This footage from the IMSA 12h at the bumpy Sebring track also offers a practical lesson in vehicle dynamics. For example, it shows how the vehicle can be an over-constrained system. Observing dynamics in action offers some profound insights into performance, reminding us that sometimes, our own eyes are the best tools for understanding the principles of vehicle dynamics
LABA7, a specialist in tools for testing shock absorbers, has revealed new specifications for its Electromagnetic Actuated (EMA) damper testing system. The company says the test platform sets new benchmarks in terms of damper testing speed, force, and accuracy
DRiV, the aftermarket business of Tenneco, is planning to unveil a series of additions to its product range during the Automechanika 2024 show. Planned announcements include the introduction of a high-volume range of components under DRiV’s Wagner braking technologies brand; additional product offers from the Monroe ride control brand; the relaunch of the MOOG brand and product range of steering, suspension, wheel end and driveline products
Altair, a company working in computational intelligence for simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics and AI, has crowned the winners of its 2024 Enlighten Awards, which recognise sustainability and lightweighting advancements in the automotive sector
BorgWarner has secured contracts to supply its electric cross differential (eXD) to three major automotive OEMs. The eXD improves vehicle traction, handling and stability, and is applicable to all architectures, including front and rear drive
Automotive simulation software developer, IPG Automotive, has had its CarMaker package certified to ISO 26262-8 by TÜV Nord. TÜV Nord has confirmed the quality of CarMaker for all Automotive Safety Integrity Levels (ASIL-A to ASIL-D)
The acquisition of Dymag assets expands Borbet’s portfolio of car and motorcycle wheels to include carbon and magnesium rims
This video demonstrates mechanical damper-in-the-loop component testing powered by Step Lab and VI-grade technologies. The companies have formed a partnership to deliver a comprehensive Mechanical Hardware-in-the-Loop (mHiL) solution for shock absorbers in automotive applications
VI-grade, an automotive simulation company, has entered into a partnership with Step Lab, an expert in static, dynamic and impact testing machines. The collaboration aims to provide a turnkey integrated mechanical hardware-in-the-loop (mHiL) testing technology for automotive shock absorbers
Running at 80% power with a 155mph speed limit during testing, Max Chilton still set a record lap time of 54.559s at the UK’s Castle Combe Circuit in a validation prototype of the McMurtry Spéirling Pure fan car. And there’s more to come, as further record attempts will be made throughout the world in 2024 and 2025, as the test programme moves towards 100% power and 100% downforce settings
