User manual MOOG INTEGRATED TEST SUITE BROCHURE

[. . . ] The Integrated Test Suite consists of four key modules: Replication, Runner, Sinesweep and Random Vibration. Each can be used independently or combined as your requirements change. Moog Sidebar All Moog test applications use the Moog Sidebar. The Sidebar is a powerful tool that allows you to connect to a controller, then monitor and control it. With the Sidebar you can easily create, edit, and run controller scripts or manage your aliases. [. . . ] It starts with performing a system identification that can be done with all channels at once (simultaneous), or channel by channel (sequential) for both square and non-square systems. Once you are satisfied with the system identification result, the calculated model can be stored. This can be used for simulation purposes or the iteration step. Sequence building Once the drive files have been iterated, they can be used in a sequence to develop specific tests. Sequence building in Moog Replication can be used to develop a test. The software also offers different views for sequence building. A table view can be used, but also a very intuitive graphical representation of the sequence is available to quickly put all steps in the desired order. A timeline view lets you see the sequence per channel in the time domain. You can preview your sequence before sending it to the controller. Iteration The advanced Moog iteration algorithms result in fewer iteration steps to reduce the fatigue of your test specimen and optimize your preparation time. Simply follow the process to enter your general parameters (e. g. , the mix gain, target file, control channels, controller bandwidth). Then the algorithms of the program will gradually adjust the drive file in such a way that the system response matches the desired target. During the automated iteration process, the operator can easily view several comparative calculations to judge the iteration quality. Once the required level of accuracy has been reached, the final drive file can be stored for use in subsequent testing. LET THE AUTO ITERATION WORK FOR YOU Batch iteration Replicate a set of target files (or time history reference files) with the same scheme without further intervention and with the necessary monitoring. The generated report gives the operator an overview of the iteration results for each of the replicated files. You can perform other tasks while the auto iteration runs for you. MooG ruNNer Once you have defined one or multiple drive-files, the Moog Runner module allows you to configure, execute and monitor your durability testing. It is widely used by automotive labs for its simple setup and fast test times. RUN YOUR TEST EFFICIENTLY WHILE PROTECTING THE TEST SPECIMEN Set Sequences Create all basic functionalities efficiently using drag-and-drop functions. Use multiple play modes like sequential and `rule of three'. Select data acquisition channels, add monitors, proceed to channel mappings from the drive file and the sequence building. Use advanced data acquisition options like storing partly data sets, trend monitoring, signal guarding. Setup statistical and fatigue calculation for monitoring and guarding. Optimize sequence editing. Test Specimen Monitoring Protect your test specimen with maximum safety by selecting monitoring options to get an alarm or trigger a failsafe. [. . . ] Next, define the sweep profile and establish the alarm and failsafe limits. 4. Test Run the test by selecting the manual mode (which is suited for resonance finding with dwell and reverse function) or choose automatic and run durability tests for a predefined number of cycles or timeframe. MooG raNDoM VIBratIoN The Moog Random Vibration module was designed for fatigue and structural tests, and can help to generate meaningful test results earlier in the design cycle. This software will allow you to identify and quantify defects more rapidly, helping to reduce costs related to late design changes and eliminate warranty issues. Random Vibration module and hardware configurations Random Vibration can be used for single channels systems, but also supports multi-axis test systems, like the Moog Simulation Table, using MIMO (Multiple Inputs, Multiple Outputs) algorithms. Set up made fast and easy First enter a set of basic parameters and define your power spectral density profile (PSD). Step by step the software will increase the energy levels until the target PSD is reached. [. . . ]