Applus IDIADA Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regulations
Contents
1. N Stop vehicles immediately N Instructions given by controllers using the variable message signs must be followed Examples of other messages 14 LCH A BRAKE Ai A h Button Button 1 MAKING A CALL Normal call to the Controller 1 Press the button to open a channel with the Controller The unit emits a sharp beep 2 When you hear a double beep and appears on the display K press and speak Emergency call 1 Press CF CF to open channel 2 When you hear a double beep and appears on the display K press and speak A Only use in the event of an accident USER S MANUAL FOR THE RADIO SYSTEM 2 QUEUED CALLS If all channels are engaged the following letters will be displayed COL ESP OCU or RED This means that the call is being queued and you have to wait 3 COMMUNICATION WITH THE CONTROLLER Start your conversation with the Contro ller by stating the NUMBER to be found on the front of your radio and end by saying OVER Example 310 requests permission to enter the General Road OVER 4 BARRIER NUMBERS The access barriers are marked with a number to make them easier to locate Designation is as follows General Road High Speed Circuit E2. al Td Fig 2 65 APPENDIX C USER S MANUAL FOR REFUELLING 1 FUEL CARDS The petrol station operates using a system of personalised proximity cards Cards can be reguested through the Booking Form or through PG Client Services Each user will have its own fuel card s IDIADA will invoice the group according to it s actual use The loss of the card must be reported so that it can be cancelled Once testing has been completed in IDIADA s Proving Ground users must return their fuel cards to Control Tower reception 2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFUELLING Before refuelling remember that You must switch off your vehicle s engine and lights You must not use mobile telephones To refuel your vehicle first pass the card through the reader The message TARJETA CARD will appear on the display followed by the messages ESPERE PLEASE WAIT and SIRVASE SERVE Unhook the hose and fil up or alternatively select the exact quantity in litres you want before unhooking the hose by pressing the L key and then the number of litres desired To get your receipt hang up the hose and press the TICKET RECEIPT button In the event that the receipt does not come out of the machine reception in the Control Tower will be able to supply you with a copy of it To ANULAR CANCEL the operation press button C 3 SPECIAL FUELS AN
3. Each user will be provided with a separate radio to recieve instructions throughout the test 2 Shared use timetable During this time there is no Controller and users must arrange carrying out tests with the other users If it is not possible to come to an agreement contact the Proving Ground Controller ALWAYS ask the Controller for permission before entering the Track There is a neon sign at the entrance to the track which indicates whether the circuit is operating at full capacity FULL WAIT Access not permited GO AHEAD Free access Helmets must be worn if the vehicle is fitted with internal safety bars Use of anti roll supports with wheels is not permited Only the ones whose ends are hemispheres made of polyethylene or another sliding material are permitted As is the case with all the other Test Tracks when walking around the platform reflective clothing must be worn this clothing can be obtained at the Control Tower reception Any damage caused to the track surface must be reported to the DP B Controller or to the Proving Ground Controller This track is accessed directly from the area in front of the M Workshops 52 Entrance p Meeting Point 53 IITU N we Dynamic platform Trapezoid area Central approach Tangential approaches Access from General Road only with authorisation from the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor Parking TRACK 10 OFF ROAD FO
4. Gradient 8 Length with constant gradient Traffic light regulation on the Test Hills 10 12 15 18 20 24 30 188m 26 5m 102m 368m 51m 376m 25m 66m Hill not in use Fixed red Blo Drive the vehicle up to the barrier 6 Constant green Test can be performed Hill in use Flashing red Y Y o N the hill Vehicle on the hill Wait until the other vehicle leaves TEST CONDITIONS ON EACH HILL Standard Tests Maximum 1 vehicle on each hill Vehicles may be driven in both directions NON standard Tests Contact the Proving Ground Controller and get his or her authorisation before conducting non standard tests LOW ADHERENCE SURFACES To use the low adherence surfaces ask the Proving Ground Controller to switch on the watering system When testing is completed tell the Proving Ground Controller so he or she can switch off the watering system The low adherence surfaces can only be used if the watering system is on 46 Entrance gt 47 15m LELETEI fen 1 30m fam fo5m t 1 20 m Gradient 8 Gradient 10 Gradient 12 Gradient 15 Gradient 18 Gradient 20 Gradient 24 Gradient 30 Low adherence surface Test hills connection 5m TRACK 7 STRAIGHT LINE BRAKING SURFACES COMFORT B amp SIM CITY STRAIGHT LIN
5. Not stopping immediately when told there has been an accident 17 Walking around the Tracks without the prior authorisation of the Controller save in designated areas platforms and parking areas 18 Not reporting damage caused to track facilities or surfaces 19 Not reporting breakdowns loss of parts mechanical camouflage or liquids to the Controller 20 Not obeying instructions from the Controller or Safety Car 21 4 Taking up the radio channel without good cause during an emergency or accident situation 22 Queue jumping at the barriers 23 Entering the Tracks other than from the Control Tower entrance without having asked for permission first 24 Entering or leaving a track without going through the access control barriers properly 25 Driving along work roads or in areas that are not designated as Test Tracks when inside the Proving Ground facility 26 During the Controller timetable beginning tests on Dynamic Platform A without first having spoken to the DP A controller in the parking area see page 40 27 During the Controller timetable beginning tests on Dynamic Platform B without first having spoken to the DP B controller in the parking area see page 52 28 Changing drivers while on the Dry or Wet Handling Circuits 29 Stopping or parking in areas that are hazardous for other users 30 Not observing the general rules for overtaking or overtaking where it is not permited
6. gplus IDIADA GENERAL INFORMATION Timetables 4 Proving Ground Controller 4 Safety Car 4 Test Driver 4 Test Vehicle 5 Confidentiality conditions and photography 6 GENERAL RULES FOR USE OF THE PROVING GROUND Access to the Proving Ground a General safety conditions and use of the Proving Ground 8 Maximum driving time 9 Seat belt and helmet 10 Exceptional tests 0 Special testing 0 Variable message signs 14 User s manual for the radio system 15 Automatic barrier system 16 Refuelling 16 Non compliance of the Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regulations 7 WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCI DENT ON THE PROVING GROUND How to detect that you are in an accident situation within the Proving Ground 18 What to do in the event of an accident 18 SPECIFIC RULES FOR DRIVING IN THE PROVING GROUND OVERVIEW OF PROVING GROUND 20 TRACKO General Road 22 TRACK 1 High Speed Circuit 24 TRACK 2 Noise Track 34 TRACK 3 Fatigue Track A Comfort Track A 36 TRACK 4 Dynamic Platform A 40 TRACK 5 Dry Handling Circuit Dynamic Platform C 42 TRACK 6 Test Hills 46 TRACK7 Straight Line Braking Surfaces Comfort Track B amp Sim City 48 TRACK9 Dynamic Platform B 52 TRACK 10 Off Road Forest Track 54 TRACK 11 Wet Circle 57 TRACK 12 Wet Handling Circuit 58 APPENDIXES Appendix A Classification of non com pliances of the driving regulations 60 Appendix B User s manual for the system for controlling ac
