Electric motor testing & validation services at Applus IDIADA

One of interesting test faciliies which we have at IDIADA, is unique, state-of-the-art laboratory for the testing and validation of electric motors and electric traction units.?We use our laboratory for such projects like:

• Client-customized endurance testing??
• Component testing
• Performance and characterization testing
• Full design validation plan (DVP)

Let me describe our e-motor-lab in context of above listed activity [1].

Client-customized endurance testing??

Performed on our 15 test benches through durability cycles with a wide range of temperatures and humidity. Powerful battery simulators up to 400kW / 1000V / 1400A.

• Worldwide OEM standards (LV124)
• ISO17025 certification
• 24/7/365 test operation

Component testing

Several climatic chambers equipped with DC and AC power supplies for e-motor rotors & stators / power electronics / HV components assessment.?

Performance and characterization testing

• Full validation services and adapted to worldwide standards?
• Comprehensive programme of electrical, mechanical, and thermal testing
• R85 and GBT18488 certification

Full design validation plan (DVP)

Full DVP for the electric traction unit as a system and for each of its subsystems (e-motor, inverter & transmission) based on product market specifications, legal and certification requirements, including:

• Thermal stress tests under driving conditions
• Environmental tests: corrosion, water, dust…
• Mechanical tests: vibration, shock, stone chipping, pressure pulsation
• Electrical and parameter tests

Sources

1. IDIADA's LinkedIn post https://www.dhirubhai.net/posts/applusidiada_applus-idiada-e-motor-laboratory-testing-activity-7033836746077331456-6jQn
2. Pictures are taken from IDIADA's video https://youtu.be/M3roTc4fzww

by Kamil Przewoski, IDIADA Poland, M: +48 691 222 747, on 24feb2024