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Introduction
This article takes an in-depth look at dynamometers.
You will learn more about topics such as:
What is a Dynamometer?
How Dynamometers are Used
Types of Dynamometers
Dynamometer Test Procedures
And much more…
Chapter One – What is a Dynamometer?
A dynamometer is a measuring device that is used to measure force tension applications and weight or pull forces. They are used to determine the torque, force, speed, and power required to drive a motor, which can be measured by evaluating the torque and rotational speed simultaneously.
Although measuring the torque of engines has been a common use for dynamometers, their use has evolved into a wide range of applications, including the measurement of weight and tension. One of their primary uses is to measure tension on telephone lines, suspension bridges, elevator cables, and ski lifts.
As tension measuring devices, dynamometers ensure the safe use of lifting rigs, cranes, and cables by monitoring loads and preventing overloading. This type of dynamometer comes in several designs to accommodate the needs of an application. Tension dynamometers are used in place of crane scales since they are easier to install and transport.
Since calibration is a critical aspect of a dynamometer’s function, they come with various methods to ensure proper calibration for accurate and precise readings. Dynamometers have a rugged design to be able to withstand the various environments where they are used. This characteristic is one of the reasons that they are a necessary tool for evaluating pull and push force.
When force is applied to a flexible metal ring on a dynamometer, it bends and measures the applied force. The measurement of force is an essential part of automobile production to determine horsepower, power absorption, and rotary speed. In construction, the tension and pull force on components of a structure have to be regularly monitored and assessed to determine strength and load capacity.
One of the major benefits of dynamometers is their adaptability to a variety of applications and uses. All types of dynamometers are exceptionally accurate and reliable, whether they are measuring torque or pull force.
Chapter Two – How a Dynamometer Works
The best explanation of how a dynamometer works is to envision a spring in a two part mounting. One end of the spring is anchored to a base, with the other end connected to the measured force. As the spring is stretched by the force, a reading registers on a scale. This simplistic representation of a dynamometer is very similar to a spring balance but provides readings in units of force or Newtons (N).
Though this simple example can provide a reading, it does not have the strength to measure the power of a 250 hp engine. A more sophisticated and technical device is required for that type of job, which is much larger and resembles an electric motor or gas engine.
Uses with Motors and Engines
A large dynamometer is a variable load that is attached to the drive of an engine or motor. As the motor powers up, the dynamometer absorbs the power being produced to provide data on the torque and power of the motor. As the power is absorbed, the dynamometer dissipates the massive amount of power generated through electromagnetism.
As can be expected in the modern era, the data produced by a dynamometer is fed into a computer. There are several varieties of software available to collect dynamometer readings. Though DOS tends to be going out of existence, a few versions of DOS software are still being used. The most common type is Windows based.
The readings from the software include:
ambient temperature
barometric pressure
humidity
oil and coolant temperature
exhaust temperatures
airflow
exhaust oxygen
throttle position
engine RPM
manifold pressure
crankcase blowby
With the use of dynamometer software, it is possible to measure, record, observe, and assess any kind of data from an engine. Most manufacturers and producers use dynamometers for basic data readouts. Dynamometer producers know that the more things you measure and quantify, the better will be the quality of the final product. This is because, if every test is not performed consistently, any aspect of the process can create variations in the results. Compiling a wide range of data can account for any possible fluctuations and variables.
Uses as a Force Gauge
When a dynamometer is used as a force gauge, it measures pull force and push force. The two types of dynamometer force gauges are digital and mechanical. A digital dynamometer has a load cell that converts force into electrical signals, which are displayed on an LCD display. With a mechanical dynamometer force gauge, the applied force deforms a strain gauge that is converted into an electrical signal.
The units measured by a dynamometer force gauge are recorded as Newtons, pounds, or Pascals. These highly accurate devices can measure any amount of force, from very small to very large.
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Chapter Three – Uses for Dynamometers
During the design process, engineers want to know how big an engine or electric motor should be to operate a machine. The type of dynamometer for such an application is a driving one, which is an engine or electric motor that has monitors and meters that are able to measure the power, force, and speed being used by the motor.
