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Sensors, Signal Conditioning, Instrumentation, Data Acquisition and Control for:
- Development Testing, Structural and Cyclic Testing
- Vehicle, Engine and Chassis Testing
- Manufacturing Automation, Process Monitoring, Quality Control and Product Performance
- Press Fit, Leak Testing, Dimensional Gauging, Torque to Turn and Process Automation

Applications > Automotive

3D - Laser Measurement

3D - Laser Measurement

A special optical system projects a Laser beam on the surface of the object under test. The diffuse reflected light creates an image of the surface profile on the CCD camera. The resolution results from the available numbers of pixels and ...............

Airbag Initiators

Airbag Initiators

With its RESISTOMAT� model 2329-V801 burster presents a fast and capable measurement device for testing the resistance values of pyrotechnic igniters used in gas generators for airbags or seat-belt tensioners.
The ignition tablet�s resistance is about 2 Ohm and is typically measured with a current source of 10 mA and a max. load voltage of 2 V. These safety-related limits are necessary to reliably avoid the unintentional ignition of the tablet during the test phase.

Automated Product Inspection System

Automated Product Inspection System

CONTEC Measurement and Control Boards Improves PC-based image acquistion and location control........

Automatic Sorting of Springs

Automatic Sorting of Springs

In this Daytronic Model 4077 system, helical compression springs are automatically sorted into different shipping containers�or scrap bins�based on their relative stiffness. The springs are individually sorted in 10-gram ranges between 110 and 190 grams.

Automotive Catalyser Production

Automotive Catalyser Production

M2D - Laser Scanner improves automotive catalyser production:
Control of Position and thickness of isolating mat position and integrity of ceramics part. Quality monitoring is a must. Quality monitoring for catalyser production has been installed by Acro Automation in Milwaukee for a production unit of catalysers.

Automotive Quality Monitoring

Automotive Quality Monitoring

Quality monitoring at the insertion of valves in rims by a robot:
The insertion of air valves in wheel rims is a process, whose quality has to controlled very accurate. With a thorn drags the handling robot the valve in an assigned drilling. Tests have shown, that the control of the force gradient, particularly with the snap into of the notch in the valve (decrease of the force for a defined value and a following force rising), gives the most reliable feedback on the assembly quality. The force gradient from the threading until the stretching to the final position has to follow determined criteria.

Car Performance Testing

Car Performance Testing

Car tests categories are divided into categories according to distinct aspects of car development. The categories include power train tests, comfort or climate measurements, noise and vibration chassis, brake and suspension .....

Centralized Monitoring Using a Panel Computer

Centralized Monitoring Using a Panel Computer

A touch panel computer installed with a general purpose OS, when combined with the F&eIT, facilities system development from small to large scales in Process Monitoring and Manufacturing Automation.

Data Collection from PLC

Data Collection from PLC's

Collection of data via input interfaces from PLCs and measuring instruments........

Data Logger in Vehicles

Data Logger in Vehicles

CANSAS-PRO data logger vehicle:

Car and vehicle testing is a multi-faceted field. One of its most interesting aspects is the transmission of measurement data and system configurations over long distances. With the help of imc technology, a data logger application is in use in many Volvo test trucks all over the world. The key feature: every truck can be controlled and observed from Gothenburg, Volvo Truck's headquarters.

Data Logging in Heavy, Off-road Trucks

Data Logging in Heavy, Off-road Trucks

A major manufacturer of industrial trucks needed to build a data logger into each vehicle in order to monitor a wide variety of systems within the vehicles. The application requires a compact, rugged, DC powered logger ............

Diesel Engine Test

Diesel Engine Test

In October, Philtec supplied sensors for diesel engine vibration tests. The vibrating parts were small & therefore non-contact sensors were required. The customer purchased two dual channel sensors, model 2DMS-RC100-BT2/BT6 ......

