Multi-purpose automotive and aerospace test bench
Characterization and validation of your propulsion systems
A high-performance stationary test bench for combustion engines and multi-sector powertrains
The Emitech Group offers a versatile stationary test bench that enables the complete characterisation of combustion engines and powertrains for the automotive and aerospace industries. Originally designed for testing propeller engines, this test bench has been renovated and optimised to also accommodate land vehicle engines, offering a unique solution for validating performance, endurance and fuel/oil compatibility.
It is an ideal tool for propulsion system development engineers, electromobility project managers, test techniciansand validation managers who want a flexible, accurate test environment capable of reproducing real operating conditions.
Why choose the Emitech multi-purpose test bench?
Aeronautical/automotive versatility
- Testing of propeller motors in real configuration: controlled air flow, acoustic reduction
- Possibility of testing in brake mode using an eddy current load machine
- Adaptability to vehicle engines: bench renovated to meet the requirements of the automotive sector
Realistic test conditions
- 45 m² test cell with optimised ventilation
- Temperature and humidity controlled** combustion air operation
- Power supply via fuel conditioner
Complete control of tests and measurements
- Speed and torque control, controllable modes
- Configurable fast data acquisition from 5 to 100 Hz
- Advanced measurement and diagnostic systems: combustion, lambda, mass flow
Technical characteristics of the stationary bench
| Key specifications | Values |
|---|---|
| Cell area | 45 m² |
| Brake type | Eddy current |
| Engine power | Up to 380 kW |
| Maximum torque | 600 Nm (up to 2,300 rpm) |
| Maximum speed | 9,000 rpm |
| Acquisition frequency | 5 to 100 Hz |
| Control modes | Speed or torque control |
Multi-purpose automotive and aerospace test bench: Applications and tests carried out
Engine characterization & Powertrain validation
- Torque/power mapping
- Steady-state and transient tests
- Validation of mechanical and thermal limits
- Evaluation of system performance in real-life conditions
Fuel and lubricant testing
- Characterization of alternative fuels or e-fuels
- Fouling, oxidation and volatility studies
- Endurance tests on engine lubricants, oil stability
- Analysis of formulation effects on combustion
Combustion analysis and engine diagnostics
- Combustion data acquisition via Osiris and Indicom systems
- Precise consumption measurement via Coriolis mass flow meters
- Integration of lambda, temperature, pressure and vibration sensors
- Connection to ECU via ETAS systems (CAN, real-time calibration)
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Benefits of the bench for your validation projects
- Modular design for vehicle line assembly or dedicated bench
- Configuration for on-board or controlled environment testing
- Flexible interface with customer control/acquisition software
- Suitable for testing pre-production engines, prototypes or production
Who is this bench for?
This test bench meets the needs of professionals in the fields of thermal propulsion and hybrid systems:
- Aircraft and automobile manufacturers
- Engine design offices / GMP
- Propulsion / injection / lubrication equipment manufacturers
- R&D and energy innovation centres
Why choose the Emitech Group?
- Recognised expertise in alternative fuels: H₂, NH₃, e-fuels, biofuels.
- High-performance engine test benches adapted to multi-energy testing.
- Maximum safety: closed cells, automatic detection, emission control.
- Advanced methodologies: DoE, standardised cycles, RDE, ECU prototyping.
- Full support: calibration, endurance, regulatory compliance (Euro 7 and beyond).
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