Drive System Design has opened its second high-speed eMachine test facility at its engineering headquarters in Warwickshire, UK to support growing demand in sectors including aerospace.
Drive System Design (DSD) operates as an engineering consultancy within the Hinduja Tech group and specializes in developing electric and hybrid powertrains, internal combustion engines, and associated technologies.
The facility features a 600kW dyno supporting eMachine and inverter development and validation. With capabilities up to 24,000 rpm, the rig offers automated testing which aims to shorten development cycles and accelerate time-to-market for customers.
DSD’s first high-speed eMachine test cell was launched in May 2023 and has seen 100% utilization. The test rig supports development tests including calibration and control optimization projects to meet customer demand for more powerful, efficient, and compact electric machines.
“Our investment reflects the strong and sustained growth in electrification projects we’re seeing across multiple industries,” said Rob Smith, head of development and test at DSD. “From hypercar manufacturers to aerospace innovators, our customers are pushing performance limits as electric vehicle platforms transition into their second and third-generations.”
Combined with the company’s proprietary motor testing power analysis routines and engineering expertise, DSD said it can deliver a comprehensive eMachine calibration loop within two days.
The company offers identical high-speed test rigs in the UK and USA, enabling global customers to benefit from consistent testing protocols, data quality, and service delivery. The transatlantic alignment allows DSD to balance workloads across regions, minimize bottlenecks, and offer localized support, it said.
The new UK facility is part of DSD’s broader investment in electrification, including its new electromagnetic compatibility chamber and continued development of engineering-led service offerings.
“The addition of our second high-speed eMachine test cell in the UK marks a milestone in expanding DSD’s global test and development capability,” said Mark Findlay, CEO of DSD. “To accelerate the development of next-generation propulsion systems, we’ve combined a focus on outcomes with our robust global delivery model.”
