Diagnostic Equipment Development for Military Vehicle Applications

Simplified Test Equipment for Internal Combustion Engine Powered Materiel (STE/ICE) is being developed by the US Army with emphasis on test capability and ease of use. This paper discusses the man/equipment interface as well as the test capabilities of STE/ICE. Emphasis is placed on the unique test capabilities available and a concept for defining a built-in interface for the Army vehicle fleet. The focus is on the Tank-Automotive area but the applications extend to all internal combustion engine powered equipment.