Template For ENG STDS

WORLDWIDE
ENGINEERING Test Procedure GMW14381
STANDARDS

Exhaust-System Hanger Durability Test

1 Introduction
Note: Nothing in this standard supercedes applicable laws and regulations.
Note: In the event of conflict between the English and domestic language, the English language shall take
precedence.
1.1 Purpose. Determination of the hanger dynamic strength in a bench test.
1.2 Applicability. For all vehicle and exhaust-system hanger attachments.

2 References
Note: Only the latest approved standards are applicable unless otherwise specified.
2.1 External Standards/Specifications.
None
2.2 GM Standards/Specifications.
None
2.3 Additional References.
Component Technical Specification (CTS)/Drawing Specification

3 Resources
3.1 Facilities. Oscillating or hydropulse unit with closed loop force control and cycle counter. The test device
shall be suitable for dynamic forces of 100 N to 500 N with regard to a test frequency range of 10 Hz to 20 Hz
(sine). The test facility shall have a valid International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certificate which is
noted in a test report.
3.1.1 Calibration. The test facilities and equipment shall be in good working order and shall have a valid
calibration label.
3.1.2 Alternatives. Alternative test facilities and equipment may also be used. However, all measuring variables
as specified in this standard shall be determined correctly with respect to their physical definition.
3.2 Equipment.
3.2.1 Peak Value Recorder. To automatically record the force/travel amplitude, with automatic shutoff for the
testing machine when the force/travel amplitude exceeds the adjusted limiting values.
3.2.2 Test Piece Mounting and Force Application. The test piece shall be mounted such that the hanger
fastening/connection is not impaired (see Figure 1 as an example). The force application shall ensure the
malleability of the hanger. A link of 150 mm with a Universal (U)-joint at both ends shall be installed between
load cell and force application.
3.3 Test Vehicle/Test Piece. At least five (5) new production parts shall be tested. The hanger parts shall be
produced as specified in the assembly drawing.
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3.4 Test Time.

Calendar time: 3 days
Test hours: 50 hours
Coordination hours: 2 hours
3.5 Test Required Information. Not applicable.
3.6 Personnel/Skills. Technician basic skills needed:
 Ability to perform exhaust component changes.
 Skilled in test bench usage.

Figure 1: Test Piece Mounting and Force Application

4 Procedure
4.1 Preparation.
4.1.1 Test Set Up. The test set up shall be performed using the direction of force application determined from
the strain collectives for the respective vehicle type and engine, which is indicated in the Component Technical
Specification (CTS)/drawing specification.
4.2 Conditions.
4.2.1 Environmental Conditions. The test shall be performed at +23 °C ± 5 °C.

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4.2.2 Test Conditions. Deviations from the requirements of this standard shall have been agreed upon. Such
requirements shall be specified on component drawings, test certificates, reports, etc.
4.3 Instructions. The strength test shall be performed as a single-step test.
4.3.1 Test force, test frequency, test direction, cycles of failure (N 90%), and maximum permissible dispersion
(N 90%/N 10%) shall be taken from the CTS/drawing specification.

± FP = Fm ± (FT + FD) = Test force at test piece

Where:
FP = Test force at test piece. Shall be taken from CTS/drawing specification.
FT = Inertia force of force application measured from load cell connection. The dynamic influence of the
test device mass shall be taken into account for the test.
Fm = Static preload which shall be taken from CTS/drawing specification.
FD = Dynamic test force at load cell.

4.3.2 At least five (5) parts shall be tested for each type to allow a statistical evaluation according to the
logarithmic normal distribution.
4.3.3 Shutoff criterion for the test is the increase of the oscillation amplitude or the test frequency which
automatically shuts off the testing machine, as soon as the adjusted limiting values are exceeded.
4.3.4 The limiting values shall be 110% maximum of the actual values measured at the beginning of the test.
4.3.5 If no first visible cracks occur, the test may be stopped at N 10% value as specified by CTS/drawing
specification.
4.3.6 A test protocol according to Data Sheet A1, Appendix A shall be used for recording of test data and results
and shall be added to a test report after the test.

