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Research Case Study Exhibitions & Testing Expo Project MEXA-ONE Conferences Europe 2014

Advanced research project collects MEXA-ONE Motor Exhaust Gas HORIBA participates in nearly 40 Latest developments and emission data of entire bus fleet Analyzers expand testing capabilities annual conferences around the world innovations from HORIBA of a customer 3 - 4 5 - 6 7 - 8 9 - 10

Interview EuroBrake OBS-ONE PWS ONEplus

Joachim Misgeld, Manager Test Centre, 2014 Next generation on-board emission The ultimate solution for particulate HORIBA Europe: “We provide tailor measurement system for field surveys weighing made equipment for testing under Latest developments in brake testing in the real world laboratory conditions” 13 14 15 11 - 12

UK Conference EXFM-ONE DYNAS3 HP HORIBA Russia Success with seminars, cross segment exhibitions and off-road driving Real-time measurement of engine New version with a modern look and Plenty of industrial opportunities experience ...... 18 exhaust flow great shape 19 - 20 16 17 Calendar ...... 10 Imprint ...... 21 - 22

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NAVIGATION Contents Research Project Case Study MEXA-ONE Exhibitions & Conferences Testing Expo Europe 2014 Calendar Interview EuroBrake 2014 OBS-ONE PWS ONEplus EXFM-ONE DYNAS3 HP UK Conference HORIBA Russia Imprint No. 7: the route under HORIBA OBS-2200 investigation on the road Next Stop: Cleaner City Center Advanced research project collects emissions data The heart of the project is HORIBA’s on-board mea- the road. In order to simulate everyday usage as real- committed to reduce combined fleet carbon foot of entire bus fleet surement system OBS-2200, which is capable of ana- istic as possible, the buses are loaded with ballast to print and is willing to invest in future technologies lyzing emissions of small to large buses, trucks, passen- replicate typical passenger occupancy of 25%. Cur- such as after treatment systems to reduce combined Just as organic structures, the flowing traffic system ger cars and non-road mobile machinery. The system rently, the route under investigation is No.7, lead- fleet emissions. While this knowledge helps local keeps the pulsating city alive. But rising exhaust gas comprises two state-of-the-art technologies: a wet ing through urban areas, passing schools, hospitals, authorities in planning and reorganizing bus routes pollutions and congested streets strain this system in- based measurement and an exhaust flow meter. The markets as well as the town center and train station to avoid high traffic areas or congested streets and creasingly. In order to avoid a gridlock and to reduce patented NDIR wet based measurement requires no of the famous coastal resort in southern England. as a result reduce emissions in busy areas of town. urban emissions in a sustainable manner, a scientifi- correction for dry to wet measurement. Additionally, Continuously changing drivers account for differ- Brighton & Hove Buses can share its know-how to cally based research project of the Brighton & Hove there is no need for a chiller to extract water content. ent driving patterns such as aggressive, normal and train bus drivers on the selected routes and demon- Buses in cooperation with the global engineering and In this way OBS-2200 avoids complicated correction particularly cautious. The approach allows evalua- strate to them the benefits of adapting a fuel efficient environmental consultancy Ricardo and the measure- calculations and reduces power consumption of the tion of the specific fuel consumption and emissions driving manner. ment experts from HORIBA just started in Brighton, system. The second highlight – an exhaust flow meter – resulting from variation in driving styles as well as United Kingdom. The joint project aims to investigate contains high speed response transducers that are also determination of an average value. Like the nervous It is expected that in the near future real road emis- the real road emissions of an entire bus fleet. patented by HORIBA. Eight optional attachments system, the sensors of the OBS-2200 transmit their sion analysis will gain popularity and already a num- cover exhaust flows ranging from 0-1 3m to 0-65 m3 information of altitude, longitude, latitude, vehicle ber of OEM’s and Specialist Consultant companies Data collected on the real road proves much more sig- depending on the size of the engine and the diameter speed using GPS (Global Positioning System) to a have started showing interest in similar projects. In nificant than any results gained under optimized condi- of the exhaust tailpipe. control centre where it is collated with the analyser’s conjunction with the upcoming new WLTC test cy- tions in a laboratory based test. Brighton & Hove Buses, measured emissions concentration data. Ricardo cles, authorities are currently working towards finalis- Ricardo and HORIBA set out to understand the actual The technology’s proven reliability, robustness and and HORIBA then process this flood of information ing the Real Driving Emission (RDE) regulations to real fuel consumption and emissions to process the real stability allows exact measurements at ambient tempera- to mathematically establish emission values for the commit manufacturers in adapting real road tests. data in order to achieve real improvements culminat- tures between 0°C and 40°C, humidity less than 80 % combined fleet and present the final results to local ing in future exhaust gas regulation systems. HORIBA’s and altitudes up to 1500 m. Due to purpose built vibra- council in detail. In the long term, the current project contributes to contribution to the project embraces the supply of Por- tion absorbing base plate, the system is stable even on the substantial reduction of emissions and the im- table Emission Measurement System (OBS-2200) Ana- rough road conditions. Brighton & Hove Buses use the data to understand provement of transportation efficiency to maintain lyser, installation, commissioning as well as intense on- the impact of public transportation on local com- the flow of the traffic network. The improvement site support and training of Ricardo engineers regarding Equipped with the OBS-2200, the Euro IV, Euro munities and retrofit after treatment technologies will help preserve environment as well as improve operation and maintenance of HORIBA’s analyser. V and Euro V Hybrid buses under investigation hit that reduce the emissions. B&H Bus Company is human health.

