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TOURING CARS AND FORMULA 1 AS TEST BEDS FOR PRODUCTION VEHICLES
24 January 2007 - Kistler Instruments
| Kistler's wheel force measuring systems revolve around hightech race car measurement tried and tested in the DTM Series and Formula 1. The capabilities and reliability of the two different lightweight systems in use come into their own where ultra high precision measurement is required under extreme loads. |
Kistler's wheel force measuring systems revolve around hightech race car measurement tried and tested in the DTM Series and Formula 1. The capabilities and reliability of the two different lightweight systems in use come into their own where ultra high precision measurement is required under extreme loads.
Touring cars are based on the design of production vehicles, but have a specially tuned racing chassis. The DTM therefore offers an extensive test bed for the use for RoaDyn measuring wheels. On a circuit in Portugal racing mechanics fit Kistler RoaDyn S625 measuring wheels for fine tuning the vehicle. This particularly light measuring wheel with carbon fiber structural components offers the major advantage of internal signal transmission that avoids impairing race car aerodynamics. The experience gained in extreme racing situations is also exploited in the ongoing development of the RoaDyn family of measuring wheels. Kistler's lightweight titanium RoaDyn V6F1 is used by various racing stables. Kistler has now modified its design to enhance its adaptability and extend its service life. Signal processing has also been improved by new electronics, which now provide analog measurement signals with the option of 0 … 5 V, 0 … 10 V or ±5 V output voltages. The sensor system is even more resistant to the effects of extreme temperatures. The improved system characteristics have been documented in numerous series of tests on tire and wheel stands.
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About: Kistler Instruments
Kistler is one of the world's leading suppliers of measurement technology. Kistler pressure sensors, force sensors and accelerometers use the piezoelectric effect for precise measurement of mechanical properties. Kistler is a privately-owned Swiss company which develops and manufactures sensors and electronics for measuring pressure, force and acceleration. Additionally, the functionality of electronics plays an increasing role when defining a measuring system and even more frequently, electronics in fact becomes part of the sensor itself. Most of Kistler's products have been developed in close cooperation between leading universities or research facilities and Kistler's engineers. Investments in Kistler's research department have led to the development of new crystals which enable reliable measurements to be taken under the most extreme environmental conditions. The results of our in-depth crystal research will give us a leading edge in advancing the state-of-the-art. |
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