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Case Studies
Mapping DC Electric Motor Efficiency on Test Bench
Engineering students at Politecnico of Turin developed a test bench to optimize the efficiency of their prototype vehicle's DC motor for the Shell Eco-Marathon. Using Dewesoft tools, they mapped the motor's performance by measuring electrical input and mechanical output, refining the vehicle's model to improve energy efficiency and address thermal issues for better competition results.
12/10/2024
Case Studies
Electro Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) Measurements on Electrolysis Stacks
The article highlights how HyCentA uses Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) with Dewesoft technology to optimize electrolysis stacks for green hydrogen production. Green hydrogen is presented as a key solution for decarbonizing industries and balancing renewable energy, with EIS enabling critical improvements in efficiency and stability to support global carbon neutrality goals.
12/9/2024
Product Updates
Dewesoftx 2024.5 Released: Updates to Modal Testing and Sound Power Modules, and More
DewesoftX 2024.5 introduces key upgrades, including streamlined Modal Test workflows, enhanced Sound Power analysis, a new Order-Tracked Sound Power plugin, improved asynchronous data handling, and Excel export to separate sheets. The new CMP plugin expands compatibility with ASAM CMP and TECMP streams, ensuring smoother workflows and broader integration for all users.
Eva Kalšek
12/3/2024
Case Studies
Testing Aerodynamics on a Formula Student Race Car
The UNI Maribor Grand Prix Engineering team tested their race car’s aerodynamics using Dewesoft devices and CFD simulations to evaluate dynamic forces and improve performance. While the drag reduction system (DRS) showed minimal impact at lower speeds, higher-speed measurements revealed significant deviations from simulations, emphasizing the need for refined testing. The insights gained enhanced car settings and highlighted the importance of experimental validation in motorsport engineering.
11/28/2024
Case Studies
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.
11/26/2024
Case Studies
Testing and Validation of Small Electric Motors Using an Efficient Test Bench Design
LOGICDATA improved small electric motor testing with a flexible test bench design, using DewesoftX software for efficient motor analysis. Key features included automated motor mode detection, efficiency mapping, and thermography for fault detection. This setup reduced testing time, improved data accuracy, and optimized motor performance, ultimately streamlining LOGICDATA's development process.
Marco Behmer
11/26/2024
Case Studies
Structural Verification for Vibration Mitigation in Anti-Surge Valves
Vibro Technology conducted structural verification on the anti-surge valve for a Peruvian 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.
11/19/2024
Case Studies
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
11/6/2024
Data Acquisition Knowledge Base
The History of Aerospace Telemetry
Aerospace telemetry has evolved from early radio systems to sophisticated digital technology, enabling real-time monitoring and control of spacecraft and aircraft. This technology has supported critical missions from early aviation to the space race and modern commercial ventures. Today, telemetry integrates advanced technologies like AI and quantum encryption, remaining essential as space exploration advances toward deep space missions and potential Mars colonization.
Grant Maloy Smith
11/4/2024
Case Studies
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.
10/21/2024
Corporate News
Technology, teamwork, and communication. Interview with Summer Camp Acrobat, Barbora Frynta
At Dewesoft Summer Camp 2024, engineering student Barbora Frynta honed her skills in teamwork, precise data measurement, and real-time analysis through robotics projects, earning MVP recognition. Her experience with animatronics and sensor integration inspired her to explore the intersection of aerospace and robotics, emphasizing the essential roles of measurement accuracy and collaboration in engineering.
Carsten Frederiksen
10/15/2024
Case Studies
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.
10/1/2024
Case Studies
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.
9/26/2024
Case Studies
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.
9/16/2024
Data Acquisition Knowledge Base
Impact Testing Explained: Methods, Applications, and Benefits
Impact testing assesses a material's toughness and durability under sudden forces, ensuring safety and performance in industries like automotive, aerospace, and construction. Methods such as Charpy, Izod, and drop weight tests help identify weaknesses, improve material formulations, and enhance product designs for real-world applications.
Grant Maloy Smith
9/12/2024
Product Updates
DewesoftX 2024.4 Released - Support for the New X-line Devices
The DewesoftX 2024.4 release introduces significant updates, including native support for new X-line devices and enhanced functionality with automatic device detection and integration. Users can now save and reuse custom export settings as templates to streamline data processing, and the new LGS FBG Texys module enables high-precision measurements using optical sensors. The update also features interface improvements and additional functionalities for better data management.
Eva Kalšek
9/10/2024
Case Studies
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.
9/9/2024
Case Studies
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.
9/5/2024
Case Studies
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.
9/3/2024
Case Studies
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.
8/27/2024
Corporate News
Summer Camp 2024: Reaching for the Stars
The Dewesoft Summer Camp 2024 brought together 34 engineering students from across Europe for an intense week of learning and collaboration. Using advanced tools and software, participants were challenged to design, build, and animate cartoonish robot heads. The event featured workshops, mentorship from industry experts, and hands-on practice, culminating in a judged competition where all teams successfully completed their robots.
Carsten Frederiksen
8/23/2024
Data Acquisition Knowledge Base
A Comprehensive Guide to Dynamometers: Types, Uses, and Benefits
A dynamometer measures force, torque, and power output in engines and mechanical devices, which are vital for performance and efficiency assessments in the automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing industries. Originating in the 18th century, dynamometers have advanced to include technologies like electric motors and computer software for precision. They are used for engine testing, cable tension measurement, and muscle strength evaluation.
Grant Maloy Smith
8/14/2024
Application Notes
How Precise is Measuring Sound Power by Sound Intensity?
The article explores the accuracy of measuring sound power using sound intensity probes compared to traditional envelope methods with multiple microphones, as per ISO standards. It details the principles of sound intensity, power, and pressure and describes an experiment using a Dewesoft system and a reference sound source.
Konrad Schweiger
8/13/2024
Application Notes
How We Built a Cutting-Edge Vehicle Test Data Acquisition System
In an effort to demonstrate the full capabilities of our data acquisition systems, our engineers built a 'show car' equipped with advanced testing instrumentation. They selected a BMW 330e PHEV to showcase a variety of automotive testing solutions, including engine performance, noise, vibration, and harshness analysis, as well as ADAS functionality. The project involved complex installations and safety considerations, culminating in successful demonstrations at various events.
Matjaž Strniša
8/13/2024