Innovative data acquisition applications and solutions for test & measurement.

Dewesoft is a proven test and measurement market leader, and our instruments are used across multiple industries. We provide versatile and easy-to-use data acquisition (DAQ) solutions that are widely used for R&D, quality control, data monitoring, and production processes. Whether it's a car, space ship, power plant, a suspension bridge or the factory floor, Dewesoft DAQ is there.

Application categories

Browse the applications that our DAQ systems can handle. You can sort them by solution area, industry, or even a specific application name. Some applications exist in more than one industry. For example, power analysis is used not only by power plants, but also in the world of electric cars, electric trains, and more. Acoustics and modal analysis are used by almost every industry, as another example. We have organized our DAQ applications in multiple ways so that you can find what you’re looking for, quickly and easily.

By area

Sound quality measurement for Akrapovič exhausts

Acoustics
Data recording
Flight and space testing
Monitoring
NVH
Power analysis and power quality
Rotating machinery
Structural dynamics
Vehicle testing
Vibration analysis

By industry

Aerospace
Automotive
Civil engineering
Education
E-mobility
Heavy machinery
Industrial
Maritime
Power and Energy
Railway

Solutions according to industry standards and norms

Our proven solutions combine tightly knit hardware and software ... right out of the box. We follow all relevant industry standards and international norms when developing our hardware and software. There are standards that apply to automotive testing, acoustic testing, and power quality analysis. We combine our top-quality hardware with software that has been specifically written for each of these applications. Check our in-depth article about supported standards in Dewesoft measurement solutions.

Subject matter expertise you can count on

Our subject matter expertise is the result of working directly with you - our customers – for decades. Our application engineers have the education and experience to ensure that there is strong and capable support behind every solution that we offer. Whether it’s in acoustics, automotive engineering, modal analysis, flight test telemetry, power, and energy, or general data recording, we are here.

Tools for R&D testing

The third decade of working closely with engineers in different R&D industries has brought our solutions to the next level. We are equipping engineers with unique and innovative instrumentations. Our solutions are used in the world's most advanced testing labs and proving grounds. Dewesoft is a trusted global partner with today's most progressive brands.

Our specialty has always been developing cutting-edge products and services to create turn-key data acquisition solutions that fit perfectly customers' testing demands in the lab, test bench, or on the field.

Tools for monitoring

We entered the structural health monitoring market by introducing some unique products. Our monitoring solution includes sensors, signal conditioning amplifiers, data acquisition software, a modern database for long-term storage, and clients for viewing and analyzing the monitored data.

With highly skilled application engineering and support teams, you can always consult us and rely on our know-how. We have instrumented the world's biggest bridge and some of the oldest and most impressive buildings out there.

Tools for quality control

Test equipment and setup with Power Amplifier

End-of-line testing is an important process in production to assure the great quality of your products. The flexibility of our products and solutions makes them easily adaptable for quality control and validation testing. Our software can be automated for operators to allow them fast execution and repetition of the tests.

From industrial process control to end-of-line testing applications, Dewesoft provides complete solutions ranging from sensors to instrumentation. Our solutions and products comply with current standards and also offer Industry 4.0 integration options.

Browse recent case studies

Structural Verification for Vibrational Mitigation of Anti-Surge Valve

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Structural Verification for Vibration Mitigation in Anti-Surge Valves

Vibro Technology conducted structural verification on the anti-surge valve UV-114020 for a Peruvian LNG plant, using Dewesoft tools to analyze and mitigate vibrations. Their solution, combining shock absorbers and springs, optimized vibration control, improved structural support, and boosted operational reliability, enhancing the plant's safety and efficiency.

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Simulating Aerodynamic Performance and Propulsion Systems for Model Aircraft

The Edvard Rusjan team from the University of Ljubljana uses Dewesoft measurement systems and a car-mounted test rig to gather data, refining simulations for optimized model aircraft designs in the Design, Build, Fly competition. Accurate measurements of thrust, lift, and power consumption help align simulations with real performance, enabling top competition results.

Carsten Frederiksen

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Impact Attenuator Assembly Testing and Model Validation on Formula SAE Race Car

The article covers the testing and validation of a custom impact attenuator for the University of Padua’s Formula SAE race car. Using a drop tower test and Dewesoft instruments, the team validated their design against regulations. The results closely matched theoretical models, confirming the assembly’s effectiveness in absorbing energy and protecting the driver during frontal impacts while optimizing the design for safety and performance.

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Railway Seat Comfort Accelerometer Calibration Following ISO 8041-1

The article outlines a calibration process for railway seat comfort accelerometers using ISO 8041-1 and ISO 2631-1 standards to ensure accurate vibration measurements for passenger comfort. It details a cost-effective procedure using Dewesoft data acquisition involving sensor selection, support design, and sensitivity adjustments, enhancing comfort evaluations in railway vehicles.

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Optimizing Hydrofoil Performance Using Modal Analysis and Piezoelectric Resonant Shunt Damping

Researchers enhanced hydrofoil performance by reducing vibrations through modal analysis and piezoelectric resonant shunt damping. By tuning natural frequencies using inductors and equipping the hydrofoil with piezoelectric patches to control bending and torsion, they significantly improved its dynamic behavior, offering valuable insights for marine and aeronautical engineering advancements.

