Design and Manufacture of Automotive Pressure Sensors

Abstract: Design and manufacturing methodologies for automotive pressure sensors to create robust sensors for this demanding environment. Material property selection and circuit design principles are covered. Cost sensitive designs that meet the range of automotive specifications and requirements are discussed. Analyzing defective units and manufacturing fallout as a tool to improving the design and manufacturing process.

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Keywords: automotive pressure sensors, piezoresistive, PRT, environment, temperature, specification, transducer, automotive, pressure Jul 22, 2002
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APPLICATION NOTE 762
Design and Manufacture of Automotive Pressure Sensors


Abstract: Design and manufacturing methodologies for automotive pressure sensors to create robust sensors for this demanding
environment. Material property selection and circuit design principles are covered. Cost sensitive designs that meet the range of
automotive specifications and requirements are discussed. Analyzing defective units and manufacturing fallout as a tool to
improving the design and manufacturing process.

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