MOTORSPORT - AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS
Push Rods
Push rods are probably one of the most commonly strain gauged components in
motorsport. By gauging either the rod its self or a purpose made rod end, down
force cornering and bump loads can be monitored easily. Cables and connectors
can be fitted to customer specifications to mate with all leading data loggers and
the finished installation can be calibrated as required. When used in conjunction
with one of our strain gauge amplifiers we can normally provide a 5-volt signal
for a specified load.
For vehicles manufactured with suspension systems that do not utilise push rods
load cells can be fitted directly to the top of the suspension strut. These are usually
custom designed to suit each installation and have proven effective for monitoring
loads such as down force, cornering and bump. The output signal is then fed
through an amplifier to ensure compatibility with all data logging systems.
When looking to improve the handling of a vehicle the small change to the anti-roll
bar settings can have a great effect. By recording the anti-roll bar load, race
engineers are able to monitor the effectiveness of the changes made. Cables and
connectors can be fitted to customer specifications to mate with all leading data
loggers and the finished installation can be calibrated as required. When used
in conjunction with one of our strain gauge amplifiers we can normally provide
a 5-volt signal for a specified load.
Similar to strain gauge push rods, bending and other forces can be monitored
as required. Cables and connectors can be fitted to customer specifications to
mate with all leading data loggers and the finished installation can be calibrated
as required. When used in conjunction with one of our strain gauge amplifiers
we can normally provide a 5-volt signal for a specified load.
When monitoring steering loads the track rod and steering column can all be gauged.
This allows the input and output steering forces to be measured, especially useful
for systems that employ power assistance. Depending upon the installation,
gauges can be installed on the inside of a hollow column, on existing components
or on a steering force load cell mounted between the column and steering wheel.
Developed for to race engineers to measure that moment when the bump
rubber takes effect and the load applied. Made from aluminium and hard
anodised for wear they are placed over the damper shaft and retained to
the damper body to give vital information.
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