Though the use of dynamometers may seem to be restricted to motors, engines, and other mechanical devices, in reality, they have found use in other fields as a means for measuring power and force. Dynamometers are a valuable technical instrument necessary for manufacturing; however, as modern as they are, dynamometers were invented over 220 years ago to measure the pulling force of horses.
Emission Testing
Emission testing measures the emissions and power of a motor when it is on the road. The results of the testing are compared to chassis tests. A dynamometer for this purpose is portable and placed on the vehicle with devices for measuring emissions, performance, and driving. The data is downloaded to a chassis dynamometer to produce the loads that were seen on the road test. Required real time compensations include grades, wind, temperature, and altitude.
Motor Testing
Motor testing using a dynamometer takes place in a controlled setting. The vehicle to be tested is placed on roller beds, which provide the driving force to the wheels, with the motor’s torque being the primary source of power. Data recording and collecting devices are attached to the vehicle that establishes a controlled, accurate, and precise set of readings about the motor. The nature of the setting allows for control of the amount of force that can be distributed using a variety of methods as well as the speed. Measurements are taken at static power at a constant velocity.
Medical Testing
In the medical field, practitioners need to know the muscle strength of a patient to determine mobility and the ability for self-care. Hand held dynamometers provide data regarding a patient's ability to hold a standard position. The testing includes a length tension of a muscle, which is the relationship between maximum tension versus muscle length. For the best results, the muscle is tested in its maximum length tension position.
Hand Strength Testing
A specialized form of dynamometer is a hand strength tester that is used to measure the amount of loss of muscle strength in the hands. The reasons and concerns regarding hand testing include carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve and tendon damage, and various forms of neuromuscular disorders. Hand strength dynamometers serve a variety of purposes, such as diagnosing diseases, evaluating treatments, and providing data regarding the improvement of muscle strength during recovery.
Speedometer Dynamometers
A speedometer is a form of dynamometer that uses electromagnetism to provide data. A metal disc that is connected by a cable to the wheels of a car causes a magnet to rotate inside a metal cup. While the magnet is rotating, it creates eddy currents that work to slow down the magnet. In the process, the cup rotates and produces a speed reading by making the needle on the speedometer move or creating a digital readout.
Towing Dynamometers
A towing dynamometer is a mechanized trailer that is towed behind a vehicle. It uses an eddy current absorber connected to an axle system to absorb energy. Measurements are taken by a load cell on the drawbar of the trailer. A towing dynamometer is used to determine a vehicle’s performance and develop any adjustments that may be necessary.
Electric Motor Testing
The testing of electric motors using a dynamometer is very similar to tests performed on other motors. A dynamometer provides data regarding the torque, force, power, and rotation of an electric motor. Dynamometers do full and variable testing to determine the optimum performance of an electric motor.
One form of electric motor testing involves the application of water flow that is proportional to the load, which creates resistance in the motor. The acceleration and deceleration of the water flow allows the dynamometer to adsorb the power generated by the motor.
Locomotive Dynamometer Testing
The different aspects of a locomotive are tested using a dynamometer car. The main purpose of a dynamometer car is to measure the power output of a locomotive, which include pulling force, power, brake pipe pressure, and drawbar pull. The main pieces of data, which are force and speed, are used to calculate the effectiveness of a locomotive.
Power Take Off (PTO) Dynamometer Testing
PTO testing is a series of tests performed by a dynamometer when connected to an engine’s output shaft. The parameters for the testing are much like those of other engine tests and include speed, torque, power, and fuel consumption. PTO dynamometers are easy to connect and disconnect. Accurate and detailed PTO readings assist in lowering maintenance costs and improving equipment reliability.
Electric Vehicle Motor Dynamometer Testing
Several tests are performed on the motors of electric vehicles using a dynamometer. The most important part of the tests includes the performance parameters, which are calculated by the dynamometer.
The measures tested on an EV motor include rotor current, temperature rise, continuous electrical operation, max speed, and over speed. Each dynamometer for testing EV engines is specially designed to meet the parameters of the engine to be tested. The specifications of the motor are identified such that they apply to the specific motor.
