85738 - Advanced Automotive Sensors M

Learning outcomes

Aim of the course is to give a basic preparation, design skills, and understanding the specifications of sensors and measuring systems for automotive applications.

Course contents

1. Introduction to measuring systems and measurement methods

2. Introduction to measurement uncertainty

3. Main temperature measurement techniques and sensors

4. Strain, force and, pressure sensors

5. Other main sensors

6. Focus on measurement techniques and sensors for automotive

Readings/Bibliography

1. Jacob Fraden, "Handbook of Modern Sensors," Fifth Edition, Springher 2016

2. Ramon Pallaá S-Areny and John G. Webster, "Sensors And Signal Conditioning," Second Edition , Wiley 2002

Teaching methods

• Lectures

• Exercises

• LabView laboratory

Assessment methods

Written examination (mandatory) – score up to 30/30

• 1-2 exercise (on sensors and measurement uncertainty)
• 1-2 open question/s
• 3-4 multiple choice questions
• (written examination will be 2 hours)

Laboratory test (optional) – up to + 2 points

• 1 exercise (only one test per year!!!)

Oral examination (optional) – up to ± 2 points

• to be agreed with the Professor by email
• Reserved to students with a written examination score >= 28/30

Teaching tools

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Links to further information

https://dolly.ingmo.unimore.it/2018/course/index.php?categoryid=142

Office hours

See the website of Stefano Cattini