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LMS Test.LabAn unrivaled suite for test-based engineeringThe pressure is on. Whether you are avibro-acoustics expert for a largeaerospace company or a one-persontesting department at a white goodsmanufacturer, today’s marketcircumstances require creative problemsolving when it comes to product testing.The rules have changed: products mustbe all-encompassing. Consumers wantproducts with personality that offeruncompromising quality, are ecologicallyfriendly and will have a long life span, allwithout paying a fortune.2Today, as the world of engineering goesdigital, noise and vibration engineers arealso challenged to do more with less andwork more upfront in the design process.Long gone are the days when you couldsimply add some damping insulation tomask a disturbing noise. This is where LMSTest.Lab software comes in. Designed tomake testing more convenient andefficient, LMS Test.Lab is the solution thattesting departments count on to increasetest productivity while maintaining theutmost quality, ultimately achieving ahigher return-on-investment (ROI) fromexisting testing facilities.
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The integrated solutionfor durability, noise andvibration testingLMS Test.Lab is a complete, integrated solution for test-based engineering,combining high-speed multi-channel data acquisition with a full suite of integratedtesting, analysis and report-generation tools. LMS Test.Lab is the ideal tool fortesting departments that need to be future focused: offering the right balancebetween ease-of-use and functional flexibility. Using LMS Test.Lab significantlyincreases a test facility’s productivity, delivering more reliable results even whenthe availability of prototypes is dramatically reduced.A complete portfolio for durability,noise and vibration testingLMS Test.Lab offers a complete portfoliofor durability, noise and vibration testing,including solutions for acoustic, rotatingmachinery, structural dynamics testing,environmental testing, vibration control,durability acquisition, reporting and datamanagement. With its unified interfaceand seamless data-sharing capabilitybetween applications, LMS Test.Lab offersusers tremendous efficiency gains with theadded benefit of real ease-of-use. The LMSTest.Lab solution can handle standard,repetitive tests as well as more advancedtroubleshooting in a single software andhardware package. This guaranteesmaximum scalability and optimalinvestment protection.Built-in productivityWith its unique workflow-based interface,LMS Test.Lab sets new standards for easeof-use, productivity and data consistency.The software naturally follows the testcampaign process, guiding the userthrough the different steps and suggestingoptimal settings for measurement andanalysis parameters. Engineers appreciatethe streamlined integration of4LMS Test.Lab and the LMS SCADASTMhardware family. With a single hardwareand software platform, users can coverall laboratory and in-field tests as wellas recorder-based testing jobs. Embeddedanalysis during data acquisition speedsup the testing process and guaranteesthe right data right from the start.Right to the source of noise andvibration issuesUsing LMS Test.Lab wastes no timewith trial-and-error troubleshooting.LMS Test.Lab guides users directlyto the source of the problem usingcomprehensive, integrated analysiscapabilities and the unique LMSTM sourcetransmitter-receiver methodology. Usersof all levels can trace the fundamentalcause of a problem and solve it efficiently,cost-effectively and quickly.Adapting to the changing worldof testingVirtual models have no value unless theyaccurately represent real life. This requireshigh-quality modeling techniques andaccurate load data. By testing existingcomponents and benchmarkingcompetitive products for target setting
purposes, LMS Test.Lab is extensively usedto front load data into the simulationprocess. The tool provides loadinginformation and feedback to update virtualmodels, and is systematically used toprovide test-derived component andsubassembly models that are too complexto model virtually from scratch. Easy tointegrate into LMS Virtual.LabTM softwareand LMS Imagine.LabTM software as well asother simulation packages, LMS Test.Labprovides the critical support to makevirtual simulation efficient and realistic.LMS Test.Lab highlights An integrated platform that providesa scalable suite for durability,noise and vibration testing Solutions for rotating machinery,structural and acoustic testing,environmental testing, vibrationcontrol, durability acquisition,reporting and data management A workflow-based user interfacefor optimal ease-of-use and productivity Combines quick visualization, powerfulanalyses and easy reporting Delivers standard qualification testingto advanced troubleshooting andengineering in a single solution Complete integration with theLMS SCADAS data acquisition hardwarefamily for mobile, recorder andlab testing Protects your investment with futureready technology and techniques5
