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online Carbon Nanotubes: the next -small- thing Techmor has forged a partnership with Zyvex Performance Materials to collaborate and distribute cutting-edge nano-enhanced materials. Zyvex offers Arovex prepreg materials and Epovex adhesives for the ultimate strength-to-weight ratios in demanding applications. These materials utilize carbon nanotubes (CNTs) with physical properties that far exceed those of commonly used materials. With a strength 16 times that of stainless steel and with a thermal conductivity five times that of copper, CNTs are obvious choices for creating a new class of composite materials. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Zyvex Performance Materials Inc. is focused on developing nanotechnology to improve the properties of composite materials. The company’s patented technology allows composites to take advantage of the superior physical and chemical properties of carbon nanotubes by enabling the even dispersion of carbon nanotubes in composites mixtures. Zyvex Performance Materials was the first company to provide carbon nanotube enhanced products to the marketplace. www.zyvexpro.com
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Inertial Measurement Unit (IM-1) Rugged inertial unit features high-resolution, high-stability gyros and accelerometers to accurately and precisely track the motion of any vehicle or platform. 3rd-generation Silicon Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) system features factory calibration, orthogonal alignment, and temperature compensation. 6 Degrees of Freedom. Output is via CAN Bus, or RS232. |
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Aero Pressure Sensors Module (AP-1) Measure 16 individual aero pressures for wind-tunnel, straight-line or track tests. Fully digitized values output via RS-232, CAN or Wireless. One box solution. |
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Current Sensor
(CS-1) Measure electrical current from -120A to 120A. Simply run a DC cable through the ring, and the unit output (0 to 5V) is proportional to current. Applications include current measurement of batteries, alternators, fans, pumps, chillers, etc. |
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CAN Bus to USB Converter (CU-1) |
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Axle Torque Measurement
(HP-1) Wireless system measures axle torque and transmits to in-car receiver. System consists of two instrumented axle shafts with transmitter units, and a single in-car receiver. Output is analog (0-5V). |
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LASER Wheel Angle Measurement
(LA-1) The Techmor LASER Wheel Angle Measurement System (LA-1) provides precision, non-contact measurement of wheel steering angles, and camber angles. For use on tracks or rigs. Measures Toe, Bump-Steer, Ackerman, Camber Gain, Rear Axle Steer, and more. The System Includes a LASER generator, which mounts on the wheel center, and a LASER receiver, which mounts on the chassis. The resultant measurements (2 angles) are output as analog voltages, CAN messages, RS232 serial, wireless, or USB. |
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Single Anemometer
(SA-1) Precisely measure air speed. The SA-1 uses advanced hot-wire technology to accurately measure air speed with no moving parts to break, bind or wear out. 0-140mph range. Output is analog (0-5V), CAN Bus, Serial RS232 or Wireless. |
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Strain-Gage Amplifier to CAN (SG-1) |
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Splitter Support
(SS-1) Measure front splitter loads in tension (downforce), and compression (track contact). These load cells connect the splitter to the bumper, to gather information for car setup. Standard load range is 250lb tension, 1000lb compression. 0-5V output. |
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Steering-Wheel
Torque Sensor (SW-1) Steering Wheel Quick-Release Coupler with internal torque sensing. Output signal is proportional to driver-applied torque. Can be combined with an SG-1 (sold separately) for 0-5V output. |
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Tire
Pressure Measurement (TP-1) Measure Tire Pressures with high accuracy. System uses the Techmor Wireless Link to measure pressure on-track. Highest quality aerospace pressure sensor, with Titanium valve stem mount. |
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Tire
Temperatures to CAN (TS-1) Measure tire temperatures using this carbon fiber, triple infra-red sensor. Internal microcontrollers provide ambient temperature compensation. Accurately tracks inner, middle, and outer tread temperatures for chassis setup, and tire analysis. 16-bit CAN output available for each sensor. |
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The Techmor website has an area called
TechTalk,
to provide technical background in a few areas. Some of the topics
include: Tire Measurements - Pressure, Heat, and Flex CAN Bus - Demystified Wireless Communications - Magic from Marconi New articles are added occasionally, so check back soon. If you have a topic to request, or report, please contact us. |
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1/4 Car Rig - Full-Bandwidth Hydraulic Rig - Sine, Impulse, Constant Velocity, Variable Freq, Track-Data Playback, Data Logging
Aero Ride Height
Controller - 4 Closed-Loop Actuators, 0.005”
Repeatability, Remotely Operated Shock Absorber Flow Bench – Full, Closed-Loop Pressure and Flow Control, Graphing, Data Analysis Speed Controller – Straight-Line Runs, PID Controller on Throttle-Stop, 0.1mph Holding Accuracy in Windy Conditions End-of-line Test Equipment – Networked with Statistical Process Control Engine Mapping Controller – Dynamometer Runs, Variable Fuel, Phase, Ignition and Intake Tuning, 60% reduction in Mapping Time
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Techmor is always
interested in discussing consulting, custom designs,
partnering opportunities and distribution interests.
Please contact us at
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