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NAVIGATION Contents Case Study Research Project Case Study MEXA-ONE MEXA-ONE Motor Exhaust Exhibitions & Conferences Testing Expo Gas Analyzers expand testing Europe 2014 Calendar capabilities at IAV Interview EuroBrake 2014 What is it that increases and secures business suc- via LAN TCP/IP,” OBS-ONE cess? Every company is concerned with this key explained Seehaus. PWS ONEplus issue – just like IAV, one of the globally leading “Once connected, EXFM-ONE engineering partners of the automotive industry MEXA-ONE in- DYNAS3 HP and long-time customer of HORIBA. Pursu- stantly provided UK Conference ing technology leadership requires both a fair comprehensive HORIBA Russia bit of creativity and excellent tools. These need data with impor- Imprint to accompany the development process reliably, tant measurement failure-free and soundless while simultaneously values.” Compared covering all current and future quality standards with its predeces- and demands. Currently, the industry faces ma- sors MEXA-ONE jor challenges particularly in the emissions meas- particularly con- urement segment. vinces with quicker response times, The IAV GmbH with 5,700 employees world- shorter delays dur- wide uses more than 70 HORIBA emissions ing calibration as measurement systems with its engine and chas- well as savings in sis dynamometers. IAV has purchased analyz- energy and calibra- ing equipment from HORIBA for 24 years. The tion gas thanks to most recent milestone of this successful partner- the reduction of vol- ship are two MEXA-ONE motor exhaust gas an- umes inside the sys- alyzers. As one of the first customers in Europe, tem. Furthermore, IAV has operated its engine test stands in its Ber- MEXA-ONE out- lin development center since the end of 2012. performs the con- ventional MEXA “Changing parameters in emissions regulations types with respect actually require intensive test runs of new meas- to dynamics. Cur- urement equipment, which are then the basis of rently IAV has used decisions for or against the product,” said Axel MEXA-ONE for Seehaus, Team Manager Service. “As a satisfied more than 1,800 operating hours per system – Axel Seehaus, client of HORIBA we received a MEXA-ONE without any significant operational disruptions. Team Manager Service, for testing at an early stage. In a short period of IAV GmbH time we were able to determine its high quality With the MEXA-ONE filter switchover concept regarding manufacturing, responsive behavior HORIBA is on its way to completely eliminate and data display. Because of the positive experi- any purge time losses. This step yields essential ence we decided to order two MEXA-ONE ana- economic benefits for the user, resulting in ad- lyzers.” ditional time for testing to reach the customer’s goals; and such advantages lead to customer sat- Both systems were put into operation in just isfaction. That is why MEXA-ONE is currently ten days after delivery. “The connection to the the most demanded standard exhaust gas analyz- test bed automation was trouble-free including ing system in IAV’s measurement technology for an immediate response and high transfer rates engine test stands.

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NAVIGATION SAE World Congress Contents 2014 in Detroit Research Project Case Study gan, USA. In addition to a booth and a technical MEXA-ONE paper submission, HORIBA held a well-attended Exhibitions & half-day seminar entitled “The Key to Develop- Conferences ment Efficiency”. More than 50 attendees from Testing Expo major OEMs, Tier 1s, and academia joined for topics ranging from engine optimization and the Europe 2014 importance of early integration, to an update on Calendar global emissions regulations. Immediately follow- Interview ing the seminar, HORIBA’s annual SAE Customer EuroBrake 2014 Appreciation Suite was held in the beautiful, his- OBS-ONE toric Guardian Building in downtown Detroit. PWS ONEplus 110 guests enjoyed a pleasant evening with global EXFM-ONE HORIBA staff. That same night Dr. Masayuki DYNAS3 HP Adachi, Senior Corporate Officer and General UK Conference Manager of the Research & Development Division HORIBA Russia of HORIBA, Ltd., was honored as a 2014 SAE Imprint Fellow for his technical and managerial leadership in the field of advanced emissions analysis by the Society of Automotive Engineers. In a speech, Dr. Adachi expressed his thanks to SAE for their ac- knowledgement of both his personal contribution to analytical technology and HORIBA’s leadership position in the field of analytical science.

Combining laboratory and real road testing Automotive Testing Expo The 2014 JSAE Congress brought global analytics spe- India 2014 in Chennai cialists to Japan, where HORIBA’s headquarters are located. Offering an incredible view over the Japanese JSAE Congress 2014 in south coast the Convention Center Pacifico in Yoko- Yokohama hama accommodated the world’s testing elite from May 21st to 23rd. The HORIBA booth showed the dif- ference between in-laboratory testing conditions and real-world, on-road measurement. Visitors were given an overview of HORIBA’s expertise in both areas. On display were the emission measurement devices of the well-proven HORIBA ONE series, as well as the new Around the world in (less than) 80 days OBS-ONE On-Board Emissions Measurement Sys- tem, and other products and services.

