Electrified powertrains of new hybrid, battery electric, and hydrogen vehicle generations are changing the demands of vehicle testbed automation and control. At the same time, increasingly demanding global emission standards for classic powertrains require efficient vehicle certification.
A consistent, flexible solution is necessary to provide optimum support for the development of vehicles with these different propulsion concepts both now and in future.
Extended testing cycles
Due to the extended test cycles for electrified vehicles (discharging energy storage), efficient use of the testbed becomes even more important
EMC Testing
EMC tests are becoming increasingly important, especially for electrified powertrains with extensive control units.
NVH Testing
Noise emissions are becoming increasingly important in all vehicle classes and appropriate sound design is still essential
Automation of endurance testing
A complete automation of endurance tests is necessary to shorten the development effort as much as possible.
Thanks to the simple integration of measuring devices and simulation models, the system is ideally equipped for testing vehicles with new drive concepts. The excellent axle synchronization in combination with AVL ROADSIM chassis dynamometers allows realistic testing of different vehicle types - from conventional to electrified, from motorcycle to truck.
Due to special system features, various applications such as exhaust gas and energy consumption certifications, performance testing, endurance testing, EMC testing, NVH testing, climate testing and much more... can be performed efficiently.
Furthermore, when used in combination with our emission automation system AVL iGEM 2™, the vehicle testbed becomes a state-of-the-art certification lab.
At AVL we also offer software maintenance contracts to ensure the value and stability of our software throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Workflow-Oriented User Interface
The system has an intuitive and consistent user interface designed specifically for vehicle testbed operation. It guides the operator through the vehicle setup and helps to reduce rigging time.
High Performance Control
The powerful control system allows the vehicle to be tested close to real road operation. The exact distance behavior and excellent axle synchronization ensure reproducible results and make the system particularly suitable for research tasks.
EMC Measurements
Convenient turntable operation and specific velocity ramp functionality make the test sequence for EMC investigations fast and easy. Data synchronization ensures fast determination of causal relationships between load conditions and EMC effects.
NVH Measurements
Due to the easy handling of the roller positioning, the vehicle position for the pass-by test can be precisely adjusted. In addition, the exact phase control ensures perfect synchronization of the shock strips mounted on the circumference of the rollers.
Our systems fulfill all legally required quality procedures for chassis dynamometers (certification) and are tested and approved by worldwide certification authorities (CARB, KBA, TÜV, EPA), as well as being in use at the aforementioned. Based on AVL's automation platform, which has been delivered more than 7,000 times, and thus guarantees the greatest possible future security with regard to the software architecture of the delivered testbed systems, and in combination with AVL hardware the highest accuracy and performance is guaranteed.
– Arnold Berger, Managing Director, AVL Zöllner GmbH
AVL Vehicle Testbed Automation and Control Solution Sheet
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AVL Vehicle TS™ is integral to supporting and managing vehicle development, system optimization, validation, and calibration tasks in an environment of complex vehicle propulsion systems.
The test system is an integral part to support and manage the complex vehicle development, system optimization, validation and calibration task during the later stage of the development process.
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.
AVL iGEM 2™ is our cutting-edge test automation solution for your energy and emission testing needs. It delivers high-quality data for certification and R&D testing.
With software maintenance, AVL ensures the value and stability of AVL software for the customer throughout the entire product life cycle
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