Automotive applications for tribometers

In this application note, Bruker addresses the challenge of finding versatile testing equipment for the automotive industry by introducing its universal mechanical tester (UMT) TriboLab™, which allows for multiple standard and custom tests on a single platform. The note provides examples of automotive component and material tests conducted using the TriboLab system, including friction properties comparison of clutch plates, lubricant testing on friction plates, adhesion testing on coated tires, and tribology testing on engine components. The TriboLab platform offers precise control over variables such as load, speed, and temperature, making it suitable for a wide range of automotive testing applications.