Contactless position sensors for race cars
Enhancing Motorsport Performance with Contactless Sensing Solutions Contactless position sensors are used in a variety of applications, including race cars, where they are used to measure steering angle and pedal angle. These sensors are highly reliable and accurate, and they can withstand the harsh conditions of racing. One of the...
What is the strategy when a steer-by-wire system fails?
With the mechanical connection removed in steer-by-wire, ensuring redundancy is vitally important to mitigate system failures. What is the strategy when a steer-by-wire system fails? As the automotive industry moves towards electrification & autonomous driving, steering, braking, and suspension are three critical systems driving developments in vehicle dynamics, and the...
Enhancing Heat Pump Efficiency and Reliability with Magnetic Position Sensors
Magnetic position sensors play a crucial role in the operation of heat modulating pumps by providing accurate data on the positions of various components. Here's how they are utilized: Compressor Control: They monitor the movement of compressor parts like pistons or scrolls to ensure smooth and efficient operation, avoiding mechanical...
Small potentiometers with stop positions provide great value for relay timers
Why you should consider incorporating potentiometers with stop positions into your next relay timer project? Precise Control: Potentiometers with stop positions provide engineers with the ability to achieve precise control over the timer settings. By offering predefined stopping points along the rotation, these potentiometers allow users to easily select specific...
How Piher’s tilt sensors assist in engine fuel management
Piher Tilt Sensors provide precision tilt measurements and can be employed in certain systems or components that contribute to fuel reduction efforts. Here are a few examples: Fuel Level Monitoring: Tilt sensors can be utilized in fuel tanks to measure the level of fuel. This information is crucial for accurately...
Stability and Safety with TSDA Inclinometers for HVOR Equipment
If you’re working with concrete pump trucks, dumpers, loaders, or any big off-road machines, you know that even a small tilt can lead to big problems—like tipping over or damaging expensive gear. Our TSDA inclinometer is here to help you avoid all that hassle by giving you reliable, real-time tilt...
Elevate Your Electric Vehicle Performance with Piher’s Advanced Rotor Position Sensor
Piher's Rotor Position Sensor employs an inductive eddy currents principle, ensuring exceptional precision and reliability. This sophisticated technology generates angular target position signal directly, eliminating the need for complex algorithms and external circuitry. The sensor's compact design makes it an ideal fit for even the most space-limited applications. Its lightweight...
The Future of AI: When Sensors Become AI’s Eyes and Ears
We're surrounded by technology, often without giving it a second thought. But if you were to peek behind the curtain of artificial intelligence (AI), you'd find a quiet hero: sensors. Think of them as the unsung senses of AI, the eyes, ears, and fingertips that allow machines to perceive the...
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Choosing the Optimal Current Sensor for Energy Storage Applications – BESS BMS
Choosing the Optimal Current Sensor for Energy Storage System Battery Management Systems (BESS BMS)In the evolving landscape of renewable energy, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) have become essential to store, manage, and optimize energy use. A key player in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of BESS is the Battery...