Tension Dynamometer
A tension dynamometer measures the rate of tension an object can endure before collapsing. On chain lifts, a dynamometer provides a tension reading to prevent equipment overloads. In many lifting operations, a dynamometer shows live tension, which makes it possible to accurately monitor the tension rate during the operation.
Dynamometers designed for tension measurement are used for straight line rigging and lifting applications. They are ideal because they are light and more compact than crane scales, which makes them easier to set up. The mobility of tension dynamometers makes them the perfect solution for load tests and elevator certifications.
Chapter Four – Types of Dynamometers
The various types of dynamometers are designed to be attached to a machine to apply a breaking force to calculate the rotations per minute (RPM). The main types of dynamometers are absorption, or passive, and universal. The absorption type is used for driving purposes, while the universal type is for absorption and driving.
Though the general definition of dynamometers breaks into the two types, under each type are a wide variety of specialized dynamometers designed to perform a specific form of test to meet the needs of an application. The description of dynamometer types consists of a long list of devices designed to provide information and data.
One special form of test performed by dynamometers is a static tension test, which determines the breaking point of a material and its elongation. Static tension is constant force or load that is applied to a material when it is not in motion, such as weight or pressure. Dynamometers measure static tension in straight line rigging and lifting applications. The measurement of tension can be completed vertically or horizontally using a clamp on tension meter for horizontal tension and a clip on dynamometer for vertical tension.
Prony Brake Dynamometer
A Prony brake dynamometer is the simplest form of dynamometer that Gaspard de Prony developed at the beginning of the first industrial revolution. It is made up of brake blocks that press against a rotating wheel attached to the motor. The braking blocks create friction force to slow the velocity of the wheel. The purpose of a Prony brake dynamometer is to measure braking power.
Tension Dynamometers
Tension dynamometers are one of the most widely used types of dynamometers for testing tension on cables on suspension bridges and adjusting tension on electrical cables and telephone lines. They provide accurate measurements as to the amount of tension a cable can withstand before it fails.
Tension dynamometers have shackles, hooks, and pins that are used to attach them to a weight scale and cables. They function like strain gauges and use a load cell to measure force, load, and tension. Tension dynamometers display tension force between two shackles in the same axis, which is unlike a tension meter that measures tensile force in wire. Several types of load cells and tension measuring devices are included with a tension dynamometer.
The various types of tension dynamometers are portable, convenient, and can fit in the palm of your hand. The most notable quality of tension dynamometers is their exceptional accuracy and simplicity of use. They are found at construction sites, foundries, on oil rigs, and a variety of applications that involve heavy lifting equipment. Tension dynamometers ensure that any lifting device will not be overloaded or have strain or excess tension on guy wires.
Wire Tension Dynamometers
Wire tension meters, known as wire rope tension meters or yarn tension meters, are a special form of tension dynamometer that uses a load cell with a wire tensioner for tension monitoring. They are flexible devices that can be adapted to any quality of wire and manufacturing process. By maintaining consistent tension, wire tension meters ensure high quality coil windings and process efficiency while preventing failure or breakage of wires.
The basic forms of wire tension dynamometers are static and dynamic. The static form of wire tension dynamometer offers fixed tension measurements while dynamic wire tension dynamometers provide readings during an operation. Tension wire dynamometers are an adaptable tool that are ideal for changing conditions and wires to ensure accurate, precise, and high quality coil windings.
Dillon AP Dynamometer
Dillon AP dynamometers are used to measure tension, traction, and weight on mounting cables for bridges and adjusting guy wires, rope, and wire. The popularity of Dillon AP dynamometers is due to their accuracy, which is a +/-0.5% of full range. Their capacity range is 500 lbs. up to 100,000 lbs. (200 kg up to 50,000 kg) using 5 in (125 mm) or 10 in (250 mm) dials, which distinguish the various versions.
