Universal Angular Sensor

Precise and accurate angle measurements in vehicles and machines using inductive technology without magnets. Thanks to its robust and modular design, it can be individually adapted to the respective requirements and enables simple integration.

The keypoints in short

• The Universal Angular Sensor reliably detects different levels and inclinations as well as different rotational positions
• Configuration options for various connector types, mounting geometries and fastening elements
• Various measuring angles, communication protocols, signal transmission rates and nominal voltage can be individually defined
• Precise detection of even the smallest angles thanks to CIPOS^® technology
• Resistant to magnetic fields, high measuring accuracy

The modular angular sensor (Universal Angular Sensor) was developed to meet the growing demands for precision and versatility in various industrial applications. The sensor is suitable for a wide range of industries, including automotive, automation and mechanical engineering, as well as various manufacturing processes. In addition, it can be used for all types of vehicles, including commercial vehicles and off-highway vehicles such as agricultural and construction machinery. For example, the sensor on the combine measures the position of the mower when lowering, lifting or locking. On a concrete pump, it determines the position of the boom arm. If the sensor is mounted on the axle, the steering angle or the wheel level can also be precisely determined. If pedals with a mechanical signal are installed in the vehicle, they can be fitted with the universal angular sensor to convert the movement into an electronic signal. Series production will start in 2026.

How is the Universal Angular Sensor designed and what are the main advantages?

The universal angular sensor is designed to be easily integrated into existing systems. It has a modular design, which means that customers and manufacturers can select different lever arms or fastening elements, flexibly define hole dimensions, use different connector types, and specify measuring angles, communication protocols, signal transmission rates and the nominal voltage. This allows the sensor to be individually adapted to the respective requirements, which reduces installation time and costs.

Another advantage of the universal angular sensor is its robust design, which makes it particularly durable. In agriculture for example machines must function reliably around the clock during the harvest season to avoid downtime. The new sensor ensures this. This is also ensured by the CIPOS^® technology with its multi-channel structure, which enables redundant measurements. Configurations with six or more channels are thus possible. This ensures a high level of reliability, which is crucial for safety-critical applications such as electronic steering and accelerator pedals. The combination of multi-channel structure, redundancy and high reliability makes CIPOS^® the ideal technology for precise angle measurements that comply with ASIL D safety standards, comparable to AgPl e in the agricultural sector. "Thanks to the high safety standard, the universal angular sensor is already prepared for autonomous operation and future technological developments," says Dr. Fabian Utermöhlen, Vice President Program Management and Research & Development Lifecycle Solutions at FORVIA HELLA. Read more about CIPOS^® technology after the following video.

CIPOS^® Technology

"Thanks to the proven FORVIA HELLA CIPOS^® technology, our new rotary angle sensor meets the industry's need for robust and modular measurement solutions," says Utermöhlen. FORVIA HELLA has already produced over 1 billion CIPOS^® sensors. This technology, originally from the OE sector, has been successfully transferred to the field for special applications and is also used in the universal angular sensor. A major advantage of this technology is its resistance to magnetic fields and its high measurement accuracy, which enables precise detection of even the smallest angles. Many applications require highly accurate angle measurements. The universal angular sensor reliably detects different levels and inclinations as well as different rotational positions.

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