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The Cube™ 6 DoF VIBRATION TEST SYSTEMS
With a history of more than 35 CUBE™ installations since 1994, Team Corporation has taken 6 Degree of Freedom testing capability to new levels.
An advanced technology hydraulic test system that offers 6 Degrees of Control, the CUBE™ can accurately replicate virtually any vibration environment, including very high frequencies, with precise digital control.
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The CUBE™ simulates real-world 6 Degree of Freedom vibration with complete, simultaneous control of the amplitude and phase of all 6 Degrees of Freedom.
Offering simultaneous or sequential excitation of test articles in Sine, Random and Time Wave Form Replication, the CUBE™ sets the standard for multi-axis vibration testing.
Features
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Force rating of 62 kN in each axis
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Six patented Integrated Shakers provide precise, simultaneous or sequential control of all 6 Degrees of Freedom to beyond 500 Hz.
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Excellent replication of measured data to higher frequencies than ever before
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Standard 50mm displacement in X-Y-Z. Available 100mm vertical displacement.
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Hydrostatic bearings assure long life and low maintenance
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Small 1.2M x 1.2M footprint
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Five active mounting surfaces allow simultaneous unit testing
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Available Head Expanders increase the mounting surface according to your test article requirements
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Available thermal barrier for use with environmental chamber
Applications
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Automotive Component Testing
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Automotive Suspension Testing
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Battery Testing
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Buzz, Squeak and Rattle Testing
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Avionics Testing
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Package Testing
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Military Transportation Canister Testing
Mantis™ 6 DoF VIBRATION TEST SYSTEM
MANTIS™ is the system of choice for those requiring high frequency, large displacement, and extended payload capacity.
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Through the use of hydrostatic bearing technology pioneered by Team Corporation in the vibration test market, MANTIS™ has the performance to simulate real-world events that were previously unattainable.
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Custom engineering is a hallmark of Team Corporation. MANTIS™ can meet a wide variety of testing needs, as it is available in a standardized model and can also be customized to fit special requirements.
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Table size, payload capacity, stroke length and a wide range of excitation levels are possible.
All bearing surfaces are hydrostatic, eliminating the noise inherent with mechanical bearing designs.
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The high load carrying capacity and extreme stiffness of hydrostatic bearings make them ideal for reacting loads for extended time periods.
An added benefit is the absence of metal-to-metal contact, eliminating friction and consequently improving long-term performance.
Features
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Frequency 0 - 100 Hz
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Force ratings up to 150 kN
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Single axis to 6 axis vibration
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Displacements up to 150 mm
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Table size: 1.5 m x 2.1 m
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Friction-free hydrostatic bearings
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Hydrostatic bearings for bell cranks
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Hydrostatic HydraBall connections on all actuators
Minimal Maintenance
Applications
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Automotive BSR (Buzz, Squeak, and Rattle) testing
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Seat Testing
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Automotive Component Testing
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Recreation Equipment Rack Testing
Tensor 18kN™ HIGH FREQUENCY 6 DoF VIBRATION TEST SYSTEM
The Tensor 18kN™ 6 DoF vibration test system expands on the design of the smaller and more compact Tensor 900.
The system is designed to be over-determined – utilizing proprietary oil-cooled ED shakers for excitation out to 2,000 Hz.
However, the larger design incorporates twelve individual 900 lbf RMS shakers to drive a 750mm square table.
With four shakers in each axis, this system produces 16kN RMS per axis, and has a bare table moving mass of nominally 195 Kg.
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The Tensor 18kN™ represents cutting edge technology in multi-axis testing and incorporates an integrated, air-isolated and highly damped reaction mass capable of 12g peak sine (bare table) and 9g RMS (bare table) random acceleration.
Features
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5-2000Hz frequency Band
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21.4kN (Sine) All Axis
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Oil Cooled Custom ED Shakers
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Hydrostatic Bearings Throughout
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750mm Mounting Table
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Power Amplifier Set (120 kVA total)
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Highly Damped Reaction Mass
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Hydraulic Power Supply
Applications
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Sensitive Electronics Testing
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Avionics Validation
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Communication Equipment Testing
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PCB Testing
Tensor 900™ HIGH FREQUENCY 6 DoF VIBRATION TEST SYSTEM
Tensor 900™ is a fully contained multi-axis vibration test system capable of precise control of all six degrees of freedom through a 5 kHz bandwidth.
