MTS WIFT Mini Transducer Interface - Manual (Page 14)

SWIFT ® Mini TI 14
Overview
Hardware Overview
Overview
The MTS Spinning Wheel Integrated Force Transducer (SWIFT ® ) sensor is a
light-weight, easy-to-use transducer that enables you to conduct faster, less
expensive data acquisition and road simulation testing.
The transducer is designed for use on the test track and public roads, as well as in
the test laboratory. It attaches to the test vehicle or an MTS Series 329 Road
Simulator using an adapter and a modified wheel rim.
You can achieve excellent data correlation using the same transducer and vehicle
on the test track or public road and on a road simulator. It is available in various
sizes and materials to fit various vehicle and loading requirements.
Transducer Interface
(TI)
The TI provides power to the transducer and uses previously stored calibration
values to convert the raw transducer signals from the bridge outputs and the
encoder to three force outputs (Fx, Fy, Fz), three moment outputs (Mx, My, Mz)
and an angle or angular velocity output. The force and moment outputs have a
value of 10 V full scale, unless a different full-scale output is requested by a
customer. The angle output is a 0 to 5 V sawtooth output. The angular velocity
full scale can be configured in the calibration file.
Additional
components
Additional components that are supplied with your SWIFT sensor include
transducer data cables, TI power cable, a SWIFT Transducer Interface Utilities
CD or disk, and the calibration file. MTS can also provide a 12 V DC power
supply for use in the test laboratory.
Parts replacement,
disassembly, and care
The SWIFT sensor assembly, Transducer Interface box, and the accessory
components have no user serviceable parts. These components should not be
disassembled other than as outlined in “
Troubleshooting ” beginning on page 73 .
Data
S10-01
Track or Road Laboratory Simulation