Engine robustness and reliability
With ever increasing specific power output demands and peak cylinder pressures, the in cylinder thermo-mechanical loading of cylinder head and pistons becomes crucial for robustness and reliability.Our Approach
With the expertise of being in the 'heart of the combustion' with MAHLE products for more than 80 years now, our approach to engineer robust and durable engines and parts is seen both on-track (MAHLE diesel engine parts consecutively won the 24h Le Mans in the last few years) and on/off highway (with almost every second engine running MAHLE parts).
Using advanced design, testing and calibration tools along with stringent development and validation processes (including concern tracking, engineering change control and risk management) enable timely introduction of reliable products, and given the in-house production expertise on top of this, robustness and reliability, as well as quality for us do not stop with the Start of Production (SOP), but are a true product life cycle task.
Our Tools, Facilities and Services
- Certified development and validation process
- Special component performance and durability test rigs
- Engine and vehicle test facilities
- Full suite of analysis tools
- Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
- Fleet testing and validation with advanced automated data analysis and reporting (ProLogiq™)
Customer Benefits
- Independent and flexible development with thorough system know how
- Profound engine and exhaust gas aftertreatment calibration knowledge
- Quality work, creative ideas and support exceeding customer expectations
- Unique combination of engineering services with engine component expertise
Project Examples
- High boost diesel engine for future emissions legislation
- Head gasket failure analysis and re-design
- On Board Diagnostic (OBD) and In Use Monitor Performance Ratio (IUMPR) assessments in the UK and US
