Rig Testing

Ricardo provides a comprehensive range of rig test facilities that support the development on components and sub-assemblies. Tests are undertaken in many cases to enhance simulation models and to validate the performance of critical components and sub-systems prior to product integration. Rig testing is thus a crucial aspect and integral part of Ricardo’s component engineering activity.

Ricardo rig test capabilities:

• Small component motoring rigs
• Cylinder head and block ‘hydropulse’ rigs simulating the effects of combustion pressure
• Engine simulator rigs capable of replicating the torsional characteristics of the fired engine
• Hot gas rigs for thermal studies of engine components
• Aftertreatment flow distribution rigs
• Airflow rigs for port and intake system development
• Bending and torsional fatigue rigs
• Connecting rod fatigue test rigs
• Coolant and lubrication flow rigs
• Fuel injection equipment rigs
• Valve train functionality testing
• Crack propagation and friction studies
• Accelerated durability testing
• Failure mode investigations for warranty management purposes