OEMs and suppliers are developing new propulsion system concepts, transitioning from traditional transmission technologies (manual, automatic, dual-clutch) to fully electrified powertrains. Electric drives and high-voltage components are now central to this shift.
To support development and system integration, customers require testing systems that not only evaluate mechanical subsystems but also optimize high-voltage electrical subsystems. These testing solutions ensure that both mechanical and electrical components are seamlessly integrated, enabling efficient and reliable performance in modern powertrain designs.
Performance Testing
Advanced powertrain performance testing ensures optimal performance for light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles. For light-duty, our systems use two or four dynamometers delivering 3,200–7,000 Nm of torque and 220–500 kW of power, with a battery emulator up to 1,000 kW. Heavy-duty testing employs dynamometers providing up to 40,000 Nm of torque, with matching transmissions when needed, and a 1,000 kW battery emulator. Both setups use advanced simulations for precise, real-world performance evaluation.
AVL X-Rig™ System
The X-Rig optimizes your testing time on the powertrain testbed by offering fast and efficient testing, similar to a chassis dynamometer. It eliminates the time spent on extensive setup, allowing for quick conversion of spaces into fully functional test stands without costly installations. With a streamlined rigging process and a pre-test area to ensure success, the AVL X-Rig enhances test efficiency, reduces Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and accelerates your development timelines.
NVH Testing
Our NVH solutions for powertrain testing accurately measures noise, vibration, and harshness under real-world conditions. Using two or four dynamometers, dynamic loads are applied to the propulsion system, with dynos placed outside the NVH chamber to maintain a quiet environment. This setup enables precise testing of noise and vibration behavior, offering detailed acoustic investigations of powertrain components. Optimize vehicle comfort and performance with reliable, realistic NVH testing solutions.
Our modern powertrain test systems are designed to validate all types of propulsion systems, including 2WD, 4WD, and electrified powertrains. They support a wide range of speeds, torques, power classes, and voltage and current levels. The dynamometers simulate real-world driving conditions, road data replication, or time-lapsed testing, providing precise speed and torque control. AVL's optimized hardware and software toolchain significantly accelerates the design and validation process, allowing for early testing in a virtual environment (frontloading).
The AVL PUMA 2™ automation software enhances the system by synchronizing measurements from all devices, ensuring high data quality. This precision, combined with the system’s measurement, control, and simulation capabilities, allows customers to perform real-world driving maneuvers and energy consumption tests without needing a physical vehicle. As a result, propulsion systems can be developed more efficiently, reducing development time and increasing overall project success.
Propulsion system architecture and components have evolved rapidly in recent years, leading to new challenges and opportunities. AVL continues to provide tailored solutions that enable our customers to focus on development with confidence, knowing their measurement results are accurate and reliable."
– Dr. Klaus Pfeiffer, System Line Manager, AVL Deutschland GmbH
AVL powertrain system testing solutions are built on innovative, proven technologies, from dynamometers supporting various power classes to automation software that adapts to a wide range of applications. Our deep application expertise and system integration capabilities drive efficiency for our customers.
We provide the perfect powertrain testing solution tailored to your specific needs, whether it’s for performance optimization, durability testing, or the integration of complex high-voltage components.
AVL Test System Automation – Brochure
Tailored Software Solutions for Future-Proof Test Environments.
The AVL Customer Services organization consists of more than 700 service- and application engineers worldwide, operating from more than 50 locations. Our global footprint is your local benefit.
AVL PUMA 2™ is the global industry standard for testbed automation. It is suitable for electrified testbed types as well as for conventional test environments.
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Portable on-board soot and PM measurement device.
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Battery tester and emulator for research and development, testing and validation.
The market-leading testbed monitoring and control system for a variety of propulsion systems
AVL’s comprehensive worldwide network of experts allows best customer vicinity, ensuring consistent and connecting testing fields globally. Wherever your R&D challenges take you, we are always close at hand, ready to provide the service you need.
> 70
years of experience
> 5,000
employees worldwide for testing solutions
> 30
countries covered by the global network
> 7,000
testbeds installed worldwide
> 80
turnkey projects