The core of a Dillon AP dynamometer is a steel flexing beam that is sealed in an aluminum casing with a dial face sealed and cushioned with a rubber gasket. There are three types of Dillon dynamometers, which are AP, EDjunior, and EDXtreme. Of the three types, the AP model is the most versatile and used for a wide range of applications.
Dillon AP dynamometers assemble in a matter of seconds and are powered by double A batteries. They are mechanical dynamometers developed by W. C. Dillon to measure tension on telephone wires. The unit is placed on a line with the dial adjusted to zero after which force is applied. The movement on the gauge provides a highly accurate and precise reading.
Tensiometer
A tensiometer is used to measure soil moisture as units of negative pressure known as tension. In this case, tension is the amount of force roots of a plant have to exert to pull water from soil as measured by a tensiometer. Plants get water by pulling it from large or small pores in the soil. The largest pores are the easiest for a plant to get water from and require very little force. As the amount of water dwindles and the pores become smaller, plants have to exert more force to pull water from soil pores, which creates tension.
As soil dries, more and more force is necessary for plants to pull water and results in high tension values as plants experience water stress. Tensiometers have a porous ceramic tube that is filled with water that allows water to pass into the soil. If the soil is dry, water moves to the unfilled soil pores. During this process, a vacuum develops in the tensiometer that is measured on a gauge that displays readings as kilopascals or centibars.
The measurement process for a tensiometer is not affected by soil texture, temperature, or salinity. Tensiometers are used to determine when irrigation is needed but not as a means of quantifying the amount of water that is necessary. For the most accurate readings, tensiometers are placed in several locations in a field. Locations are based on the type of watering and irrigation systems.
Eddy Current Dynamometers
An eddy current dynamometer measures the torque and power of the prime mover, which is a motor or engine. The rotor turns by the force of the prime mover shaft, and voltage is applied to the stator housing. Magnetic flux is generated, which is cut off by the rotor. An eddy current that is opposite to the change in the magnetic flux is generated in the rotor.
The rotor attempts to contain and reduce the rotational speed, while the prime mover maintains speed using its torque. The amount of torque is measured by an eddy current dynamometer. There are a wide range of functions that use eddy current dynamometers, including turbines and mining and drilling equipment.
Hydraulic Dynamometers
A hydraulic dynamometer has semicircular vanes placed in a rotor and stator. Water flows in a toroidal vortex around the vanes and creates a torque reaction in the dynamometer casing that is resisted by the dynamometer and measured by a load cell. The construction of a hydraulic dynamometer is similar to a fluid flywheel that measures the frictional force between impeller vanes and a moving fluid.
Absorption Dynamometers
Absorption dynamometers create torque by placing constraints on a turning shaft through mechanical or fluid friction or electromagnetic induction. The torque inducing components are arranged in pairs such that the effects of a transverse load is avoided. Absorption dynamometers are very accurate and are used where continuous transmission of the load is required.
The purpose of absorption dynamometers is to measure and absorb power. Eddy current, hydraulic, and Prony dynamometers use the power absorption principles as their means of measurement.
Driving Dynamometers
A driving dynamometer is used to determine what type of a motor is necessary to operate an engine or electric motor. The components of a driving dynamometer include a motor with measuring meters and monitors that are attached to the device to be measured. The readings from the monitoring equipment supply information regarding how much power, force, and speed are being used.
Alternating Current (AC) Dynamometers
An AC dynamometer applies power to an engine and absorbs power, such as braking force, from the driveshaft. This permits the dynamometer to simulate the external forces on the engine. AC dynamometers can use direct current (DC) as well as AC and can be a load or prime mover to measure rotational power and torque. The prime mover can be an electric motor, or a turbine driven by wind, water, or steam. It is a simple testing device that can provide a range of torque values.
AC dynamometers are a convenient method for developing a comparison between actual execution and design specifications. They have been a major step in improving marketable products and enhancing product life and performance.
Water Brake Dynamometers
Water brake dynamometers are designed to work with high torque low speed diesel engines that are used in mining, marine, and naval applications. They can test engines with clockwise and counterclockwise rotations. Water brake dynamometers are hydraulic type absorption dynamometers, which are connected to the crankshaft of the engine while water is fed into the meter.
