Damage analysis — Investigation and prevention of material failure
What is damage analysis and why is it essential?
Damage analysis is an investigation process in which the causes of material failure, cracking or defects are determined. At Deon Research Centre, damage analyses play a crucial role in sectors such as aviation, automotive, construction, mechanical engineering and energy. Through accurate analysis, it can be determined why and how materials or products have been damaged, and how recurrence can be prevented in the future. A reliable damage analysis not only helps to solve acute problems, but also to improve product design, material selection and maintenance strategies.
Why choose damage analysis at Deon Research Centre?
Our damage analysis offers clear answers in case of unexpected defects or failures. The benefits are:
- Cause analysis: discover the real cause of damage, such as fatigue, corrosion, overload or production errors.
- Quality improvement: use the insights to prevent future defects and increase reliability.
- Dispute support: objective and independent analyses that are valuable in legal or insurance processes.
- Process optimization: advice based on test results to improve design and material selection.
How does damage analysis work at Deon Research Centre?
The process involves a combination of visual inspection, laboratory testing, and advanced microscopy techniques:
- Visual and optical inspection: initial assessment of fractures, cracks, or surface defects.
- Microscopy (SEM-EDX and light microscopy): detailed analysis of crack patterns and material structures.
- Chemical analysis: research into corrosion, contamination or material contamination.
- Mechanical tests: additional tensile-, bend- or fatigue tests to confirm the failure behavior.
During these studies, we focus on:
- Fracture patterns: determining whether damage has occurred due to fatigue, brittleness or overload.
- Environmental influences: assessing the effects of humidity, temperature or chemicals.
- Material consistency: check that the material used meets the required standards.
Applications of damage analysis in the industry
At Deon Research Centre, we carry out damage analyses in various sectors:
- Aerospace: investigation of material breakages or defects under extreme conditions.
- Automotive: analysis of engine components, body structures and bearings in case of unexpected failure.
- Construction and infrastructure: assessing concrete, steel and composite materials after damage or collapse.
- Mechanical engineering: determining the causes of defects in gears, shafts and bearings.
- Energy and sustainable systems: analysis of damage in wind turbine blades, pipes and turbines.
What does this mean for your company?
By investing in damage analysis, you can:
- Prevent the recurrence of failures and improve product reliability.
- Reduce costs through more efficient maintenance strategies and less downtime.
- Ensuring safety, essential for high-risk sectors such as aviation and energy.
- Acquiring knowledge that leads to innovation in the use of materials and product design.
We offer comprehensive damage analysis at Deon Research Centre!
Wondering how our damage analysis can help your company resolve defects and improve product reliability? Our team provides expert and independent analyses that ensure insight into the cause and practical solutions for the future. Contact us for more information and find out how we support your organization with professional claims analysis.
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