Freifalltests
Freifalltests, or free-fall tests, are experiments in which an object moves under the influence of gravity with little or no propulsion. The primary purpose is to observe motion in a gravity-dominated regime to measure aerodynamic drag, acceleration, and other forces acting on the body, as well as to validate physical models or to assess the performance of systems such as parachutes, landing gear, protective packaging, or experimental hardware.
Tests are usually performed in controlled facilities such as drop towers, tall laboratories, or vertical shafts.
Applications span aerospace (payload drops, re-entry, landing system testing), parachute and skydiving equipment evaluation, automotive and
Safety and risk management are integral, including facility certification, hazard analyses, and emergency procedures. The term