ALMELO, The Netherlands (July 16, 2015) -- Sensata
Technologies (NYSE: ST) is
known for its expansive sensor portfolio for diesel and petrol engines and for
its proactive approach in offering system-tailored solutions for designers and manufacturers
who are continuously challenged by new emission regulations, the need for more
engine fuel economy and greater product reliability to support extended service
intervals.
One example of Sensata’s pro-active sensor
development is related to the engine intake air manifold pressure and temperature
sensor, known as the TMAP. This sensor measures the pressure and temperature of
the intake air for optimized engine performance. The usage of Sensata’s TMAP
sensor is partly driven by the more frequent usage of turbo chargers for
engines, a trend which is more visible recently with the downsizing of petrol
engines for passenger cars.
Next generation engines will also make more use of
exhaust gas recirculation, known as EGR, to support improved engine efficiency
and compliance with emission regulations.
In this approach, the air provided to the engine intake manifold will
use up to 30 percent recirculated exhaust gas. In the future this may be
increased, exposing the TMAP sensor to not only higher air temperatures, but
also aggressive chemicals that are present in the EGR flow.
To cope with these challenges, Sensata has developed a version of the TMAP for
passenger cars that is not only able to withstand the aggressive EGR air flow
in the intake manifold, but also uses the latest Sensata sensor technology to
improve the temperature response time combined with analog or digital SENT
output. For heavy on-and-off-road vehicles like road trucks, wheeled loaders,
backhoes and agriculture tractors, Sensata’s Heavy Vehicle Off-Road business offers
a robust version of the sensor that can cope with the specific demands of this
segment like vibration and extended life time requirements by offering specialized
sensor housing.
About
Sensata Technologies
Sensata Technologies is one of the world’s leading
suppliers of sensing, electrical protection, control and power management
solutions with operations and business centers in 16 countries. Sensata’s
products improve safety, efficiency and comfort for millions of people every
day in automotive, appliance, aircraft, industrial, military, heavy vehicle,
heating, air-conditioning and ventilation, data, telecommunications, recreational
vehicle and marine applications. For more information please visit Sensata’s
website at www.sensata.com
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