SIMULATION SOLUTIONS TEST SYSTEM SOLUTIONS Electrification Battery Test Systems E-Motor Test Systems Power Electronics Test Systems Component Test Systems MBD on the virtual testbed Engine Test Systems End of Line Test Systems Real Life Test Systems Driveline Test Systems Fuel and Lube Test Systems Emission Test Systems and Certification Vehicle Test Systems Racing Test Systems TESTING EQUIPMENT SIMULATION TOOLS TESTING TOOLS Testbed Automation Powertrain Calibration Monitoring, Control, Simulation Test Information Management TESTING EQUIPMENT SIMULATION TOOLS TESTING TOOLS CUSTOMER SERVICES Test Information Management APPROACH Since the beginning of networking testbeds in the early eighties, AVL as the first provider of engine testbeds has been working on optimized solutions to support the employees in the fields of planning and preparation of test jobs, including support at the testbed and further processing of test results. The continuity between the individual components to form a highly efficient information chain from development to test facilities makes an important contribution to increasing the efficiency of the overall development process. BENEFITS AT A GLANCE • Enhanced utilization of the testbeds (according to an AVL study, an average potential increase of 20 percentage points) • Optimization of the productive test time • Reduced time and costs for administrative activities due to central data management • Fast response times due to remote monitoring of the entire test facility TASK During the past twenty years, the focus of the fast development in the field of test technology of engines and powertrains has been on technical enhancements in the field of measurement technology, automation and control. With regard to the functionality, user guidance, stability and performance of test systems, decisive steps have been taken and the test methodology has further been developed on a continuous basis. However, within the framework of the race for increased productivity, shorter development times and lower costs, the pressure to develop new synergies between human beings and systems (interaction in complex and heterogeneous system environments) is increasing. Test information management, handling data and information intelligently at all levels plays an increasingly important role. A significant productivity gain in terms of testbed utilization can be achieved by integrating all test systems in a central data management system, in order to minimize delays and downtimes at the testbed. Another efficiency factor is to optimize the workflow throughout the entire test operation in order to prevent unnecessary losses of time or quality. Test facilities require flexible systems that can adapt continuously to the employees’ working environment and at the same time guarantee smooth performance of all standard tasks. An individual balancing of standardization and flexibility is the success factor for increased productivity and reduced stress for all employees concerned. / 208
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