7. 20 30 35 40 50 60 80 100 110 120 R24 m Transversal and longitudinal gradient of the platform 0 TRACK TIMETABLE SHARED USE USE REGULATED BY DP A SHARED USE CONTROLLER 2 00 00 09 00 1 DP A Controller operating timeframe Monday to Friday from 09 00 to 17 00 Before starting the test users should go to the parking area meeting point to coordinate their tests with the DP A Controller Each user will be provided with a separate radio to recieve instructions throughout the test There is a neon sign at the entrance to the track which indicates whether the circuit is operating at full capacity FULL WAIT Access not permited GO AHEAD Free access Helmets must be worn if the vehicle is fitted with internal safety bars Use of anti roll supports with wheels is not permited Only the ones whose ends are hemispheres made of polyethylene or another sliding material are permitted 2 17 00 24 00 2 Shared DP A use timetable During this time there is no Controller and users must arrange carrying out tests with the other users If it is not possible to come to an agree ment contact the Proving Ground Controller When walking around the platform reflec tive clothing must be worn this clothing can be obtained from Control Tower reception Any damage caused to the track surface must be reported to the Proving Ground Controller 40 CROSSWIND TESTS
8. 31 Not maintaining the safety distance between vehicles 32 Not indicating the start of special tests with all 4 indicators 33 Driving a vehicle with too many passengers APPENDIX 61 34 4 Surpassing the speed limits on the lanes in the High Speed Circuit unless extra safety measures have been arranged in advance 35 4 Driving in reverse tests without the prior authorisation of the Controller or Safety Car 36 4 Carrying fuel in containers inside the vehicle 37 4 Refuelling in the petrol stations with the engine running WITHOUT AUTHORISATION or with the lights on or talking on a mobile phone while refuelling 33 4 Refuelling vehicles outside the petrol station area without the authorisation of the Controller or Safety Car 39 En tering the Tracks without a transponder and radio 40 4 41 42 4 43 4 ot wearing protective overalls boots and gloves when carrying out tests with motorbikes or quads ot having the vehicle s equipment instrumentation ballast etc properly attached Taking photographs WITH AUTHORISATION but without wearing a reflective jacket or vest indicating photo session in progress ot wearing a helmet when the vehicle is fitted with safety bars on the inside 44 4 Handling track equipment without authorisation e g the float at the Water Wade 45 4 ot observing agreed exclusivity hours 46 Towing a broken down vehicle without the prior authorisation of the
9. Carrying out special tests without first having asked for authorisation from the Controller or without having indicated the testing properly rotating lights or identifying plates Taking photographs WITHOUT AUTHORISATION in the Proving Ground LHaving and using image recording systems inside the vehicle WITHOUT AUTHORISATION Entering the Proving Ground without having a valid driving licence Other non compliances that very seriously endanger the users own safety or that of other users 63 APPENDIX B USERS MANUAL FOR THE SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING ACCESS TO THE PROVING GROUND 1 DESCRIPTION OF THE SYSTEM The system controlling access to the Proving Ground makes it possible to regulate the entrance of vehicles to the different test tracks in IDIADA s complex and control how long they are used for A diagram showing how the system works is to be found in figure 1 and it consists of Transponder 12 cm black cylinder which serves to identify the vehicles at the various entrances to the tracks The transponder is placed horizontally in the upper right hand area of the windshield at a distance which is not less than 10 cm from the metal parts of the vehicle The transponder s position is shown in figure 2 Antenna radiating element which detects the passage of the transponder installed in the vehicle Barrier allows vehicles to go through as long as the transponder that has been picked up has been authorised in advan
10. personnel SPECIAL TESTING Tests that can be classified as Special include 1 Lane change and slalom tests Speed reduction tests Brake tests Repetitive braking tests Fading test Very high speed tests IDIADA reserves the right to hire an external ambulance unit and fire response vehicle when certain special tests are to be carried out The services will be invoiced to the client 1 LANE CHANGE AND SLALOM TESTS Before starting permission must be reguested from the Proving Ground Contro ller Only he or she may authorise the start of this type of testing The test vehicle must bear a numbered Lane Changes WHITE PLATE at its rear These plates are available at Control Tower reception The test vehicle must have a ROTATING WHITE LIGHT in an area which is visible to all other track users This light must be on at all times This eguipment is available at the Control Tower reception WHITE The start of the manoeuvre must be indicated with the vehicle s hazard warning lights which must be switched on when lane changes begin and should be switched off when the manoeuvre is completed 10 In dry conditions a safety distance of 400 metres must be maintained with respect to other vehicles In wet conditions a safety distance of 500 metres must be maintained with respect to other vehicles The Proving Ground Controller must be informed when the testing is completed Lane
11. MAXIMUM DRIVING TIME A maximum driving time of eight hours daily is recommended Each driving shift must include rest breaks and not exceed two hours of conti nuous driving In the case that the testing reguires continuous driving time without rest breaks it is necessary to contact with the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor first Rest breaks should be increased if the testing entails physical fatigue for the driver testing at high speeds fatigue track rapid deceleration adverse weather conditions etc SEAT BELT AND HELMET All occupants of the vehicle must wear their seat belts Helmets must be worn in the event that safety bars are installed in the vehicle EXCEPTIONAL TESTS IDIADA reserves the right to authorise tests that maybe in conflict with the Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regulations provided that this is required by the test and appropriate safety measures have been taken Users of the Proving Ground will always be informed in the event of special testing Tests with non habitual drivers presenta tions to managers dealers invited Clients etc must be authorised by the Proving Ground Manager Such tests shall be restricted to specific times and shall reguire the presence of an additional external ambu ance unit and fire response vehicle charged to the client Other users will always be told about them in advance and they shall always be performed under the supervision of IDIADA
12. S Acceleration lane ISO I surface ISO 10844 2011 ISO Il surface ISO 10844 1994 35 TRAC K3 FATIGUE TRACK A COMFORT SURFACE A FATIGUE A Direction of travel Undulating concrete Potholes with water Gravel area Undulating concrete with stones Water wade depth adjustable Salt water wade depth adjustable Forest track Block pav Block pav II Repaired asphalt Stop amp Go area Curbs COMFORT A Direction of travel Pav surface length Road in poor condition length The configuration will be changed twice a day Before entering the track look at the traffic signals to check the current configu ration Direction Prohibited obligatory 36 Clockwise Cs from 06 30h to 18 30h Anti clockwise from 18 30h to 06 30h 145m 220m 455m 420m 50mx4mx 0 50cm 20mx4mx 0 50cm 1950 m 827m 922m 149m 300 m 250 mm 200 mm 150 mm 100 mm Clockwise G from 06 30h to 18 30h Anti clockwise F from 18 30h to 06 30h 599m 1311 m The maximum speed on all of the track surfaces is 80 km h Tests exeeding this speed require prior authorisation from the Tower Controller who will also advise all other Users should adjust the maximum speed of users the vehicle according to the current condi tions of the circuit The water wade is set at 15 cm by default and can be adjusted from 0 to 50 cm If a specific water height is required the Control To
