ARS to Attend the Spacecraft and Launch Vehicle Dynamic Environments Workshop (SCLV) 2026

Acoustic Research Systems (ARS) is pleased to announce that we will be attending the 2026 Spacecraft and Launch Vehicle Dynamic Environments Workshop (SCLV), taking place June 2–4, 2026 in El Segundo, California.

Hosted annually, SCLV brings together leaders from industry, government, academia across the aerospace community to discuss the latest approaches in designing, modeling, analyzing, and testing modern space systems for acoustic, vibration, shock, and dynamic environments.

For ARS, the workshop represents an important opportunity to contribute to ongoing conversations surrounding mission assurance, acoustic testing methodologies, and the evolving requirements of today’s spacecraft and launch vehicle programs.

Supporting the Future of Dynamic Environments Testing

As launch systems, spacecraft architectures, and mission profiles continue to evolve, the need for accurate and efficient environmental testing becomes increasingly critical. Workshops such as SCLV play an important role in advancing collaboration across organizations working to improve how dynamic environments are characterized, simulated, and validated.

The event’s focus aligns closely with ARS’ work in Direct Field Acoustic Noise (DFAN) testing and acoustic simulation technologies, which are used to support spacecraft qualification, structural validation, and mission readiness programs across the aerospace industry.

The workshop’s informal technical format encourages open discussion and collaboration between engineers, researchers, and program teams working across the aerospace sector.

Featured Technical Presentations

The ARS team has contributed to several technical presentations throughout the workshop – highlighting ongoing industry collaboration in acoustic testing, simulation, and modal survey methodologies.

Tuesday, June 2nd — 11:45 AM

Modal Survey Test of Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA) Structural Test Article Using Direct Field Acoustic Noise as the Excitation Source

Presented by: Kevin Napolitano (ATA Engineering, Inc.), the session titled:

Includes contributions from:

• Dale Schick (Acoustic Research Systems)
• Chris Sensor (Siemens Digital Industries Software)

Wednesday, June 3rd – 11:50 AM

Panel Session: Discussing Recent Advances in Direct Field Acoustic Testing

Panelist include:

• Dale Schick (Acoustic Research Systems)

Thursday, June 4 — 10:55 AM

Enhancements to the Direct Field Acoustic Noise (DFAN) Test Simulation Capabilities in wave6

Presented by: Dr. Indranil Dandaroy (DS – wave6)

Includes Contributions from:

• Ed Heyd (Acoustic Research Systems)
• Julien Legault (DS – wave6)
• Phil Shorter (DS – wave6)

Thursday, June 4 — 12:10 PM

Simulation of Multi-Zone Direct Field Acoustic Noise (DFAN) Test of Orion Spacecraft using wave6

Presented by: David Lewis (Lockheed Martin Space)

Includes Contributions from:

• Daniel Hayes (Acoustic Research Systems)

Together, these sessions reflect the collaborative nature of modern spacecraft testing and the continued work taking place across industry partners to advance acoustic simulation, modal methodologies, and dynamic environments engineering.

Connecting with the Aerospace Community

Beyond the technical program, SCLV provides an opportunity for aerospace professionals across spacecraft, launch vehicle, and test organizations to exchange ideas and discuss emerging challenges facing modern mission development.

ARS looks forward to connecting with attendees throughout the workshop and contributing to discussions surrounding acoustic testing, mission assurance, and dynamic testing.