Stricter emission guidelines for combustion engines tended this prestigious event held in an important in- cle Automation System and other significant products HORIBA’s goal of providing innovative, technically have made the measurement of exhaust gases a per- dustrial and commercial center in South India. Fol- available for automotive applications. The presenta- unmatched measurement systems remains our focus. sistently hot topic for the worldwide automotive lowing the motto “Global Product - Local Solution” tions proved to be a great platform for establishing Efforts to continually improve existing products, and industry. Globally, HORIBA participates in nearly we presented our proven products and solutions in new customer contacts, maintaining partnerships, and support new product development, is a means to this 40 annual conferences at which we exhibit and pre- the areas of Emission Measurement Systems (EMS), providing the opportunity to discuss products with ex- end. Despite marked improvement in global automo- sent our advanced technologies. In the time period Mechatronics (MCT) and Test Automation Systems isting and potential customers. tive emission levels, our technological progress will not between March 2014 and May 2014, we took part (TAS), and local service options. In this context, stop. Reduced emissions, as well as enhanced measure- in the following events: HORIBA India recently started a workshop for MCT Global demand for expertise in analytical ment needs, will remain a much discussed topic on localization. During Automotive Testing Expo India technologies the world’s stage. Therefore, HORIBA will continue Presenting products and networking in India more than 200 visitors joined live demonstrations of HORIBA was once again both a primary sponsor our participation in future conferences to both keep From March 19th to 21st the city of Chennai hosted testing systems such as MEXA-ONE, the STARS En- and exhibitor for SAE’s World Congress event held in touch with the broader industry, and further our Automotive Testing Expo India 2014. HORIBA at- gine Test Automation System, the VETS-ONE Vehi- April 8th to 10th at Cobo Hall in Detroit, Michi- contribution to research and development.

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NAVIGATION Calendar Contents Research Project Case Study From the laboratory MEXA-ONE Dates and Events Exhibitions & Conferences 2014 Testing Expo onto the road Europe 2014 Calendar HORIBA presented new technologies Interview 9-12 September EuroBrake 2014 at Automotive Testing Expo 2014 Lively conversations between international experts International Conference on OBS-ONE Thermo- and Fluid Dynamic PWS ONEplus From June 24th to June 26th HORIBA partici- Ongoing success processes in Direct EXFM-ONE pated in the 16th annual European Automotive HORIBA also showed the ongoing improve- Injection Engines Valencia, Spain DYNAS3 HP Testing Expo in Stuttgart, Germany to demon- ments of well-proven emissions products such UK Conference strate its expertise in automotive testing, evalu- as the MEXA-ONE-QL-NX N-compounds 15-17 September HORIBA Russia ation and quality engineering. At booth 1512 analyzer and the Ultrasonic Exhaust Flow Me- Automotive Testing Expo Imprint HORIBA presented its latest developments ter EXFM-ONE for highly accurate real-time China 2014 Shanghai, China and innovations, including the new On-board measurement. The constant volume sampler Emissions Measurement System OBS-ONE CVS-ONE, HORIBA’s latest advancement and the DYNAS3 High Performance class AC in the measurement of diluted mass emissions 30 September – 2 October dynamometer for engine and driveline testing. from vehicles and engines, is characterized by SAE Brazil São Paulo, Brazil With an open atmosphere and an impressive a compact and user-friendly design and sig- team spirit covering all segments of HORIBA nificantly downsized hardware which allows a 2-3 October Automotive Test Systems HORIBA’s booth more flexible test cell layout. All technologies Tech Days Austria was yet again the stage of many expert discus- come with the integrated operating platform (HORIBA customer event) Tulln, Austria sions. ”Interested customers from all around HORIBA ONE PLATFORM. Featuring an the world took the opportunity to learn more intuitive and ergonomic design, the new plat- 5-8 October about our technologies in well attended special form enables system control and a complete presentations of HORIBA’s Product Manag- system view of other measurement devices SAE Brake Colloquium and Exhibition Berlingame, USA ers,” added Hiroshi Kawamura, Executive Vice from one single display. This year’s motto of the HORIBA booth: from the test laboratory to the road President at HORIBA Europe. HORIBA, the long-standing emissions measurement expert, also presented its test 7 October Test Centre on display automation systems focusing on integration Tech Days France For the first time HORIBA’s booth featured a of test cell automation solutions and (HORIBA customer event) Versailles, France replicated test rig to offer insight into the compa- database systems in specific IT environments. ny’s various test systems and fields of application. Comprising a series of software tools such as 28-30 October The test setup included an OBS-ONE, the latest VETS ONE and the STARS platform Automotive Testing Expo Portable Emissions Measurement System specifi- for reporting and analysis of test results, North America 2014 Novi, USA cally designed for engine and vehicle certification HORIBA’s Test Automation Systems are the under real-road conditions. The test stand replica ideal solution for R&D, calibration, emission also demonstrated a Wheel Hub Solution as well certification and quality assurance. 11-12 November as a Free Spinning Wheel Solution, both specifi- Advanced Engineering Show Birmingham, UK cally designed for steady state and dynamic be- A long-established tradition havior analysis on vehicle level. As in recent years HORIBA invited its business November Cologne, Hanover Another highlight at the booth was the DYNAS3 partners to the famous boat tour on the river Tech Days Germany Munich, Oberursel and HP, the latest AC dyno for engine testing pur- Neckar. A special evening on board the “MS (HORIBA customer event) Stuttgart, Germany poses. The latest member of the DYNAS family Wilhelma” provided an ideal atmosphere for offers a stiffened body to reduce vibration speeds, entertainment and casual conversations. The a redesigned coupling flange for higher coupling event has become a tradition looked forward masses, and an innovative cooling concept for a to all year by customers and HORIBARIANs reduced sound level. alike. Ship ahoy! From this pier, our boat tour on the river Neckar started on board of the “MS Wilhelma”