Diesel Engine Testing

Diesel Engine Testing

The aim of the newly developed diesel engine test rig was to construct a flexible and decentralized measurement system for diesel motors in a test cell. The system measures a series of standard signals such as temperature, pressure, force, torque, RPM...

Diesel Engine Tests and Hubble Replacement Telescope

Diesel Engine Tests and Hubble Replacement Telescope

In October, Philtec supplied sensors for diesel engine vibration tests. The vibrating parts were small & therefore non-contact sensors were required. Rutherton Appleton Laboratory in the United Kingdom needed to measure displacements of critical telescope components as they were brought down to the cold temperatures of outer space.

Dimensional Classification of Parts w LVDT

Dimensional Classification of Parts w LVDT

The Model 4030 accurately measures displacements obtained with an LVDT. The 4030 supplies regulated excitation and filters and amplifies the resulting signal. The seven predefinable limit zones are tied to specific nonlatching logic outputs. The MAX and MIN functions can be reset by the front panel.

Dynamometer Automation Test Stand

Dynamometer Automation Test Stand

A major manufacturer of dynamometers has standardized on the PowerDNA cube as the I/O system used to monitor and control their large dynos. The dynamometers are sold to customers worldwide and are used in a wide variety of automotive, aircraft ..........

Engine Performance Test Bench

Engine Performance Test Bench

Centralized, network-based management of performance and evaluation data to ensure thorough quality control of engines......

Engine Testing using Analog & Digital I/O

Engine Testing using Analog & Digital I/O

Using CONTEC Analog I/O board, Digital I/O board and GP-IB board for Engine Test bench..............

Exhaust System Test

Exhaust System Test

Exhaust systems and silencers are usually tested on motor test benches. To evaluate such objects different test and measurements have to be performed where mainly temperatures and pressure values are acquired ………

Fuel Consuption Testing

Fuel Consuption Testing

Fuel consumption ranks with car performance as the most interesting feature in the eyes of prospective car owners, as well as of the issue of environmental pollution. imc and VW have developed an automatic test sequence for vehicles

Gearbox Test Stand Instrumentation

Gearbox Test Stand Instrumentation

The stress on gearboxes and a car's other power train components is very high in city road traffic. To detect weak spots and to gain insight into gearbox life cycles, performance and quality. Testing is critical in the development, production and quality control. The selection of Sensors and Instrumentation are important in the execution of a successful test program ...

Harmonics Analyser

Harmonics Analyser

The measurement of 50Hz or 60Hz voltage and current signals as well as the evaluation of such signals is necessary for assessing the quality of the power utility delivered. The testing required, however, is no easy task. There are standards…

High Temperature Fuel Cell Testing

High Temperature Fuel Cell Testing

In a Stack, a lot of cell voltage (approx. 120 single voltages), pressures and temperatures have to be measured very precise. During the conversion of the energy from the gas and the oxygen into electricity temperatures of 800 � 900 �C are appearing.

Achieve high signal density (A4-4 has 16 high performance thermocouple channels per module). The resolution of 19-bit fulfil future requirements.

Human Ride Confort Test

Human Ride Confort Test

The Suspension Design and Development Group at Honda R&D was eager to use a m-MUSYCS to implement a system that automatically carries out evaluation tests ranging from road surface testing based on Human Response Vibration Meter ...

Human Ride Confort Test

Human Ride Confort Test

The Suspension Design and Development Group at Honda R&D was eager to use a m-MUSYCS to implement a system that automatically carries out evaluation tests ranging from road surface testing based on Human Response Vibration Meter …

Internet based Vehicle Testing

Internet based Vehicle Testing

Car and vehicle testing is a multi-faceted field. One of its most interesting aspects is the transmission of measurement data and system configurations over long distances. With the help of imc technology, a data logger...

M2D Mobile Laser - Gap Scan

M2D Mobile Laser - Gap Scan

MELs M2D Mobile Laser Scan Unit measures gap width, height, height-differences on both sides of the gap and gap profiles inside the gap in one shot. Measurement is done in milliseconds...

