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Aerospace & Defense
Pushing the Boundaries of Environmental Simulations
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Shock Response Spectrum testing uses controlled impacts to replicate flight environments, helping validate aerospace components under real-world shock loads.
Component Development Testing
CAN and LIN Technologies in Automotive Testing
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MGA leverages advanced CAN/LIN bus control to validate automotive ECUs, enhance durability testing, and support next-generation EV and vehicle systems.
Battery Testing
Electric Vehicle Battery Management System Testing
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MGA advances EV safety with BMS testing to GTR 20, validating battery protection systems under overcharge, over-discharge, overcurrent and short-circuit.
MGA Announces the Passing of Dr. Patrick M. Miller
MGA honors founder Dr. Patrick M. Miller, whose leadership, integrity, and vision shaped decades of safety innovation and built a lasting legacy.
Battery Testing
MGA’s Development in Battery Testing
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MGA offers 40+ years of battery testing across NY, MI, and WI, covering cells to full packs with ISO/IEC 17025-accredited EV and energy storage testing.
Component Development Testing
Interior Emissions Testing at MGA Research
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MGA performs accredited interior emissions testing, analyzing VOCs like Benzene and Formaldehyde in vehicle materials to ensure safety and regulatory compliance
Aerospace & Defense
Bringing Aircraft Sled to ANH Sabong Factory
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MGA supports South Korea’s aerospace and automotive markets with turn-key test systems, aircraft sled installations, and engineer training.
Vehicle Safety Testing
All About Impact Testing for Safer Cars
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MGA performs comprehensive automotive crash and component impact testing, simulating human body responses to improve vehicle and pedestrian safety globally.
Aerospace & Defense
Aircraft Component/Assembly Testing in MGA Canada
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MGA Canada advances aircraft safety with dynamic sled, structural, environmental, and materials testing, supporting DO-160, AS8049, and AS8043 standards.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Off-Road Testing
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MGA provides off-road vehicle testing for ATVs, UTVs, and PTVs, covering ROPS, durability, electrification, and safety compliance to global standards.
Component Development Testing
MGA’s 3D Printing Solutions
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MGA uses 3D printing for fixtures, prototypes, and part simulations, offering strong, precise, and cost-effective solutions across six North American labs.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Expands Large Vehicle Testing Capabilities with Impact Pendulum
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MGA’s new impact pendulum and roof crush system enables commercial and heavy-duty vehicle testing to ECE R29, SAE J2422, and BOF10 standards.
Component Development Testing
Material Testing in the Southwest
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MGA expands material testing capabilities across North America, supporting automotive and aerospace industries with full test plans and emerging market needs.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Increasing Airbag Deployment in the Southern US
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MGA tests airbags and seatbelt systems across North America, offering full-vehicle and component-level deployments with advanced chambers and data capture.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA’s New California Facility Conducting Official Testing for Local Customers
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MGA’s Hughson, CA lab is ISO 17025 accredited, offering FMVSS, durability, pyroshock, and dimensional testing with plans for expanded vehicle capabilities.
Vehicle Safety Testing
Vehicle Accessory Testing
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MGA tests automotive accessories like roof racks, cargo dividers, and tablet holders to ensure FMVSS & ISO compliance without full vehicle crashes.
Vehicle Safety Testing
214 Equipment Upgrades to Meet the New Challenges for Electric Vehicles
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MGA upgraded side impact test systems for EVs, handling higher loads from rigid battery platforms while maintaining FMVSS 214 compliance
MGA Research Announces West Coast Expansion
MGA opens new 80,000 sq ft test facility in Hughson, CA, expanding automotive, aerospace, and EV testing capabilities on the West Coast.
Vehicle Safety Testing
21” Accelerator Sled Playing Major Role in EV Development
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MGA’s 12” and 21” accelerator sleds deliver precise, repeatable crash testing for automotive, EV, aircraft, CRS, and battery components.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Key Contributor to Nissan’s New Crash Test Facility in Farmington Hills, Michigan
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MGA supported Nissan in building their new Safety Advancement Lab, providing equipment, integration, and staff training for full crash testing capabilities.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Advances Crash And Rollover Testing With Steering Robot
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MGA’s advanced crash lanes and GPS-guided steering robots enable precise, repeatable crash and rollover testing.
Component Development Testing
MGA Texas Expanding Into The Automotive Sector
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MGA Texas offers advanced automotive & aerospace testing, including robotics, environmental chambers, 3D scanning & printing for reliable, precise results.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Expanding Airbag Testing in Alabama
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MGA Alabama offers advanced airbag testing for automotive OEMs, with environmental chambers, custom fixtures, and high-speed monitoring for precise results.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Supports the Advancement of the Mass Transit and Rail Industry
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MGA South Carolina leads in mass transit & rail testing, using accelerator sleds, advanced dummies, and cutting-edge equipment to enhance passenger safety.
Aerospace & Defense
Seat Harness and Airbags in Aircraft Interiors
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MGA leads in aircraft crash testing, evaluating seat belts, safety harnesses, and airbags with dynamic, static, and environmental tests.
Component Development Testing
MGA Expands Sun Exposure Testing Capabilities
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MGA expands environmental testing with a solar simulation chamber, enabling precise sunlight, temperature, and humidity testing for automotives.
Component Development Testing
Noise, Vibration and Harshness - Buzz, Squeak and Rattle Testing at MGA Research Corporation
component-development-testing
MGA’s BSR lab uses semi-anechoic chambers, multi-axis shakers, and sound cameras to detect, analyze, and prevent squeak, rattle, and vibration issues.
