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HIOKI’s Next Generation Automotive Measurement Solutions

HIOKI’s Next Generation Automotive Measurement Solutions
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HIOKI’s Next Generation Automotive Measurement Solutions

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Overview
HIOKI's Next Generation Automotive Measurement Solutions are designed to evaluate and verify the performance and safety of electric vehicle (EV) fast charging stations, power systems, and battery management systems. These solutions prioritize high accuracy and safety in testing environments.
EV Fast Charging Stations
The solutions facilitate simultaneous recording of output voltage, current, and control signals in EV fast charging stations. Key tools include the POWER QUALITY ANALYZER PQ3198 and MEMORY HiCORDER MR8875, which assess power quality and inversion efficiency between AC input and DC output. Safety is ensured with all-channel isolation and the ability to select specific CAN-bus signals for conversion into analog or logic signals.
Power Systems
The POWER ANALYZER PW6001 series evaluates electric control of motors and energy consumption, supporting high-accuracy measurements of current and power in EV systems. Features include phase correction technology, FFT frequency analysis, and simultaneous measurement of two motors. The system is compatible with next-generation switching devices and operates effectively in harsh environments.
Batteries
Battery testing solutions focus on compliance, connection testing, and thermal management. The BATTERY HiTESTER BT3564 and BATTERY IMPEDANCE METER BT4560 are used for high-voltage testing and assessing battery deterioration. These solutions ensure safety and long service life by monitoring battery voltage, internal resistance, and temperature, and support BMS evaluation through Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation (HILS).
Key Features
  • Direct measurement up to 1000 V DC with MR8905 module.
  • High-accuracy sensors with a wide operating temperature range.
  • Fast measurement capabilities with a sampling rate of 5 MS/s.
  • Advanced current sensors for high accuracy and wide frequency bandwidth.
  • Battery testing with anti-spark function and rapid deterioration assessment.
Specifications
1. Various units are described with specifications such as sampling rate, resolution, accuracy, and voltage/current ranges. For example, the U8974 High Voltage Unit operates at 1 MS/s with a range of DC to 100 kHz and 16-bit resolution.
2. The MR8990 Digital Voltmeter Unit offers high precision with 24-bit resolution and a very low error margin.
3. Current and temperature units are specified with their respective ranges and accuracy, emphasizing the use of specific sensors.
Procedures and Testing
1. Procedures for testing insulation resistance in automotive motors are outlined, emphasizing the importance of unplugging harnesses before testing.
2. The WPT Test System TS2400 for wireless power transmission evaluation is described, highlighting features like automatic measurement of coupling coefficients and data logging.
3. Increased inspections in alternative energy vehicles are stressed due to electrification and power system changes.
Standards and Recommendations
1. Compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 for calibration services is mentioned, ensuring international recognition through JCSS and MRA marks.
2. The importance of safety standards, such as electromagnetic field limits and insulation resistance testing, is highlighted to ensure vehicle safety.
Key Features and Tools
1. Tools like the DIGITAL MULTIMETER DT4281 and INSULATION TESTER IR4057 are noted for their high-resolution measurement capabilities and ease of use.
2. Features like Bluetooth connectivity for data transfer and real-time graph generation during testing are described.
Graphical Data
1. Graphical representations of power transmission systems are included, highlighting components like power transmission controllers and impedance converters.
2. The XYZ movable stage for high-speed analysis of multi-point measurements is described.
Calibration and Accreditation
1. HIOKI is described as a JCSS-accredited calibration service provider, capable of issuing internationally recognized calibration certificates.
2. The significance of mutual recognition agreements (MRAs) in ensuring the global validity of calibration certificates is explained.
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Next Generation Automotive Measurement Solution Series HIOKI’s Next Generation Automotive Measurement Solutions

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Fast Charging Stations Power Systems Batteries Automotive Electronics Maintenance Wireless Power Transmission Evaluation System

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Evaluate EV Fast Charging Stations During Development Conduct motion assessment by simultaneously recording output voltage, current and control signals in EV fast charging stations. Directly measure up to 1000 V DC (700 V AC) with the MR8905 module Ensure testing and equipment safety with all-channel isolation Using the MR8904, you can freely select specific signals from the CAN-bus and convert them into analog or logic signals (output voltage/current into EV CAN control signals). Output voltage/current to EV AC/DC CURRENT PROBE CT6843, etc. Control signal ANALOG UNIT MR8901 ANALOG UNIT MR8905...

