- OEMs and aircraft manufacturers often operate in rigid development environments and must rigorously test component integration. For them, flexibility and precision in testing are critical.
- TIERs and suppliers are under pressure to innovate rapidly and bring technologies to market quickly. They require fast, efficient, and scalable testing solutions to stay competitive.
- Universities, research and development institutes focus on advancing decarbonization and reducing emissions. To secure funding and achieve their research goals, they need access to cutting-edge, reliable testing equipment.
Our offerings span a wide range of testing solutions, including virtual, component, and propulsion testing for e-motors, high-voltage batteries, fuel cells, and inverter technologies. We also provide system-level testing such as hybrid aviation integration, thermal testing, and our unique AVL Copper Bird platform, focused on aircraft electrical systems. To complement our hardware capabilities, we offer advanced measurement equipment for power analysis, e-motor and battery emulation, dynamometers, and high-performance drive solutions.
We offer a comprehensive portfolio of software tools and platforms tailored to testing and validation. It spans powertrain control for electrified systems and simulation tools that support virtual development. In test system automation, we provide scalable solutions with AVL PUMA 2™ with real-time data management and AI-driven diagnostics. Complementing, AVL’s service offerings include engineering support, system integration, strategic consulting, and global training, helping accelerate innovation and meet regulatory requirements.
The aviation industry is currently facing great opportunities to advance electric and hybrid flight. With our solutions and test systems, you can speed up development and realize a shorter time to market.”
– Sascha Heinecke, Director Sales Industry Solutions
You are covered on your testing and validation challenges. From electrified propulsion testing with different applications such as performance, durability, NVH or EMC. To battery testing solutions for high-voltage cells or packs. Over hydrogen and fuel cell testing, covering applications on cell, stack or system level. And AVL's Copper Bird Platform, our new approach on electrical system testing and software regression testing.
We provide advanced electrified propulsion test systems designed to meet diverse testing needs. Our offerings include universal inverter testing equipment starting from 440 kVA, enabling highly efficient electric motor testing and validation; high-performance dynamometer testbeds with direct drive capable of speeds up to 30,000 rpm, complete with integrated power supply and media conditioning; and state-of-the-art test automation software based on AVL PUMA 2™.
AVL's Copper Bird™ platform is an advanced test system designed for software regression testing and system-level electrical integration testing. It enables comprehensive validation of electric propulsion and charging systems at full electrical power, leveraging AVL’s state-of-the-art electric motor and battery emulator technologies. Thanks to its integrated setup, the platform significantly enhances both test speed and coverage.
Our comprehensive battery testing offering includes test systems for both high-voltage battery cells and battery packs. These solutions come with cell or pack cyclers, precision measurement equipment, thermal chambers, integrated safety systems, and fully automated software with robust data management capabilities. Thanks to our deep expertise in battery technology, our systems provide an ideal platform for thorough battery testing and validation.
At AVL, we specialize in the test solutions for fuel cells – both PEM and SOFC – ranging from cell to system level. Our expertise includes standalone measurement technologies to fully integrated testbed solutions. With industrial-grade test systems, we enable comprehensive performance, thermal, NVH, and emissions testing. Our solutions cover power ranges from 5 to 400 kW and are equipped with TÜV-certified safety systems.
We are at the forefront of innovative mobility solutions, specializing in hydrogen engines, hybrid powertrains, battery-electric systems, and fuel cell technologies. With deep expertise in propulsion functions, subsystems, and components, we are uniquely positioned to support seamless system integration for the aviation industry. In addition to our engineering capabilities, we offer strategic technology consulting to help you stay ahead.
Aviation Technology Testing – Brochure
Testing competence and solutions for the aerospace and aviation industry.
Success Story – “Battery Testing for Lilium eVTOL”
Expertise and test equipment for success in battery development.
Battery Testing: Aviation – Solution Sheet
Boost your battery test process.
E-Motor Testing: Aviation – Solution Sheet
Optimum view of speed and torque.
Inverter Testing: Aviation – Solution Sheet
Make the difference in power electronics testing.
Fuel Cell Testing: Aviation – Solution Sheet
Unlock the full potential of your fuel cell aircraft.
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
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