Experimental identification of component loads in a power tool power-train through indirect measurement in realistically applications as an element of subsystem validation

摘要

This article shows by experimental studies on angle grinders, how application-equivalent stresses on the components can be determined. For this purpose a distance measurement technique is applied with which the movement of the shaft is detected while the angle grinder is in operation. The research results support validation activities in product development and contribute to early validation. It helps to analyzing the dynamic and working life of the power tool and therefore construction targets are derived. The related applications are considered and power tools with measuring equipment in the lab are tested. The measurement results are presented and possible causes and effects on the life of the components are discussed. With the method of investigation it is possible to study the behavior of subsystems already in development phases in which the overall system is not physically present.