Tire temperature sensors provide useful data about how the tire reacts to the track we are testing on. These sensors allow us to analyze the wear on different parts of a tire by tracking the heat. This new member project will involve the research and implementation of a tire temperature sensor for mk8 testing. By analyzing the tire temperature data in different testing environments, we will be able to optimize our suspension and wheels and steering setup for a given course to ensure we are getting the most out of the tire, with even wear. (heat uniform across the tire).
Model
Build Log
5-2-23: Fracture along the bend closest to the suspension
4-19-23: Test Fit
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References
Design protocols
hermeticity
SENSORS
tire temperature sensor fsae google search
tire temperature sensor fsae
🔍 TMS-4: Tyre Temperature & Pressure Monitor | PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Lateral sensing with IMC Technology | Melexis
- MLX90640
MLX90640 FIR Sensor - digikey
https://www.mouser.com/c/?marcom=145139989
MLX90640 Far Infrared Thermal Sensor - Melexis | Mouser
Far Infrared Thermal Sensor Array (32x24 RES) I Melexis
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSZ3GGDusTk\&t=38s
https://www.melexis.com/en/product/EVB90640-41/Evaluation-Board-MLX90640-MLX90641
MLX Sensor 3D models
melexis 90640 housing
MLX90614 Distance to Spot Ratio | Create Makers
Distance to Spot https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256801183658598.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt&_randl_shipto=US
REDDIT
IR tyre temp sensors : r/FSAE
Tire Temperature Sensor - Formula SAE
PAPERS
Tyre Models in Multibody Vehicle Simulations - Claytex
Tech Explained: Formula 1 Tyre Model Development - Racecar Engineering
Tire Model with Temperature Effects for Formula SAE Vehicle
(PDF) Tire Model with Temperature Effects for Formula SAE Vehicle
Tuning Tires - Tracking tire temperatures and tuning your setup accordingly can pay dividends on the racetrack - NASA Speed News Magazine
https://www.millikenresearch.com/Contents_Round9.pdf
ENCLOSURE
3D Printed Enclosures Made EASY!
3D Printed Project Enclosure/Box with Lid (no screws needed)
- HEAT SET INSERTS
Heat-Set Threaded Inserts (M2.5 Threads) - Maker Tech Store
ShineNow Threaded Inserts
https://www.mcmaster.com/94459A439/
ACESSORIES
Molex Connector Part Number - 43650-0400
Molex Connector Part Number - 43645-0400
I2C protocol
What Is…I2C?
Serial bus
CAD
unable to export model (“body has null shape”) · Issue #798 · GitHub