Closing Efforts on Non-Vertical Hinges
EnergyPod with Push Mode and Universal Hinge Module
April 2025, Detroit (USA)
Static Seal Load on Hoods
To determine the static seal load on hoods, EnergyPod Push Mode is the easiest and fastest solution. With the Extended Force Range Module, the EnergyPod can measure maximum forces up to 450N, allowing the user to explore seal loads for larger doors with greater seal effects, like on hoods or trunks. In a matter of seconds, the static seal load required to latch a hood can be measured. EnergyPod not only measures the magnitude of this force but considers the direction of the user input force in its final output.
Closing Efforts on Trunks
The Universal Hinge Module allows EnergyPod to measure closing efforts such as Closing Energy, Closing Speed, Door Angle, Friction, and more on trunks and liftgates. Some trunks open at angles too great to allow easily accessible reach of the device. In these cases, the user can close the trunk at varying open angles and track both Closing Energy and Door Angle angle from which the trunk closed to have a better understanding of the system. The compact size of EnergyPod makes it easy to mount the device in various locations on trunks with varying geometry.