13. 4 BLUE rotating lights on Located at the entrance to some of the tracks and also at strategic locations on the General Road 5 78 RED flashing signs on Located on the High Speed Circuit WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT Accident means an unintended event which results in own or third party personal injury or property damage N All accidents must be immedia tely reported by radio to the Controller The report must be brief clear and state The exact location on the Proving Ground Seriousness of the accident The number of people injured When the accident report is received the emergency protocol is activated by the Proving Ground Controller The Proving Ground Controller will coordi nate all emergency services All accidents within the Proving Ground are viewed as being serious and are treated in exactly the same way 18 In the event of an accident Applus IDIA DA s own emergency service will attend to any Proving Ground users who have been injured while awaiting external assistance This service consists of Ambulance unit with nurse Rapid response vehicle with firefighting capability Safety Car f the user wants additional emergency measures they must ask the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor for them in advance When the emergency protocol is activated Applus IDIADA always call for an external ambu lance This service may only be cancelled by Appl
14. Brakes R Mateu 34 977 166 006 249 68 z 35 E a fours os aw lt z EDITION APRIL 2015 IDIADA Automotive Technology SA LAlbornar PO Box 20 E 43710 Santa Oliva Tarragona Spain T 34 977 166 000 F 34 977 166 007 idiada idiada com Proving Ground Services T 34 977 166 004 F 34 977 166 005 pg_client idiada com
15. Controller or Safety Car 47 Other non compliances that seriously endanger the users own safety or that of other users 62 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 CRE a a A 4 A A A VERY SERIOUS ot reporting an accident to the Controller ot obeying the instructions of the Controller in an emergency situation Failing a blood alcohol level control Driving under the influence of medicine or psychotropic substances which may induce drowsiness or a reduction in physical faculties Driving in a reckless fashion and thus endangering either themselves or other users Driving in the opposite direction to the one permitted for each track Carrying out braking and lane change tests outside authorised times and not on authorised tracks Braking on the braking surfaces on the braking track when it is in use by another vehicle Braking in the braking areas on the High Speed Circuit and General Road when they are in use Carrying out brake tests or stopping on the Dry or Wet Handling Track Talking on a mobile phone or using a computer whilst driving Driving while reading the test cycles Ignoring a STOP message on the variable message signs Not wearing a helmet when carrying out tests on motorcycles or guads Not wearing seat belts driver and or passengers Person responsible is the driver
16. Users wishing to use the crosswind facility should first contact the Client Services team to schedule the time for their tests Technical specifications Number of fans 10 units 2 6 m high x2 6 m wide Length 30 5 m Acceleration lane 600 m Maximum wind speed 25 m sec TIMETABLE Priority timetables have been established based on test type Priority will be given to the tests specified in each time slot From08 00t009 00 Cross Wind ISO 3 From 09 00 to 11 00 VDA Slalom G turns Gymkhana From 14 00 to 12 30 Circles ISO 3 From 12 30 to 13 30 Cross Wind ISO 3 From 13 30 to 15 30 VDA Slalom G turns Gymkhana From 15 30 to 18 00 Circles ISO 3 From 18 00 to 19 00 Cross Wind ISO 3 From 19 00 to 08 00 Free use Dynamic platform Slalom area Acceleration lanes ISO Ill surface Parking Meeting Point Traffic light Cross wind YETEI TI Wifi zone Parking Meeting Point Entrance Exit 41 TRACK 5 DRY HANDLING CIRCUIT DYNAMIC PLATFORM C DP C MAIN Circuit WHITE layout Open all the time General configuration therefore users have the right of way when driving ALTERNATIVE Circuit ORANGE layout Open all the time Alternative configuration therefore users must ALWAYS give way CLOSED Circuit BLUE layout Normally closed Users must contact the Control Tower if they want to use this layo
17. are conducted lanes 1 and 3 will be used to perform the tests and lanes 2 and 4 may only be used for over taking 5 Very high speed tests PM Central Timetable _ Afternoon Night Timetable Tests with speed NOT PERMITED i NOT PERMITED O Check with the Proving Ground Safety Super visor 48 hours in advance a BRAKING AREAS Timetable from 19 00 to 07 30 Dn the High Speed Circuit there are 4 dedicated Braking Areas 3 4 U 2 1 SAFETY APPROACH g BRAKING LANE ZONE ZONE ZONE 1 SS o ETS To perform the test the area is regulated by a traffic light Green traffic light Red traffic light Area not in use The Area being used test can be carried by another user out The test cannot be carried out If red the user must continue driving until it is not in use green traffic light Only 1 car is permited in each Braking Area em 32 BRAKE TEST PROCEDURE EE SAFETY ZONE APPROACH ZONE 98 6 300m BRAKING ZONE TRACK 2 NOISE TRACK Test area dimensions 22x20m Length of acceleration lane 300 m Slalom testing and brake testing are not permited Only one user may perform tests on this track at any one time 78 76 74 72 dB level A 70 68 66 15 10 25 0 5 10 15 80 Km h Coastdown ISO I vs ISO Il surfaces 34 02 S01 Position m J y Entrance we
18. carries out random blood alcohol level controls on all drivers in the Proving Ground If a driver should FAIL such a test their imme diate superior will be informed and the driver concerned will not be permited to enter the Proving Ground 2 q Users should not handle computers phones or other devices while driving Traffic signs and signals in the Proving Ground must be observed at all times Dipped headlights should be used when driving around the Proving Ground In the event that the test being performed does not allow headlights to be switched on the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor must be informed and permission requested prior to carrying out the testing The test vehicle must be inspected prior to entering the Proving Ground with special atten tion being paid to brakes tyres and lights Tyre pressures should be checked to make sure that they comply with manufactu rers specifications especially in the case of tests carried out at high speeds due to the increased load brought about by driving on the banks on the High Speed Circuit Equipment and other items installed on the outside of the vehicle must be checked to make sure that they are firmly secured and do not fall off in the Proving Ground Test instrumentation and any ballast used must be thoroughly anchored to prevent it from shifting Users must immediately report any acci dent incident or damage occurring to the complex tracks o