M2D Surface Inspection

M2D Surface Inspection

MEL's M2D Laser-Scanners monitor weld seam quality on welded metal parts for car seats. Deviations of the weld shape, seam thickness and width and defect locations can be detected rapidly....

Measurement of Door Gap Production

Measurement of Door Gap Production

Door gaps were measured in the automobile industry past in most cases mechanically, in some cases with camera systems. This kind of measurement takes a lot of time, and the test could not be done online as a 100 % test. MEL now introduces a new gap measuring and monitoring system, based on the well-known M2D LaserScanner. The prototype has been installed for a field test in the world�s largest automotive production plant.

Measurement of Thickness w 2 LVDT

Measurement of Thickness w 2 LVDT

Accepting two independent displacement signals, the Daytronic Model 4032 allows direct measurement of thickness when the two inputs are summed by means of an internal "Calculate" channel. The 4032 supplies regulated excitation then demodulates, filters and ampluifies the resulting signal. The "MAX minus MIN" function is useful when you need to know the precise range of an excursive phenomenon like runout, wobble or looseness. For each input, each of the three predefinable limit zones of the tared reading is tied to a specific nonlatching output.

Measurements Of Glass Shape, Process Control

Measurements Of Glass Shape, Process Control

A manufacturer of automotive glass windows has recently completed a successful factory evaluation of Philtec's model DMS-RC171-R non-contact fiberoptic sensors ....

Mobile Vehicle Testing DAS & Analysis Software

Mobile Vehicle Testing DAS & Analysis Software

Rugged & Class Leading, Online data reduction, FFTs, digital filters, class-counting functions (LDC), order tracking and an Event Log-book are all featured in the broad scope of the 100 online functions. The system allows measurement and real-time analysis of physical and electrical parameters during testing, thus reducing the cost & length of time of the testing ...

Motor Production Testing

Motor Production Testing

Measurement systems in production facilities face the tasks in the production process of monitoring quality parameters, providing notification of quality problems and accumulating data for statistics purposes .....

Pass-by Noise Measurement

Pass-by Noise Measurement

One of the tests car have to face is the Pass-by noise measurement test as per ISO 362 and SAE J1470. The German gearbox manufacturer Sauer-Sundstrand has chosen a Data Acquisition measurement system to perform acoustic measurements and analysis ...

PC-based Automatic Inspection System

PC-based Automatic Inspection System

Using CONTEC Analog I/O Board with Trigger and Bus master Functions to Develop a Real-Time Control for Automated Inspection System.........

Press Force Bushing Suspension

Press Force Bushing Suspension

Adapt Press Force Monitoring with a graphical representation of the Insertion Force vs Displacement on a Suspension Bushing Press Operation. The intent is to utilize the 9310 monitor to differentiate between a Press Insertion Profile that produces good parts, a Press Insertion Profile that produces parts with defects.

The 9310 can accommodate the Strain Gauge Input from the Force Sensor directly and the standard analog input of 0 to 5 Vdc from the displacement sensor.

Press-Fit Monitoring with Signature Analysis

Press-Fit Monitoring with Signature Analysis

For any process where a Force and Displacement are measured, a Force vs. Displacement signature can be built with the Burster 9310 DIGIFORCE. When Quality is a priority, simple limit monitoring is often insufficient.

A max/min limit approach is well suited for simple processes. However, figure 1a) and 1b) show two very different curves that will pass given a tradition Limit Monitoring Approach.

Principle on Leak Testing

Principle on Leak Testing

Sealing is a relative term. There are no absolutely sealed parts. The requirement of sealing of a component always relates to the conditions of the specific application, therefore, the leak test method, the test pressure and the permissible .............

Production Testing of DC Motors made easy

Production Testing of DC Motors made easy

In addition to conventional motor tests involving test sample conveying, brake machine and a torque measurement shaft, model based testing by the Parameter-Identification (PI) has become established .....

