Sections

Dynamic test lab (DZS)

• Experimental research on static and dynamic properties of parts and structures
• Determination of fatigue characteristics of structures and materials
• Impact tests of material properties at speeds up to 15 m/s
• Experimental measurement of stress in structures (strain gauges, optical system)
• Testing of vehicle parts and sub-assemblies

Transport Structures (DS)

• Determination of strength of concrete in various climatic conditions, ultrasound diagnostics
• Construction material degradation (ageing, extreme temperatures)
• Measurement of longitudinal and lateral road irregularities
• Evaluation of geotechnical properties in full extent
• Non-destructive diagnostics of transport structures (GPR)

Transport Means – Rail Vehicles (DP-KV)

• Research in the area of wheel–rail interaction and adhesion of rail vehicles
• Research on measurement systems for wheel–rail contact forces
• Assessment of lubricants and friction modifiers for the wheel–rail interface
• Testing of adhesive and abrasive wear

Transport Means – Road Vehicles (DP-SV)

• Research on driving dynamics and stability of road vehicles
• Assessment of oils and lubricants
• Research on adhesive and deformation characteristics of tyres
• Analysis of road accidents

Transport Means – Measurements and Diagnostics (DP-D)

• Measurements of mechanical quantities – force, acceleration, length, angle, mechanical stress
• Research on damping and suspension elements of vehicles
• Research on noise and vibration characteristics of vehicles

Transport means – electrical engineering, electronics and control systems (DP-E)

• Research on vehicle driving systems (engines)
• Research on control of the combustion process and energy transmission in vehicles
• Research on vehicle control structures
• Research on power engineeering and energy transfer onto a running vehicle

Materials and Mechanics (MM)

• Structure and phase analyses of metallic materials, chemical microanalyses
• Fractographic analyses on macro- and micro-scale
• Research on rolling contact fatigue (RCF) and adhesive wear of materials
• Testing of mechanical properties of materials – static, impact (incl. low temperatures), dynamic tensile tests, indentation tests
• Analyses of degradation mechanisms and service failures
• Assessment of metalugical quality and heat treatment
• Testing of weld joints, development and optimization of welding technologies with focus on heterogeneous welds