The system can reproduce real world vibration environments by simultaneously exciting all three linear translations, as well as all three rotations, to a frequency level never before achieved.
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This unprecedented performance has been made possible through the use of Team Corporation's expertise in hydrostatic bearing design and multi-axis system engineering.
Team Corporation’s addition to the TENSOR™ Family of Multi-Axis Test Systems provides unmatched performance in high-frequency, simultaneous excitation.
Features
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Simultaneous or sequential excitation of X, Y, and/or Z axes
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Sine Force Rating of 900 N
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Random Force Rating 600N
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Complete control of rotations around all axes
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Bandwidth from 10 Hz through 5 kHz
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15 Grms (22g Sine Bare Table) acceleration on nominal payload
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Fully contained system (electrical power only requirement)
Applications
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PCB Testing, tin whisker research
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Accurate replication of true vibration environments in all 6 DoF
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Accelerated durability life cycle and fatigue testing
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Product development Testing
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Rapid screening of electrical components and modules
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Addresses new multi-axis protocol in MIL STD 810 (G)
4-POSTER VEHICLE NVH TEST SYSTEMS
Team Corporation's unique 4-Poster System is designed specifically for full vehicle testing.
Featuring low-profile, low-noise actuators equipped with hydrostatic bearings, Team 4-Posters are ideally suited to end-of-line and development testing applications.
Our compact actuator modules are ideal for smaller laboratories.
Available in a range of load capacities and fixed or adjustable wheelbase configurations suitable for passenger cars through light trucks, Team's 4-Poster Systems are as flexible as they are economical.
When separated, each actuator module can be used as a stand-alone vertical vibration test system.
Features
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Configurations for passenger cars and light trucks.
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Low-profile actuator design.
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Hydrostatic bearings for high moment capacity and long life.
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Numerous control configurations.
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Independently controlled actuator motion.
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Compact footprint for each individual actuator.
Applications
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Squeak and Rattle Testing of Full Vehicles
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End-of-Line Squeak and Rattle Testing
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Reproduction of Test Track Data
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Vehicle Durability Testing
HORIZONTAL VIBRATION TEST SYSTEM
High-performance, versatile, and cost-effective, Team Corporation's horizontal vibration test systems have been developed to take advantage of our high-performance T-Film™ Slip Table for horizontal test article guidance and support.
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With the modular line of components, Team Corporation can provide you with a system that is best tailored to your test requirements.
The actuator force, stroke and velocity are optimized to provide the highest frequency response within your budget constraints.
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Team Corporation horizontal systems are designed to work with almost any off the shelf controller and offer the full spectrum of sine, random, sine on random, random on random, or resonant search and dwell control.
Features
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Modular Bearing Design for Flexible Sizing Requirements
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Integrated Zero Wear T-Film™ Bearings*
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Overturning Moment Measured In Millions Of lb-in
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High Load Capacity and Dynamic Stiffness
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Maintenance Free*
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Available Drive Adapter For Use with All ED Shakers
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Available Air Isolated Laminated Steel Reaction Mass
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Available Thermal Barrier For Use In Environmental Chambers
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Available Hi-Yaw Control Bearings for Low Cross Axis Control
*When oil is maintained to ISO 15-13-10 standards
Applications
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Electronic Component Testing
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Tall, High Center of Gravity Test Objects
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Transportation Canister Testing
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Large Cabinet Testing
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Thermal + Vibration Testing With Large Fixtures
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Long Stroke, Low Frequency Testing
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Satellite Testing With 3m x 3m Table
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Mil STD Testing to 2000Hz
VERTICAL VIBRATION TEST SYSTEM
Team Corporation's vertical vibration system is particularly advantageous for vibration tests requiring high force, long stroke or very low frequency capability.
With control software options of sine, random, sine on random, random on random, or resonant search & dwell, your Team vertical vibration system will provide consistent, reliable test results year after year.
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RESONATE SYSTEMS and Team Application Engineers will evaluate your requirements and determine the appropriate actuator force, stroke and velocity requirements to provide the highest frequency response within your budget constraints.
Team vertical vibration test systems are available with an air isolated seismic base that will eliminate low frequency vibration transfer and allow placement in your test facility with no modifications to the standard industrial floor structure.