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Interview Interview NAVIGATION Contents Research Project Case Study MEXA-ONE “Future Emission Standards – Mastering the Challenge” Exhibitions & Conferences Testing Expo You have been in charge of a highly sophisti- And now a word on the degree of utilization. Is Europe 2014 cated Test Centre for four years now. Could your Test Centre utilized more for projects your Calendar you give us an idea of the milestones you have engineers are running or for client projects? Interview reached during this time? When we started up our Test Centre, we EuroBrake 2014 I would like to mention two major milestones planned to provide 50% of our capacity for OBS-ONE in terms of equipment. The first one was the clients’ projects and 50% for in-house testing. PWS ONEplus introduction of our e-motor test bench in 2011 Examples of in-house projects are the develop- EXFM-ONE to assist our clients in developing their prod- ment of a new fuel flow meter and other high- DYNAS3 HP ucts and systems to meet the strictest emission tech emission products. We currently perform UK Conference standards imaginable. The second one is the more tests for external partners than internal HORIBA Russia completion of the extension to our new four- jobs. Imprint wheel drive emission chassis dynamometer with advanced emission measurement technology This new facility is really exciting. What are the and a soak room for up to six vehicles in 2014. main new capabilities here in Oberursel? We also put a lot of effort into advancing busi- Our new four-wheel drive (4WD) ness with external clients. This is mainly due VULCAN chassis dynamometer and the re- to more stringent emission legislation and the cently installed MEXA-ONE emission test different test procedures and special in-depth system are definitely some of the highlights measurement options we are able to offer. of the Test Centre. Our latest testing and measuring equipment enables us to provide CO2 reduction is an important factor for pro- our customers with emission measurement surement expenditure is expected to increase tecting our environment. What are the most im- for passenger cars, hybrid cars and light-duty considerably, and HORIBA provides tailor portant challenges for the OEMs in this regard? vehicles. Due to the international nature made equipment for testing under laboratory For 2015, the European Union has reduced the of our customers, we perform the tests ac- conditions using dynamometers and real road limits for the CO2 emissions of the car fleets cording to European standards and all in- testing equipment. of vehicle manufacturers to an average of 120 ternational standards. In addition, a newly grams of CO2 per kilometer. In fact, the long- built soak room provides space for condi- Laboratory tests versus real road testing - what is Joachim Misgeld, Manager Test Centre, term goal set for 2020 is an average of 95 grams tioning up to six vehicles. your opinion on this subject? HORIBA Europe per kilometer. This trend could permanently To my mind, the WLTP upcoming in 2017 is transform the industry. However, we already What about hybrid powertrains? Is it possible to a step in the right direction because it provides For four years now, Joachim Misgeld has been in charge of the HORIBA know for sure that the new demands will re- test alternative powertrains too? repeatable results and is more dynamic than Test Centre in Oberursel, Germany. In this period, Joachim Misgeld was quire rapidly growing test capacities and con- We offer testing opportunities for both conven- NEDC test cycles were. Real Driving Emis- the driving force behind the scenes, preparing this HORIBA facility for siderably larger development budgets. tional and alternative powertrains. As you can sions Testing is probably more realistic, but it the future demands of global OEMs regarding alternative powertrains see, our Test Centre here in Oberursel is a state- is hard to gain repeatable data with it. For ex- and more stringent emission standards. Now the Test Centre has been HORIBA is an expert in emission testing. Are of-the-art development tool. To test alternative ample, the CO2 emissions differ depending on equipped with the latest measurement and testing technology. The you renting out the Test Centre as well as run- powertrains, we installed the TITAN E-Drive the ambient conditions. We now face extremely inauguration was celebrated with HORIBA´s customers on June 10th, ning test cycles for your clients? test cell. Equipped with the DYNAS3 HS 180 strict tolerances when measuring emissions on 2014, and we took the opportunity to ask the manager a few questions. We are currently offering tests executed by asynchronous machine, this test facility meets the chassis dynamometer. For real road testing, our own engineers. We receive a customer or- perfectly, the requirements of e-motor testing. limits need to be adapted by legislation authori- der and run the tests ourselves using our well- ties. Again, modern test cycles running on chas- trained and experienced personnel. Familiarity How do you support customers in times of in- sis dynamometers such as the WLTP are closer with the specifications of the test benches is a creasingly strict emission regulations? to reality and offer a high level of comparability. major requirement if we want to obtain resil- As we are not a development service provid- ient results. Nevertheless, the client is welcome er, we offer complete measurement solutions Mr. Misgeld, thank you for giving us your time. to support the procedures on-site with know- designed to help OEMs meet the growing how or tools of his own. demands of emission regulations. The mea-

