
imc Vehicle Energy Flow Testing Solution
With the continuous development of electric vehicle technology, energy flow testing will gradually become a key tool in electric vehicle research and development and optimization. Energy flow testing will place greater emphasis on the authenticity of testing environments and the accuracy of testing data, while also intensifying research into optimizing energy transfer paths and energy management strategies to drive the continuous advancement and development of electric vehicle technology.
Manufacturers and suppliers need a comprehensive understanding of how energy is distributed within a specific vehicle model to significantly reduce validation cycles and costs. This involves quantitatively identifying energy consumption differences between prototype and benchmark models to determine the most effective areas for improvement. Furthermore, this data is essential for building and calibrating whole-vehicle simulation models, which enables the development of targeted strategies to enhance the vehicle's overall energy efficiency.
The test solution provided by imc uses high-precision sensors to accurately collect key parameters such as voltage, current, and power during the operation of electric vehicles, ensuring the accuracy of test data. The accompanying rapid data software FAMOS enables real-time calculation and analysis of signals, allowing users to obtain results instantly during testing and improve testing efficiency.
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Applicable Tests
- High/low-temperature environmental chambers
- Dynamometer test benches
- Component test benches
- Road tests
Whole-vehicle energy flow testing
- Whole-vehicle road testing: Coastdown testing, whole-vehicle road testing
- Component test bench testing: Coastdown testing, drive cycle testing
Component energy flow testing
- Battery
- Cooling cycle
- Air conditioning
- Electric drivetrain
- Low-voltage electrical system
Applicable customers
- Automotive OEMs
- Testing institutions, etc.
Solution Features
- Provides a wireless telemetry solution with reliable transmission, suitable for whole vehicle testing without disassembling components
- Simultaneous acquisition of multiple signals: CAN, analog, digital, third-party devices
- Wide temperature range: -40°C to +85°C (CANFT: -40°C to +125°C)
- All imc signals are consolidated on the STUDIO platform with a user-friendly interface
- Real-time results and one-click report generation (customizable as needed)
- Optional database suite available, e.g., big data upload
- High-voltage resistant and strong interference immunity
Data Acquisition System

imc CRONOSflex-400
- Telemetry transmission of mechanical power on the drive shaft
- Synchronous acquisition of various sensors and signals: force, ICP, strain gauges, displacement, power
- Synchronous recording of vehicle CAN bus signals
- Supports WLAN
Drive Half-Shaft Torque/Speed sensor

imc Dx Power
- Protection rating: IP 68
- Operating temperature: -20 °C to +65 °C
- Sampling frequency: 16 Hz (other options available upon request)
- Supports synchronous data acquisition on 4 channels
Wheel Torque Sensor

imc WTT
- Protection rating: IP 67
- Operating temperature: -10°C to +60°C
- Maximum speed: 2300 rpm
- Supports synchronized data acquisition on 4 wheels
Measurement Software

imc STUDIO
- Enhances performance and response speed
- Fully utilizes metadata
- Upgraded Python® interface
- Applicable to the entire measurement process