High-end Racing ApplicationsThe Racing ApplicationThe development goals are as follows:
- Ensuring the durability of the engine over the entire racing distance
- Increased engine performance
- Increased consumption efficiency (fuel and oil), reduced fuel consumption
- Weight reduction
- Development of efficient cooling systems
The following development tasks are carried out on the test bed:
- Basic verification of the mechanical engineering
- Determination of the full load friction point
- Input of steady-state data
- Dynamic optimization
- Development and optimization of special ECU functions (e.g. for launch control and traction control)
- Dynamic endurance testing
- Production tests: engine acceptance, running-in programs, leak check, performance tests
- Development of gear shift and differential strategies
The AVL SolutionAVL can provide a test bed solution especially designed to meet the requirements of high-end racing testing.
The optimum interaction of all the components creates a highly versatile test bed which can be used for all racing applications and enables fast and efficient total engine optimization.
- AVL is the only manufacturer that can provide an entire test facility all from one source and guarantee the perfect interaction of all the instrumentation
- Fewer expensive, time-intensive track tests as more can be shifted from road to rig
- The test bed can be quickly reconfigured when racing regulations change
- A better understanding of in-cylinder phenomena can be gained at a glance with the integrated online indicating function which unables efficient improvement of racing engine performance
- Unique total engine optimization due to the use of combined AVL methods – dynamic simulation of driver, vehicle and gear shift processes by dynamometer, control and automation.
Mechanical ComponentsAVL offers a wide range of mechanical equipment for all test bed operation. Proven standard solutions cover many automotive applications. In addition AVL provides tailor-made systems.
- AVL Engine Mounting System
- AVL Gearbox Dummy
- AVL High-Speed Shaft
- AVL Intermediate Bearing
- AVL Intermediate Frame
- AVL Isolated Base Plate with air suspension
- AVL Racing Pallet System
- AVL Shaft Guard
DynamometerA racing engine test bed has to be able to handle dynamic endurance testing (i.e. dynamic simulation of driver, vehicle and gear shift processes). That requires a dynamometer with very low mass inertia. The AVL DynoWheel dynamometer recommended by AVL for this application is characterized by its very low mass inertia of 0.77 kgm².
Using permanent-excitation DC machines with this minimal moment of inertia makes it possible to realistically simulate the actual wheel inertia so that simulation models can also be developed in real-time.
Product Description
Data Acquisition – Automation - Control and SimulationAVL PUMA Open allows high-end racing test runs to be easily configured or adapted using the graphical editor, as well as accurate data acquisition and evaluation, whereas EMCON and ISAC ensure exact dyno control and simulation of vehicle and driving conditions. The Track and Drive Editor allows a visualisation of the race track.
- AVL PUMA Open Automation System, configured for testing of high-end racing engines
- AVL Fast FEM Data Acquisition Units
- AVL EMCON 400: Engine and Dyno Monitoring and Control Unit
- AVL ISAC 400 Racing: Online simulation for engine, driver, road load and vehicle
Actuators and SensorsAVL offers a range of actuators for use on engine, transmission and powertrain test beds. Together with the automation System PUMA Open they allow fully automated test runs and simulations of driving conditions.
- AVL Actuator Stand
- AVL Clutch Actuator KA9100 – direct activation of vehicle pedal
- AVL Clutch Actuator KA9120 – clutch activation via main cylinder
- AVL Gear Shift Actuator 150 N – activation of the selector lever of automatic and robotized gearboxes
- AVL Gear Shift Actuator 400N – activation of the selector lever of automatic and robotized gearboxes
- AVL Gear Shift Actuator GSA 9000 – automatic gear shift robot for manual and optionally automatic gearboxes
- AVL Gear Shift Actuator GSE 9800 – actuator system activating the gear shift lever
- AVL Throttle Actuator FVG 9400 – Adjustment of the throttle valve or injection pump
Media Conditioning EquipmentAVL provides media conditioning equipment for the units under test and the media – coolant, oil, combustion air, fuel.
- AVL 553 Coolant Conditioning System
- AVL 554 Oil Conditioning System
- AVL Combustion Air Conditioning System
- AVL Dynamic Combustion Air Conditioning System
- AVL Fuel Temperature Control
- AVL Boost Air Conditioner
- AVL Exhaust Back Pressure Adjustment Kit
Operating Panels and CabinetsDepending on the available space and the test equipment required, AVL offers a range of easily adaptable modular system cabinets and operating consoles. Where only limited space is available, special compact solutions are available.
- AVL Test Commander Operating and Control Desk
- AVL Test System Operating and Control Cabinet
- AVL Test System Operating and Control Desk
- AVL Console for the operating panel AVL P400
- AVL Boom Box FEM
Other InstrumentsServiceTypical scope of service needed to install and commission the test bed
- Available training
- After-Sales Support
- Other services
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