Vehicle Safety Testing
Occupant Seating Studies
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Occupant Seating Studies ensure precise crash test dummy positioning, harmonizing physical and simulation testing for accurate automotive safety evaluations.
Component Development Testing
Life Cycle Expansion – Texas
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MGA Texas expands lifecycle testing for automotive and aerospace components with Smart Pneumatic Controllers and a Nachi robot arm.
Vehicle Safety Testing
Expansion of Child Restraint Testing to MGA’s Canadian Facility
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MGA Canada expands child restraint testing (CMVSS 213) with accelerator sleds, high-speed cameras, and CPST-certified staff.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Leads Electric Vehicle Crash Testing
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MGA leads in electric vehicle crash testing, following FMVSS 305 standards, with 40+ years of high-voltage safety experience.
MGA’s Remote Witnessing and Virtual Meetings Update
MGA enhances early product development with remote collaboration tools, enabling real-time project review, test setup discussions, and dynamic results.
Component Development Testing
MGA Research Rolls Out New Generation of Power and Pneumatic Durability Controllers
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MGA’s advanced pneumatic and power controllers automate lifecycle testing for automotive components, monitoring force, position, and electrical continuity.
Component Development Testing
MGA Research Expands the Equipment Fabrication Center
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MGA’s NY design and fabrication center builds industry-leading automotive, aerospace, and defense test equipment, from crash systems to battery enclosure.
Aerospace & Defense
The Advancement of Aircraft Dynamic Safety testing at MGA
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FAA-accepted aircraft sled testing with A2LA-accredited facilities, advanced carriages, and 100+ dummies, supporting seat and interior safety per AS8049 and CFR
Component Development Testing
Trailer Hitch and Towing Accessory Testing
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accredited trailer hitch testing for OEMs, covering strength, durability, and safety per SAE, European, and Australian standards for all hitch types and classes
Battery Testing
Battery Lab Expansion in Wisconsin
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comprehensive lithium-ion battery testing for EVs and hybrid vehicles, covering safety, mechanical, electrical, and environmental modes with customized protocol
Vehicle Safety Testing
OMDB and the Future of Crashworthiness
vehicle-safety-testing
MGA performs NHTSA’s OMDB impact tests using THOR 50th Male ATDs to evaluate vehicle crashworthiness in small overlap and oblique collisions.
Aerospace & Defense
Aircraft Testing Services Beyond AS8049
aerospace-defense
MGA provides comprehensive environmental and structural testing for aircraft interiors, supporting DO-160 and SAE AS8049 standards
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA at the Forefront of Modified and Accessible Vehicle Safety
vehicle-safety-testing
MGA provides safety testing for modified and mobility vehicles, ensuring compliance with FMVSS standards for hybrid, EV, and accessible vehicle conversions.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Meets the Needs of the Growing Automotive Industry in the Southeast
vehicle-safety-testing
MGA supports the Southeast automotive industry with full-service testing, including component, seating, and full vehicle crashworthiness at SC and AL facilities
Vehicle Safety Testing
Expansion of Rollover Capabilities Continues at MGA
vehicle-safety-testing
MGA advances vehicle safety with rollover testing, including soil and curb trip, helping OEMs evaluate restraint system performance and crashworthiness.
Aerospace & Defense
Commercial Airliner Landing Gear Testing
aerospace-defense
MGA provides comprehensive testing for aircraft landing gear systems per RTCADO 160, ensuring performance, durability, and safety under extreme conditions.
Vehicle Safety Testing
Latest Updates in Pedestrian Protection
vehicle-safety-testing
MGA provides pedestrian protection testing, including impact, crash avoidance, and sensor evaluation, helping OEMs meet evolving global safety standards.
Aerospace & Defense
Mine Blast Simulation
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MGA provides specialized mine blast testing, including leg impactors, drop towers, and WIAman ATDs, helping military vehicles reduce injury risks from IEDs.
Vehicle Safety Testing
Child Passenger Safety – Child Restraint Crashworthiness
vehicle-safety-testing
MGA delivers 16+ years of expertise in dynamic child restraint testing, offering FMVSS 213, side impact evaluation, booster fit studies, and real-world safety.
Aerospace & Defense
Pyroshock Expansion in Texas
aerospace-defense
MGA expands its Irving, TX facility with two new pyroshock systems, providing repeatable SRS curves and enhanced vibration capabilities for aerospace testing.
Aerospace & Defense
Aircraft Industry R&D Assistance
aerospace-defense
MGA has spent 25 years advancing aircraft interior testing, offering innovative methods like the inverted pendulum, linear dynamic impactor, and static frame.
Component Development Testing
Industry Challenges in Evaluating Vibration/Shock Performance
component-development-testing
MGA provides advanced vibration and shock testing for automotive, aerospace, defense, and military components.
Battery Testing
MGA Continues Battery Testing Expansion as the Automotive Industry Cranks Up the Dial on Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
battery-testing
Discover MGA's expanded battery testing facilities for EVs, offering comprehensive safety chambers, thermal testing, and impact simulation.
Vehicle Safety Testing
MGA Leads Sensor Development in Rollover Events
vehicle-safety-testing
Discover MGA's advanced rollover testing expertise, featuring multiple test modes, robotic systems & 20 years of vehicle safety development experience.
Vehicle Safety Testing
Automated Airbag Deployment System
vehicle-safety-testing
Learn about MGA's Automated Environmental Airbag Deployment System, offering precise airbag testing from -40°C to 90°C in just 10 seconds.
Vehicle Safety Testing
Investing in the Future – Crashworthiness Expansion
vehicle-safety-testing
Discover MGA Research's crash testing facilities in Wisconsin & Alabama, offering 1000+ annual tests, 6 crash lanes & 40+ years of safety expertise.
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