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NAVIGATION Contents Next generation Research Project Case Study HORIBA OBS-ONE on-board MEXA-ONE Exhibitions & Conferences emission measurement system Testing Expo Europe 2014 Real World vehicle emissions are recognized to Calendar often exceed the values determined under labo- Interview ratory conditions. Therefore, new global leg- EuroBrake 2014 islations are now focusing on Real Driving OBS-ONE Emissions (RDE) and their effect on the PWS ONEplus environment, by using Portable Emis- EXFM-ONE sion Measurement Systems (PEMS) Test DYNAS3 HP Methods. From EURO 6/VI onwards, UK Conference both certification for light duty vehicles HORIBA Russia (LDV) and heavy duty engine (HDE) ap- Imprint proval will require field surveys of vehicle emissions in the real world. Using the new HORIBA team at OBS-ONE technology HORIBA contin- EuroBrake - ues the challenge. Gold Sponsor 2014 HORIBA has developed on-board and Inspiring Customers at PEMS products since 1980. Due to tech- nical limitations the time was not right for on-board technology until the late 1990s, real world emission research has prospered EuroBrake 2014 ever since. In 2003, HORIBA introduced the innovative OBS-1000 series, mark- From May 13th to 15th the French city of Lille Our team of brake specialists had the great pleas- ing the start of a successful product family, hosted EuroBrake 2014. This brake conference ure of preannouncing HORIBA’s latest evolution leading to the introduction of the OBS-2000 and exhibition attracted more than 800 visi- in brake testing, the new inertia brake dynamom- series in 2005. With a customer base compris- HORIBA OBS-ONE tors from around the world with many techni- eter concept. This concept assures reliable meas- ing Japan, Europe and the USA, the OBS-2000 Unique capabilities On-board system cal presentations and a huge number of exhibi- urements with very high repeatability. The first series complies with all EPA and EURO HDE of OBS-ONE are its advanced tors. It proved to be a great chance to present prototype will be built during the summer period. regulations. Now, with the new OBS-ONE, wet-based measurement ensuring optimum per- the latest developments in brake testing, and The official product launch will be celebrated- af HORIBA’s next generation system is waiting in formance, low power consumption, a battery hot for networking among other braking special- terwards. the wings. swap function and safety data protection. A scalable ists. This year, HORIBA participated as a gold post test data processing utility with generated test sponsor. The sponsorship allowed us to have a High-class event with a great audience OBS-ONE offers a particularly compact and reports and comprehensive data analysis fulfills all high profile. Another highlight was the common lecture by flexible design. It consists of controller and ana- emissions regulations and customer requirements. Mando Corporation and HORIBA on their lyzers, battery, exhaust flow meter / pitot tube. Finally, OBS-ONE can be integrated with a Test Our Message at Euro Brake 2014 joint technical paper in front of a great audience Compared to its predecessor, OBS-ONE for Automation System for vehicle research and de- Our modern exhibition booth, featuring a with experts from every corner of the industrial LDV has reduced system power consumption velopment. In the future, as an additional benefit, clean-looking blue and white design, pro- and research communities. The keenly antici- by 50%. The modular system features a remov- the OBS-ONE will also be extendable with meas- vided a great platform to present a variety of pated presentation on brake and residual drag able flame ionization detector (FID) for THC, a urement of particulate matter (PM) and a particle interesting topics. These included: Perfor- torques measured on inertia dynamometers was gas analyzer unit for CO, CO2, NO, NOx and number (PN) counting capabilities. mance testing, NVH testing of brake systems, a worthy conclusion of this successful high-class NO2. As with all newly developed HORIBA special test procedures, and brake fine-dust event. Due to this success, HORIBA will join the systems, the new OBS technology uses the Mounting of the OBS-ONE is possible both in- pollution. Also highlighted were application next EuroBrake 2015 in Dresden, Germany, as HORIBA ONE PLATFORM and also in- side and outside of the vehicle. Secure attachment examples, the latest software developments, a gold sponsor. HORIBA will also participate in cludes optional interfaces to ECU/OBD data of the system in several ways has been fully con- and standard evaluations for commonly used the SAE brake colloquium and exhibition in San connections with test data logging functions. sidered along with ease of operation at all times. brake applications. Francisco, 5-8 October 2014.