A complete portfolio of testing solutionsLMS Test.Lab DesktopLMS Test.Lab Desktop is not just the launch platform of all other LMS Test.Labapplications; it is an essential application for everyone in the organization – management,engineers and technicians – who need to access your work, process data and createreports. Distributed test preparation and postprocessing frees up the expansive test celland shows the process-centric LMS Test.Lab approach.LMS Test.Lab AcousticsWe provide acoustic engineers with a powerful set of highly integrated tools. From thesignal conditioning of microphones and interfacing with digital heads to the acquisition ofsound power levels, real-time octaves and the latest high-tech tools for sound qualityengineering, LMS Test.Lab Acoustics software conforms to the latest internationalstandards and engineering practices.LMS Test.Lab StructuresStructural testing used to be a long and complex process. No longer. WithLMS Test.Lab Structures software, technicians can perform large-scale modal surveys inless than a day. LMS is renowned for its modal testing experience – from impact testing ofsmall structures to campaigns using many shakers and hundreds of measurementchannels. LMS Test.Lab extends that tradition while LMS Test.Lab Polymax provides astate-of-the-art modal parameter estimator and expert-like automatic modal poleselection (AMPS) – a combination that results in fast and user-independent results.LMS Test.Lab Rotating MachineryTroubleshooting and product refinement demand a comprehensive array of tools:waterfall mapping to globally characterize the problem; order tracking for an in-depthinvestigation; time data to experience the sound; a complete set of processing functions,including angle domain processing based on data sampled at fixed angles; specializedmodules to help assimilate and visualize the vast amounts of data that are generated.Whether you are measuring with an engine dynamometer (dyno), in a vehicle on theproving ground or in the field near a large turbine, LMS Test.Lab is the efficient, costeffective choice.6
LMS Test.Lab Transfer Path AnalysisLMS Test.Lab is packed with enhanced features that promise to help every test departmentsave time and resources. With the broadest portfolio of transfer path analysis solutions onthe market, LMS can help customers tackle issues from every possible angle – from simplesystems with a single soft-mounted source to complex structures with multiple andvariable mounted sources.LMS Test.Lab Vibration ControlLMS Test.Lab Vibration Control software is an entry-level vibration control solution withhigh-end performance. It combines optimal ease-of-use with the performance andreliability of an advanced system. The system offers accurate closed-loop shaker controland maximum built-in safety mechanisms, which minimizes the risks of damaging costlytest items. User guidance and secure automation capabilities deliver maximumproductivity and enable testing teams to meet critical deadlines.LMS Test.Lab EnvironmentalLMS Test.Lab brings you the most advanced and complete range of environmental testingsolutions on the market – a powerful, high-speed multi-channel vibration control systemto measure, monitor and control prelaunch vibration tests on multibillion-euro satellites.LMS Test.Lab Durability AcquisitionLMS Test.Lab Durability Acquisition software is an integrated, end-to-end solution for roadload data acquisition, designed to make testing more efficient and more convenient. Froma single software platform, you have complete control of the full load data acquisitionprocess. With its unique workflow-based interface, LMS Test.Lab Durability Acquisitionsets new standards for ease-of-use, productivity and data consistency. The softwarenaturally follows the test-campaign process in three basic steps: set up channels; measureand validate; and report and share.7
LMS SCADASTake your mind off the deadline ‒ focus on the testTest engineers around the world count on LMS SCADAS systems to deliver the dataquality and format required to get the job done right the first time – in the lab, inthe field, with a personal computer (PC) or recording autonomously. Add inseamless integration with LMS Test.Lab and LMSTM Test.Xpress software foraccelerated measurement setup and correctly formatted results. Then you’ll seewhy the LMS SCADAS system is your tool to deliver reliable results and optimaltesting productivity.LMS SCADAS XS A pocket-sized, compactand portable solution Accomodates 12 channels Provides 6 hours of batteryautonomy (typical use) Set up, monitor and validate on the go Replay in full standalone mode Use in standalone mode, witha tablet, or with a PCLMS SCADAS Mobile Accommodates 8, 16, 40 or 72channels in a single frame Compact size and low weightfor optimal mobility Rugged design qualified for roughconditions and high temperaturesLMS SCADAS Recorder Enhanced functionality over theLMS SCADAS Mobile hardware On-the-spot validation preventserrors and annoying reruns Autonomous recording onCompactFlash cards Wireless personal digital assistant(PDA) remote control with Bluetoothcommunication8LMS SCADAS Durability Recorder Enhanced functionality over theLMS SCADAS Recorder hardware Top performer in tough conditions:water and dust protected Vibration-resistant cable connections Strain, vibration and displacementmeasurements in a singlemeasurement moduleLMS SCADAS Lab Easy 19-inch rack mounting mainframe Configurable from 8 to morethan 2,000 channels Up to 160 input channelsin a single frame Arbitrary mix-and-match withadditional SCADAS Lab/Mobile/Recorder mainframes