Features
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Team high-precision valves for over 500 Hz. capability
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Force range: 9 kN to 222 kN
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Dynamic Stroke range 50mm - 255mm
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Magnesium or Aluminum head expanders
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Standard head expander sizes 600 mm to 1.8 m
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Air isolated seismic bases
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Designed for high frequency vibration testing from the base up
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Hydrostatic bearing supported piston
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No annual tear down / seal replacement
Applications
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Package Testing – Large Screen Televisions, Computer Monitors
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Automotive Seat, Instrument Panel, 4-Post systems
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Buzz, Squeak and Rattle Quality Testing
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Engine and Engine Accessory Testing
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Military Transportation Canister Testing
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Bridged Test Article Testing Utilizing Dual Vertical System
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Product Qualification Testing
LARGE PLATFORM VIBRATION TEST SYSTEMS
With more than 55 years of engineering expertise, Team Corporation has designed and manufactured some of the world's most sophisticated and elaborate large platform systems.
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Whether you are exciting satellites, spacecraft, or tracked or wheeled military vehicles, Team Corporation has the experience and expertise to meet and exceed your exacting requirements.
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Each large platform system is unique in design and application, and no two systems are alike.
Contact our sales department to discuss your requirements and let us provide you with an ideal test solution.
Features
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Rigid Table Design
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Finite Element Modelling To Predict Table Response
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Single or Multi-Axis Capability
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Actuator Force Up to 4445 kN
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Frequency Response Varies by System Design
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Available with Thermal Barrier For Use With Environmental Chambers
Applications
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Satellite Testing
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Spacecraft Testing
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Mil STD 810 Testing
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Tank Turret Combat Electronics Testing
Bi-AXIAL IEEE-344 TEST SYSTEM
Team Corporation's Bi-Axial test systems are specially designed to reproduce the exacting requirements of IEEE-344 test standards.
Using our unique high-performance servovalve-actuator combination, our engineers have successfully created a high frequency, simultaneous dual-axis system with bandwidth capability of 3-500Hz.
All IEEE-344 test systems are fully integrated and assembled with a welded steel, air isolated reaction mass.
Features
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Reliable Hi-Frequency Servohydraulic Actuator
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Team Patented Pad Bearings
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Dual Axis Simultaneous Motion
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Integrated Seismic Base
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Air Isolated to 2Hz
Applications
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IEEE-344 Qualification Testing
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Large test surface area
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Virtually maintenance free*
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Ease of using multiple fixtures
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Built to interface with Team electronics
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IEEE test compliant**
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Single axis component testing
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*Using 75 F - 110 F oil maintained to ISO 15/13/10 standards
**On a 660 lb (300 kg) UUT including fixture weight
SUBSIDIARY SHOCK TEST SYSTEM
Team Corporation's Subsidiary Shock Test System (SSTS) is able to reproduce the entire acceleration time-history resulting from detonation of the test charge as described in MIL-S-901D.
This includes the initial shock pulse from the detonation and the "bubble pulse" that follows in approximately 650 msec.
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The SSTS has also shown the capability to reproduce the decaying sinusoid that is sometimes measured in the frequency band centered around 60 Hz.
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Replication of Measured Environment Required by MIL-S-901D
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High Force Capability According to Your Requirements
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Velocity of 3.07 m/sec
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Team Customized HDRS Software
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Reliable Voice Coil Driven Team Servohydraulic Actuator
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Assembled as Single Integrated Vertical / Horizontal System
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Available as Separated Vertical / Horizontal System
Applications
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MIL-S-901D Testing of COTS Equipment
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NAVSEA UERD Electronics Development and Qualification
NEBS-GR63 SEISMIC SIMULATION TEST SYSTEM
Team Corporation's versatile high-performance seismic simulation system is the only system of its kind capable of performing all the Bellcore GR-63 test requirements in a single combined, dual-axis system.
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By integrating our legendary servohydraulic actuators with our patented T-Film hydrostatic slip table bearings, we've created the perfect high-frequency long stroke vertical/horizontal system.
With our available trunion mounted actuator system, repositioning from vertical to horizontal axis takes very little time.
