Carmakers investigate and implement many technologies to save fuel. Rather than have a hydraulic, belt-driven power steering system, electronic power steering systems with a torque sensor measure the resistance and provided the appropriate amount of assistance and save fuel – as much as 5% reduced fuel consumption.
Based on Hall Effect technology, TT electronics SX-4428 Magnetorque II non-contact steering torque sensor uses less current and is smaller and lighter than existing solutions. The use of a free-floating torque rotor within the device offers infinite rotational life and since the wear out does not occur, this improves reliability and extending product life expectancy compared to previous designs.
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