19. the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor must be notified in advance 16 NON COMPLIANCE OF THE PROVING GROUND DRIVING AND SAFETY REGULATIONS The Proving Ground Controllers and the Safety Car are assigned the task of detecting non compliance of the Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regulations Any breach of the Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regulations that is detected by a user must be reported to the Controller This makes it possible to take immediate action and helps prevent accidents There are three categories of non com pliance of the regulations SIGNIFICANT NON COMPLIANCE Ay SIGNIFICANT Every time a significant non compliance of the regulations is found to have taken place a verbal warning will be given to the offender in which they are asked to change their behaviour In the event that the offender pays no atten tion to the instructions they receive or conti nues to commit minor non compliances of the regulations the offence will be upgraded to a serious non compliance SERIOUS NON COMPLIANCE SERIOUS Every time a serious non compliance of the regulations is found to have taken place a written warning will be given This warning shall be in force for thirty 30 days during which any new serious non compliances shall entail the auto matic temporary withdrawal of the permit for accessing the Proving Ground due to an accu mulation of non compliances of the regulations ai
20. D COOL FUEL FACILITY Users who wish to use the secure fuel storage facility must organise in advance with Proving Ground Client Services IDIADA will bill the use of petrol station facilities for special fuels at prevailing prices and for the cost of recycling any excess fuel that may be left over Cool fuel facility is available Contact Proving Ground Client Services in advance 66 67 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT TELEPHONES Control Tower personnel Phone No English German French Proving Ground Safety Supervisor 1414 2414 Client Services Coordinator 1418 2418 Safety Car 2388 Hotel Reservations 6004 1401 Control Tower Reception 6004 1402 Workshop Manager 1458 2458 Medical Services 9381 o Applus IDIADA Engineering Services Manager Phone No Extension Proving Ground X Cabus 434 977 166 004 1404 Durability and accelerated fatigue J Rabad 34 977 166 054 6054 Driveline laboratory J Izquierdo 34 977 166 039 203 Passive safety laboratory G Tejera 34 977 166 073 1600 Calculation and structural simulation R Chimeno 34 977 166 073 1547 Acoustics and vibrations laboratory A Catala 34 977 166 079 1517 Vehicles dynamics A Catal 34 977 166 079 1517 Homologations J Mata 34 977 166 008 1344 Electronics A Carbonell 34 977 166 029 332 Chassis and Components J Aran 34 977 166 023 221
21. E BRAKING SURFACES SURFACES Zone 1 Adherence TO Max Surface when wet Width Lengh eE Rx Speed gradient gradient permited M per axle 0 Ceramic tiles 0 1 1mm 75m 250m 0 1 double 4757 100 km h gradient Asphalt 0 8 1 mm 5m 200 m 0 1 16T 0 Basalt tiles 0 3 1mm 75m 200m 0 1 double 137 120km h gradient O Concrete 04 Imm 7m 200m o double 6r 120km h gradient Aguaplaning in T a E straight 6mm 35m 150m 0 0 16 SURFACES Zone 2 AFON Longitudinal Transverse Mas Max speed Surface when wet Lengh a weight gradient gradient permited M per axle Asphalt 0 8 1mm 5m 250 m 0 1 16T 150 km h Dry asphalt 5m 250 m 0 1 IGT 200 km h u Adherence coefficient when wet Sprinkler system The Braking Surfaces must always be entered via the entrance at the roundabout which also gives access to Fatigue Track A Braking must always be carried out in a west east direction Never against the flow of traffic The return lane must be used to reuse the braking surfaces Driving the wrong way on the braking surfaces is not permited The low adherence surfaces 0 1 0 3 0 4 Agua planing may only be used when they are wet Carrying out brake tests on low adherence surfaces when they are dry is strictly forbidden Flooding system Water flow system Only the Proving Ground Controller can autho rise and or switch on and off the watering system Zone 1
22. REST TRACK Procedure to be followed when using the OFF ROAD FOREST TRACK Ask the Proving Ground Client Services for authorisation prior to use ALWAYS inform the Controller before ente ring or leaving the Track Tell the Controller which section of the track you will use the OFF ROAD or FOREST TRACK area Y Entrance 54 The vehicle may not be stopped on the Forest Track In the event of halting the test or stopping inform the Controller In the case of an accident you should inform the controller in what part of the track the accident has occurred Motorcycle testing there must be a support vehicle supervising the testing on the track Off Road track ms Forest Track Earth Rock Sand gt a1 ll J F y 55 7 Entrance TRACK 11 WET CIRCLE Basalt Surface Asphalt Surface Interior radius 22 5m Interior radius 275m Exterior radius 27 5 m Exterior radius 37 5 m This track may only be used when wet mm Asphalt lane mums Basalt lane mam Parking area with lift The maximum number of vehicles which can use the track at the same time is one Entrance i AA Next to the entrance to the track there is a parking area for users equipped with a carport and lift to facilitate tyre changes gaddo i T Zi o Users should report any objects found on the track gravel plastics oil e
23. area which is visible to all other track users This light must be on at all times These lights are available at the Control tower reception desk 786 RED The start of the manoeuvre must be indi cated with the vehicle s hazard warning lights which must be switched on when braking at high speed begins and should be switched off when the manoeuvre is completed In dry conditions a safety distance of 400 metres must be maintained with respect to other vehicles In wet conditions a safety distance of 500 metres must be maintained with respect to other vehicles The Proving Ground Controller must be informed when the testing is completed Brake tests are not permited on the bends Check timetables for carrying out braking tests on the High Speed Circuit see page 30 ie 4 REPETITIVE BRAKING TESTS FADING 2 5 Permission must be requested from the Safety Car before starting Only the Safety Car can authorise the start of this type of test The test vehicle must have a numbered Brake Test RED PLATE positioned on the back These plates are available at the Control Tower reception desk The test vehicle must have a ROTATING RED LIGHT in an area which is visible to all other track users This light must be on at all times These lights are available at the ControlTowerreception gt A L SN The start of the manoeuvre must be indicated with the vehicle s hazard warning lights which
24. ce Traffic light luminous signal which indicates whether the vehicle has been authorised to enter the tracks Detection area area in which the antenna can detect the transponder 2 DETECTION OF VEHICLES The maximum detection distance antenna to transponder is 1 2 m The detection area is marked on the asphalt by a rectangle with a striped centre painted next to the antenna Maximum speed when going through the detection area is 5 km h 3 ASSIGNMENT OF TRANSPONDERS Transponders are handed over to users at the Control Tower before they carry out their tests All transponders are numbered and assigned to a specific vehicle whose track use time will be recorded by its transponder The person in charge of the tests shall return the transponder to the Control Tower when testing has been completed Until this is done IDIADA will not change the assignment of the transponder Should the transponder be lost this must be immediately reported to IDIADA so that the transponder can be withdrawn from the operational service list IDIADA shall not accept any liability for the use which is made of the transponder if its loss is not reported 64 SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING ACCESS TO THE PROVING GROUND TRAFFIC LIGHT OD BARRIER ANTENNA wT TRANSPONDER DETECTION ZONE ANTENNA Fig 1 TRANSPONDER 1 2 m MAXIMUM
