compression test
the result of the test, conducted until the space
between impact surface and bumper body was
eliminated by applying a load of 6000
daN without any sign of breakage.
cyclic test
the test consisted of applying a cyclic force
with a constant load for 10.000 cycles without
changing its functionality.
wear test
the test consisted of monitoring the wear of different
components; the weight measurements taken after
750 cycles showed a weight loss of 2 g without losing
its functional characteristics.
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