What do you know about data logging?

[Mateospeed]

Well, it depends on what you're looking to accomplish - do you want the ability to track the overall movement of the car, or do you want to go deeper? For instance, are you looking at throttle and brake position sensors, shock travel pots, engine parameter sensors (speed, pressures, temp), etc?

In my racecar (Spec Miata) I use a Traqmate. It's self-contained, and easily transported between vehicles if you mount an antenna on each. You can even run it off battery power if you so desire. The downside of a system like that is it doesn't give you individual component data logging (suspension, engine, pedals, etc.), so it may or may not fit your needs. Also, Traqmate in specific has a relatively low data collection rate - about 1Hz. It's enough for what I'm doing (which is relatively highly scrutinized between different cars and drivers), but may not be for everyone.



So, I'll answer your question with a question - what do you want to do? I've run several systems, and setup several more. I'm by no means an expert, but I have some experience. :-)
-Matt