25. cess to the Proving Ground 64 Appendix C User s manual for refuelling 66 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Contact numbers 68 INTRODUCTION Arplus IDIADA Welcome to the Applus IDIADA Proving Ground This document features the safety and driving rules that all users of our Proving Ground need to know and observe The purpose of these rules is to ensure maximum safety for all users Given that non compliance with these regulations may endanger not only the offender but also other users IDIADA reserves the right to restrict access to any users who fails to respect the Driving and Safety regulations Thank you in advance for your cooperation and help in making IDIADA into one of the safest Proving Ground facilities in Europe Please do not hesitate to contact our client services team if you have any queries or would like further information about these regulations GENERAL INFORMATION The Proving Ground medical services Safety Car and Proving Ground Controller services are operational 24 hours a day 7 days a week The Proving Ground will be closed to traffic from 22 00 on 24 December until 06 00 on 26 December and from 22 00 on 31 December until 06 00 on 2 January PROVING GROUND CONTROLLER CL The Proving Ground Controller is based in the Control Tower and is the principle contact for Proving Ground users The Controller is responsible for managing and controlling traffic within the Proving Grou
26. changing tests are not permited on the bends Check timetables for lane changing on the High Speed Circuit see page 28 2 SPEED REDUCTION TESTS a A Speed reduction test is a maneuver that reguires applying the brakes with a decelera tionof lt 0 5g The test vehicle must bear a numbered Speed Reductions GREEN PLATE at its rear These plates are available at Control Tower reception The test vehicle must bear a ROTATING GREEN LIGHT in an area which is visible to all other track users This light must be on at all times This light is available at Control Tower 78 GREEN reception The start of the manoeuvre must be indi cated with the vehicle s hazard warning lights which must be switched on when lane changes begin and should be switched off when the manoeuvre is completed A safety distance of 200 metres must be maintained with respect to other vehicles Check timetables for carrying out speed reduction tests on the High Speed Circuit see page 29 TM 3 BRAKING TESTS A Brake test is defined as decelerations 205g Before starting permission must be requested from the Proving Ground Contro ller Only he or she may authorise the start of this type of testing The test vehicle must have a numbered Brake Test RED PLATE positioned on the back These plates are available at the Control Tower reception desk The test vehicle must have a ROTATING RED LIGHT in an
27. complex must observe the confidentiality All of other clients and the tests being carried out at IDIADA n the event that a test reguires the use of any audio visual recording eguipment a written application for authorisation must be made in adnvance to the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor Supervision of the authorised photography Camera NOT FIXED to the vehicle in this case the client shall be accompanied by an IDIADA staff member at all times Camera FIXED to the vehicle in the event that the camera forms part of the instru mentation fixed to the vehicle its installation must be supervised by an IDIADA member of staff appointed by the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor The vehicle must be identified with a sticker informing that the vehicle has a fixed camera on board This sticker will be given to the client together with the neces sary authorisation CONTROLLED DEVICE Vehicles with fixed recording devices may drive on the Proving Ground as long as the client guarantees that no images are to be recorded In all other cases the recording shall be carried out in an agreed and contro lled manner GENERAL RULES FOR USE OF THE PROVING GROUND GENERAL RULES ACCESS TO THE PROVING GR The transponder enables the Tower Contro Users must register at the Control Tower reception every day before beginning their testing programmes At reception the user must present their Proving Ground Driving P
28. defined in these Safety Regulations Consult lt x Gr 27 TIMETABLE REGULATING SPECIAL TESTS ON THE HIGH SPEED CIRCUIT 1 Lane change and slalom tests 2 Speed reduction deceleration tests deceleration lt 0 5 g Central Timetable C Restricted Timetable _ AFternoon Night Timetable Central Timetable Restricted Timetable __ JAfternoon Night Timetable o MINIMUM MINIMUM SPEED SPEED NOT PERMITED Speed tests Only in Braking areas gt 220 km h S see page 32 Check with the NOT PERMITED SPEED Proving Ground Safety Super visor 48 hours in advance Lane change and slalom tests at speeds less than 100 km h are not PERMITED on the High Speed Circuit and must be carried out on other tracks 28 29 3 Brake tests deceleration 0 5 g o Q nmn 2 o Central Timetable i Restricted Timetable _ Afternoon Night Timetable Tests with initial speed gt 160 km h NOT PERMITED minimum Check with the Proving Ground Safety Super visor 24 hours in advance Only in Braking areas see page 32 4 Repetitive braking tests Fading tests 13 00h Q nmn mn F Central Timetable C Restricted Timetable __Pfternoon nNight Timetable NOT PERMITED Check with the NOT PERMITED Proving Ground Safety Super visor 24 hours in advance 30 Note When Brake Tests Repetitive Braking Tests or Fading Tests
29. ermit as accredi tation for entering the Proving Ground this accreditation makes it possible to verify that the user is aware of the prevailing Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regulations Agplus LL Users may only enter and exit the Proving Ground Facility through the gate at the Control Tower except in the case of Dynamic Platform B which is accessed from the area in front of the M workshops In order to enter the Proving Ground Facili ties users must have a portable radio and an electronic vehicle identification device trans ponder which they will be given when they register at reception in the Control Tower Only one radio per permit will be provided Cen TRANSPONDER ller to automatically identify the vehicle and the test it is performing Changing the trans ponder of the vehicle once in the Proving Ground or doing another type of test other than the ones specified when the track reservation was made is absolutely forbidden Users must return the radios every day once testing has been completed so that the batteries can be recharged Each vehicle must have at least one reflec tive safety vest or jacket on board They are available at the Control Tower reception desk If the vehicle is fitted with a fire extingui sher the extinguisher must always be firmly attached When users enter the Proving Ground area they must report the following information to the Proving Ground Controlle
30. ll confirm it has seen the signal by using the right indicator All overtaking may only be done in the over taking areas see diagram on page 42 44 It is highly recommended that users check the condition and pressure of tyres before beginning testing An initial warm up lap must be made at a reduced speed If there is any risk of rolling over antiroll supports must be used Their use must be authorised by the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor Brake testing is not permited Vehicles may not stop on the track under any circum stances The following must be arranged in advance with the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor Non handling tests Tests with vehicles weighing more than 3 500 kg Next to the entrance to the track there is a parking area for users eguipped with a carport and lift to facilitate tyre changes In case of failure the vehicle must stop on the run off area with hazard lights on Users should report any objects found on the track gravel plastics oil etc or damage to the track to the Controller so that the objects can be removed or the damage repaired A Entrance DYNAMIC PLATFORM C Platform dimensions 300 m length x 40 m width Procedure to be followed when using the track Authorisation from Proving Ground Safety Supervisor required to use the track ALWAYS inform the Controller before entering or leaving the track 45 TRACK 6 WEST AIS
