Case Studies

Case Studies

Researchers from the University of Naples Federico II and Universitas Mercatorum used Dewesoft SIRIUS and IOLITE systems to monitor wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM). Synchronized electrical measurements and wavelet coherence analysis helped identify process instability and defective metal deposits. The approach supports early defect detection, improved quality control, and reduced material and energy waste.

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Marco Ribichini

Oct 23, 2026

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At AIT Austria's SmartEST laboratory, engineers used Dewesoft SIRIUS HS to measure short-circuit currents in a 28.9 V battery module. High-speed measurements using a shunt and Rogowski coil captured peak currents of up to 7,801 A. The recorded data enabled I²t analysis to evaluate thermal stress, understand battery fault behavior, and support the selection of fuses and protective devices.

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Team H2politO from the Polytechnic University of Turin used Dewesoft IOLITE and DewesoftX to investigate the thermal efficiency of its ethanol-powered JUNO vehicle. By measuring engine, transmission, and engine bay temperatures across three cooling configurations, the team identified the most efficient setup and validated a thermal simulation model to improve vehicle performance and racing strategy.

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At Brno University of Technology, students use Dewesoft SIRIUS and DewesoftX to test combustion engines and analyze performance in real time. High-speed cylinder pressure measurements, synchronized ECU and CAN data, and open engine calibration allow students to explore combustion, emissions, and efficiency while developing practical skills in modern automotive testing.

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Researchers at the University of Trieste used Dewesoft SIRIUS Mini and DewesoftX to assess damage in fractured laminated glass subjected to repeated impacts. Experimental modal analysis revealed changes in vibration frequency and residual stiffness, highlighting differences between glass interlayers and demonstrating the potential of vibration-based monitoring for structural damage assessment.

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Tests on seven M10 taps in Al 6082 compared oil, minimum quantity lubrication, and dry tapping using torque measurements with Dewesoft SIRIUS and DewesoftX. Oil gave the lowest and most stable torque, while MQL offered a promising lower-consumption alternative. Aluminum-specific DLC-coated taps performed best, but dry tapping proved unreliable. Pasted text

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CETEST developed an automated in-house temperature sensor calibration system using a climatic chamber, reference instrumentation, Dewesoft IOLITE, and DewesoftX. The solution automates data acquisition, comparison, uncertainty calculation, and certificate generation, reducing calibration costs and downtime while improving sensor availability, traceability, and consistency.

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Nextherm Sensing combines high-performance heat flux sensors with Dewesoft IOLITEi data acquisition and DewesoftX software to convert low-level sensor signals into real-time thermal data. The system delivers low-noise acquisition, direct conversion to heat flux units, synchronized multi-parameter measurement, and real-time visualization for demanding thermal testing applications.

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ERNST Prüfmaschinen combines FEM simulation with modal and vibration testing to validate high-speed E-motor test benches. Using Dewesoft SIRIUS X and DewesoftX, engineers identify critical resonances, compare simulated and measured behavior, and refine test-bench designs to ensure reliable operation at high rotational speeds.

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CETEST developed a remote railway vehicle monitoring system for long-term dynamics and homologation testing using Dewesoft OBSIDIAN Gate, IOLITE modules, and 5G connectivity. The solution enables autonomous data acquisition, automated safety alarms, secure remote data transfer, and reliable operation during network outages, reducing the need for onboard engineers while improving safety and efficiency.

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The AQUILO Rocket Team used tensile testing, strain gauges, and Dewesoft data acquisition to evaluate composite materials for the AQUILO IX rocket. Carbon-fiber samples demonstrated sufficient strength for future structures, while the hybrid carbon/glass-fiber design failed near the material transition, highlighting the need for further development.

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Students at the IUT of Le Creusot investigated how microphone orientation affects acoustic measurements. Using a motorized rotation system, encoder, and Dewesoft data acquisition, they measured an MG370 microphone’s response at different angles and frequencies. The synchronized measurements and polar plots revealed how microphone sensitivity varies with the direction of incoming sound.