A rotating blade in the dynamometer turns the water to create the braking force against the crankshaft. The measure of the power of the engine is decided by the heat that is generated. As the amount of water increases, the necessary braking force increases.
Fluid Dynamometers
Fluid dynamometers use the same process as water brake dynamometers but use water or oil to spin the crankshaft. As with water brake dynamometers, the heat caused by the turning of the impellers produces heat that is read by the dynamometer. Gears that are connected to the shaft of the dynamometer send the recorded data to a device that measures the force.
Universal Dynamometers
A universal dynamometer is different from an absorption dynamometer in that it can measure absorption and drive of the device being monitored. As the dynamometer absorbs the force and power, it drives the engine to measure friction and pump loss, to name a few factors.
Chassis Dynamometers
Chassis dynamometers are torque measuring devices that measure what is produced by the movement of a vehicle's wheels. They are available in fixed configurations or portable units. The purpose of chassis dynamometers is to simulate road conditions, including all the forces that attack a vehicle during operation.
The test includes accelerating, braking, and decelerating the test vehicle to get the necessary data. There are several designs of chassis dynamometers designed to test several driving conditions and challenges for vehicles.
The basic types of chassis dynamometers are:
Inertia - Inertia dynamometers use flywheel inertia to measure acceleration rates to calculate the resultant torque.
Absorption - Power absorption dynamometers measure and absorb the power from an engine. Absorbed power is dissipated as heat, which is measured by an absorption dynamometer using a Prony brake dynamometer, rope brake dynamometer, eddy current dynamometer, or hydraulic dynamometer.
Engine Dynamometers
The process of using an engine dynamometer is slightly more complicated than the use of other dynamometers. The size, weight, and performance of the engine are the determining factors related to selecting a proper dynamometer. Unlike chassis dynamometers, engine dynamometers test and tune engines.
Engine dynamometers produce a great deal of information and require a computer interface to record and display what is ascertained by the dynamometer. The main dividing factor between the different types of engine dynamometers is whether the engine is for street use or heavy duty use, such as race cars or trucks since there is a great deal of variance in torque between the two classes of engines. They are used to measure dynamic force and torque.
Rope Brake Dynamometers
A rope brake dynamometer is another method for measuring the power of an engine and includes a rope that is wound around a drum that is attached to the output shaft. One side of the rope is connected to a spring balance, with the other side attached to a loading device.
In a rope brake dynamometer, power is absorbed between the rope and the drum. The amount of friction produced by the interaction of the rope and drum necessitates some form of cooling mechanism. The mechanics of a rope brake dynamometer can be easily made, but the device does not provide accurate data due to the changes in the friction coefficient.
Crane Hook Dynamometers
A crane hook dynamometer is a tension load cell dynamometer designed for under hook crane weighing, proof load testing, and crane calibrations. There are different forms and sizes of crane hook dynamometers, with some capable of measuring the force produced by a ship loading crane and being several feet long.
Included in the range of crane hook dynamometers are wired and wireless ones that have a handheld device to provide digital readings. The dynamometer is connected to the hook of a crane and has a microprocessor for controlled high precision readings. The handheld wireless indicator makes calibrations of the dynamometer easier and convenient.
Crane hook dynamometers are tension dynamometers that change force readings into electronic signals. They help prevent overloads, monitor the tension on rigs, and assist in load evaluations.
The basic processes of a dynamometer are to measure torque or force and power. Each of these functions is completed following a set of procedures: step test, sweep test, and transient test. The various procedures are used in conjunction with the type of data to be collected.
A dynamometer has a data acquisition system that includes a commander and workstation. As with all modern testing devices, the dynamometer is linked to a computer that sends commands to the workstation. Once the commands have been implemented, the workstation operates the dynamometer and collects the programmed data that is fed back to the command computer.
Step Test Procedures
Step testing procedures are performed by brake dynamometers and are tests where an engine is kept at a set RPM for a predetermined amount of time. After collecting data at one level of RPM, it is stepped up to the next level. The advantage of the step test is the lack of acceleration so that inertia and the dynamometer do not influence the torque readings.