31. must be switched on when starting the repe titive braking test or fading test and should be switched off when the manoeuvre is completed In dry conditions a safety distance of 400 metres must be maintained with respect to other vehicles In wet conditions a safety distance of 500 metres must be maintained with respect to other vehicles The Safety Car must be informed when the tests is completed Check timetables for carrying out repetitive braking tests Fading Test on the High Speed Circuit see page 30 5 VERY HIGH SPEED TESTS Very high speed tests are tests which reguire driving at speeds that excedes 250 km h Tests at speeds that exceed 250 km h Full beam headlights must be on when driving during daylight gt 250 km h Permission must be requested from the Safety Car before starting Only the Safety Car can authorise the start of this type of tests The Safety Car must be informed when the tests finishes Check timetables for carrying out very high speed tests on the High Speed Circuit see page 31 NOTE Other rotating lights that are permitted on the Proving Ground 78 A a lt ORANGE BLUE Maintenance Emergency vehicles vehicles 13 VARIABLE MESSAGE SIGNS There are variable message signs on the High Speed Circuit and the General Road Safety messages which require that testing must stop immediately ft
32. nd and ensuring compliance with the Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regulations The Controller is responsible for coordina ting internal and external emergency teams in any emergency situation that may take place within the Proving Ground N The Controller is the maximum authority of all traffic management within the Proving Ground his or her instructions must be followed at all times TIMETABLES SAFETY CAR This is an IDIADA vehicle which is marked as Safety Car and is operated by IDIADA personnel Its main function is to ensure that all Proving Ground users observe the Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regulations by constant supervision of the tracks N Instructions from the Safety Car must be followed at all times TEST DRIVER Test driver means anyone who is gualified to drive in the IDIADA Proving Ground facility The client is responsible both for the profes sional ability and gualifications of the engi neers drivers operators etc which they send to carry out tests at IDIADA and also for ensu ring that these workers are suitably insured However IDIADA shall be responsible for these requirements when it provides the workers Any damage caused by the client to IDIADA s installations will be invoiced accordingly If the client has their own procedures in place for assessing their test drivers they may make a written application for IDIADA to control and refuse entry to
33. ng NOT for driving Vehicles may not stop in the left hand lane The blue area is only for stopping vehicles UL u2 u3 u4 u5 COMFORT B amp SIM CITY T l RZ 30m N ZoneB Small step inputs w E p1 p2 p3 ni ne n3 S 30m Zone F 0 0 0 0 Zone C Big step inputs Zone F Wobble inputs PE M a ne Highway joint step inputs rae ee A 30m Zone D Screwed and removable profiles b1 b2 b3 b4 b5 30m Zone E Rough asphalt road 300 m 50 Entrance Highway joint step inputs 133 6 cm 760 cm 17 mm mmm Comfort Surfaces m Parking mmmm Sim City Area ITU leak TRACK 9 DYNAMIC PLATFORM B PD B Length Width Circular plate dimensions 300m Trapezoid dimensions 400 m 15m 100m Central acceleration lane 300 m 2x4m Tangential acceleration lanes 450 m 2x4m Longitudinal and transverse gradient of the platform and the trapezoid 0 TRACK TIMETABLE SHARED USE USE REGULATED BY DP B SHARED USE CONTROLLER 2 2 00 00 08 00 17 00 24 00 1 DP B Controller operating timeframe Monday to Friday from 08 00 to 17 00 before starting the test users should go to the parking area meeting point to coordinate their tests with the DP B Controller RESTRICTED TIME FRAME From 08 00 to 16 00 During this time frame all testing must be authorized beforehand
34. ng Circuit Dynamic Platform C 20 6 Test Hills 7 Straight Line Braking Surfaces 7b Comfort Track B amp Sim City 9 Dynamic Platform B 10 Off Road Track 11 Wet Circle 12 Wet Handling Circuit RA TRACKS TRACK O GENERAL ROAD Entrance v D 1 l 4 Flat section with longitudinal l n i i gradient 096 4 1 i y 1 General road I North Straight gt South straight wide area Petrol station Parking area with lift Parking are South Straight Lane changes area i Braking zone br South straight wide area Approach zone dS ee 150 Direction of travel Clockwise A Total length 5 333 m Length of south straight 1 620 m Longitudinal gradient south straight and braking area 0 GENERAL RULES BRAKING AREA ON THE NORTH STRAIGHT South straight wide area length 300 m The General Road is the principle access Only 1 car is permited in the braking area Sd wide area width oe road to all the other Test Tracks Care should gm Braking area length 250 m be taken with other vehicles when entering and leaving it Braking area width 10m Braking area approach lane 100 m Users should always drive in the right lane except when overtaking Maximum permitted speed on Minimum permitted speed on the 450 the north and south straights of rest of the General Road
35. only 1 vehicle is permited to carry out tests on the braking surfaces All other vehi cles have to wait until the first vehicle exits the surfaces and leaves the area free Zone 2 only 1 vehicle carrying out braking on the dry asphalt surface and 1 vehicle carrying out braking on the wet asphalt surface are permited The track layout means that these two vehicles can carry out tests simultaneously 48 SURFACES ZONE 1 SURFACES ZONE 2 mmm Gravel safety area mmm Concrete mmm Asphalt A mmm Parking mums Basalt tiles Runoff area mmm Asphalt B mm Dry asphalt m Asphalt A mm Ceramic tiles m Aquaplaningin straight STRAIGHT LINE BRAKING SURFACES COMFORT B Braking direction sidi dd DN EE A Entrance 49 COMFORT B amp SIM CITY The maximum speed permited on Comfort Track B is 150 km h Overtaking The vehicle that is to be overtaken will confirm it has seen the signal by using the right indicator and will move to the right of the lane to let the faster vehicle pass Zone A U shape inputs Sim City Zone When conducting Sim City tests vehicles may only be stopped in the right hand lane indicated with blue hash marks so as not to hinder the movement of other vehicles ONLY for driving NOT for stopping The left hand lane is only to be used for driving BLUE AREA ONLY for stoppi
36. r by radio The identification number of their portable radio The number of persons in the vehicle Which test track they plan to use first Users are NOT required to inform the Controller every time they enter or leave one of the Proving Ground Tracks Equally they do not have to report on leaving the Proving Ground In order to plan testing and to ensure safety on the tracks users must inform the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor or appointed dele gate if the test that they are going to carry out can be considered to be special See page 10 Before starting these tests users must ask the Controller for authorisation n the case of motorcycle testing special measures will be taken to ensure the safety of riders Users should inguire about these special measures beforehand with the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SAFETY AND USE OF THE PROVING GROUND N Instructions given by the Proving Ground Controller and by the Safety Car in the Proving Ground must be obeyed at all times Users must not drive while under the influence of medicines alcohol or psychotropic subs tances which may induce drowsiness or a reduc tion in physical faculties Users must not drive if suffering from an illness or injury which restricts their capacity to perform the tests n the event of doubts or gueries please contact Applus IDIADAs medical service in the Control Tower Ext 9381 IDIADA
