Device for test loading

#The present invention relates to a device for test loading a fuselage barrel, in particular in the aviation and aerospace industry.

#The test loading of fuselage barrels, in particular with regard to their fatigue strength, is essential in order to ensure the safety of aircraft.

#When test loading fuselage barrels, there is the requirement for said fuselage barrels to be pressurised. Moreover, there is the further requirement to simulate gravitational force and/or acceleration forces acting on the masses, for example passengers or cargo, located in the fuselage barrel.

#The invention is described hereinafter in more detail with reference to embodiments and with reference to the accompanying figures, in which:

#FIG. 1 shows a side view of a device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; and

#FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of a portion of a framework structure of FIG. 1.

#In the figures, like reference numerals denote like or functionally equivalent components, unless stated otherwise.

#FIG. 1 shows a side view of a device 1 for test loading a fuselage barrel 2.

#The fuselage barrel 2 is made up of a skin 3 and possibly stringers and formers (not shown). Moreover, the fuselage barrel 2 comprises a passenger deck 5 in the vicinity of its centre line 4. Relative to the ground 6, shown for the sake of better orientation, the fuselage barrel 2 has a cargo deck 7 arranged below the passenger deck 5.