Robust, contactless sensors to measure rotational and linear displacement for aerospace and defense sensors applications. These Hall-effect and inductive position sensor solutions deliver the absolute position data required for primary flight controls, engine monitoring, and utility systems. By using touchless technology, these components eliminate mechanical wear and friction. This design choice minimizes maintenance requirements and lowers the total cost of ownership over the equipment’s lifespan.
Our engineering team specializes in custom sensor development to address environmental challenges like electromagnetic stray-fields. These sensors are tailored for specific needs including valve angles, actuator positions, and cabin comfort functionalities. Because there are no contacting parts, the sensors ensure high operational efficiency and long-term reliability. Pilots and flight management systems depend on this precise feedback for safe operation. By reducing lifecycle costs and preventing downtime, these sensors maintain mission readiness for both onboard equipment and ground service systems.
Piher Sensing Systems provides an extensive portfolio of advanced technologies built for reliability, safety, and efficiency across terrestrial and aerial operations.
Aerospace Sensors for the More Electric Aircraft Era
The aerospace industry is rapidly evolving toward the More Electric Aircraft (MEA) model, replacing hydraulic and mechanical systems with electrically controlled actuators, power management systems and intelligent control architectures.
As military and commercial aircraft become increasingly electrified, the need for accurate, reliable and lightweight sensing solutions continues to grow. Position sensors, angle sensors and current transducers play a vital role in flight control systems, electric actuation, power distribution units, battery management systems and mission-critical equipment.
Piher sensing solutions help aerospace designers improve system efficiency, enhance reliability and support software-controlled functionality while meeting the demanding environmental requirements of modern aircraft.
Supporting Next-Generation Aerospace Electrification
Modern aerospace platforms require precise feedback and monitoring across a wide range of electrical and electromechanical subsystems:
- Flight control actuation systems
- Electronic brake
- Steering angle feedback
- Thrust reverser position monitoring
- Landing gear position sensing
- Cockpit controls and pilot interfaces
- Power distribution and energy management systems
- Battery energy storage systems
- Electric propulsion and hybrid-electric aircraft
- Auxiliary power units (APUs)
- Ground support equipment
Piher’s contactless position sensors and Hall-effect current transducers provide reliable performance in applications where accuracy, durability and long service life are essential.
Why Aerospace Engineers Choose Piher
As aircraft architectures become increasingly software-driven and electrically powered, sensor reliability becomes a critical factor in mission success.
Piher technologies offer:
- Contactless sensing for extended operational life
- High accuracy and repeatability
- Compact, lightweight designs
- Resistance to shock, vibration and harsh environments
- Real-time position and current monitoring
- Integration flexibility for aerospace control systems
- Proven performance in safety-critical applications
Building the More Electric Aircraft?
Power the Next Generation of Aerospace Systems
Looking for reliable position sensing and current measurement solutions for aerospace applications? Discover Piher's contactless sensors and Hall-effect current transducers designed for demanding environments where accuracy, durability and long service life matter.
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