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Power Systems Power Conversion of Power Systems Assess Motor Integrity Evaluating a vehicle under actual driving conditions is an indispensable part of the development process. During assessment, motors are tested under many states including idle-stopping/starting, switching between the motor and engine, while generating or charging electricity, electric power-only driving, auxiliary electric power driving, braking energy recovery system, and idling. Torque sensor 10 ms sampling rate Automatically measures and adjusts to fluctuating frequencies starting at 0.1 Hz Generates X-Y charts of motor...

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Power Systems Auxiliary battery Energy Consumption Assessment Tests Excellent DC power accuracy High-precision sensors (operating temperature range: -40°C to 85°C [-40°F to 185°F]) Integrated power of charging/discharging according to polarity at a sampling rate of 5 MS/s Low phase Medium phase High phase Extra high phase Working in tangent with our own high accuracy clamp current sensors, HIOKI power analyzers support needs for the highest accuracy measurements of integrated current and power charge/discharge tests of battery packs in EV systems. Test cycle example Example of DC power fluctuation...

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Compliance Testing of Batteries Battery diagram The battery, which bears the responsibility of delivering all of the energy in an electric vehicle, must offer safety and a long service-life. An EV usually contains hundreds or even thousands of battery cells, and safe operation is dependent on maintaining consistent stability for all the battery cells in use. In order to ensure consistent electrical characteristics when a s s em b lin g bat ter y c ell s into m o d ul es, a s s es s m ent a n d screening of individual cells are required. Positive electrode Negative electrode Ion movement in electrolyte...

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Test High-voltage Battery Packs Conduct high-voltage DC testing at 1000 V with the BT3564. An anti-spark function prevents arcs or sparks that tend to occur during high-voltage testing. Connection Testing of Battery Systems Test DC resistance to determine the connection state Resistance range: 0.00 μΩ to 1200 MΩ; resolution: 0.01 μΩ Check the reliability of electrical connections and the connection tabs and wires in a battery system. When there is a defect in the welding, resistance will increase in the joints, leading to heat emission and damage during charging and discharging. You can monitor...

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Test multiple points simultaneously Record ECU Signals Due to the development of the electronic control units (ECU) in vehicles, automotive sensors are becoming more miniaturized, multifunctional and integrated. In order to carry out a full set of functional tests for vehicles, sensor signal logging is essential. While multiple channels and high signal acquisition speed are required, the demands on measurement equipment are also increasing. ■ Multiple channels for high-speed data transmission ■ Isolation between channels Wheel speed a Many types of sensors for a diverse range of applications...

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Test Electrical Characteristics of Auto Parts In next generation vehicles, the types and number electronic parts continue to increase. To design vehicles with advanced functions, electronic components and parts must be tested in the R&D stage. Test Component Integrity Select the instrument according to your application's frequency range. ■ High-precision testing ■ A wide variety of test fixtures Piezoelectric components Q Test Parameters (Four-component mode) L1 (inductance) C1 (capacitance) R1 (resistance) C0 (parallel capacitance) Qm (mechanical resonance m-quality factor, mechanical quality...

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Essential Tools for On-site Maintenance In terms of maintenance, alternative energy vehicles have needs that are different from those of conventional automobiles. To meet increased electrification and power system changes, even more inspections must be conducted during auto maintenance and repair in order to ensure driving safety. Terminal Shutters Prevent Incorrect Insertion of Leads Inspect high voltage wire harnesses After operating a vehicle over a long period of time, continuity and insulation problems may appear in high-voltage wire harnesses. The performance of the harnesses determines...

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Fully Automated WPT Evaluation Testing WPT TEST SYSTEM TS2400 Integrated measurement and an XYZ stage delivers high-speed analysis of various multi-point measurements. ■ Generate 4 separate characteristic graphs in real time ■ Automatically control the position of the power transmission coil (max. 800 mm) ■ Two types of transmission efficiency measurements plus simultaneous testing of the surrounding conditions Automatic position control of power transmission coil (max. 800 mm) _ Fastest speed: 3000 points/h Long stroke design X,Y ±300mm Z ±100mm Auto-generation of 4 graphs even during testing...

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ISO/IEC 17025 Calibration (JCSS) HIOKI is an international MRA-compliant, JCSS-accredited calibration service provider that meets ISO/IEC 17025 requirements. This enables us to issue JCSS calibration certificates bearing the international MRA-compliant JCSS mark that are recognized worldwide. JCSS calibration and international MRAs NITE (National Institute of Technology and Evaluation) IA Japan (International Accreditation Japan) JCSS (Japan Calibration Service System) (mutual recognition agreement) Calibration service providers Calibration certificates that are recognized worldwide This is the...

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