Lockheed Martin L-Frame Fixture


Project Overview:
Development of the A2100 Antenna Range L-Frame Fixture

Customer:
Lockheed Martin

Services Performed:
Provided design, analysis, fabrication, and first use supervision of the L-frame fixture.

Structural Analysis:

  • Generated a system level finite element model including the:
    • L-frame
    • proof load fixtures
    • miscellaneous components required for operation
  • Performed sttuctural analysis of components for all anticipated loading environments
  • Generated the Fundamental Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FFMEA)

Engineering Design:

  • Designed the L-frame and proof load fixture including the design of the lift beam, transport pallets and storage box
  • Coordinated the fabrication and assembly of the L-Frame
  • Managed all manufacturing vendors to ensure meeting the delivery schedule
  • Supervised acceptance and first use qualification testing at the Lockheed Martin facility in Newtown, PA