Automotive Test and Measurement Solutions

Dewesoft instruments help manufacturers design and build safer and better cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Every major car company in the world is using Dewesoft DAQ systems, including Ford, General Motors, Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Volvo, and Tesla. Test engineers trust our compact and rugged DAQ systems for recording physical sensor data PLUS digital data from a variety of buses including CAN, CAN FD, FlexRay, GNSS, and IMU sensors, and video cameras. We cover a wide range of applications, from combustion analysis to e-car testing, pass-by noise testing, EMC chamber tests, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), and many more.

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Performance Testing of Electric Formula Student Race Car

The UNI Maribor Formula Student Team tested their electric race car, "Missy," using Dewesoft’s equipment to optimize performance for competition. They monitored acceleration, endurance, and aerodynamics with the SBOX, DEWE-43A, and DS-IMU1, capturing real-time data via GPS and CAN lines. The testing provided key insights into the car's electronics and driving dynamics, helping the team identify issues and improve the car’s performance for enhanced competitiveness.

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Synchronized Combustion and NVH Measurements on an Engine Test Bench

University of Applied Sciences in Frankfurt sought to simplify vibration and noise measurement for car design. Dewesoft's solution allowed for synchronized data acquisition and various exports from one measurement file, reducing interactions and testbed hours.

Thorsten Hartleb

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Car Seat Test Bench Data Acquisition and Control

Fisher Dynamics relies on the IOLITE series for rigorous automobile seating testing. Learn all about the test bench with Dewesoft's DAQ and control system.

Owen Maginity

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Automated Sound Intensity Measurement on Loaders

See how the Dewesoft sound intensity solutions and data acquisition system helped to do the automated measurement of the sound intensity on Bobcat loaders.

Carsten Frederiksen

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Evaluating Energy Consumption of Electric Minibus

Learn how Dewesoft DAQ systems and sensors were used to evaluate the energy needed to run electric minibuses at different speeds and loads in Mexico City.

Karla Yera Morales

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Road Load Data Acquisition and Vehicle Durability Testing in Extreme Environment

Find out more about the Dewesoft road load DAQ system with CAN FD and Kistler’s KiRoad support for the full vehicle, durability, and safety testing.

Thorsten Hartleb

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Brake Test Testbed

The vehicle manufacturer wants to make tests for their new brake system in the brake test bed, measuring the brake line pressure values of four wheels.

Carsten Frederiksen

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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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Formula One vs. IndyCar Racing

Formula One (F1) and IndyCar are prestigious motorsport series with unique histories and rules. F1, from Europe, is known for its high-tech, hybrid engines and global fan base. IndyCar, rooted in the US, emphasizes speed and versatility on various tracks with simpler, cost-effective cars. F1 highlights technological innovation, while IndyCar offers accessible, diverse racing. Both provide thrilling high-speed competition with distinct appeals.

Grant Maloy Smith

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Vibration Measurement On a Truck GSO Hood

Dewesoft SIRIUS system was used for in-vehicle and MTS rig testing on potential solutions for field issues on the Hoods of some trucks.

Jake Rosenthal

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Electrical Testing of Automotive Components

Learn how a Dewesoft DAQ system has helped Melecs with automated testing and provided a flexible solution for electrical testing of automotive components.

Konrad Schweiger

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Measuring a New Guinness World Record for the Fastest Reverse-Driving

On October 7, the RIMAC hypercar Nevera set a new world record in reverse driving at the Papenburg proving grounds in Germany. Dewesoft measured and documented the speed record.

Matjaž Strniša

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Record-setting World Time Attack Racing Using Live Telemetry

The engineers at Bugatti Rimac had a mission: to set a new world record for a production EV (electric vehicle) on one of the most challenging tracks in the world - the Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany.

Matjaž Strniša

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How Do Hybrid Electric Cars Work?

Hybrid electric powertrains are popular due to reducing tailpipe emissions. This article explains how combustion engines and electric motors work together.

Grant Maloy Smith

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ROPS Testing - Structural Safety Test on Tractor Cabin

ROPS TestingAGCO Massey Ferguson uses Dewesoft DAQ systems to homologate tractor cabins during rollover protection test which is mandatory vie EU directive.

Carsten Frederiksen

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Upgrading Pratt Miller’s Test Bench Controls with Dewesoft’s IOLITE System

Learn how the combination of Dewesoft hardware and software made a powerful upgrade to Pratt Miller's test bench controller and their hydraulic test stand.

Owen Maginity

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Suspension Force Measurements On a Racecar

Race UP Team Electric switched to low aspect ratio tires, prompting suspension redesign. They validated stress estimation tools and measured loads with Dewesoft.

Carsten Frederiksen

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ADAS and Autonomous Vehicle Testing With Velodyne Lidar Data Acquisition

The Dewesoft Velodyne Lidar module provides a simple and flexible solution for acquiring data of all types of Velodyne Lidar sensors for ADAS testing.

Carsten Frederiksen

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Dewesoft Data Acquisition (DAQ) Integration with KS Tornado Testbed

Learn how Elin Motoren continuously got the vibration data from Dewesoft hardware and software into the Tornado testbeds via TCP/IP by a Dewesoft plugin.

Konrad Schweiger

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Vibration Testing to Improve the Riding Comfort of a Vintage Luxury Car

To improve the vibrational comfort of a 1960s vehicle gem, a Lancia Flaminia, we did some vibrational testing and analysis. Read the article to learn how.

Samuele Ardizio

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