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NAVIGATION Contents Research Project Case Study MEXA-ONE Exhibitions & Conferences Measurement with the flow Testing Expo Europe 2014 Calendar Two men meet at a river to settle a bet. Both gine and after-treatment system performance Interview PWS ONEplus men claim to be the fastest when it comes to during transient test cycles. (VETS ONE cal- EuroBrake 2014 swimming the stream. One decides to swim with culates transient mass by combining concentra- OBS-ONE the flow, while the other opts to swim against tion from MEXA-ONE and exhaust flow rate PWS ONEplus the current. Who is faster? Actually, it is simply a from EXFM-ONE). A third application is the EXFM-ONE matter of physics. Of course, less time is needed real-time flow control during particulate matter DYNAS3 HP to cross a river with the flow. What is more, the UK Conference stronger the flow, the longer it takes to cross the HORIBA Russia river against the flow and you are faster with the Imprint The ultimate solution flow. The difference between the travel times is thus dependent upon the flow rate of the river. However, what has this lesson in physics to do for particulate weighing with HORIBA? Without a doubt, at the moment the new EURO matic data with their corresponding time-stamps The effect described is used by the HORIBA’s new 6 emission standard proves to be the number one are saved in XML documents. They can be au- Ultrasonic Exhaust Flow Meter EXFM-ONE for topic in the automotive industry. Many articles in tomatically exported in different file formats or real-time measurement of engine exhaust flow by this issue of ESPRIT therefore tackle the difficul- uploaded directly to a database. Additionally, the determination of flow velocity. Two transducers, ties the new regulation and its future extensions system’s package includes several predefined MS positioned with a longitudal offset on both sides entail and highlight the advanced technologies Excel templates. of the measuring tube, send and receive electro- HORIBA provides to face these challenges. One acoustic short ultrasonic pulses through the flow HORIBA EXFM-ONE of the solutions from the Test Automation Sys- The system provides particulate matter weighing in the pipe to establish the transmission times. By tem division is the Particulate Weighing System processes for the compliance control of various employing the ultrasonic transit time method the PWS ONEplus, developed to satisfy the demands legal limits and time frames as well as the latest EXFM-1000 can then calculate the exhaust gas for more flexibility, high precision and reliability particulate filter handling to meet all international flow rate. The method proves particularly suited in particulate filter handling and weighing. The standards. By allowing the creation of customized to a wide measuring range from 0.07 m3/min to new automation system was specifically designed weighing processes, PWS ONEplus applies a flex- 10 m3/min and provides an instantaneous direct for emission testing in both automotive and envi- ible solution that reflects the workflow in the labo- measurement. Furthermore, there is only a small ronmental laboratories. ratory. Reduced incorrect handling resulting from intrusion inside the pipe minimises pressure loss fewer human interventions furthermore enables and disturbance of the flow characteristics. measurement of light and medium duty vehicle PWS ONEplus consists of an automation software a high precision of the ultra-micro balance. This testing. In this case, EXFM-ONE is integrated program running on a standard personal com- is possible due to the utilization of robotic assis- In combination with other HORIBA ana- with a partial flow dilution system such as the puter, an ultra-micro balance and a filter robot. A tance during the laborious and error-prone weigh- lyzers, the new ultrasonic exhaust flow meter Micro Dilution Tunnel (MDLT-1300) or a Bag barcode scanner and printer ensure easy and fast ing process and can even be improved by drift- can be used for various applications. Together Mini Diluter (BMD) in a vehicle test cell. operation. In order to meet the regulated climatic corrected and multiple weighing methods. Opera- with the optional HORIBA Air-to-Fuel analyzer conditions, PWS ONEplus is housed in a clean tional around the clock, the automated particulate (MEXA-730λ), for example, the EXFM-ONE The EXFM-ONE Ultrasonic Exhaust Flow Me- work bench or clean room. The system can be filter weighing system processes the weighing steps enables easy and instantaneous real-time fuel ter made its European debut at Automotive Test- easily­ parameterized and is completely adjustable smoothly and independently according to prede- consumption measurements. In combination ing Expo 2014 in Stuttgart, Germany, where to the customer’s requirements. Considering the fined profiles without user intervention. In addi- with HORIBA’s MEXA-ONE Exhaust Gas the full testing capabilities were showcased. variety of customer’s needs, the system is available tion, regular automatic reference filter weighing Analysis System and VETS Automation System Accessory items such as extended heated lines, as an integrated module in any Test Automation ensures and documents the quality of the results. the EXFM-1000 offers an alternative real-time ­HORIBA’s DMC-PC with the newly developed System or Laboratory Information Management To further increase security, a certified check-mass mass emission measurement for light and me- integrated HORIBA ONE PLATFORM and System (LIMS). PWS ONEplus is also usable as a is used in the weighing process and guarantees a dium duty vehicles, helping to accelerate engine the ­MEXA-730λ based fuel consumption mea- stand-alone version. All weighing results and cli- reliable weighing result. R&D. This procedure is used for studies of en- surement were also fully covered.