Push Over Technology Precise Weighing

Push Over Technology Precise Weighing

With new Push-Over Technology the fast and precise weighing of sequentially transported products can be effected (e.g. cups). This technology is based on horizantal free standing and is ideally designed for use in docked machinery. Weighing is performed dynamically..........

Quality & Performance Motor Testing

Quality & Performance Motor Testing

In addition to conventional motor tests involving test sample conveying, brake machine and a torque measurement shaft, model based testing by the Parameter-Identification (PI) has become established …

Quality Control on Wire or Cable

Quality Control on Wire or Cable

Testing of variable wire lengths from 100mm-1000mm measurement length. The Burster Resistomat 2316 works according to the proven 4-wire measurement method which eliminates errors caused by test lead and contact resistances. Thermo voltages that might be in the measurement ...

Sliding SunRoof Test

Sliding SunRoof Test

The imc C Series & FAMOS sytem from imc with its hardware & software forms an excellent framework for small test rig applications. Not only for data measurements and online result extractions but also for open loop control purposes�

Snowmobile Power-Train Testing

Snowmobile Power-Train Testing

A ƒÝ-MUSYCS-S unit with a DC power supply is used inside the vehicles. The system is used to measure RPM, torque, temperatures and pressures during the test ride ¡K.

Tachograph Equipped with Wireless LAN

Tachograph Equipped with Wireless LAN

Wireless LAN can be used to hand over tachograms, which improves data reliability and convenience, and reduces costs.........

Torque Signature Analysis

Torque Signature Analysis

Typical Applications in Automotive and Aerospace Manufacturing Tests for Product Performance or Process Monitoring. Quality Control is another typical application.
�X Final Depth of Fasteners
�X Nut Runner Torque
�X Torque to Turn of bearings
�X Door Hinge & Latch Testing
�X Motor Testing

Fastener Depth ♦♦ Nut Runner Torque ♦♦ Bearing Friction ♦♦ Hinge Handle Torque vs. Angle

Our broad range of Thread Detection sensors will operate with ferrous or non-ferrous materials; tapped or rolled threads. We also provide thread counting sensors. Our Thread Detection sensors are designed to suit specific thread sizes M5, M6, M7, M8, M10, M12, M14, M16, as well as imperial versions. All of our sensors provide an analog output signal
(0-10Vdc or 4-20mA).

Train Performance Testing

Train Performance Testing

Instrumentation of high-speed railway applications is a very specialized field. Particular demands such as a distributed measurement organization, high channel counts and real-time data evaluations are realized with the powerful data acquisition from IMC...

Vehicle Driveability & Stability

Vehicle Driveability & Stability

Apart from general car test applications such as engine, gearbox or climatic tests, improving a car’s stability and drivability are at the very focus of today’s car manufacturer.

Vehicle Driveability and Stability

Vehicle Driveability and Stability

Apart from general car test applications such as engine, gearbox or climatic tests, improving a car's stability and drivability are at the very focus of today's car manufacturer. Quality and Performance are critical ....

Vehicle Testing - General Type Test

Vehicle Testing - General Type Test

Over the last few years, automobile testing has undergone a complete transformation. While its development time has been substantially reduced, the modern car\'s complexity has increased dramatically. Quite apart from the standard mechanical parts, electronics make today\'s cars more powerful, clean running, efficient and much safer than those of a short time ago.

VW Mobile Vehicle Testing

VW Mobile Vehicle Testing

Online data reduction, FFTs, digital filters, class-counting functions (LDC), order tracking and an Event Log-book, are all featured in the broad scope of the 100 online functions. The system allows a measurement's results to be displayed while it's run ...

Windtunnel & Vehicle Data Acquisition System

Windtunnel & Vehicle Data Acquisition System

Climatic car tests are usually different from climate test cell measurements and road based measurements. Incompatible measurement data, produced by different systems and long set-up times between road and facility-based measurements...

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