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Consortium developing sensor array to prolong fuel cell life

October 6, 2022 admin 0

Getting rid of contaminants in cathode air is the problem. With research studies in Germany and a prototype that will be tested in China, Mann+Hummel is leading a consortium seeking to develop an air filter system that will prolong the life of fuel cells for commercial vehicles. Advanced air filtration sensor technology is seen as an important tool in improving the performance/lifetime ratio of fuel cell systems and the company has its sights set on the Chinese market particularly. […]

Pressure Switch in Hydrogen-Powered Train Ensures Safety

September 13, 2022 admin 0

Safety is a critical element in the adoption of hydrogen technology for e-mobility. Handling pressure variations and integrating their control reliably with power systems are sensitive functions that must be designed with care. We like […]

Sensata Furthers Electrification Strategy with $580M Acquisition of Dynapower

July 18, 2022 admin 0

Sensata Technologies, a manufacturer of sensor and motor products many with magnetic-rich designs, has acquired fast-growing Dynapower Company for $580 million in cash in a move that Sensata emphasizes will advance its efforts to serve expanding electrification markets. No stranger to magnetic technologies itself, Dynapower develops energy storage and conversion products including several types of power transformers. […]

New Giant Magnetoresistance Sensors for HEVs from Allegro

May 9, 2022 admin 0

Allegro MicroSystems has introduced two new giant magnetoresistance sensors designed to control crankshafts and camshafts in hybrid electric vehicles. They feature a large air gap for simplified design-in, and an assembly that optimizes the IC-to-magnet […]

Renesas Expands Inductive Position Sensing Line to Automotive Motor Commutation

January 28, 2021 admin 0

Tokyo-based semiconductor company Renesas Electronics today launched a new high-speed inductive position sensor for automotive motor commutation. The magnet-free IPS2550 adds to the company’s inductive sensing portfolio, this model targeting design engineers needing an absolute position sensor for […]