Features
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Reliable Servohydraulic Actuator
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Welded Magnesium Vertical Mounting Platform
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1200mm x 1200mm mounting surface (Vertical and Horizontal)
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300mm static displacement
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262mm dynamic displacement
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1 M/sec velocity
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Accurate Verteq II Waveform Replication
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Available as Trunion Mounted Actuator or Separated System
Applications
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NEBS GR-63 Test Requirements
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Hi Velocity Tests of Heavy Payloads
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Internet Routers and Switches
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Optical Switches
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Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS)
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Telephone Switch Gears
PITCH TABLE
Team Corporation, the leader in high-performance hydraulic test systems, offers a vibration test system designed specifically for automobile seat manufacturers and recreational equipment carriers.
The versatile Pitch Table has gained wide acceptance by major seat manufacturers including Johnson Controls and Lear Corporation, and recreational equipment carriers such as Thule.
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The Pitch Table is designed to perform in-process testing as described in the "Vibration Amplitude of Seat Back (IP TESTING)" and "Evaluation of Noise During Applied Vibration (IP TESTING)" sections of Ford Motor Company´s ES-F58B-1600034-A specification.
Features
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Simultaneous bounce (vertical) and pitch (or roll) motions
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Built-in, air-isolated reaction mass
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Easy and direct installation on most facility floors
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Easy to operate, digital control system designed for minimal operator training
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Manual mode for troubleshooting specific noise problems
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Easily re-programmed to allow for changes in specifications
Applications
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Squeak and rattle Testing of Automotive Seats
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Durability testing of recreation equipment cargo racks
LCS-48 PACKAGE TEST SYSTEM
The LCS-48 is a compact, self-contained unit with a 1.2m square vibration table.
The system is exceptionally quiet and does not require any additional utilities, such as water for cooling, or external hydraulic supplies.
The integral hydraulic supply is an efficient, air-cooled, variable volume hydraulic pump that allows the electric motor to work in exact proportion to the system needs, thereby reducing electrical consumption.
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Team servo hydraulic vibration test systems offer versatile and cost effective testing solutions for the transportation and packaging industry.
To meet the transportation and packaging tests identified in the ASTM, ISTA and IEC specifications, Team can offer either the LCS-48 Package Test System or custom designed solutions.
Features
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Completely Self Contained Unit
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Air Cooled- Hydraulic Pump Motor, no water required
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Quiet - 72 dB at 2m
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Compact - 1.2m x 1.8m footprint
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Large Table Working Area
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1.2m x 1.2m
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High Performance - 50mm stroke and up to 200 Hz
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frequency range
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Sine and Random Testing
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ASTM, ISTA and IEC Capability
Applications
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Transporation and package testing
R-10 SERIES ROTARY ACTUATOR
Team Corporation's R-10 series are heavy-duty, robust, fatigue rated rotary actuators that meet the requirements for many product testing applications in the automotive industry including coupling, damper, driveshaft axle and material testing.
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The R-10 series rotary actuators were designed for fatigue testing wherever high torque output with restricted rotational travel is required.
The R-10 series has total rotational travel of 100 degrees (+/- 50 degrees).
One primary feature of the R-10 series is that they incorporate hydrostatic bearings, which eliminate mechanical wear caused by side or thrust loads - thus ensuring longer life.
Features
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Dynamic Torque Output from 564 to 22,596 Nm
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Heavy duty - fatigue rated
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Zero backlash due to locking taper
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Hydrostatic bearings eliminate mechanical wear and ensure longer life.
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Rotational travel 100 degrees (+/- 50 degrees)
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Integrated RVDT
Applications
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Automotive damper testing
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Automotive FEAD testing
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Automotive component test of axles, driveshafts & couplings
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All rotational or torque with limited displacement testing requirements
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Materials fatigue testing
RVC 400 ROTARY VIBRATION SYSTEM
The RVC400 was created to generate controllable torsional vibration and shock, all in one compact, quiet device that is suitable for use in a standard office or laboratory setting.
Capable of frequency response to 2 kHz, the RVC400 can provide clean rotary sinusoidal and random profiles, as well as limited shock pulses on small test objects.
Coupled with any commercial single axis controller, quality engineers now have the speed and precision in vibration test and analysis to perform their demanding tests.
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The RVC400 is an electrically powered device. The basis of the design is a state-of-the-art torsional voice coil directly driving a flexure bearing supported rotary shaft and table.
