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Preciseness of engine results - no inertia to mask engine faults
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/anced apparatus that applies a variable but precise hydraulic The Dynopack dynamometer is a^ichnologically load via a fixed coupling to the driven wheels of a motor vehicle to simulate road conditions in the workshop. The Dynopack's unique hydraulic operation allows is to quickly and accurately measure engine and drive line performance with sensitivity capable of measuring the headlight being turned on. The Dynopack series is attached directly to the wheel hubs, thereby eliminating all the disadvantages of tyre distortion including noise, torque steer, loss of traction, tyre heat and variations in tyre design and wear. Direct coupling eliminates the need to estimate torque and enable s the dynamometer to make very sensitive readings over a very wide range of engine speeds. The elimination of the tyre roller interface means that the results are more precise and are reparable. The effect of this increased precision is hard to gauge as the Dynopack series continues to break new ground as a diagnostic tool in the automotive industry.
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The Dynopack dynamometer is completely mobile (controller and absorption units are all wheeled) and apart from single phase power, connecting a standard 'garden hose' for cooling purposes and an exhaust muffler for internal installations, there are virtually no installation costs. As well, the Dynopack is completely portable and can be transported to various locations, unlike every other dynamometer, which are expensive to install since they require 'fixed in-ground' installations. 3 phase power connection, cooling ducts, dedicated (not reusable) floor space, and often large water storage facilities. Thy Dynopack can be wheeled away (against a wall) whilst not in use. and has nominal running costs (power consumption is that of a standard PC, and the water usage is restricted to the very small dynamometer 'run times'). Dynopack dynamometers are available in 2 S 4 wheel drive
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Issue 188 15-28 September 2000
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News and Opinion
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The saga continues ... Lowndes to shop at Kmart? CAMS/AVESCO peace Parties find a compromise Tragedy at Monza Marshall dies in turn one shunt Motor Mouth James Courtney The Box Seat Positives and negatives Talk Converter Readers' opinion
Features 30 34 36 76
The boy in blue Webber + Benetton + Estoril Off to the Brickyard FI designers relive Indy memories All grown up Paul Tracy wants five more years Takin' it to the MAX Karting kid Michael Caruso
Race Coverage
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Champ Cars 1-2 the go at Laguna & Vancouver ALMS Sportscars Audi again... Queensland 500 HRT makes the right call Italian F1 As Michael gently weeps US Nationals Drag racing's 'BiG go'
Regular Departments 24 57 60 64 66 70 72 77
Motorcycles Rallying Drag Racing NASCAR Speedway Histories National Scene Marketplace
Photos; Cover: DirX Klynsmilh and Suttondmagos. Contents: Sutton-lmages. Marshall Cass. Dave Ostaszewski, CART media.
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