The development of new vehicles brings about numerous test and measurement challenges in the process to reduce development time, increase quality and decrease product failures. IBS Precision Engineering is your ideal partner for engineering solutions with non-contact porous media air bearings for test set-ups. The many technical advantages of air bearings such as near zero friction and wear, high speed and high precision capabilities, and no oil lubrication requirements are powerful features and help test engineers to build perfect test conditions. At IBS we are expert in the application of air bearings for frictionless testing. We offer the broadest range of top performing air bearings, including specials engineered to order.
Results in infinite resolution and very high repeatability.
Non-contact zero wear ensures consistent performance and no noise or vibrations.
Air bearings can reach high speeds and high accelerations with minimal heat loss.
Eliminating oil problems. They are self-cleaning by positive air pressure.
Air bearings are not directly influenced by surface finish and irregularities
To test the performance in a virtual environment upfront.
When testing (race) car aerodynamics in windtunnels, it is essential to simulate on-road conditions. High pressure air bearings in moving ground systems (rolling roads) avoid upward suction of the belt in areas of rapid air movement and guarantee zero friction between belt and bearing. The air film stabilizes and cools the belt and thus reduces the drive power needed for the moving ground system.
Understanding the conduct of tyres and tyre mechanics is key in determining their influence on the ride, handling and safety of sport cars and commercial vehicles. Tyre testing is critical to conform to legislative requirements and to improve the overall tyre performance. Test set-ups with ultra high pressure air bearings (up to 25 bar) ensure friction free testing supporting high forces.
From R&D to manufacturing and compliance testing, measurement of powertrain not only requires progressively greater accuracies but also consistency in measurement over the specified ranges and conditions. Non-contact air bearings guarantee friction free rotational motion for torque test systems and bearing & seal measurements.
The volume and noises emitted by assembled vehicles are the result of complex interactions. They vary during different movements in different conditions. Tuning out unwanted noise, vibration, and harshness requires sophisticated test equipment. Noise emitted by air bearings is close to zero, making them ideal as silent motion systems in sound-proof chambers set-ups.
“The combination of great support,
zero friction performance and a wide
product portfolio makes this product range
our go-to assortment for air bearings for
upcoming projects."
Maxwell Keeling
Product Development, Mechanical Engineer