This arrangement provides a very responsive rotating mechanism with virtually no friction yet retains the ability to react off-axis motions with very little deflection. Utilizing rare earth permanent magnets, this rotary drive produces very high torque within a small dimensional envelope.
Features
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Perform swept sine at levels up to 1,000 rad/sec2
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Create shaped random profiles
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Dynamically control shock profiles
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Precision through 2 kHz with less than 5% cross-axis distortion
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Compact
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Quiet
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Suitable for use on your desk top and in environmental chambers
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Proven to meet the rotational vibration requirements defined in Dell's OEM/Third Party Lab Certification Procedure
Applications
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Dell Third Party Lab Certification
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Mobile Phone Durability Testing
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Sensitive Electronics Testing
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Computer Hard Drive Testing
ACOUSTIC NOISE GENERATOR
Team Corporation's MK VI (150,000 W) and MK VII (200,000 W) Acoustic Generators consist of a servo-hydraulic actuator driving a specialized reciprocating poppet valve that provides modulation of a high-pressure airstream.
This design has proven to be the most effective sound source for large reverberant and progressive wave tube test chambers, providing extreme power handling capabilities with high efficiency.
Peak acoustic pressures of approximately 60% of the supply pressure are produced downstream of the poppet valve.
Features
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Reliable Servohydraulic Actuator
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Specially Designed Reciprocating Poppet Valve
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Exact Modulation of Gas Flow
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Highly Efficient Gas Flow
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Low Maintenance
Applications
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Reverberant Chamber
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Progressive Wave Tube
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Satellite Testing
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Spacecraft Testing
TRANSMISSION PRESSURE OSCILLATOR
Team Corporation's hydraulic transmission pressure oscillator system is designed as a development lab tool to provide a method of testing the dynamic response of spool valves in automatic transmissions.
It is a portable device that is able to generate an oscillation with a controllable shape, frequency and amplitude.
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The self-contained hydraulic power unit provides oil flow and pressure to continuously operate the transmission pressure oscillator. The system produces 300 psi Pk-Pk oscillation pressure, about the nominal operating pressure, with a 300 Hz maximum frequency capability.
Features
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Team Voice Coil Driven Servovalve
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Integrated Air Cooled Hydraulic Power Supply
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Portable, Self-Contained Unit
Applications
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Automatic Transmission R&D
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Spool Valve Response
ENGINE SIMULATOR
Real-life testing is crucial in today’s automotive industry.
Team Corporation has developed the 900 Series Engine Simulation System to accurately reproduce the torsional pulsations found on an engine's crankshaft.
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With speeds up to 8,000 rpm, dynamic torque output up to 4520 Nm
and torsional frequencies in excess of 600 Hz, Team Corporation's 900 Series Engine Simulators are easily configured to reproduce engine dynamics of virtually any displacement and number of cylinders.
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All Team Corporation actuators are fatigue rated and well suited for long term F.E.A.D. testing and analysis.
Features
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Speeds up to 8,000 rpm
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Dynamic torque output up to 4520 Nm
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Torsional frequencies in excess of 600 Hz
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Digital PC-based control system with easy-to-use Graphical User Interface
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Easily programmed to simulate any number of cylinders and torque characteristics
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Integral drive motors up to 100 hp (75 kW) or use existing prime movers
Applications
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Simulation of engine crankshaft torsional vibration
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Front Engine Accessory Drive (FEAD) development and analysis
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Analysis of FEAD noise characteristics
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Evaluation of torsional vibration dampers, couplings, gears, transmissions, clutches, transfer cases, drivelines and belt drives
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Analysis of transmission and transfer case gear rattle
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Simulation of pre-production engines
ENGINE VALVE ACTUATOR
Engine Valve Actuators are used by engine manufacturers to study variable valve timing and valve lift profiles.
Team Corporation's Engine Valve Simulator System permits full control of exhaust and intake valve lift and dwell on operating automotive engines.
Each valve is controlled by an individual actuator, taking the place of the camshaft and rocker arm.
Features
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Configurations for passenger cars and light trucks
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Designed for Diesel or Gasoline Engines
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Low-profile actuator design
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Hydrostatic bearings for long actuator life
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Numerous control configurations
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Independently controlled actuator motion
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Compact footprint for each individual actuator
Applications
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Engine and Cylinder Head Development
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Fuel Efficiency Research and Development
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Camshaft development