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This study evaluates ride comfort in a Mini Cooper R56 through synchronized cabin noise and whole-body vibration measurements. Following ISO 5128 and ISO 2631-1, Dewesoft hardware and software were used to assess acoustic levels, vibration exposure, motion sickness, and vehicle dynamics under stationary and real-world driving conditions.

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HydroTeam developed a non-invasive method to estimate hydrogen fuel consumption in a Ford 3.5L V6 engine using existing ECU data. With Dewesoft DS-CAN2 and DewesoftX, the team combined engine parameters, lambda values, and the ideal gas law to calculate hydrogen mass flow in real time without a dedicated fuel flow meter.

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Researchers at the Polytechnic University of Turin used Dewesoft Navion i2 and DewesoftX to collect 400 km of high-resolution road data around Turin. The resulting database contains 1,319 annotated road and intersection elements, enabling the M-TIL platform to generate realistic, RDE-compliant routes for automotive simulation and validation.

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Faraday Rocketry performed experimental modal testing on its two-stage Origin sounding rocket to validate its finite element model. Using Dewesoft SIRIUS and DewesoftX, the team measured natural frequencies, mode shapes, and damping, successfully validating the first two structural bending modes and improving confidence in the rocket’s structural design.

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Team DIANA from the Polytechnic University of Turin used Dewesoft data acquisition hardware and software to validate the differential suspension system of its FORTUNA Mars rover. Load-cell and strain-gauge measurements closely matched numerical simulations, confirming the expected loads and showing no signs of buckling under demanding test conditions.

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Researchers at the University of Warmia and Mazury developed a fatigue-testing platform that combines cyclic loading with acoustic response analysis to detect damage in aluminum wheel rims before visible cracks appear. Using the Dewesoft SIRIUSi data acquisition system, they identified spectral changes after 420,000 load cycles, demonstrating that vibration and acoustic monitoring can reveal advanced fatigue degradation before failure.

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This article presents the Arctic Test Arena in Northern Norway, where Dewesoft's distributed monitoring system continuously measures railway bridge behavior under extreme Arctic conditions. By combining synchronized sensors, structural health monitoring, digital twins, and AI, engineers can detect early deterioration, improve safety, reduce maintenance costs, and enable predictive, condition-based infrastructure management.

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Daniel Colmenares

Jul 30, 2026

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KEBA validated its 320 kW DC fast charger in an AIT climate chamber to ensure reliable operation under extreme temperatures. Using synchronized Dewesoft power measurements, engineers verified thermal management, gradual power derating, efficiency, and automatic power recovery during controlled load tests. The results confirmed safe, standards-compliant performance and reliable charging in demanding environments.

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Konrad Schweiger

Jul 23, 2026

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UniNa Corse validated the vehicle dynamics model of its first fully electric Formula Student race car by comparing simulation results with high-precision track testing. Using Dewesoft data acquisition, advanced tire modeling, and iterative validation, the team reduced simulation error from over 30% to less than 2%, creating a reliable virtual model for faster setup optimization, improved handling, and future vehicle development.

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Dynamotion investigated the causes of bicycle fork vibrations during front disk braking by combining on-road testing, laboratory modal analysis, Dewesoft KRYPTON data acquisition, and numerical modeling. The study identified brake friction material, wheel dynamics, and fork stiffness as the main factors behind vibration and provides practical design recommendations to improve rider comfort, confidence, and braking performance.

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Europe’s aging railway bridges need reliable monitoring to detect early structural damage. At Norway’s Hell Bridge Test Arena, researchers compared standard accelerometers with Dewesoft low-noise MEMS sensors and showed that high-quality vibration data, precise synchronization, and machine learning can help distinguish real damage from normal environmental variability.

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Daniel Colmenares

Jul 1, 2026

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The Tomačevo Bridge near Ljubljana serves as a living laboratory for hybrid bridge monitoring, combining Bridge Weigh-in-Motion (B-WIM) and Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) technologies. By synchronizing traffic load data with strain, acceleration, temperature, and displacement measurements, engineers can directly link vehicle crossings to structural responses. Controlled load tests confirmed reliable, repeatable results, while continuous monitoring captures rare heavy-load events, supporting more accurate bridge diagnostics, condition assessment, and long-term infrastructure management.