This test rig can be configured such that drive is provided by an engine or a DC machine. With an engine providing drive, the entire driveline of a vehicle can be simulated. With a DC machine drive, detailed investigation of the final drive and axle assembly can be completed.
- Use
- Performance and Durability testing of Axles
- Capabilities
- Drive power input: up to 300kW engine
- Power adsorption: Eddy current dynamometer with cross shaft via reduction gearboxes connected to wheel hubs
- Hub Gearbox Low ratio: 5 - 110 rpm max.
- Hub Gearbox High ratio: 10 - 430 rpm max.
- Torque 40,000 Nm - Torque 10,000 Nm
- External cooling for axle drive head
- Measurement and Control
- Speed control at Dynamometer and Load control at engine or axle output to suit axle
- Torque measurement for Input and Dynamometer drive
- 3 channel vibration monitoring
