Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2025C00107:reg:4:p21
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2025C00107
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 4 (pt 21/26)
Character Range: 145777–150436

demonstrated by conducting simulations with varied parameter values.  The results of these simulations shall be checked to be logical and similar in comparison to the results of known practical vehicle tests.

APPENDIX 3 – Annex 3

    'Vehicle Stability Function' simulation test report

 1.                                  Test Facility No:

 2.                                  Test Report Number:

 1.                                  Identification
     1.                            Name and address of the simulation tool manufacturer:
     2.                            Simulation tool identification: name/model/number (hardware and software)

 2.                                  Simulation tool
     1.                            Simulation method (general description, taking into account the requirements of clause 2.1 of Annex 2 to this appendix):
     2.                            Hardware/software in the loop (see clause 2.2 of Annex 2 to this appendix):
     3.                            Validation (see clause 3 of Annex 2 to this appendix):
     4.                            Motion variables (see clause 3.2 of Annex 2 to this appendix):

 3.                                  Scope of application
     1.                            Vehicle category:
     2.                            Vehicle configuration(s):
     3.                            Steering 'Axle(s)':
     4.                            Steering ratio:
     5.                            Drive 'Axle(s)':
     6.                            Lift 'Axle(s)':
     7.                            Engine management:
     8.                            Gearbox type:
     9.                            Drive train options:
    10.                       Differential type:
    11.                       Differential lock(s):
    12.                       'Brake System' type:
    13.                       Brake type:
    14.                       Brake characteristics:
    15.                       'Antilock System' configuration:
    16.                       'Wheelbase':
    17.                       Tyre type:
    18.                       Track width:
    19.                       Suspension type:
    20.                       Centre of gravity height:
    21.                       Lateral acceleration sensor position:
    22.                       Yaw rate sensor position:
    23.                       Loading:
    24.                       J-Turn manoeuvre(s) for which the simulation tool has been validated:
    25.                       Any limiting factors:

 4.                                  Verifying vehicle test
     1.                            Description of vehicle(s):
     2.                            Vehicle(s) identification: make/model/VIN
     3.                            Vehicle description, including suspension/wheels, engine and drive line, braking system(s), steering system, with name/model/number identification:
     4.                            Vehicle data used in the simulation (explicit):
     5.                            Description of location(s), road/test area surface conditions, temperature and date(s):
     6.                            Laden test results with the 'Vehicle Stability Function' on, including the motion variables referred to in clause 3.2 of Annex 2 to this appendix, as appropriate:

 5.                                  Simulation results
     1.                            Vehicle parameters and the values used in the simulation that are not taken from the actual test vehicle (implicit):
     2.                            Laden simulation results with the 'Vehicle Stability Function' on, including the motion variables referred to in clause 3.2 of Annex 2 to this appendix, as appropriate:

 6.                                  Concluding statements
     1.                            The simulated vehicle behaviour and operation of the 'Vehicle Stability Function' is comparable with that of practical vehicle tests: Yes/No
     2.                            This simulation tool test has been carried out and the results reported in accordance with APPENDIX 3 – Annex 2 to the Australian Design Rule 35/06: Yes/No.
     3.                            Signed:
     4.                            Dated:

APPENDIX 4

      Electrical requirements for all vehicles equipped to tow a trailer with an 'ATM' greater than 4.5 tonnes

 1.                                  Electrical supply system requirements
     1.                            The vehicle must have a permanent electrical supply system for connection to trailers using a special connector conforming to ISO 7638‑1:2003 configured