NAME Laboratory for testing machine elements, mechanisms, and lubrication
The Mechanical Design Laboratory (DMLab) of the Faculty of Engineering - Mondragon Unibertsitatea offers a wide range of testing equipment. The combination of independent research projects and consulting projects with industrial partners provides a wide range of research topics in the areas of machine elements, mechanisms, and mechanical systems. Our competencies cover work from design conception to the build-up of prototypes, including detailed simulation and validation testing. We continuously maintain and expand this infrastructure to meet the latest requirements. The following pages highlight the capabilities and technical data of each testing facility. Furthermore, our testing infrastructure can be customized to meet all kinds of requirements. We will be glad to provide further information and answer all your questions.
FIELDS OF APPLICATION
Coatings and Surfaces solutions
Design and development of materials
Manufacturing processes
MOST OUTSTANDING EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS
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Pitting and micropitting test rig
Test rig to characterize rolling contact fatigue (RCF)
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Dynamic testing rig for components
- Test rig for dynamic testing 3 x 3 m
- Max load: 500 kN
- Max stroke: 200 mm
- Max frequency: 5 Hz -
Laser tracker to measure kinematic and dynamic performance of machines and mechanisms
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Gear test rig
- Designed to research on gear efficiency
and thermal behaviour at high tangential speeds
- Common gear failure modes such as pitting
scuffing or wear
- Controlled oil sump temperature
- Continuous temperature measurement
of gear teeth, oil sump and bearing supports
- Transmission error measurements
(accuracy ±0.6 μm).
- Vibration and wear rate monitoring by oil debris particle measurement. -
Quarter-Car test rig
Vehicle brake and suspension test rig
ENTITY MANAGING THE ASSET
Contact person:
Ibai Ulacia
iulacia@mondragon.edu