Torque sensor system with integrated electrical connectors
US8423249B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01L3/102
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A torque sensor system for a transmission and other powertrain components in a motor vehicle includes a receiver and a transmitter. The receiver is operable to induce and detect a signal from the transmitter that is indicative of a torque load on the transmitter. The receiver is cylindrical and has an outer surface with a maximum, constant diameter. The outer surface defines one or more fluid transfer grooves and a docking port for an electrical connection. The fluid transfer groove and the docking port do not extend beyond the maximum outer diameter of the outer surface. Therefore, the receiver is capable of being press-fit within a component and is capable of routing fluid flow. An electrical connector is fed through an access hole and connects with the receiver.
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