5 stories tagged sensors on EV Digest.
A recently published Tesla patent application details flexible tactile sensors designed to give its Optimus humanoid robot an advanced sense of touch. These innovative sensors could enable Optimus to detect pressure, allowing for more precise interaction with objects and its environment.
Texas Instruments has introduced the TMCS2100-Q1, an innovative coreless Hall-effect current sensor engineered specifically for hybrid and electric vehicle traction inverters. This new sensor significantly enhances accuracy by measuring magnetic fields in both horizontal and vertical directions, rather than the traditional single axis. This dual-axis approach promises improved efficiency and reliability for EV powertrain systems.
A new, compact sensor developed by Texas Instruments (TI) aims to significantly improve electric vehicle performance. This tiny device is designed to enhance battery efficiency, potentially extending EV range while also contributing to quieter and smoother acceleration.
As electric vehicles push the limits of performance and energy density, ensuring battery safety becomes paramount. Infineon is addressing this critical need with new pressure sensors designed to detect thermal runaway events early, preventing potential failures from escalating into dangerous situations.
A bill introduced in New Jersey aims to mandate additional sensor technologies, like radar and lidar, for autonomous vehicles operating as robotaxis in the state. This legislative push directly challenges the vision-only approach favored by companies like Tesla for their self-driving systems. If passed, it could significantly impact the deployment strategies for future robotaxi services in New Jersey.