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From lab to mobile to portableLMS SCADAS gets the job doneYour personal testing solutionWith solutions specifically designed forin-lab testing, as well as mobile front endsthat cover the most challenging field testsetups, the LMS SCADAS series alreadycovers a wide range of testing needs.LMS SCADAS XS now adds a truly portablesolution to further broaden this successfulproduct range.There is continuous pressure these daysto test products in real-life circumstancesand against ever-stricter deadlines.LMS SCADAS XS answers this challengeby allowing on-the-go investigationdiagnostics and troubleshooting, even bynonexpert users who need to perform fastand reliable measurements. With itsattractive, compact design, LMS SCADAS XSliterally fits in your hand. Combined withreliable onboard data storage and a fullworking day’s battery autonomy, it offerstest engineers the flexibility they need totake testing efficiency to the next level.Lab mobility: testing on a whole newlevelUsing Lab mobility, you can mix-and-matchall types of LMS SCADAS systems andconnect LMS SCADAS Mobile hardwareor LMS SCADAS Recorder directly to yourLMS SCADAS Lab hardware unit. You savetime by using your LMS SCADAS Mobile totake measurements in the field. And whenyou return to the lab, all you have to dois connect your LMS SCADAS Mobile tothe LMS SCADAS Lab to take moremeasurements. There’s no need to spendvaluable time on a new test setup, even onthe roller bench or in the anechoicchamber.10On-demand channel and signalconditioningLab mobility lets you rethink yourlab setup. Install a high-performanceLMS SCADAS Lab system for day-to-daytesting at each testing station. Andsupplement that with a selection ofLMS SCADAS Mobile units for additionalchannel capacity and specialty work.Instead of depending on separate systemswhen you need a few extra channels orspecial conditioning, just grab your LMSSCADAS Mobile and hook it up for morecapacity or more exotic testing.Simplify your setupsThe days when data acquisition hardwaresolutions only had to collect the data arelong gone. The LMS SCADAS systems arereal all-in-one multi-taskers that canhandle all types of applications. The highlyflexible LMS SCADAS hardware featuresintegrated signal conditioning for a varietyof transducers, such as strain gauges andaccelerometers. The hardware accepts avariety of digital signals, from digital audioto CAN-bus, FlexRay, Global PositioningSystem (GPS) and digital wheel-forcesensors. State-of-the-art synchronizationguarantees seamless real-time integrationof these signals in the data acquisitionprocess. The LMS SCADAS family alsoincludes a single universal module. Withthis one flexible module, you can take alltypes of noise, vibration and durabilitymeasurements. There is no need forseparate devices.
No limits to what you can doMore channels at higher rates translates tomega-data at your fingertips. Maybe youdon’t need several hundreds of channelsright now or a 14-MSamples/s data transferrate, but with the trend toward morecomplex tests and upfront simulation, youmight need this performance level shortly.And that is the beauty of an LMS SCADASsystem ‒ it is an investment that growswith you.Superior data quality for effectivetestingAn LMS SCADAS system offers much morethan supreme data quality. It offers built-inprocess understanding. Test engineerswho use LMS SCADAS hardware are moreefficient because the system lets them skipclassic steps like auto-ranging. Not onlydoes this save time, it eliminates riskfactors as well. The data is delivered in thepurest state possible ‒ low noise, nounnecessary conversion and, best of all,minimal human error. Quality cables andrugged connectors ensure no-compromisedata acquisition security.A tailor-made solution that worksperfectly every timeThere is an LMS SCADAS data acquisitionand signal conditioning system to matchyour exact requirements ‒ from compactmobile units, autonomous smart recordersup to high-channel-count laboratorysystems. With a large variety of supportedtransducers and signal conditioning,LMS SCADAS systems are optimally tunedto meet the specific needs of noise,vibration and durability testing.The quality leader in data acquisitionWith its range of signal conditioning,choice of connectors and high throughputrate, the LMS SCADAS family brings yearsof proven technology into the labenvironment. High-precision data isguaranteed, including best-in-class limitingof harmonic distortion and interchannelspecifications with a phase match betterthan 0.2 at a frequency of 10 kHz. TheLMS SCADAS system achieves its high-levelreliability through rigorous designstandards, efficient quality control and astrong service organization.11
