Metrology - Test instrumentation

Objectives

Master the evaluation of measurement uncertainties
Know the technologies of sensors and measurement chains

Skills acquired

Mobilize a wide field of fundamental and technical sciences related to avionics and space systems, and have the ability to analyze and synthesize them
Design, dimension, carry out and test a troubleshooting/modification of an on-board system in an aircraft.

Basics of statistics and probability: AP5SISPI

Contents

Instrumentation

Metrology, international standards

Technology of sensors used in aeronautical maintenance (pressure, force, temperature, etc.)
Characteristics and performance of measurement chains
Measurement uncertainties and definitional uncertainties
Principles of calibration
2 dedicated practical exercises:
Dynamometric measurements and deformations
Pressure and temperature measurements



Teaching method
On-line courses on Moodle. Face-to-face sessions are devoted to answering students' questions and applying concepts to case studies.
Practical work is followed by an experimental report and/or oral presentation.

Aircraft systems