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NAVIGATION Contents HORIBA DYNAS3 HP Research Project Case Study MEXA-ONE More performance featuring Exhibitions & Classic cars at the Conferences Heritage Motor Centre, a new design Gaydon, UK Testing Expo Europe 2014 Calendar Interview For many years, the DYNAS3 series has been the recent construction, the stiffer body reduces HORIBA - “So much more” EuroBrake 2014 a reliable part of HORIBA’s product range. vibration and guarantees a safe and trouble free OBS-ONE But from time to time demands change and operational process. Achieving higher dynam- PWS ONEplus the growing desire to develop further leads to ics during these processes the new dynamometer EXFM-ONE fundamental modifications. All of a sudden, has a more compact design with more power and HORIBA UK Ltd, Technical DYNAS3 HP there is this new DYNAS3 HP with a modern torque compared than its predecessor. The cur- UK Conference look and great shape. But apart from the eye rent DYNAS3 LI 250 has a remarkable absorb- Conference “a resounding success” HORIBA Russia catching outside – don’t forget: it’s always the ing capability of 250 kW and 480 Nm while the Imprint inner values that really count. DYNAS3 LI 265 HP exceeds this by reaching 265 kW with 525 Nm. HORIBA invited its customers to its one day contribution; including the key note speech from For the existing DYNAS3 series, the main quali- Technical Conference, which has proven to be Dr Masayuki Adachi, Director of HORIBA Ltd, ties are continuity and flexibility ensuring durabil- A different kind of cooling a great success with a mix of seminars, cross which was warmly welcomed by our customers. ity and functional performances of a wide range of Part of the advanced construction is an innovative segment exhibitions and off road driving expe- equipment under test. The DYNAS3 dynamom- coupling flange for higher coupling masses up to rience. The conference took place on Tuesday Additional topics also covered included, Emis- eters are suited for use in engine test stands and 30% greater than the LI 250, as well as a newly 10th June, at the Heritage Motor Centre, Gay- sion Legislation, MEXA-ONE and CVS-ONE, due to their versatility have always covered a wide designed rotor. When considering a new concept, don, UK, home to some of the world’s greatest PEMS, Fuel flow and Power Testing. Other range of testing applications. Whether simple tests the cooling is always important. As part of a new collection of classic, vintage and veteran cars segment presentations gave an overview of for steady state operations, transient processes or cooling concept, the stator is water-cooled while and a mecca for car enthusiasts. The conference HORIBA capabilities. Medical discussed anti- sophisticated dynamic test cycles – nearly every the end windings of the dynamometer are air- venue is in the heart of the country and is a spec- biotic testing and the battle for future health. testing process can be performed. With more cooled, resulting in reduced noise level. Two indi- tacular piece of modern architecture with a hint Scientific gave insight into light source testing. stringent emissions directives, the adaptability of vidual fans fed by a power supply unit installed in of art deco and stands proudly in a beautifully Process and Environmental highlighted emis- dynamometers becomes increasingly important. the converter cabinet, making them independent landscaped setting of 65 acres. sions to air and our air pollution monitoring and A high performance envelope covers the torque of mains voltage and frequency, ensure effective Semiconductor described the lighter side of our characteristics of petrol and diesel engines. cooling of the end windings and the rotor. The air A total of 56 participants, from more than 30 business with LED monitoring. flows out through the base frame of companies and universities across the UK at- Stagnation is regression the dynamometer. tended the event. Although this conference was As part of the “so much more” experience, guests Following this principle HORIBA predominately for the Automotive clients, all were able to sample an exhilarating Land Rover has taken the next step forward The introduction of the DYNAS3 HORIBA segments were represented in both the Experience in a 4x4 off road course throughout and enters new era with the HP is not to be seen as a com- exhibition area as well as presentations, increas- the day. Delegates’ driving skills were put to DYNAS3 HP, featuring an in- petitor, HORIBA remains ing the presence of the HORIBA brand and dem- the test over rock crawls, steep inclines, descents novative design that is accom- committed to the complete onstrating the breadth of our product portfolio and surprise water drops in the very latest Land panied by numerous technical DYNAS3 range. Appreciat- and service capabilities, thus contributing to our Rover vehicles, complete with HORIBA turn- improvements. Here, form fol- ing the consistent reliability “One Company” mission and highlighting that key logos. This additional activity proved to be lows function. The conception and great performance of the HORIBA really does offer “So much more”. extremely popular and added “Joy and Fun” to is not only the foundation for DYNAS3 series over the past the days’ success. a fresh design of HORIBA’s years the novel DYNAS3 HP se- The day consisted of various events including; Mechatronic (MCT) compo- ries is a complementing addition. group discussions, seamless expert presentations Further upcoming technical conferences have been nents for engine testing, it is It fits in and joins the existing from all segments and introductions to new prod- planned for the remainder of 2014 throughout HORIBA DYNAS3 HP highly functional. Thanks to DYNAS3 product family. ucts. The assessment of the feedback from the Europe. Locations include Austria, 2nd – 3rd participants shows that good attendance was not October and multiple one day seminars in various only due to the venue selection but also due to locations across Germany including; Hannover, the expert competence of the presenters and their Cologne, Stuttgart, Oberursel and Munich.

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NAVIGATION Contents Research Project Case Study MEXA-ONE Exhibitions & Conferences Testing Expo Europe 2014 Calendar Interview EuroBrake 2014 OBS-ONE PWS ONEplus EXFM-ONE DYNAS3 HP UK Conference HORIBA Russia Imprint HORIBA Team Russia Russia’s Key Role in HORIBA’s International Competence Network

