Environmental Test and Reliability Conference Sessions
Conference sessions are comprised of technical papers, panels, and case studies on the latest issues impacting the industry. Get the most up-to-date information from leading industry experts in your fields.
Program subject to change. More session presentations will be added below as they are approved.
All session times are shown in Central Time.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Dynamics Testing - A Closer Look
1:15 - 3:05 p.m.
Experts share insights into fatigue life prediction, modal analysis, and the use of advanced shaker systems and instrumentation to ensure products can withstand destructive, real-world dynamic environments.
Climatics Testing
3:25 - 5:15 p.m.
Experts will present research on the latest developments in climatics testing.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Testing of Space Hardware: Earth to Orbit Reliability
9:30 - 11:20 a.m.
This session features technical papers on the unique challenges and advancements in environmental testing for space hardware. Gain insights into the rigorous processes and standards required to ensure components, subsystems, and full spacecraft can reliably operate under the extreme conditions of launch, deep space, and planetary environments.
Battery Manufacturing: Contamination Control, Testing, and the Hazards Surrounding It
1 - 5 p.m.
This session features technical papers addressing the critical aspects of achieving high-quality and safe battery manufacturing. This includes electrostatic control, contamination control through dry rooms, hazards throughout the manufacturing lifecycle for worker safety, plus more.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Sustainability in Test Labs
8 - 9:50 a.m.
This session gathers technical papers exploring the critical role of sustainability in modern environmental test laboratories. Discover how to align rigorous reliability testing with environmental stewardship to build a greener, more responsible test infrastructure.
Testing of Aviation Equipment
10:10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
This session presents technical papers focusing on the stringent environmental testing protocols required for aviation and aerospace equipment. Discover the methodologies used to guarantee the safety and reliability of critical avionics and systems across the full spectrum of operational flight conditions.
Fixture Design and Control Techniques
3 - 4:50 p.m.
This session features technical papers on the critical role of fixture design and control techniques in achieving accurate and repeatable environmental tests
Thursday, May 7, 2026
The Engineer's Guide to Accelerometer Selection
8 - 9:50 a.m.
Leading experts will look at the critical specifications and performance parameters needed to select the ideal sensor for diverse measurement challenges, from shock testing to precise vibration monitoring.
The Next-Generation Test Lab: AI for Testing
10:10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
This session explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally transforming environmental testing. Leading experts will focus on AI-driven advacements for your test lab.
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