By Dan Romanchik, on October 28th, 2005%
Two new software packages–SenVM and SenPC–give automotive engineers insight into sound radiation and transmission paths, allowing them to be more proactive in addressing noise problems.
Sen PC provides engineers with the the tools they need to identify and rank panel or source contributions. SenVM helps engineers identify vibration modes and isolate soiund-radiation modes from non-radiating modes. . . . → Read More: Software Helps Auto Engineers Visualize Noise
By Dan Romanchik, on October 25th, 2005%
Michigan Custom Machines, Inc. (MCM), designers and builders of custom test and assembly equipment, has been named the first US approved integrator of the AKRIBIS II — Fuel Injection Analyzer developed by UK-based INOV8 Technologies plc. The companies made the announcement at the Automotive Testing Expo North America 2005, held in Novi, Michigan.
The alliance provides . . . → Read More: Michigan Company Named US Integrator of AKRIBIS II – Fuel Injection Analyzer
By Dan Romanchik, on October 25th, 2005%
I last ran an article on the Association for Standardisation of Automation and Measuring Systems (ASAM) standards back in January 2001. At the time, it looked like a promising initiative. Today, I am happy to report that much of that promise has been realized.
What ASAM is trying to do is to create standards for data models, . . . → Read More: ASAM Making an Impact
By Dan Romanchik, on October 24th, 2005%
Mike Davis of The Car Connection recently wrote a column. After giving us a nice history of automotive test tracks, he ruminates:
But the bottom line is that large land areas that once were out in the middle of nowhere are increasingly being threatened by totally unforeseen residential real estate developments. GM’s Milford Proving Ground is surrounded . . . → Read More: Test Tracks Obsolete?
By Dan Romanchik, on October 20th, 2005%
Test Tool Talk, sponsored by Fluke Corporation, is a new website for users of test & measurement tools. It includes tips, best practices, information on new technologies and products. Users can also exchange information, ideas and opinions, access resources on products and safety issues, and get expert support on a wide range of tools and applications. . . . → Read More: New Website Designed for Test Tool Users