the challenges posed by icing. Additionally, our facilities extend beyond those tests, as we complementary provide a variety of environmental tests, all conducted in-house.