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Experimental Modal Analysis on Robotic Martian Rover’s Wheel

The DIANA team from the Polytechnic University of Turin partnered with Dewesoft to conduct an Experimental Modal Analysis (EMA) on the airless wheels of their Martian rover, ARDITO. This analysis aimed to ensure the wheels' durability by studying their natural frequencies to prevent stress and vibrations. The findings help enhance the rover’s performance on challenging Martian terrain, supporting future planetary missions.

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Experimental Modal Analysis of a Pedestrian Platform

This article presents the experimental modal analysis (EMA) of a pedestrian platform to understand its dynamic behaviour under various loads. The study identified key dynamic properties using sensors, accelerometers, and Dewesoft systems, including natural frequencies, vibration modes, and damping ratios. The results are crucial for improving pedestrian structures' design, stability, and safety, showcasing the potential for applying EMA techniques to real-world scenarios.

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Dynamic Characterization and Structural Monitoring of a Highway Viaduct Using Operational Modal Analysis (OMA)

Learn about dynamic characterization and structural monitoring of the Serra Cazzola viaduct, a significant highway structure in Italy, using Operational Modal Analysis (OMA). The project, led by Essebi in collaboration with Anas S.p.A., installed an extensive monitoring system comprising 85 triaxial accelerometers to assess the viaduct's structural integrity. Data collection revealed the viaduct’s low-frequency vibrations, which are essential for understanding its dynamic behaviour.

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Modal Testing and Analysis of an Aeronautical Propeller Blade

This case study examines the modal testing of an aircraft propeller blade using the Dewesoft KRYPTON system. The study identified the blade's resonance frequencies and vibration modes by capturing vibration data with accelerometers. Conducted in a controlled environment, the analysis emphasized the importance of accurate measurements in engineering, aligning with Kelvin's principle that improvement relies on the ability to measure.

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Validation of Structural Model Parameters of a Sailing Boat

This article details the validation of a sailing boat's finite element analysis (FEA) model using strain gauge measurements. The team optimized sustainable basalt fiber composites for boat components, balancing strength and weight. They designed and tested a critical crossbar using both experimental and numerical methods to ensure reliability, highlighting the integration of material testing, analysis, and real-world data to enhance boat performance and sustainability.

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Dynamic Characterization of a Two-Span Pedestrian Bridge

At Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan (KTH) in Sweden, a project with Strusoft and Dewesoft analyzed a two-span pedestrian bridge to enhance student learning. Using advanced monitoring tools like accelerometers, the project assessed the bridge's response to environmental and operational conditions, aiding in finite element model tuning and proactive maintenance. This initiative also supports the creation of an open-source bridge database for further research and education.

Rok Mesar

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Prototype of a nuclear reactor fuel pin bundle instrumented with strain gauges to monitor flow-induced vibrations.

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Monitoring Flow-Induced Vibration (FIV) in a Nuclear Pin Bundle

The article describes a study on monitoring flow-induced vibrations (FIV) in nuclear pin bundles using Dewesoft's technology, highlighting its importance for reactor safety and performance. Strain gauges were used to measure vibrations from liquid lead flow in a prototype core, processed by DAQ systems to improve reactor design and stability through better vibration management.

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Monitoring and Recording Current and Fault Parameters in a DC-AC Conversion Station

The case study highlights the importance of updating monitoring and recording systems in DC-AC conversion power stations for enhanced power efficiency, safety, and stability. An outdated system at a 1960 380kV HVDC power station was replaced by LEANE with Dewesoft's advanced data acquisition technology. This upgrade improved reliability, reduced system intrusion with custom hardware, and integrated new software with the station's SCADA systems.

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Modal Analysis of the Crotone Cathedral

The Crotone Cathedral in Calabria, Italy, subject to seismic risks, is protected through structural monitoring and modal analysis by engineering firms 2MG and Co.Ma.Te.C. Using Dewesoft's solutions, they track vibrations that could compromise the cathedral's integrity. Having undergone significant transformations, the cathedral today relies on modal analysis for its preservation and public safety, aiding in maintenance and improvement designs to protect this vital cultural heritage.

Emanuele Burgognoni

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Tractor ADAS Testing - Vulnerable Road User (VRU) Detection

The article details tests by CREA aimed at improving the detection of Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) in agricultural tractors using Dewesoft’s DAQ tools. These tests evaluated various ADAS configurations across different driving scenarios to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists facing higher risks in agricultural settings. This initiative is part of a broader effort by manufacturers and stakeholders to advance safety technologies in agricultural machinery.

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Kudankulam Nuclear zPower Plant (KKNPP) Units 1 and 2 at Kudankulam in Tamil Nadu, India. Reetesh Chaurasia, CC BY-SA 4, via Wikimedia Commons

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Using Data Acquisition to Ensure Safe and Reliable Nuclear Plant Operation

The article discusses the implementation of Data Acquisition systems at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, India, focusing on how Commissioning Measurement Systems equipped with Dewesoft’s instruments ensure the safety and reliability of nuclear reactors.

Grant Maloy Smith

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