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Electric motor testing for aerospace applications and beyond

Test & Measurement Instruments; Kistler Automotive Research & Test; Aerospace;

01.18.2022

Electric motors are not only conquering the automotive world, they also serve as actuators as well as main engines in many aerospace applications, from space vehicles over aircrafts to drones and new eVTOL air taxis.

Our experts will provide you with insights and best practices regarding the right measurement technology and efficient test procedures. The following topics will be covered:

Theory of operation (esp. torque and rotary)
Shaft and flange torque meters
Reaction torque
Installation
Use of couplings
Data acquisition
How to use outputs, ranges, resolution and dual range
Micro-vibration qualification with force sensors
Aerospace application examples
Test data management and analysis, e.g.:

Torque meter under load
Performance (good or bad electric motor)
High startup torque – low running torque
Reverse motor direction
Torque meters in a vibratory system or application

Kistler can provide you with complete measuring chains for almost all test requirements – from sensors over signal transmission and DAQ to post-processing and software.