Aerospace Sensors

AUXITROL AEROSPACE

Aerospace Sensors Division

AUXITROL SA

Centre d'Etudes et de Production

5, allée Charles Pathé

18941 Bourges Cedex

France

Tel : +33 (0)2 48 66 78 78

Fax : +33 (0)2 48 66 78 77

e-mail : dir.plant@auxitrol.com

Customer Support Center e-mail : csc.auxitrol@auxitrol.com

The Aerospace Sensors Division of Auxitrol wide range of temperature sensors, pressure sensors and flow sensors for harsh and demanding environments is amongst the most advanced you will find anywhere in the world. The investment in research and development has ensured that Auxitrol is a world leader in designing innovative solutions for sensors, with the Esterline sensors Group.

The products are designed to meet the rigours and stress of the aerospace industry and are used in the world's leading aircraft and aero engines where unique solutions are required.

Auxitrol research and development departments, as well as testing capability, ensure that we participate in the future of air transportation, when efficiencies and environmental friendliness are even stronger determinants. We have set up extensive research and development means including various simulation tools and specialized test equipment such as an icing wind tunnel.

AUXITROL is also taking part in different pan-European and American research programs and is co-operating with external research organizations to complement its extensive in-house resources. Several product and technology developments in the areas of sensing, monitoring and controls are currently being carried out : flowmeters, infrared spectrometry.

With manufacturing capabilities in sites worldwide (France, USA, Singapore and Russia), we can offer a mix of geographical content to suit global markets. We are compliant to ISO 9001:2000 and produce sensors AS9100A certification, as well as to other world-class military and civilian standards. Our Product Support structure caters to operators and airlines on all continents, where we provide AOG services. Our organization is approved by FAA/JAA authorities and can meet all customers' standard repair requirements.

OUR MAIN CUSTOMERS ARE

Aircraft Manufacturers :

AGUSTAWESTLAND, AIRBUS, BOEING, BOEING HELICOPTER CO., BAE, EADS CASA, DASSAULT AVIATION, , EUROCOPTER, GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE, KAZAN HELICOPTERE, NORTHROP-GRUMMAN.

Aircraft Equipment Manufacturers :

AIRCRAFT BRAKING SYSTEMS, ELEB, HONEYWELL, INSTITUTE 608 OF AVIC, INSTITUTE 614 OF AVIC, LABINAL, LIEBHERR AEROSPACE, MESSIER BUGATTI, MICROTECNICA, PARKER BERTEA AEROSPACE, THALES, WOODWARD.

Engines :

AEROSILA, AVIADVIGATEL, FIAT AVIO, GE AIRCRAFT ENGINES, HAL, HONEYWELL, IHI, ITP, KLIMOV, MAN GHH BORSIG, MTU, MHI, ROLLS-ROYCE, SNECMA, TURBOMECA, TRW LUCAS, PRATT & WHITNEY.

Active Sensors Ltd

Unit 12, Wilverley Road

Christchurch, Dorset

BH23 3RU

United Kingdom

Tel +44 (0)1202 480620

Fax +44 (0)1202 480664

Active Sensors has for many years developed and manufactured a wide range of aerospace sensors, RVDT rotary sensors and linear position sensors and related products for motion control and measurement systems. We specialise in contactless and potentiometer technology to produce sensor specifications to the highest quality and performance standards.

Active Sensors offer hundreds of custom design solutions for individual commercial and military control and measurement applications.

Flight Control Actuators

Engine Control Systems

Cockpit Controls

Missile Guidance

Active Sensors manufacture LVDT sensors to quality standards required for aircraft and high performance military control systems. Our selection of advanced materials and our superior manufacturing techniques ensure superior sensor stability, accuracy and repeatability in the most hostile of environments.

Our precision layer winding techniques, which have been developed over many years of manufacture are standard practice in all our LVDT designs. These winding techniques provide the necessary environmental protection required to avoid dielectric breakdown and to produce electrical output stability under vibration, acceleration, mechanical and thermal shock.

Active Sensors LVDT sensor designs are robust in construction, consisting of TIG welded sealed housings and fully encapsulated internal electrical connections. We have developed our sensor technology by the selection of the highest-grade materials, coupled with the most rigorous environmental testing.

Our position as industry leaders in sensor design and manufacture provides engineering solutions for flight control and engine systems, missile applications and high performance military control systems. We deliver cost competitive sensors with unmatched performance.

Active Sensors manufacture RVDT rotary sensors to quality standards required for aircraft and high performance military control systems. Our selection of advanced materials and our superior manufacturing techniques ensure superior sensor stability, accuracy and repeatability in the most hostile of environments.

These RVDT's (Rotary Variable Differential Transformers) have the same high reliability features as the LVDT except additionally are angular position sensors. They are used in many applications including flight data acquisition and servo control.

Our precision winding techniques, which have been developed over many years of manufacture, are standard practice in all our RVDT designs. These winding techniques provide the necessary environmental protection required to avoid dielectric breakdown and to produce the electrical output stability required for vibration shock accelerometers, inertial accelerometers, mechanical and thermal shock.

Active Sensors RVDT sensor designs are robust in construction, consisting of TIG welded sealed housings and fully encapsulated internal electrical connections. We have developed our sensor technology by the selection of the highest-grade materials, coupled with the most rigorous environmental testing.

Our position as industry leaders in sensor design and manufacture provides engineering solutions for flight control systems and engine control systems, missile applications and high performance military control systems. We deliver cost competitive aerospace sensors with unmatched performance.

The CPL series of high temperature conductive plastic linear potentiometers have been designed to perform in the most severe of environmental conditions. The CPL sensor provides precision measurement, reliability and quality. The multi-fingered precious metal electrical contacts, combined with Active Sensors unique hardwearing 'thick track' technology provide unparalleled levels of reliability coupled with long operational life. The CPL range is manufactured utilizing stainless steel and aluminium for sensor durability, providing excellent vibration and shock performance.

Supplied in two body sizes 9.5mm and 13mm, the sensor has various measurement lengths up to 75mm (3"), and can be supplied to a customised specification to suit application requirements i.e. environmental sealing, shaft configuration and twin outputs on a common shaft.

Our position as industry leaders in sensor design and manufacture provides engineering solutions for flight control systems and engine control systems, missile applications and high performance military control systems. We deliver cost competitive sensors with unmatched performance.

The RP series of high temperature conductive plastic rotary potentiometers have been designed to perform in the most severe of environmental conditions. The RP sensor provides precision measurement, reliability and quality. The multi-fingered precious metal electrical contacts, combined with Active Sensors unique hardwearing 'thick track' technology provide unparalleled levels of reliability coupled with long operational life. The RP range has precision set stainless steel ball race 'shaft bearings' that provide excellent vibration and shock performance throughout the life of the potentiometer.

Supplied in standard synchro sizes 09 & 11, the sensor has various measurement angles up to 350 degrees, and can be supplied to a customised specification to suit application requirements i.e. environmental sealing, shaft configuration and multi-ganged outputs on a common shaft.