Apply precise motion and/or force input(s) into the tire patch or spindle to measure traditional Kinematic and Compliance deflection (K&C) properties and characterize vehicle suspension and steering assemblies under dynamic synthetic or real-world transient driving maneuver inputs. Suitable for passenger cars, SUVs, and light trucks, DK&C systems accommodate numerous options to characterize additional vehicle attributes, including CG/VIM, torsional rigidity, etc.
Applications
Kinematic and Compliance Deflection Measurement
Characterization with real-world vehicle maneuvers
Employs proven, industry-leading MTS control and measurement technologies
Versatile
Performs a comprehensive array of static and dynamic K&C measurement and real-world maneuver simulation
Accelerated Testing
Advanced hybrid simulation techniques extend DK&C system utility into the early stages of vehicle design
Unmatched Expertise
More than 40 kinematics & compliance systems deployed and supported worldwide
Technical Overview
Control Room
System User Interface
Utility Distribution System (HPU not shown)
Center of Gravity Restraint (CGR) System (Option)
Trackwidth & Wheelbase Positioning System
Seismic Isolation Mass with T-slot Plates
DK&C System Input Assembly (x4)
DK&C Wheel Motion Sensor (WMS)
Body Clamp
Pit Cover Assembly (Option)
Unit
Specification
Max Vehicle Weight 1
Ton
~8-10 1
6 DOF Load Output Feedback
Vertical Load
-N (-ton)
55000 (5.6)
Lateral Load
± N
15000
Longitudinal Load
± N
15000
Mx
± Nm
5000
My
± Nm
5000
Mz
± Nm
2000
6 DOF Input Displacement
Vertical (Z)
± mm
-355 / +185
Lateral (Y)
± mm
75
Longitudinal (X)
± mm
75
Roll
± deg
15
Pitch
± deg
15
Steer
± deg
50
6 DOF Wheel Motion Displacement Output Feedback
Vertical (Z)
± mm
200
Lateral (Y)
± mm
75
Longitudinal (X)
± mm
75
Camber
± deg
15
Spin
± deg
15
Steer
± deg
45
Vehicle Trackwidth Range
± mm
1100-2100
Vehicle Wheelbase Range 2
± mm
2000 – 3800 2
Platform Diameter
mm
600
Steer Input Assembly
Angle
± deg
1080
Torque
± Nm
50
1. The max weight of vehicles tested on the DK&C is customer suspension dependent. With K&C vertical and roll kinematic tests we need to push the suspension into the jounce bumper, this usually takes 1.5-3x the corner weight of the vehicle. For example, if the vehicle is 4 mtons = 1 mton per corner weight, than it would take approximately 1.5 to 3 mtons per corner to push the suspension up to the jounce bumper. Thus, the DK&C can be used for 8-10 mton vehicles.
2. Unlimited Maximum Wheelbase achievable by testing one axle at a time
Steering Input Robot Assembly
Pneumatic Brake Actuation Assembly
Center of Gravity Restraint System (CGR)
K&C Analysis Software and Database Package
Quick Check Calibration Kit
Onsite Project Review Meeting (PRM)
Factory Acceptance and Training (FAT)
System Toolkit
System Spare Parts
Additional Data Acquisition Channels
Spindle Adapter Assembly
Vehicle Lift
Exhaust Collection System
Pit Cover Assembly
Extended Training
Center of Gravity / Vehicle Inertia Measurement (CG/VIM)
Torsional Rigidity Measurement
Underbody Vehicle Deflection Measurement
Axle Carrier Fixture System
Service and Support
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