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AFRL facility brings new capabilities for rain erosion testing
The newly-upgraded AFRL Supersonic Rain Erosion Test Facility allows researchers to evaluate materials and coatings durability by subjecting them to real-world rain and weather conditions. The apparatus fills a much-needed role by enabling testing at over 650 mph and into Mach speeds. (U.S. Air Force photo/Holly Jordan)
AFRL facility brings new capabilities for rain erosion testing
The AFRL Supersonic Rain Erosion Facility test chamber was updated with features including a new lighting and camera system and advanced spray nozzles. This test facility allows researchers to evaluate materials and coatings durability by subjecting them to real-world rain and weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Holly Jordan)
AFRL erosion testing is out of this world
The AFRL Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Erosion Team conducted a series of coatings durability tests for NASA’s Mars 2020 rover, pictured here in an artist’s rendition. (Photo courtesy of NASA/JPL-Caltech)