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An LMS SCADAS for every testing jobCovering a wide range of industry applicationsLMS SCADAS XSCompact and powerful pocket-size data acquisitionsystem More than 12 channels More than six hours of battery autonomy (typical use) Set up, monitor and validate on the go Use in standalone mode, with a tablet or witha PC; replay in full standalone modeLMS SCADAS Durability RecorderDesigned for the extreme Water and dust protected (IP54 and MIL-STD810F qualified) Strain, vibration and displacement measurementsin a single measurement module High-channel density (from 8 to 72 channelsexpandable to hundreds of channels)LMS SCADAS MobileMaximum mobile measurement power Accommodates 8 to 16, 40 or 72 channels in asingle frame Compact size and low weight for optimal mobility Rugged design qualified for rough conditions andhigh temperaturesLMS SCADAS LabFit-for-purpose laboratory solution Easy 19-inch rack mounting mainframe Configurable from 8 to more than 2,000 channels Arbitrary mix-and-match with additional LMS SCADASLab/Mobile/Recorder mainframesLMS SCADAS RecorderPC-less recording and intelligent mobile dataacquisition system On-the-spot validation prevents errors andannoying reruns Autonomous recording on CompactFlash cards Wireless PDA remote control with Bluetoothcommunication13
LMS testing solutionsCovering a wide range of industries14Aerospace engineeringAerospace manufacturers are faced withthe challenge of designing systems andcomponents that must be safer, morereliable, lighter, cheaper to operate,deliver better passenger comfort and haveless environmental impact. On the spatialside, manufacturers must design largerand more complex satellites at a faster ratewhile guaranteeing that the payload canwithstand extreme launch conditions.Although virtual prototype simulation hasaccelerated the development processes,only testing can fulfill the final signoff andprovide the feedback to validateassumptions and calibrate virtual models.LMS Test.Lab offers dedicated aerospacesolutions: Ground vibration testing (GVT)to ensure structural integrityof the aircraft or spacecraft Operational modal analysis to assessthe behavior of aerospace structuresduring operational conditions Dynamic testing andqualification of jet engines Scalable solutions for accurate acoustictesting and sound quality analysisby simulation. In addition, automotivecompanies are continuing to shorten theirproduct development cycle times, resultingin fewer prototypes and therefore less timefor testing. LMS Test.Lab is designed tomeet these challenges and offers acomplete set of tools and applications forautomotive NVH and durabilityengineering: Engine noise and vibration testing Torsional vibration measurements Gear whine and rattle testing Break squeal testing Driveline sensitivity testing Noise source identification Sound power testing Acoustic intensity mapping Noise source ranking Interior noise assessment Sound quality Pass-by noise testing Acoustic material testing Transfer path analysis Operational deflection shapes Modal testing and analysis Operational modal testing and analysis Component vibrationqualification testingAutomotive engineeringThe biggest issues on the mind of noise,vibration and harshness (NVH) experts inthe automotive industry are productivityand efficiency. The explosion of productvariants and increased testing scenariocomplexity largely compensates for theroutine testing tasks eliminatedHeavy machineryIn the face of unrelenting global marketpressure, heavy machinery companiesmust deliver innovative products thatoutperform the competition and meet orexceed customer expectations. Test.Laboffers proven testing solutions for all typesof manufacturing industries. We have
developed a scalable portfolio of solutionsthat help all types of companies in all typesof industries create true competitiveadvantages. This might include controllingresonant vibrations of high-speedmachinery to ensure consistent productionquality, maximum fatigue resistance andminimum radiated noise productivitywithout compromising operator safety. Orit might be assisting with regulation safetyand environmental compliance for newmachine designs.Wind energy and power generationTo certify a new wind turbine,manufacturers must ensure full systemreliability under real-life operatingconditions. Durability must be assessed toprovide a 20-year lifetime with lowoperation and maintenance costs. Noiseemissions must remain within prescribedtolerances. Additionally, the control systemmust guarantee clean voltage at constantfrequency. For wind turbinemanufacturers, LMS Test.Lab offers acomplete solution to measure and optimizethe vibration and noise emitted by thegearbox, generator and blades. LMS Test.Lab is used to identify propagation of noiseand vibrations throughout the complexstructure and find optimal solutions fornoise radiation and excessive vibrations.LMS expert solutions are used in otherpower generation sectors, such as loadidentification and foundation analyses forpower plants; noise and vibration studiesfor gas turbines and pipelines as well asresearch and development (R&D) andonsite troubleshooting.Off-road, construction andagricultural vehiclesOff-highway manufacturers mustcontinuously increase operationperformance and optimize the operatinglimitations of their products. Giant miningtrucks must run faster and