Working groups

PLOT has three working groups that meet several times a year.

Mechanical testing
The mechanical testing working group promotes knowledge exchange on simulation of the mechanical environment. The influence of mechanical loads on a component, sub-assembly or assembled system is investigated by exposing the product to a mechanical load (vibration, shock, impact) under controlled conditions. The working group exchanges knowledge on test methods, results and protocols and initiates development of mechanical test technology.

Reliability
The reliability working group aims to promote knowledge exchange about tests intended to make statements about the reliability of products. The working group focuses primarily on making environmental tests even more representative of practical conditions.

Climate
Natural climatic conditions such as sunlight, rain, sand, wind, seawater, air pollution and lightning can lead to chemical, physical and/or biological interactions on materials, components and (sub)systems. The Climate Working Group aims to promote the exchange of knowledge on related failure methods, tests, standards and analysis methods.