Sweep Test
The sweep test accelerates the engine at a constant steady rate, such as 100 RPM per second. Its purpose is to simulate as closely as possible actual driving conditions. The key to the success of the sweep test is precise control of the acceleration such that it remains constant and consistent. The dynamometer control system is responsible for the reliability of the acceleration rate.
Types of Sweep Tests:
Inertia Sweep Test
The inertia sweep test is as close as possible to actual driving conditions. Though the test does not provide the same type of data that can be acquired during driving, it does come very close. The purpose of the test is to measure the inertial resistance of an engine.
Loaded Sweep Test
The loaded sweep test has two versions, which are simply fixed and controlled. With the simple fixed test, the engine accelerates at its own rate. Power is determined by the power required to accelerate the dyno. As the name indicates, the controlled version of a sweep load test controls the acceleration rate.
Transient Test
The transient test was developed to examine various driving patterns that a vehicle will encounter during its use. The testing procedure is designed to include throttle movements, speed changes, and other engine patterns.
Variations in the transient test include cold starts that are immediately followed by hot starts. The test’s main purpose is to measure emissions as outlined in Federal Test Procedure (FTP) documentation. Under FTP guidance, the load factor during the test should be 20% to 25% of the maximum engine power.
Reading Results
In the majority of cases, the first place an analyst looks when reading data from a dynamometer is at peak power. Though this is an essential statistic, it is more important to examine the average power that covers a useful RPM range. The provided readings of the useful range are the minimum RPM of an engine at wide open throttle.
Chapter Six – Benefits of Dynamometer Usage
A concern for managers and supervisors in industry is to ensure top performance from the equipment being used. Inspecting, assessing, examining, and testing of machines and engines is a necessity. A dynamometer is an ideal tool for determining the power and capabilities of essential equipment. The use of a dyno is a way of guaranteeing that a procedure works smoothly and efficiently.
A dynamometer is a tool that can scientifically calculate the speed, torque, and power of any engine, machine, or powered tool. The general use of a dynamometer includes collecting data on motors, engines, pumps, and generators, making them applicable in a wide range of industries.
Accurate Results
An important function of a dynamometer is providing accurate and precise data. They are an ideal instrument for determining the best use of fuel and whether fuel is being wasted. The provided data assists in fine tuning and adjusting machines and motors at little cost.
Providing Precise Data
Though testing devices are an excellent idea, they are only as good as the data they provide. Dynamometers provide the highest quality of precise and accurate data in a clear and concise manner. They are capable of examining large and small weight equipment and are available as portable units.
Various Types of Dynamometers
Manufacturers of dynamometers have a wide range of sizes to fit any type of application. Water brakes are ideal for large engines while eddy current brakes measure engines up to 250 hp. The many options make it possible to purchase a dynamometer that specifically fits your needs.
Strength and Durability
The key attribute for any industrial instrument is the ability to withstand and endure the conditions where they are used. Dynamometers are solidly built from metal alloys. Producers are well aware of the conditions where their devices will be used and plan them to be durable and strong.
Benefits to Lifting and Rigging Equipment
There are general parameters regarding the performance of engines that require testing to provide data for making adjustments and maintenance. The requirements for rigging and lifting operations are slightly different than those of engines and motors. Specially designed dynamometers provide data that assist lifting and rigging operations to be efficient and safe.
The benefits are:
No need for special calibration
Costs less than a tension meter
Ensures safety
Reduction of damage to equipment and materials
Increases efficiency
Conclusion
A dynamometer is a measuring device used to determine the torque, force, speed, and power required to operate the machine or motor drive.
For the best readings from a dynamometer, it is important to calibrate and test it regularly.
Though the use of dynamometers may seem to be restricted to motors, engines, and other mechanical devices, in reality, they have found use in a wide variety of fields as a means for measuring power and force.
The basic types of dynamometers are absorption, or passive, and universal. The absorption type is used for driving purposes, while the universal type is for absorption and driving.
A dynamometer has a data acquisition system that includes a commander and workstation.
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