Weight Optimization of Wheel Force Transducer Adapters

The Industry’s Problem Wheel Force Transducers (WFTs) are a simple and highly accurate means for measuring loads from the road into a vehicle’s wheels. Using WFTs to measure road input loads during durability testing is a standard practice in the Read More …

Measuring Torque on Class 8 Electric Vehicles

Measuring efficiency is important for the development of any vehicle, but when it comes to Class 8 electric vehicles efficiency can quickly determine the feasibility of the vehicle for potential buyers. With a long charging time, few charging stations large Read More …

Using Wheel Force Transducers for Vehicle Dynamics

Vehicle dynamics testing plays a key role in advancements to the automotive industry. Michigan Scientific offers important instrumentation used in vehicle dynamics: the Wheel Force Transducer (WFT). The Wheel Force Transducer is capable of measuring all wheel forces and moments, Read More …

Guest Blogger | Improving Vehicle Efficiency with Volumetrics

Today we have guest blogger, Engineer Laura Larsen, reviewing uses and specifications for Michigan Scientific’s Volumetrics Instrumentation. Determining Performance and Fuel Efficiency Michigan Scientific Corporation (MSC) has been making Volumetrics Instruments for over 20 years and is one of the Read More …

Finding Coefficient of Friction Using Three Directional Load Cells

Now more than ever, safety is one of the most important aspects of vehicle manufacturing. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) continue to improve, making vehicles safer every year. Sensors and systems for braking, traction control, and handling help drivers maintain Read More …

What Types of Transducers are There?

Proper instrumentation is a key component to modern innovation. Instrumentation is used to measure and control different variables. This allows companies and individuals to gather reliable measurements during testing. Accurate instrumentation systems measure variables such as temperature, flow, angle, force, Read More …