On June 24th, we ran our first ever webinar: “The Smoothest Test Campaign You’ve Ever Run”—designed to help engineers and project managers reduce the time, cost and complexity of testing mission critical hardware
Here are our top 5 takeaways
- Repeatability and Rapid Reset Are Game-Changers
Dcubed’s release actuators (like the pin puller and release nut) are designed for easy, tool-free resets, enabling hundreds of test cycles without refurbishment. This drastically reduces both cost and turnaround time, making “test as you fly, fly as you test” a practical reality.
- Testing-Friendly Hardware Unlocks Agile Development
The ability to integrate and test quickly with minimal overhead allows companies to adopt a more iterative, agile approach—testing during every design step rather than waiting for a final configuration.
- Poor Design for Vibe/Shock Can Destroy Hardware
Rapid test cycles are great—but cutting corners on vibration or shock analysis can lead to catastrophic damage. Dcubed engineer Guillem Quintana Buil cited test failures caused by rattling components and preload miscalculations that resulted in mechanisms welding themselves together during vibe.
- Record All Test Data—Even “Boring” Runs
Whether it’s a weekend thermal vacuum soak or repeated vibe runs, failing to record full housekeeping and sensor data is a major risk. Without it, post-failure troubleshooting becomes guesswork.
- Lead Time, Cost, and Support Still Matter
Even in space-grade hardware, buyers prioritize short lead times, transparent pricing, and responsive customer support. Dcubed’s off-the-shelf approach, lack of export controls, and easy online ordering were strong factors in customer decisions.
Interest piqued?
Why not watch the whole webinar including a product demo: we’ve got you covered!
Watch the full Webinar here now!
Then, contact us to discuss how Dcubed actuators can make your next testing campaign a breeze: sales@dcubed-space.com
