Road Simulators/Mileage Accumulation Dynamometers
One of the four newly installed road simulators is configured to support four-wheel drive vehicles and supports hybrid vehicle testing under real-world conditions.
Using 24 road simulators, Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) conducts rapid, cost-effective, round-the-clock mileage accumulation at speeds up to 100 miles per hour. These chassis dynamometers accommodate most cars and light trucks up to 7,000 pounds, conducting any transient or steady-state driving cycle.
Of the 24 road simulators, one dyno offers four-wheel drive capabilities and supports hybrid vehicle testing under real-world conditions. All four of the new dynos have temperature- and humidity-controlled engine inlet air to ensure consistent operating conditions year round. An additional high-performance dyno is capable of supporting vehicles up to 400 horsepower.
SwRI evaluates durability and performance of automotive fluids, fuels, components, and emission control systems:
- Transient and steady-state driving cycles
- Controlled and repeatable tests
- No downtime for adverse weather
- Side-by-side component comparisons
- Efficient multiple component testing
- Safe operations
- Convenient and real-time access to test data
- Ability to test prototype systems not yet roadworthy
Related Terminology
road simulators • chassis dynamometer • powertrain durability testing • hybrid vehicle testing • mileage accumulation • road simulation testing • dyno testing • vehicle fleet testing • vehicle aging • fleet fuel testing • vehicle fuel testing
