AITM 1-0010 is an Airbus Industries Test Method for the compression-after-impact (CAI) evaluation of fibre-reinforced plastics, used in aerospace material qualification. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What AITM 1-0010 Covers
The method impacts a composite laminate and then loads it in compression to determine the residual strength, following the Airbus procedure used to qualify materials and processes for aircraft structures.
How CAI Is Performed
A plate is impacted at a defined energy, the damage is assessed, and the plate is compressed to failure. The residual compressive strength quantifies the damage tolerance of the laminate.
Reading the Designation
Cited as AITM 1-0010 with its issue. As an Airbus method, confirm the current issue and any programme-specific requirements. To configure CAI testing, request a quote.
Related Standards
ASTM D7137 and ISO 18352 are the ASTM and ISO CAI methods, and ASTM D7136 covers the impact step.
Request a Quote
Setting up compression-after-impact testing to AITM 1-0010? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your panel size and fixturing.
TensileMill CNC products for AITM-0010
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with AITM-0010:
TensileMill CNC – Classic Upgrade
Classic Upgrade – Flat Tensile & Impact Specimen Preparation
TensileTurn CNC – Industrial Upgrade – Round Tensile Sample Preparation Machine
Industrial Upgrade – Round Tensile Sample Preparation
Configure your AITM-0010 setup with TensileMill CNC
From specimen preparation to the test itself, TensileMill CNC supports the full AITM-0010 testing chain. Depending on your specimens, that can include CNC systems for flat and round impact specimen preparation with precision notching. Send us your specimen types and target standards, and we will help you spec the right system.