Automotive and Vehicle

Interface introduced our load cells to the auto and vehicle industry more than five decades ago. We understand the complexities of testing throughout the entire journey, from component design and prototyping to rigorous safety testing of every piece of equipment. Our quality and precision sensor technologies are essential to manufacturing and production.

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Automotive Overview

Faster, lighter, safer, more responsive automotive vehicle load cell sensors are built at Interface. Nearly every segment of the automotive industry deals with conflicting priorities as they compete to develop new vehicles for their customers. From the focus on extreme performance of racing vehicles to the safety focus of consumer automobiles, Interface can provide force and torque measurement solutions to help you achieve your automotive goals.

We currently supply force and torque sensors directly to automotive OEMs as well as to Tier 1 component vendors and Tier 2 & Tier 3 machine designers, who use Interface force sensors to improve their products and processes.

Interface has been supplying high quality, precision load cells to the automotive industry since 1968, including custom one-off sensors and special application-specific designs. Standard off-the-shelf models such as our 2400 series , our 3200 series Stainless Steel LowProfile™ Load Cells or our WMC Miniature Load Cell family are popular with machine builders and used anywhere a rugged stainless steel load cell is required. Research and development facilities with precision applications favor our 1200 Series LowProfile™ Load Cells with their special moment compensated design. These are used in auto manufacturer assembly lines in a variety of production monitoring and verification applications.Our exceedingly accurate LowProfile™ Load Cells have been used in NASCAR and IndyCar garages for testing individual springs and entire vehicle suspensions.

A moment compensated Interface load cell has as much as 1,000 times less error from side load or moment as our competitor’s products. And many of our sensors feature 10x mechanical overload protection, which helps protect against unintended loads. Our Model BPL Load Cell is a very LowProfile™ load cell for measuring force on gas, brake or clutch pedal.

With a wide range of automotive vehicle load cell sensors, force and torque measurement capabilities and features such as moment compensation, temperature compensation, and mechanical overload protection, Interface can help you design a solution perfect for your automotive application.

Automotive + Vehicle Applications:

Automotive component testing including gearbox, differential, tires, pedals, etc.
Race suspension Tuning & Adjustment
Bushing qualification and bearing press verification
Building a championship race car
Engine dynamometer tuning and testing
Engine head bolt tightening
Hydraulic actuators
Electric vehicle battery testing
Electric vehicle torque testing
Window safety compliance
Steering torque measurement
Fuel pump optimization and fuel flow
Suspension tuning and adjustment
Fuel or Gas tank assembly
Assembly line monitoring, flow, and verification
Seat Testing
Transmission gear box and Gear mesh
Fatigue testing
Motor test stand
Brake and Clutch Pedal Force Testing
Door Fatigue Testing and Spring testing
Bearing press and Press to fit
Wet sanding force monitoring
Window force testing
Crash test
Durability testing, Tire Testing and Shock Absorber testing
Drive train and Differential
Coil Spring, Valve Spring and Suspension Testing
Precision car weight and distribution

Smart Transportation

Interface is supporting one of the many revolutions in the automotive and vehicle industry. One such area of rapid transformation is smart transportation, which is a rapidly growing field that is using sensors, data, and analytics to improve the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of transportation systems.

In the automotive industry, sensors are being used to improve a wide range of features, including like crash avoidance, lane departure warnings, adaptive cruise control, EV battery management and autonomous driving. Essentially sensor technologies are making our transportation systems safer and smarter.

In addition to these safety features, sensors are also being used to improve the efficiency and sustainability of vehicles. Sensors can also be used to collect data on traffic patterns and optimize routes, which can help to reduce congestion and

Some examples of smart transportation technologies include:

Intelligent traffic lights: These lights use sensors to detect traffic flow and adjust the timing of the lights to improve traffic flow.
Vehicle-to-vehicle communication: This technology allows vehicles to communicate with each other to share information about their speed, location, and intentions. This can help to prevent collisions and improve traffic flow.
Real-time traffic information: This information can be displayed on signs, apps, or websites to help drivers make informed decisions about their routes.
Parking guidance systems: These systems use sensors to track the availability of parking spaces and provide real-time information to drivers.
Autonomous vehicles: These vehicles use sensors and software to drive themselves, without the need for a human driver.

