Mercer Engineering Research Center

A Research Institute of Mercer University

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We Deliver Solutions

MERC’s commitment to customer support is continually demonstrated through our motto: “Where real problems meet real solutions.”

Since our founding in 1987, we have supported our diverse customer base with wide-ranging services. Our well-equipped facilities and experienced team allow us to provide cutting-edge scientific research engineering services for growing sectors.

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Recent Projects

AC-130W 105mm Flight Testing and Analysis

MERC has worked alongside the United States Air Force (USAF) Special Operations Forces (SOF) Engineering to ensure the continued safety of USAF personnel and the aircraft during sustained operation of major weapon systems present on the…

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C-130 Center-Wing Section Fatigue Test

MERC tested redesigned structural components of the C-130 aircraft center wing. The redesigned center wing structural components were subjected to both fatigue loading under flight load spectra and static testing beyond the design ultimate load of…

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Flight Maneuver Recognition for the H-1 Helicopter

MERC recently developed flight maneuver recognition algorithms in MATLAB for both UH-1N and TH-1H helicopters. The algorithms determine the actual usage spectrum from historical flight data recorded by the Loads / Environment Spectra Survey (L/ESS) system.…

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Recent News

MERC proudly supports the 50th annual Dixie Crow Symposium

MERC was proud to participate in and serve as a sponsor of the 50th annual Association of Old Crows Dixie Crow Symposium, held in the Museum of Aviation’s Century of Flight Hangar, Robins AFB. Several MERC…

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Total Refresh

MERC recently underwent a complete refurbishment of its 113,000 sq. ft. facility, which included new paint and carpet in all the offices, laboratories, and hallways. The refurbishment took well over three months. Many employees commented on…

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Employees Retire after a Combined 79 years of service

MERC would like to recognize the contributions of the following three employees: Scott Foster, Beth Johnson, and Dr. Bob McGinty Scott Foster served as MERC’s electronics specialist for almost 23 years. He contributed to the successful…

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