SAKOR Technologies Provides Automated Hydraulic Cam Phaser Test Stand Provides Performance and Design Validation Without the Need of an Engine Cell
Performance test stand for validating designs for new hydraulic variable timing cam phaser
The custom built system is designed for use with cam phasers driven by oil pressure. The test system simulates different engine designs, simulating cam torque pulses using two high speed low inertia AccuDyne™ AC Dynamometers and the industry-leading DynoLAB™ GenV data acquisition and control system One dynamometer drives the timing chain as if it were the engine, while the other simulates camshaft torque pulses. Parts for testing are mounted in a thermal chamber that can be run at temperatures ranging from -40 to 150°C.This enables engineers to simulate temperatures encountered by those starting engines in all climates. The system controls oil pressure to advance or retard timing of the cam shaft relative to the engine.
The SAKOR system features a 60 kilowatt dynamometers that can operate at up
to 8500 revolutions per minute (rpm) to simulate the engine. A 235 kW ultra-low inertia dynamometer is used to simulate the high frequency torque pulses found on a cam shaft. The test stand can be easily adjusted, so it can accommodate a wide range of cam phaser designs. The DynoLAB™ Â GenVÂ data acquisition and control system provides reliable fully automated test procedures for all customer testing protocols.
"SAKOR is dedicated to helping customers design the next generation of fuel efficient engines in ways that do not require huge expensive facilities to conduct testing of components," said Randal Beattie, president of SAKOR. "To the best of our knowledge, ours is the first system capable of simulating dynamic camshaft torque pulsing in real time and in a clean lab environment."Â
About SAKOR Technologies Inc.
SAKOR Technologies Inc. is a recognized leader in the manufacture and
development of reliable and cost-effective automated test instrumentation
systems for a wide range of applications. For over 35 years, the company has
been providing quality products and superior customer service to a variety
of markets including automotive, hybrid and electric vehicle, military,
aerospace, marine, heavy equipment, performance racing, electric motor,
consumer appliance and more.Â
For more information, contact us at 989-720-2700, via e-mail at:
info@SAKOR.com, or visit SAKOR's website at www.sakor.comÂ
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