37. r facilities by radio to the Proving Ground Controller The Proving Ground Controller must also be informed of any spillage of oil fuel or other liquids n the event of breakdown the vehicle must be stop in a parking area If this is not possible the vehicle should be parked on the edge of the road with its hazard warning lights on and the Controller should be informed by radio so that the vehicle can be removed from the Proving Ground as guickly as possible Cars should never be abandoned in the Proving Ground Vehicles may not be left parked in the Proving Ground unattended by its driver and without the express authorisation of the Proving Ground Controller N Driving in reverse is not permited unless previously agreed upon with the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor N Under no circumstances may drivers drive in the opposite direction to the one established for each track Emergency vehicles will be permited to drive in the opposite direction to the establi shed one only in case of emergency and only with the Controller s prior authorisation Drivers may not get out of their vehicles except in designated parking areas and on the dynamic platforms Permission to get out of the vehicle on the dynamic platforms must be reguested from the Platform Controller or the Proving Ground Controller Reflective vests or jackets must be worn outside the vehicle They are available from Reception at the Control Tower
38. rg VERY SERIOUS NON COMPLIANCE A VERY SERIOUS s the immediate temporary withdrawal of the permit for accessing the Proving Ground Permits will be removed from any user who Is in very serious non compliance of the Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regula tions Repeats a serious non compliance of the Proving Ground Driving and Safety Regula tions during the 30 day period laid down for the serious non compliance Accumulates four 4 serious non com pliances in the space of one year The minimum period for which Permits giving access to the Proving Ground may be with drawn will be one 1 week Each case shall be assessed independently and the exclusion periods will be set jointly by the Manager of the Proving Ground Depart ment together with the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor This warning shall be registered and the offender will not be permited onto the Proving Ground A list giving examples of significant serious and very serious non compliances can be found in Appendix A Classification of non compliances of the Driving Regulations WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT ON THE PROVING GROUND HOW TO DETECT THAT THE ACCIDENT PROTOCOL HAS BEEN ACTIVATED Radio Accident message from the controller Ce Visual Accident message on the variable message signs a Gates open on all test tracks within PG f f
39. rmited Vehicles may The vehicle that is going to overtake should not stop on the track under any circumstances signal its intention by flashing its lights The following must be arranged in advance with Overtaking can only be performed in the over the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor teking area see diagram on page 59 Non handling tests Tests with vehicles weighing more than 3 500 kg The vehicle that is to be overtaken will confirm it Tests with motorcycles has seen the signal by putting on its right indicator 58 Next to the entrance to the track there In the event of breakdown the vehicle must is a parking area for users equipped with a be stopped in the track s run off area with its carport and lift to facilitate tyre changes hazard warning lights on Users should report any objects found on the track gravel plastics oil etc or damage to TE ra 2 J or dameg 3s the track to the Controller so that the objects can be removed or the damage repaired TRACK TIMETABLE SHARED USE REGULATED USE SHARED USE During this time slot Applus IDIADA may regulate access to the track 0 00 8 00 13 00 24 00 C MAIN circuit WHITE layout Open all the time Main configuration therefore users have right of way when driving ALTERNATIVE circuit mm ORANGE layout Open all the time Alternative configuration therefore users must ALWAYS give way AQUAPLANING in CURVE ms BLUE layou
40. s exceeding 250 km h must be carried out under exclusive use conditions 26 Speed limits L Restricted Timetable Z RESERVED f Lane 1 is reserved for braking and deceleration tests OVERTAKING All overtaking must be done on the left Users may only change lanes when it is safe to do so and the manoeuvre must be indicated in advance Vehicles using lane number 4 left must always give way to faster vehicles by moving to lane number 3 Before entering the bends users must look in their rear view mirrors to check which vehicles are on the track and thus anticipate possible overtaking by faster vehicles Lanes may only be changed in the bends when this is made necessary by the presence of other vehicles I I I MINIMUM SPEED I I I SPECIAL TESTING Tests that can be classified as Special include 1 Lane change and slalom tests Speed reduction tests Brake tests Repetitive braking tests Fading test Very high speed tests a fF o no 400 m signage on the shoulder 200 metre strips have been painted alternately in orange and white on the boundary lines of the shoulder on both sides of the two straights to provide visual confirmation of the 400 m safety distance between vehicles a 200m gt lt 200m gt N You must consult with the Proving Ground Safety Supervisor about the minimum safe distance between vehicles when performing special tests that are not
41. t Normally closed Users must contact the Control Tower if they want to use this configuration mmm Parking with lift m ma Overtaking areas A Entrance 59 APPENDIX A CLASSIFICATION OF NON COMPLIANCES OF THE DRIVING REGULATIONS A SIGNIFICANT 1 Not having dipped beam headlights on when driving 2 Not having lights in good condition 3 A Not wearing a reflective jacket vest when outside the vehicle 4 Driving without wearing suitable clothes or footwear high heels shoes undone etc 5 Not returning the radio at the end of the day s testing 6 A Abandoning a broken down vehicle on the tracks without telling the Control Tower 7 amp Not replacing covers on the inputs on the Fatigue Comfort track after using them 8 A Not abiding by the system for communication with the Control Tower for going onto the Tracks 9 En tering or leaving Dynamic Platform C on the Dry Handling Track with no prior notice to the controller 10 amp Not reporting the end of special tests 11 Not telling the Controller that there is gravel on the asphalt of the Dry Handling track after coming off it 12 A Not reporting objects on the track 13 Carrying out tests in parallel on the High Speed Circuit without authorisation 14 4 Using low adherence braking surfaces without first having started up the watering system 60 A SERIOUS 15 not answering a call from a Controller 16
42. tc or damage to the track to the Control Tower so that the objects can be removed or the damage 11 repaired You must ask the Controller to switch on the track watering system EY TRACK 12 WET HANDLING CIRCUIT Direction of travel Anticlockwise Ke Aguaplaning on bend Total length 1 517 5 m 1566 m 25 m R100 m Width 6m 6m Surface Asphalt Water height 1mm 1mm 6 mm This track may only be used when wet There is a neon sign at the entrance to the track which indicates whether the circuit is operating at full capacity FULL WAIT Access not permited Track in use by the maximum The maximum number of vehicles which can use the track at the same time is four nin era Mes mn Free access Track with fewer than 4 users You must ask the Controller to switch on the track watering system Aquaplaning in curve tests should be arranged in advance with the Proving Ground Controller It should be used with the track s alternative circuit dry Overtaking proceedures All overtaking must be done on the left accor ding to the direction of travel It is highly recommended that users check No overtaking is permited in the bends the condition and pressure of tyres before begin ning testing The faster vehicle has right of way but should An initial warm up lap must be made at a make certain that the manoeuvre does not reduced speed entail any risk Brake testing is not pe