How are Interface products used in smart transportation applications?

Interface load cells are used to measure the weight of cargo or passengers in a vehicle. This information can be used to optimize the distribution of weight for better handling and fuel efficiency.
Interface torque transducers measure the amount of torque being applied to the wheels of large transportation vehicles that travels by rail, cable or on the road. This information can be used to improve the performance of the engine and transmission.
Interface pillow block load cells are used to provide instant feedback for rail transportation, enabling these fast moving vehicles to operate safely across the hills, plains, mountains and desert terrains.
Interface instrumentation solutions are used to gather the measurement of different aspects of smart vehicles such as speed, temperature, and fuel or battery consumption. This information can be used to provide system management operations feedback in real-time and help to troubleshoot problems.

As this technology continues to develop, we can expect to see even more innovative and efficient ways to get around.

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Battery Solutions

Advancing Battery Options with Measurement Solutions

The automotive industry is undergoing a monumental transition in manufacturing electric vehicles (EVs) as a viable alternative to internal combustion engine-powered cars. Batteries are the core components of EVs, providing the energy necessary to propel vehicles. Acceptance and advancements of EV’s is highly dependent on the battery. It’s well understood that the mass adoption of EVs has significant implications for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and fossil fuel dependency. Consumers are making assessments on vehicles based on battery lifespan, charging options and mileage.

The increase in battery demand is connected to availability of critical materials. Reducing the need for critical materials will also be important for supply chain sustainability, resilience and security. Accelerating advancements in battery capabilities, recycling and materials will drive faster adoption of EVs. The current market shift towards EVs has made the lithium-ion battery the dominant battery type today, surpassing all other types. EV manufacturers prefer partnering with manufacturers (OEMs) of newer model Li-ion batteries due to their lighter weight and higher energy density.

Load Cells and Battery Advancements

Force measurement testing plays a crucial role in many aspects of lithium-ion battery testing, covering multiple stages in research, development, and manufacturing processes. Materials like lithium-sulfur, silicon anodes, and graphene-based electrodes hold great promise. As battery technology continues to evolve, we can expect transformative changes that will redefine how we travel, transport goods, and shape our world. As an industry solution provider, Interface offers various solutions tailored to automotive component and battery manufacturers:

Battery Capacity Testing: Load cells assess the capacity and energy density of lithium-ion batteries by subjecting them to various load profiles and measuring corresponding electrical outputs. This enables the characterization of a battery’s energy storage capabilities and performance over time, crucial for achieving greater range in electric vehicles.

Battery Safety Testing: Given the potential for thermal runaway and safety hazards in lithium-ion batteries, load cells, in combination with temperature and pressure sensors, can monitor critical parameters during battery operation. Detecting abnormal mechanical forces or stresses can indicate impending failure, prompting preventive measures or shutdown protocols.

Battery Environmental Testing: Load cells and other sensor technologies simulate real-world conditions and environmental factors that batteries may encounter throughout their lifespan. This includes vibration testing, temperature cycling, humidity exposure, and acceleration force simulation. Manufacturers and researchers can assess the battery’s performance and reliability under various environmental conditions.

Battery Manufacturing Quality Control: Load cells play a vital role in battery manufacturing processes by ensuring consistent quality and performance. They measure and analyze forces and stresses experienced during assembly, welding, or compression processes, identifying manufacturing defects, inconsistencies, or deviations from design specifications.

Battery R&D, testing and production rely on high-accuracy measurement solutions. As the world manufacturer’s, policy makers and organizations fund signification growth in battery manufacturing and incentives for EV purchases, batteries are expanding their reach into other industries including consumer products, energy and IoT. The possibilities are expansive and have dramatic impact on sustainability and humanity.

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