Ricardo Test Operations offer a global footprint, servicing the needs of the powertrain and automotive industry worldwide
The diverse requirements of a wide customer base demands a high degree of capability and flexibility in the services provided. The world class Ricardo test environment is focussed on maximising client deliverables to the highest standards of quality, time and cost
Ricardo Test Operations are an experienced project partner and operate as a resource provider to internal projects as well as direct testing partner to OEM’s, Tier 1 and 2 suppliers and government agencies.
DRIVELINE AND TRANSMISSION TEST RIGS
The test facilities include all the rigs required to develop and qualify all types of transmissions and axles for passenger car applications and light commercial vehicles:
2 Wheel Drive Dynamic Test Rig (3E)
4 Wheel Drive Dynamic Test Rig (5E)
Semi Anechoic Chamber
Gearshift durability test rig
Tilting test rig
Deflection test rig
End of line production test rig
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DRIVELINE AND TRANSMISSION TEST EXPERIENCE
In addition to supporting the development of new transmission and axle designs, the Ricardo Test Operations team has considerable experience in devising innovative test solutions to investigate technical issues on driveline components. Recent test experience include:
- Dual Clutch (DCT) & Manual
- Transmissions development and validation testing
- Gear & bearing durability testing (steady state and dynamic)
- Synchroniser durability testing
- Lubrication development
- Deflection testing
- Gear marking
- Efficiency testing & measurement of spin losses (including benchmarking
- NVH testing (whine, rattle, tizz)
- Motorcycle transmission testing
- High performance vehicle clutch characterisation
- Specialist drive shaft testing