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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.

Case Studies

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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Repurposing retired EV batteries for stationary energy storage requires thorough safety validation before deployment. Researchers at Tallinn University of Technology evaluated a second-life Nissan Leaf battery using the Dewesoft Obsidian R8 to monitor charging behavior, pack voltage, current, and BMS CAN data. The results confirmed stable operation, safe cell voltages, and suitability for further stationary energy storage applications.

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Researchers at FH CAMPUS 02 used Dewesoft modal analysis and impact testing to compare the vibration behavior of two tennis rackets and evaluate the effect of a vibration damper. The study showed that racket construction strongly influences vibration, comfort, and control, while the damper has little effect on overall structural dynamics, affecting only localized string-bed vibrations.

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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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Dewesoft USA Summer Camp 2026 gave 12 high school students and recent graduates a hands-on introduction to automotive testing. Working with instrumented off-road go-karts, they used professional DAQ systems and sensors to collect, analyze, and interpret real test data while learning from Dewesoft engineers. The program combined practical engineering, teamwork, and real-world problem solving.

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Owen Maginity

Jul 15, 2026

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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

Corporate News

Dewesoft joined Formula Student Team GPE Maribor for a sponsor track day at Raceland Krško, testing GPE’s electric race car “Layla” and Dewesoft’s own Formula Student car. The event highlighted years of sponsorship, engineering mentorship, and vehicle analysis support, including Dewesoft measurement systems used to validate performance and help students develop future race cars.

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Matjaž Strniša

Jul 1, 2026

Product Updates

Dewesoft’s new UNI universal amplifier is a highly flexible measurement solution that supports virtually any sensor type, including voltage, current, strain, vibration, temperature, pressure, and displacement sensors. With up to 500 kS/s sampling, 24-bit ADC technology, galvanic isolation, TEDS support, and compatibility across IOLITE, OBSIDIAN, and SIRIUS X platforms, UNI simplifies test setups while delivering high performance for applications ranging from automotive and aerospace testing to industrial monitoring and research.

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Jaka Ogorevc

Jun 8, 2026

Case Studies

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.

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Dewesoft has expanded its IOLITE DAQ ecosystem with new modules for low-voltage, low-current, temperature, resistance, and high-isolation measurements, plus a blank rack slice for flexible system configuration. The additions deliver higher channel density, improved signal integrity, advanced thermal monitoring, and safer operation for applications in electrification, energy systems, industrial testing, aerospace, and research

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Jaka Ogorevc

Jun 2, 2026

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The University of Bordeaux uses Dewesoft-powered CNC machining instrumentation to give engineering students hands-on experience with real manufacturing processes. By combining machine-control data with force, torque, and power measurements, students and researchers can analyze cutting performance, energy consumption, and process optimization in real time. The platform supports education from undergraduate to doctoral level while advancing research in sustainable, energy-efficient manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies.

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Renting test instruments reduces upfront costs, speeds up access to the latest DAQ technology, and gives engineering teams flexibility for short-term testing, validation, and peak workloads. Buying is more cost-effective for permanent or daily use, especially in production environments. Dewesoft highlights a hybrid rent-and-buy strategy as the most practical approach for balancing cost, scalability, and long-term testing needs.

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Grant Maloy Smith

May 25, 2026

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Researchers from Veski, the University of Zagreb, and HEP developed a machine learning add-on for hydropower plants that detects hydro-generator faults long before conventional alarms. By learning normal operating behavior and analyzing vibration residuals in real time, the system identified deviations up to 47 days before critical failure, improving reliability, maintenance planning, and operational safety.

Dewesoft Events

More than 500 engineers and scientists gathered in Slovenia for Dewesoft’s Measurement Conference 2026, where discussions focused on edge computing, embedded analytics, openDAQ interoperability, and real-time measurement systems. The event highlighted how industries from aerospace to automotive are shifting toward intelligent, software-defined testing and monitoring technologies.

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Carsten Frederiksen

May 22, 2026

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Using a BMW XM equipped with Dewesoft SIRIUS DAQ systems and DewesoftX software, engineers captured synchronized video, audio, GNSS, CAN bus, and sensor data to study how drivers interact with ADAS features in real-world conditions. The testing revealed how drivers respond to warnings, lane keeping, parking assist, and automated interventions, helping improve safety validation and user experience.

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Owen Maginity

May 15, 2026

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Leane International developed a flexible pass-by-noise testing solution that combines DewesoftX automation, Sequencer workflows, and Python-based GarageLab analysis. The system allows a single operator onboard the vehicle to manage measurements, validate test runs, process data, and generate reports in real time. By integrating automated workflows, synchronized DAQ, and customizable reporting, the solution delivers a cost-effective and adaptable alternative to traditional PBN testing systems.

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Mavel Powertrain is transforming electric motor testing from simple validation into a data-driven engineering ecosystem. By combining Dewesoft DAQ systems, centralized data management, simulation tools, and AI-supported analytics, the company turns test data into reusable engineering knowledge. This approach speeds development, improves reliability, reduces physical testing, and creates smarter, more connected workflows for future electric drive design.

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COMPREDICT uses Dewesoft measurement technology to validate automotive Virtual Sensors with synchronized, high-quality vehicle data. By combining real-time bus signals with engineering-grade reference measurements in one demo vehicle, the system enables accurate calibration, scalable deployment, and live demonstrations of Virtual Sensor performance under real driving conditions.

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Engineers implemented a continuous structural health monitoring system on Albania’s Drinit Bridge using Dewesoft MEMS accelerometers, optical strain sensors, and wind transducers. Through modal analysis and advanced displacement algorithms, the system verified the bridge’s stability under strong winds, ensured long-term structural safety, and eliminated the need for costly tuned mass dampers.

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NASA’s Artemis program is rebuilding human deep-space exploration through the powerful SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft. After Artemis I proved the system during an uncrewed lunar mission, Artemis II successfully carried astronauts around the Moon in 2026. The program relied on years of testing across NASA centers, validating propulsion, avionics, recovery, and safety systems for future Moon and Mars missions.

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Grant Maloy Smith

May 14, 2026

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WINTERSTEIGER used Dewesoft’s rugged KRYPTON data acquisition system during a remote field campaign in Brazil to measure real-world structural loads on its Quantum Pro plot combine harvester. Operating in extreme heat, humidity, and vibration, the setup captured acceleration, strain, GPS, and CAN data across 85 hours of testing, helping validate load assumptions and support future product development and durability improvements.