The project was codenamed "Ariadne"—a wire harness for the new Europa-class subsea drones. These drones dove seven kilometers into the abyssal plain, where the pressure could crush a steel drum like paper. If a connection failed down there, the drone wouldn't just stop working. It would implode. And with it, five years of research and three careers.
To achieve certification under DIN EN 60352-2, crimp connections must undergo rigorous testing. These tests are divided into mechanical and electrical categories. Mechanical Pull-Out Force din en 60352-2 pdf
The primary goal of is to determine the suitability of crimped connections by evaluating them under specified mechanical, electrical, and atmospheric conditions. The project was codenamed "Ariadne"—a wire harness for
Must show distinct deformation (such as a B-crimp or hex-crimp) without cracks. din en 60352-2 pdf