43. the General Road When driving at slow speeds lt 30 km h emergency lights must be on Maximum permitted speed on Maximum permitted speed on the 100 the rest of the General Road 80 east straight Lane change tests are only permitted in the South straight Brake tests are only permitted in the braking area The user has to adjust the maximum speed of their vehicle to track conditions 22 23 TRACK 1 HIGH SPEED CIRCUIT HSC North straight West bend Straights Bends Braking Areas Parking Wifi zone South straight Direction of travel Length Lane 1 Length Lane 2 Length Lane 3 Length Lane 4 Length of straights 24 Clockwise X 7493 m 7 513 m 7 546 m 7 579 m 2 000 m Neutral steer speed bends Maximum banking bends Radius of the bends Longitudinal gradient North straight Longitudinal gradient South straight Transverse gradient straights 25 200 km h 80 38 66 471m 0 3 0 3 1 0 9b GENERAL REGULATIONS Central Timetable NEY LANE I LANE I LANE Variable depending on 131211 the type of test 3 6000 Speed limits by lane are applied to all tests except for lane changes or slaloms which have specific regulations see page 28 Tests at speeds exceding 210 km h Full beam headlights must be on when driving during daylight gt 210 km h Tests at speed
44. the Proving Ground to anyone from their company who is unable to give documentary proof of compl ying with such reguirements All drivers must have a corresponding driving licence for the type of vehicle which is to be tested on the Proving Ground Drivers are responsible for this and must inform IDIADA if they do not have a valid driving licence Driving ry license The driver is responsible that the vehicle has been checked before entering the Proving Ground facility and for ensuring that it is fitted with all the safety measures laid down for testing as well as all the signalling features set out in these regulations TEST VEHICLE Test vehicle means any vehicle which is used for carrying out tests on the Proving Ground The client must have a valid insurance policy which covers the risks of accident personal injury and material damage to third parties and any damage that may be caused to IDIADA facilities AN vehicles using the following fuels must be identified with the corresponding stickers HYDROGEN GAS GLP GAS CNG HYBRID ELECTRIC CNG GLP Hybrid Electric and Hydrogen stic kers are available in the Control Tower recep tion a lt E Lu z iu G INFORMATION CONFIDENTIALITY CONDITIONS AND TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS No type of image recording device inclu ding mobile phones with cameras may be brought into the IDIADA complex Everyone who comes into the IDIADA
45. us IDIADA medical personnel after exami ning the injured The Proving Ground Controller shall notify all Proving Ground users of the accident by radio in English and in Spanish Message in the event of accident Control Tower to all track users There has been an accident on the tracks please stop all testing immediately All testing within the Proving Ground must stop immidiately All vehicles must stop in the nearest parking area or on the edge of the road so that they do not interfere with emergency vehicles 19 The radio channel must be left clear and users should wait for instructions from the Proving Ground Controller Injured people should not be moved even when they have no visible injuries they may have internal injuries Injured people should not be permited to move but rather kept calm while waiting for the emergency services to arrive In the event of an imminent risk of fire injured people should be removed with extreme care avoiding sudden movements Users are asked to keep calm and wait for instructions from Controller w x F z e ra a mm a o o lt Qa z c a o e c a SPECIFIC RULES FOR DRIVING ON General overview of IDIADA s Proving Ground and individual track numbering 5b THE PROVING GROUND General Road High Speed Circuit External Noise Test Track Fatigue Track A Comfort Track A Dynamic Platform A Dry Handli
46. ut 42 Entrance Overtaking area A a DYNAMIC PLATFORM C YELLOW Layout The Dry Handling Circuit has a number of configurations some of which are open on a perma Parking area with lift nent basis For safety reasons they are classified based on their use and compatibility with the remainder see map Overtaking area MAIN Circuit DRY HANDLING CIRCUIT This map is located at the entrance to the Dry Handling Track in order to remind GUI O avel Am EIRIO D all users to drive with care and attention Total length 2158m and to make one remember that there are different layouts and what category they Length of optional circuits 1 770 m are MAIN ALTERNATIVE and CLOSED Width 7m Adherence coefficient 0 8 43 The maximum number of vehicles which can use the track at any one time is five em There is a neon sign at the entrance of the track which indicates whether the circuit is operating at full capacity FULL WAIT Access not permited Track in use by the maximum number of users GO AHEAD Free access Track with fewer than 5 users Overtaking proceedures All overtaking must be done on the left according to the direction of travel The faster vehicle has right of way but should make certain that the manoeuvre does not entail any risk The vehicle that is going to overtake should signal its intention by flashing its lights The vehicle that is to be overtaken wi
47. wer must be informed at least two days in advance ESS FATIGUE A Forest track Belgian block pave I Belgian block pave II Cobblestone road Repaired asphalt Curved rough road Splash road Water wade COMFORTA Smooth perfile Symmetrical profile Assymetrical 90 profile Assymetrical 180 profile The access to the salt water wade and mud water wade facilities should be authorized by the Proving Ground Client Services before use A minimum notification of two days is reguired Entrance v www Salt water wade N pa With Twist road S mmm Misuse test area wwa Curbs mm Inputs Comfort road mm Mud water wade Trailer ramp simulation mmm Badly mantained road a mm Bottoming w E mam Washboard 1 a Washboard 2 TRAILER RAMP SIMULATION WAVY ROAD Section A 710m 700m 7 00m 7 00m 3 aS 7 00m 3 and 15 hills 38 Section B Variable Hill Pedestrian Hill 17 00m 8 40m gt x 4 00m 10 00m 3 00m l 170m y 5 00m se 170m 140 130 220 190m 220m HE Re Movable metal plates Section C i GRE 10 00m i gt 420m 04 0 8 04 gt Wavy Road 1 20m 39 TRACK 4 DYNAMIC PLATFORM A DP A Platform dimensions 250 m length x 250 m width Acceleration lanes on both sides of the platform 850 m Radius of circles R m Bernouilli Lemniscata 5 2 12 12 5 15
48. xternal Noise Test Track Fatigue Track A Comfort Track A Dynamic Platform A Dry Handling Circuit Dynamic Platform C Test Hills N o of ff WM FP o Straight Line Braking Surfaces Comfort Track B amp Sim City 9 Dynamic Platform B 10 Pista Off Road 11 Wet Circle 12 Wet Handling Circuit 15 AUTOMATIC BARRIER SYSTEM When users register at Control Tower reception they will be given a transponder which automatically opens the barriers when detected by the antenna at the entrance to each of the authorised Test Tracks Each transponder has its own identification code The procedure for installing and using the transponder is explained in Appendix B Users Manual for the System of Controlling Access to the Proving Ground Only one vehicle may enter each time the barrier is raised In the event of a malfunction with the barrier the user should contact the controller by radio stating the transponder s identification code n the event of accident all the barriers in the Proving Ground will open to facilitate the arrival of emergency services REFUELLING Vehicles may only be refuelled at the petrol station and the adjacent secure fuel storage facility In order to refuel users will need a fuel card which they can collect from Control Tower reception See appendix C User s Manual for Refuelling If due to the nature of the test it is neces sary to refuel in an area other than in the petrol station
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search