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figure 1 (above, right): Data collected during actual service use is invaluable to establish performance requirements, validate analyses and establish warranty programs. SES brings all the pieces together to satisfy these needs. Figure 1 illustrates a vehicle that was custom instrumented and operated in a suburban environment. The project's objective was to characterize vibration forces and shock events on various components in the vehicle, and log the specific location of their occurrence for detailed analysis at a later date. An example involving the monitoring of shock events on products being shipped via rail is shown in figure 2. Data gathered from this effort was used to negotiate warranty responsibility with the carrier and provide performance requirements for the development of improved packaging.
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The integration of sensors, digital data acquisition and GPS enables manufacturers to: Optimize product, package and equipment design by better defining the transportation environment Diagnose and solve transportation-related problems Settle disputes in contract carrier situations Provide data to help establish product life and warranty