5 Data
5.1 Calculations. In order to obtain reliable results for the number of cycles to first visible cracks/fracture
determined in the endurance strength range in comparison to the N 90% value required on CTS/drawing
specification, it is necessary to evaluate them according to the statistical method of fatigue life probability to the
logarithmic normal distribution.
N 50% value: N 50% = Xm
N 10% value: N 10% = N 50% 101.28 log S
N 90% value: N 90% = N 50%/101.28 log S
Period spread: Period spread = Pü 90%/Pü 10%
Note: Calculation of probabilities shall be performed according to the formulas in 5.1.1 and 5.1.2, where no
uncracked test pieces or outliers shall be included.
5.1.1 Mean Value.

Log Xi
[ ]
Xm = 10 n

Where:
n = Number of values
Xi = Crack period

5.1.2 Standard Deviation.

√ 1 Σ(log Xi – log Xm)2

S = 10 n-1

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5.2 Interpretation of Results. The results determined shall be compared with the component drawing and
evaluated accordingly.
5.3 Test Documentation. The test results shall be added to a test report as specified in 5.3.1 through 5.3.4,
and 5.1.
5.3.1 Test Piece Description. Part name and number, development state, date of manufacture, drawing
number, drawing date.
5.3.2 Summary of Test Results and Evaluation. Brief evaluation of test results (OK, Not OK (NOK)), test
specification and if required, deviations, and comparison of results with CTS/drawing specifications.
5.3.3 Test Description. Description of test bench with photograph, brief description, description of used test
setup, calibration of testing equipment, initial cracking criterion and detection, load cell, force application mass
measured from load cell connection, and ISO certificate of test facility.
5.3.4 Documentation of Individual Results. Test load, travel amplitude of test cylinder, test direction, test
frequency, number of cycles for initial cracks, position and photograph of initial cracks, logarithmic characteristic
data.

6 Safety
This Engineering Standard may involve safety requirements for hazardous materials, the method of operations
and equipment. This standard does not propose to address all the safety issues associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to ensure compliance with all appropriate safety and health practices.
This would include any specific training that may be required. The safety and health standards include site
specific rules and procedures, company rules and procedures, and Government Standards. Contact shall be
made with the appropriate site Safety and Health personnel for further direction and guidance in these matters.

7 Notes
7.1 Glossary. Not applicable.
7.2 Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Symbols.
CTS Component Technical Specification
GSSLT Global Subsystem Leadership Team
ISO International Organization for Standardization
No. Number
NOK Not OK
U Universal

8 Coding System
This standard shall be referenced in other documents, drawings, etc., as follows:
Test to GMW14381

9 Release and Revisions

This standard was originated in September 2005. It was first approved by Global Exhaust SSLT in November
2005. It was first published in November 2005.
Issue Publication Date Description (Organization)
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1 NOV 2005 Initial publication.

2 JUL 2011 5 year refresh; transfer to new template.
3 JUN 2016 Revised to current template. (Chassis Exhaust Global Subsystem Leadership
Team (GSSLT))

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Appendix A

Data Sheet A1: Test Protocol Muffler Component

Order: Test Specification:

Part name: Test Building:

Part Number: Test Facility:
Drawing Number: Load Cell:

Supplier: Test Bench:

FP = Test force at test piece (kN) FT = m × s × (6.28 × f)2/106 (kN) □ Shutoff for testing machine travel □ Test bench
(as per specification) amplitude…………………………..% certificated
mT (kg) □ Shutoff for testing machine on………..……
FT = Inertia force at test device
(kN) s (mm) frequency violation……..…………% □ Test pieces
f (1/s) □ Temperature conditioning marked
Fm = Static preload (kN) (as per after…………………………… □ Photograph
specification) □ Force sensor calibrated test setup
FD = Dynamic test force at load mT =………………….kg on………………………………
cell (kN) FT =…………………..kN

± FP = Fm ± (FT + FD)

Date Test Static Test Lever Test Travel Test Test Test Initial Position of initial
Time No. Pre- force arm torque amplitude direction side frequency cracks cracks
Name load ± FD X ± Mb ± s (mm) X/Y/Z Note 1 f (Hz) N (Photograph
Fm (kN) (mm) (N·m) (cycles) number position
(kN) of initial cracks)
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Note 1: Indicate the following locations: E = Input, A = Output, L = Left, R = Right.

Note: No. = Number

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