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Cable fatigue test bench

The cable fatigue test bench (BFC)—with its substantial capacity, featuring static loads of 24,000 kN and dynamic loads of 2,000 kN (axial) combined with 1,000 kN (transverse)—serves as a platform for full-scale (16-meter length) testing of cables used in civil engineering structures and marine renewable energy (MRE) applications. It enables a variety of dynamic and static tests, involving tension—either alone or combined with bending—depending on the intended use. Consequently, it allows for the characterization of the strength and fatigue resistance of mooring and dynamic cables, whether for established solutions or those currently under development (aimed at optimizing cables and anchoring systems).

Practical information

Thématique

  • Infrastructure and materials
  • Materials, structure, construction

Secteur(s) applications

  • Construction industries
  • New energy systems

Laboratory

  • MAST / SMC - Structures Métalliques et à Câbles

Domaine(s) expertise

  • RME cables
  • Civil engineering cables
  • Mechanical testing
  • Monitoring

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In detail

Contacts

Contact and manager

Laurent GAILLET, Lamine DIENG

Address

Allée des Ponts et Chaussées, CS 5004  44344  Bouguenais (Pays de la Loire)

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