Engine test bench: Kistler improves its KiBox software

Kistler improves its KiBox software with version V2.1, which can now be used directly on engine test benches, and mobile applications on the road. New functions further expand the possibilities of using this KiBox software: new calculation options, the addition of new virtual channels and other interesting functions. Developed in close collaboration with customers, this software can now be downloaded free of charge from the Kistler site.

KiBox Cockpit V2.1 version for use on engine test benches
Version 2.1 of KiBox software is fully compatible with test benches thanks to a universal interface including IndiCom DCOM, allowing it to be easily integrated into common systems such as Morphee, PUMA Open and Stars. To control the combustion analysis system, but also to measure data from the bench system, thus providing a new range of potential applications for users.

Extensive hardware compatibility
KiBox Cockpit V2.1 allows precise determination of TDC (top dead center) thanks to a capacitive TDC probe. This new software now integrates the automatic identification functions of the new piezoresistive amplifier type 4665B from Kistler (PiezoSmart). This represents a logical step forward in the concept of shared use of the components of the Kistler signal conditioning platform.

More virtual channels
This new software introduces new virtual channels to increase the number of channels available. Multiplexed ignition or injection signals from multiple cylinders can now be connected to a single current sensor, and ignition and injection time calculations can be made for all cylinders.

New calculation functions
Various other features further improve the efficiency, accuracy and user-friendliness of the KiBox software, such as new calculation methods, general statistics and other expert functions dedicated to display and analysis.

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