carry themaximum load capacity. Excavatormanufacturers constantly improve thereach and agility of their products, whilemaintaining optimal safety and stability.And agricultural tractors and machines aredesigned for ever-tougher operatingconditions, increasing environmentalstandards and more demand for productcustomization. Driver comfort, whichincludes reducing interior noise levels andvibrations mostly in extreme conditions, isbecoming a distinctive brand differentiatorand one that is increasingly being dictatedby regulations and industry norms. LMSTest.Lab has been adopted by many offhighway manufacturers to cover thesespecific noise and vibration issues.Consumer and business electronicsManufacturers of white goods, home andoffice appliances and other consumergoods face extremely short developmentcycles, an increasing number of designvariants and ever-higher customerexpectations. Minimal noise levels arecritical success factors for products likedishwashers, washing machines, PCs andeven copiers. Other consumer electronicproducts, such as loudspeakers, homecinema systems and mobile phones, aredifferentiated by the quality of theiracoustic performance. LMS Test.Lab helpsproactively meet these stringentrequirements when completing newproduct designs.15
About Siemens PLM SoftwareSiemens PLM Software, a business unit of the SiemensIndustry Automation Division, is a world-leading providerof product lifecycle management (PLM) software, systemsand services with nine million licensed seats and 77,000customers worldwide. Headquartered in Plano, Texas,Siemens PLM Software helps thousands of companiesmake great products by optimizing their lifecycleprocesses, from planning and development throughmanufacturing and support. Our HD-PLM vision is to giveeveryone involved in making a product the informationthey need, when they need it, to make the smartestdecisions. For more information on Siemens PLM Softwareproducts and services, visit www.siemens.com/plm.HeadquartersGranite Park One5800 Granite ParkwaySuite 600Plano, TX 75024USA 1 972 987 3000Americas5755 New King CourtTroy, MI 48098USA 1 248 952 5664EuropeResearchpark Haasrode 1237Interleuvenlaan 683001 LeuvenBelgium 32 16 384 200Asia-PacificSuites 4301-4302, 43/FAIA Kowloon Tower,Landmark East100 How Ming StreetKwun Tong, KowloonHong Kong 852 2230 3308 2014 Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc.Siemens and the Siemens logo are registered trademarks ofSiemens AG. LMS, LMS Imagine.Lab, LMS Imagine.LabAmesim, LMS Virtual.Lab, LMS Samtech, LMS SamtechCaesam, LMS Samtech Samcef, LMS Test.Lab, LMS Soundbrush,LMS Smart, and LMS SCADAS are trademarks or registeredtrademarks of Siemens Industry Software NV or any of itsaffiliates. All other trademarks, registered trademarks or servicemarks belong to their respective holders.39456-X21 9/14 P
LMS Test.Lab Structures software, technicians can perform large-scale modal surveys in less than a day. LMS is renowned for its modal testing experience - from impact testing of small structures to campaigns using many shakers and hundreds of measurement channels. LMS Test.Lab extends that tradition while LMS Test.Lab Polymax provides a
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the LMS Test.Lab suite, ranging from A market-leading platform for test-based engineering solutions Testing experts can count on the productivity and efficiency of the comprehensive LMS tool set for integrated NVH and acoustics engineering. LMS Test. LabTM software includes solutions for vehicle, engine and driveline applications. All LMS .
Siemens PLM Software, a business unit of the Siemens Digital Factory Division, is a world-leading provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software, systems and services with nine million licensed seats and 77,000 customers worldwide. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Siemens PLM
Siemens PLM Software is a pioneer in 3D simulation with decades of experience. We deliver the next generation of software based on the strong foundations of NX CAE, LMS solutions and CD-adapco solutions. Applications including NX Nastran , LMS Virtual.Lab , LMS Samtech , Femap and STAR-CD software have acquired a
LMS SCADAS XS can be used fully standalone using the built-in buttons. For certification tests or more complex mea-surements, LMS SCADAS XS can be used in frontend mode with LMS Test.Lab software or LMS Test.Xpress software. When the test requires more than the avail-able number of channels in a single LMS
LMS SCADAS XS can be used fully standalone using the built-in buttons. For certification tests or more complex mea-surements, LMS SCADAS XS can be used in frontend mode with LMS Test.Lab software or LMS Test.Xpress software. When the test requires more than the avail-able number of channels in a single LMS
About Siemens PLM Software Siemens PLM Software is a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services with 7 million licensed seats and 71,000 customers worldwide. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Siemens PLM Software works collaboratively with companies to deliver open solutions that help them turn more
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