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+Read MoreTranslogik
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.
Transense KERS
- Details
- Category: Latest
- Published on Wednesday, 09 December 2009
For the past eighteen months Transense has been working very closely with McLaren Electronic Systems developing, manufacturing and deploying our Torque sensor as part of a KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery System) used very successfully in Formula One this season.
The real significance of this project has been the technical performance validation and commercial application of both the SAW (Surface Acoustic Wave) sensor and our patented Reader Electronics, within the extremely harsh and demanding operating environment of a F1 car, involving the wireless measurement of torque on a shaft rotating at up to 18,000 rpm.
Peter van Manen, McLaren Electronics said “We have enjoyed working with Transense Technologies in developing a successful torque measurement system that provides reliable and consistent measurements in the harshest of racing environments and we look forward to continuing cooperation with their technical team on further projects”.
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