Gear Technology Design Unit

Mechanical Testing

Mechanical Testing

Design Unit: Our Services

Our test facilities range from simple component testing to complete gearbox system tests, including:

  • single tooth bending fatigue testing utilising high frequency resonance machines
  • back-to-back contact fatigue testing using mechanical power recirculating test rigs
  • scuffing tests
  • micropitting test rig (MPR) using simple disc samples.
  • full system tests using electrical power re-circulating test rigs (>1MW)
  • lubrication testing, with adjustable flow and temperature
  • efficiency testing
  • bearing testing
  • noise and vibration analysis
Design Unit: Mechanical Testing