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Translogik is a trading division that leverages Transense's sensor and RF expertise to provide a range of tyre management solutions to the OTR (Off the Road) and commercial vehicle markets. -
+Read MoreIntelliSAW
The IntelliSAW trading division uses Transense's patented SAW (Surface Acoustic Wave) technology to provide continuous, wireless, passive temperature monitoring systems. -
+Read MoreGM Flexplate
Transense is currently developing a wireless, real-time torque measurement system with General Motors (GM). It has the potential to improve vehicle driveability, reduce fuel consumption and improve transmission shift quality. -
+Read MoreMcLaren
Transense has established a JDA (Joint Development Agreement) with McLaren Electronics in order to develop Transense's patented technology in Motorsport applications. -
+Read MoreIntelWind
Transense is now part of a consortium of nine companies ('IntelWind') that has begun development on a major EU funded project to improve the efficiency & reliability of wind turbines.
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- About Transense ∨
- Routes to Market ∨
- About SAW ∨
- Green Transense ∨
Wireless, Battery-less Sensor Systems
Transense develops and markets patent-protected sensor systems for measuring torque, temperature and pressure, wirelessly and without the need for batteries, using Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) technology.
As no batteries or wires are required, the sensors can be used in applications that traditional sensors cannot, such as on rotating shafts or in environments where access to the sensors is difficult or potentially hazardous.
Transense is developing the technology in conjunction with partners including McLaren Electronic Systems and General Motors, as well as via two wholly owned divisions, IntelliSAW and Translogik, targeting the high growth global electrical Smart Grid applications market and the transport industry respectively.
Multiple routes to market for Transense's IP & products
The Benefits of SAW Technology
SAW devices, as deployed by Transense, are realised as crystalline quartz substrates (dies) typically 6 x 4 mm by 350 microns thick. On each die up to 3 resonators, with natural frequencies around 433MHz, are laid down in thin film aluminium, using photo-lithographic techniques. Each resonator comprises a central inter-digitated transducer (IDT) with a series of reflecting strips distributed on either side. Overall resonator dimensions are 2 to 3 mm long x 0.3 to 0.4 mm wide. The spacing between individual features in the IDT and reflectors is of the order of 2 microns so you need a microscope to resolve the fine detail. SAW resonators respond to both mechanical and thermal strain by changing their natural frequency of vibration..
Helping the World's environment
- Wind energy is one of several applications of Transense's patented technology that will have a positive impact on the world’s environment.
- As Transense's passive SAW technology doesn’t require batteries there are no potentially harmful disposal issues.
- By allowing for more efficient car engines and power grids it has the potential to reduce carbon emissions.
- Maximising tyre life & performance reduces the demand for fuel as well as rubber for replacement tyres.
Purchase of Pneu-Logic IP and Trading Name
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- Category: Latest
- Published on Monday, 23 November 2009
Further to the recent announcement of 8th June 2009, regarding the agreement to distribute the Bluetooth enabled tyre inspection tools manufactured by Pneu-Logic, Translogik Limited (‘Translogik’), the wholly owned subsidiary of Transense, is pleased to announce the purchase of the IP relating to these tools and the trading name of Pneu-Logic. Translogik has paid an initial amount of £50,000 and additional payments will be made, subject to sales volumes, up to an agreed maximum total consideration.
This agreement enables Translogik to gain complete control of the manufacture and distribution of these tools and reduce the cost of sales. Pneu-Logic will continue to manufacture the probes in the near term in order to effect an orderly handover. Translogik is in ongoing negotiations to move production to a highly respected, mid-sized; UK based engineering company which has additional facilities in China.Graham Storey, Transense CEO, said “The recent series of price rises in tyres and fuel has brought these costs into sharp focus within the increasingly competitive fleet service providers market. Prolonging the life of tyres is a critical element in maintaining profitability for fleet management operations. Our range of tyre management solutions provide our customers with a rugged, high quality, cost effective tool, for maximising the life of their tyres. In addition to the recent Goodyear rollout, we have received additional orders from around the world for our expanding suite of data collection tools.
We are delighted to have secured this acquisition; these tools form an integral part of our overall strategy for the Off the Road (OTR) and commercial truck fleet markets, and this agreement gives us considerable additional flexibility in executing our future expansion plans”.
George Yeomans, CEO of Pneu Logic said “Integrating our data collection tools into a solution which will additionally incorporate an RFID reader and SAW (Surface Acoustic Wave) TPMS sensor reader is exactly what the market has been demanding. I am convinced this will be a huge success”.
Contacts:
Transense Technologies PLC
Graham Storey 01869 238380
Laren Yeomans
Brewin Dolphin Investment Banking
Neil Baldwin 0845 213 4730
Sean Wyndham-Quin
Transense Technologies plc