A great spot on the map Wide variety of industries and applications Equipped with modern technology embracing all different companies. This successful event took place Ideally located between Markets in this region range from the production of HORIBA Automotive Test Systems divisions - Me- in the renowned Central Scientific Research Auto- the fast growing Asian marine ships, locomotives and lorries, to buses and chatronics, Emission Measurement Systems as well mobile and Automotive Engine Institute (NAMI) market and the high-tech tractors, to commercial and passenger cars. The main as Test Automation Systems - the climatic laboratory of the Russian Federation. HORIBA also welcomed European market, Russia priority for the HORIBA Automotive Test Systems allows AvtoVAZ engineers to run cold tests with tem- young listeners from Moscow University in the audi- offers plenty of industrial business segment is to partner with the organizations peratures of up to -40°C. To implement this project, ence. Two days later, on April 10th, the second Tech opportunities. To remain in Russia that help these manufacturers and developers HORIBA will rely on its international competence Day took place in the Park Hotel of Togliatti. For viable partners, Russian with regulations, offer support, and help to maintain network to manage the development, logistics, and this gathering, all 14 attendees were employees of businesses require state- and expand quality standards. HORIBA is achieving installation of the systems. Contributors will include AvtoVAZ. Both events dealt with the same topics and of-the-art technology. this objective by providing comprehensive services HORIBA Europe, HORIBA France, and colleagues benefited from an atmosphere of friendliness and co- HORIBA Moscow’s such as on-site support for operations, instrument in- from HORIBA Japan. The new equipment will up- operation. HORIBA experts from Germany present- 350m2 facility, estab- stallation, and regular maintenance. date proven HORIBA systems that were installed at ed key technologies and topics. These included the lished in 2001, cur- the AvtoVAZ site years ago. These improvements will Motor Exhaust Gas Analyzer MEXA-ONE, the new Russian Tech Days 2014 rently employs a team Long-term partnership leads to a global, turn-key ensure that the new test laboratory meets the high OBS-ONE On-Board Measurement System, FTIR of 18 persons. Covering Russia, as solution standards of the upcoming automotive test cycle and Systems, and the Fuel Flow Meter. All the presenta- well as neighbouring countries of the Commonwealth of A key relationship for HORIBA Russia is with its open new prospects for the automaker. tions were well received, and the technical advice and Independent States, the team is responsible for sales and long-term partner, AvtoVAZ. As one of the largest ideas helped reinforce HORIBA as the best solution service support for HORIBA’s Automotive Test System, companies in Eastern Europe and the Russian auto- Russian Tech Days for every testing requirement. The Tech Days in Mos- Scientific, and Process & Environment business seg- motive industry, it is well known as the manufacturer Discussions on topics such as future emission regula- cow ended with a relaxed dinner at a German restau- ments. This office also services software solutions for of LADA cars. AvtoVAZ is renowned for its reli- tions, current testing issues, and equivalent solutions rant, where both customers and organizers agreed to the medical diagnostics specialists of HORIBA ABX, ability and longevity all over the world. HORIBA’s provided by HORIBA were the focus of the 2014 repeat this event soon. HORIBA’s Russian site will as well as for HORIBA Jobin Yvon, a manufacturer of proposal to create a completely new climatic test Russian Tech Days hosted in Moscow and Togliatti, further focus on communicating the importance of high performance equipment for spectroscopy and part laboratory with turnkey capabilities for AvtoVAZ Samara Region. On April 8th, a customer seminar was regular service support, while simultaneously prepar- of the HORIBA group since 1997. was recently chosen from a large pool of candidates. held in the capital city with 61 participants from eight ing for upcoming projects.

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Contacts to HORIBA

NAVIGATION Contents HORIBA Europe GmbH HORIBA GmbH HORIBA UK Limited Research Project Northampton Office, Kyoto Close Case Study Head Office HORIBA Benelux Head Office Moulton Park, Northampton MEXA-ONE Hans-Mess-Str. 6 Science Park Eindhoven 5080 Kaplanstraße 5 NN3 6FL, UK Exhibitions & D-61440 Oberursel, Germany (Industrial park ”Ekkersrijt“) A-3430 Tulln, Austria Phone: + 44 (0) 1604 542-500 Conferences Phone: +49 (0) 6172 1396-0 5692 EA, Son, Netherlands Phone: +43 (0) 2272 65225 Testing Expo Phone: +31 (0) 40 2900-240 Europe 2014 HORIBA France S.A.R.L. Darmstadt Office Tulln Sucursala Pitesti Calendar 12, Avenue des Tropiques Landwehrstraße 55 HORIBA JOBIN YVON B-dul REPUBLICII, Nr. 38, Interview Hightech Sud EuroBrake 2014 D-64293 Darmstadt, Germany SRL-ATS DIVISION Bloc 2 IRTA, Scara A, Etaj 3, F-91955 Les Ulis, France OBS-ONE Phone: + 49 (0) 6151 5000-0 Torino Office Ap. 11, PITESTI, 110011, plus Phone: +33 (0) 1 69 29 96 23 PWS ONE Strada Torino 43 Judetul Arges Romania EXFM-ONE HORIBA Sweden 10043 Orbassano, Italy Phone: +40 (0) 348 807117 DYNAS3 HP HORIBA OOO Sydhamnsvägen 55-57, Phone: +39 (0) 11 904-0601 UK Conference Head Office SE-15138 Södertälje, Sweden HORIBA Russia Building 5, h.13, Altufievskoe shosse Phone:+ 46 (0) 8 550-80701 İstanbul Office Imprint Moscow, 127106, Russia Küçükbakkalköy Mah. Phone: +7 495 221-87-71 HORIBA Europe GmbH - org. složka Kayışdağı Cad., Železniční 7 Flora Residence No:3/2504 HORIBA Europe Automation 772 00 Olomouc Ataşehir/İstanbul 34750 Turkey Division GmbH Czech Republic Phone: +90 (216) 572 1166 Neuhausen Facility Phone: +420 588 118 377 Zabergäustr. 3 D-73765 Neuhausen, Germany Phone: +49 (0) 7158 933-300

Imprint

HORIBA Europe GmbH HORIBA Europe GmbH Text and Design: Head Office Darmstadt Office TEXT-COM GmbH Hans-Mess-Str. 6 Landwehrstr. 55 Ziegelhüttenweg 4 61440 Oberursel, Germany 64293 Darmstadt, Germany 65232 Taunusstein, Germany Phone: +49 (0) 6172-1396-0 Phone: +49 (0) 6151-5000-0 Phone: +49 (0) 6128 8537-50 Fax: +49 (0) 6172-1373-85 Fax: +49 (0) 6151-5000-3865 Fax: +49 (0) 6128 8537-59 E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected] July 2014 Internet: www.horiba.com Internet: www.horiba.com Internet: www.text-com.de

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