Testing Autonomous Vehicles to Ensure Safety and Performance
Interface, Inc.
The World Leader in Force Measurement Solutions since 1968. The most accurate load cells, torque sensors + strain gages.
Technological advancements in the automotive market are resulting in rapid engineering advancements in sensor and robotic controls, which are driving changes in mobility.
Most vehicles manufactured today heavily rely upon computer and sensor-based technology in safety and performance control systems. The technology advancements are changing from assistance designed to help passengers avoid hazardous roads and improve safe driving experiences without human error to full autonomy.
The ability to drive without guidance from a driver using advanced systems is no longer a vision. Autonomous vehicles (AVs), or self-driving cars, have taken the streets in many urban locations. As they have mapped across roadways and highways for the past several years, it is not long before more of these autonomous vehicles grow in functionality and adoption.
According to Next Move Strategy Consulting, the global autonomous vehicle market amounted to 17,000 units in 2022 and is projected to reach the size of some 127,000 units in 2030. Automotive test and measurement programs are critical to this growth, as major AV manufacturers demonstrate the safety and efficiencies projected in transitioning to more autonomous vehicles.
The intricate nature of AV systems necessitates precise and reliable testing methodologies. Load cells and torque transducers are crucial in evaluating various components and systems within autonomous vehicles. These sensors accurately measure forces and torques, providing valuable data for performance assessment, safety verification, and regulatory compliance.
Tailored Solutions for AV Development
Interface is a long-time automotive industry partner and understands vehicle development's unique test and measurement challenges, including innovation in AVs.
Interface goes beyond generic testing devices used in Level 1 through 5 SAE classifications for automation. Accurate force and torque measurement solutions ensure the quality and performance of an AV.
Our LowProfile Universal Load Cells and wide range of rotary torque transducers are commonplace in automotive test labs worldwide. Interface high-precision miniature load cells for intricate suspension load testing to wireless torque transducers for high-speed data collection.
Confidence equals adoption. Interface fosters confidence in development with accurate data from our precision, quality sensor technologies, and devices. Interface has the support sensors to ensure AVs are meticulously evaluated, proven, and ready to hit the road – safely.
AV Applications for Interface Measurement Solutions
Steering System Calibration: Torque transducers calibrate steering systems, ensuring precise control and responsiveness in autonomous vehicles. By measuring the torque applied to the steering wheel or steering column, engineers can optimize algorithms and validate the performance of the steering mechanism under diverse driving conditions.
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Brake Performance Testing: Load cells measure the forces exerted on brake pedals and calipers during braking maneuvers. This data is essential for evaluating braking efficiency, ensuring consistent stopping distances, and validating the functionality of emergency braking systems in autonomous vehicles.
Suspension Load Testing: Load cells are integrated into suspension systems to measure the forces and loads experienced by various components, such as springs, dampers, and control arms. This information is crucial for optimizing suspension design, enhancing ride comfort, and ensuring stability during autonomous driving.
Additional AV Test and Measurement Applications Using Interface Solutions
Supporting Autonomous Vehicle Growth and Testing Requirements
Interface is a trusted partner for OEMs, machine builders, test engineers, and labs focused on bringing next-generation AVs to life. Our measurement devices are instrumental across the entire AV development cycle, from R&D to parts and component testing.
The global autonomous vehicle market is projected to experience significant growth, with estimates indicating a CAGR of over 30% between 2023 and 2030. Factors such as advancements in sensor technology, increased investments in AV development, and supportive government regulations drive this rapid expansion. As AV technology matures and inches closer to widespread adoption, the need for rigorous testing and validation becomes even more critical.
We know that AV manufacturers must deliver safe, efficient, and reliable vehicles, paving the way for a future of autonomous transportation. Interface is a partner ready to support this growing market.
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