Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chassis-dynamometer
noun
/ˈʃæsi daɪˈnæməˌtər/
Definition
A chassis dynamometer is a device used to measure the power output of a vehicle’s engine and to assess its performance characteristics while it is in motion.
Examples
- The chassis dynamometer provided accurate measurements of the car’s horsepower during the testing phase.
- Using a chassis dynamometer, the engineers were able to fine-tune the vehicle’s settings for better fuel efficiency.
- Many performance tuning shops rely on chassis dynamometers to evaluate modifications on cars.
Meaning
It tests the vehicle’s entire drivetrain, including the engine, transmission, and wheels, usually by simulating real driving conditions.
Synonyms
- motor vehicle dynamometer
- rolling road
- road dynamometer
