Kistler ofrece diversas tecnologías de medición para el análisis de la combustión en la investigación y el desarrollo.

La tecnología de análisis de medición de la combustión de Kistler

Posibilita soluciones precisas y rentables en el ámbito de la investigación y el desarrollo

Future generations of internal combustion engines will remain an important part of the power source mix for future mobility. To realize the necessary important developments, accurate in-cylinder measurement is essential to quantify, optimize and improve the combustion and air-path system for such advanced engines.

Our sensors and measuring chains provide essential data for the engine development process, helping development engineers make the right decisions. The high-performance measurement systems from Kistler also include the KiBox and SCP signal conditioning.

Creating the most efficient, lowest polluting transportation powertrains and realizing low-carbon mobility systems – we will help drive this mission

Kistler has more than 50 years of experience in working with customers and providing the most efficient sensors, systems and knowledge for engine combustion pressure analysis. In addition, we have the widest range of sensors and adaptors, to cover the whole engine development process.

Your competitive advantage

Our total solutions for in-cylinder measurements – utilizing state-of-the-art sensing technologies – will help you measure, quantify and optimize your future-oriented combustion systems. This, in combination with our expertise in engine in-cylinder measuring chains, means the path from sensor to answer is shorter and more efficient.

Integrados directamente en la culata, los robustos sensores de presión de Kistler proporcionan mediciones estables.

Quality

Highest-precision piezoelectric cylinder pressure sensors, for any engine development application, right across the development cycle
Piezoresistive, absolute pressure sensors to measure gas exchange pressure with the highest accuracy – providing the essential data quality required for simulation validation, and other frontloaded development tasks

Una bujía de medición con sensor de presión de cilindro integrado aplicada en un motor Harley-Davidson

Reliability

Wide range of sensor designs to ensure the best possible installation, sensor and data quality for your measurement application
Local sales and support centres, globally located, ensure that there is always a helping hand from Kistler available to support you with challenging in-cylinder measurement installations and tasks

KiBox2 es un sistema de análisis completo para todo tipo de cadenas cinemáticas, aplicable en el vehículo y en el banco de pruebas.

Efficiency

Ready-to-measure and ready-to-use sensor and system solutions for engine combustion pressure measurement and analysis, simple to operate, easy to apply
PiezoSmart technology available in all our sensors to facilitate simpler sensor handling, avoiding setup errors and providing operational data for optimal sensor deployment

Our solutions

Benefit from the most efficient workflow, gain high-precision results and the greatest insight from your in-cylinder measurements – we support your engine and combustion development project providing the high-quality sensors, systems and support you need.

Sensor solutions

Los sistemas de medición de Kistler permiten el análisis de la combustión y el análisis preciso de la presión de los cilindros en el banco de pruebas y en el vehículo.

Accurate measurements of cylinder pressure and crank angle as well as intake- and exhaust-gas pressure are crucial factors when developing combustion engines. Kistler offers a comprehensive portfolio of combustion analysis technology for a variety of applications.

Piezo-electric sensors with advanced crystal technology – advantages

Minimal change in temperature sensitivity – stable over the entire engine operating range
Low linearity deviation – accurate measurement data at all loads
Low thermal shock error – assured Indicated MEP accuracy under all operating conditions
Proven durability – without compromising the thermodynamic behavior

Piezo-resistive sensors – advantages

Wide range media compatibility – media separated designs for harsh measurement conditions
Low maintenance – with proven high durability in a diverse range of applications
Digitally compensated – reliable performance over a wide temperature range, high-accuracy measurements possible in harsh conditions
Complete mounting flexibility – compact designs, low mass, a wide range of form factors and designs

Products

Piezoelectric cylinder pressure sensors
Measuring spark plugs, glow plug adaptors
Piezoresistive sensors air path and fuel path

Measurement solutions

El análisis de la combustión con el sistema móvil de indicación de la presión de las botellas KiBox proporciona parámetros en tiempo real.

Today’s engineers need high-precision results from their measurements, as well as flexible processes and an efficient way of validating the large volumes of data from the test environment – either at engine test benches or from on-the-road testing. The Signal Conditioning Platform (SCP) centralizes signal-conditioning equipment configuration and optimizes usability for maximum flexibility. KiBox2 is a complete analysis solution: it delivers the essential calculated metrics on combustion quality and efficiency in real-time.

Signal conditioning systems (SCP) – advantages

Flexible system with centralized control
Intuitive GUI for simple and quick data handling
Capable of real-time pressure monitoring – for early detection of unsafe operating conditions
Full support of PiezoSmart from Kistler – ensuring process reliability

Measurement systems (KiBox2) – advantages

Easy engine development through versatile powertrain diagnostics
Optimised handling and usability – for efficient workflows
Advanced real-time performance – results and analysis, during the measurement
Prepared for New Energy Vehicles (NEV) – ready for current and future powertrains

Products

Signal conditioning
Accessories
KiBox2

Motorsport solutions

Los robustos sensores de Kistler con una alta calidad de señal para aplicaciones de deportes de motor a bordo ayudan a mejorar el rendimiento del motor.

In motorsports, race cars have to meet extremely demanding requirements that call for a vast array of onboard sensors for monitoring and control. All systems must be perfectly designed and integrated to provide sustained top performance during operation.

Advantages