Abstract: A rotary variable differential transformer for measuring angular displacement and method of manufacturing the same are provided herein. The rotary variable differential transformer includes a stator configured to house a primary coil configured to receive an alternating current, a first secondary coil electromagnetically coupled to the primary coil, and a second secondary coil electromagnetically coupled to the primary coil. The rotary variable differential transformer also includes a rotor positioned concentrically within the stator. The rotor is configured to receive a shaft and rotate with the shaft while the stator remains stationary. The primary coil is positioned at a first radial position within the stator spaced between about 90 to 150 degrees from each of the first secondary coil and the second secondary coil.

Abstract: An example apparatus, method, and computer program product for detecting thermal runaway in a battery pack are provided. The example apparatus may include a membrane, a light source, and a light sensing diode, disposed within a vent housing. In some embodiments, the membrane may be positioned between a battery compartment, including a battery cell, and an external environment. In some embodiments, the light source and the light sensing diode may be on opposite sides of the membrane. In an instance in which a pressure within the battery compartment exceeds a maximum internal pressure such that the membrane is ruptured, the light sensing diode may receive light from the light source. In some embodiments, receiving light from the light source at the light sensing diode may be an indication of an onset of thermal runaway.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to an angle position sensor system for detecting angle position of a movable member along a defined path comprising: an arc magnet array defining an arc path and configured to be coupled to the movable member. The arc magnet array comprising at least two magnetized pole layers arranged in a spiral pattern and having a tilt angle. A magnetic field sensor disposed proximate to the arc magnet array and movable relative to the magnetic field sensor. The magnetic field sensor configured to generate one or more periodic position signals having N number of periods per arc cycle along the arc path. The magnetic field sensor configured to transmit the one or more periodic position signals to a controller associated with the movable member. The angle position of the movable member is determined based at least in part on the one or more periodic position signals.

Abstract: A rotary variable differential transformer for measuring angular displacement and method of manufacturing the same are provided herein. The rotary variable differential transformer includes a stator configured to house a primary coil configured to receive an alternating current, a first secondary coil electromagnetically coupled to the primary coil, and a second secondary coil electromagnetically coupled to the primary coil. The rotary variable differential transformer also includes a rotor positioned concentrically within the stator. The rotor is configured to receive a shaft and rotate with the shaft while the stator remains stationary. The primary coil is positioned at a first radial position within the stator spaced between about 90 to 150 degrees from each of the first secondary coil and the second secondary coil.

Abstract: A rotary variable differential transformer for measuring angular displacement and method of manufacturing the same are provided herein. The rotary variable differential transformer includes a stator configured to house a primary coil configured to receive an alternating current, a first secondary coil electromagnetically coupled to the primary coil, and a second secondary coil electromagnetically coupled to the primary coil. The rotary variable differential transformer also includes a rotor positioned concentrically within the stator. The rotor is configured to receive a shaft and rotate with the shaft while the stator remains stationary. The primary coil is positioned at a first radial position within the stator spaced between about 90 to 150 degrees from each of the first secondary coil and the second secondary coil.

Abstract: Apparatuses, systems, and methods for sensing rotary positions are provided. For example, an example rotary position sensor includes a rotor assembly having a rotor assembly opening for securing the rotor assembly to a shaft structure, a stator assembly having a stator assembly opening for receiving the shaft structure, and a base assembly secured to the stator assembly. In some examples, the base assembly (such as, but not limited to, a PCB assembly) comprises a plurality of primary coil elements printed on a first side of the base assembly and a plurality of secondary coil elements printed on a second side of the base assembly.

Abstract: A rotary variable differential transformer for measuring angular displacement and method of manufacturing the same are provided herein. The rotary variable differential transformer includes a stator configured to house a primary coil configured to receive an alternating current, a first secondary coil electromagnetically coupled to the primary coil, and a second secondary coil electromagnetically coupled to the primary coil. The rotary variable differential transformer also includes a rotor positioned concentrically within the stator. The rotor is configured to receive a shaft and rotate with the shaft while the stator remains stationary. The primary coil is positioned at a first radial position within the stator spaced between about 90 to 150 degrees from each of the first secondary coil and the second secondary coil.

Abstract: A linear variable displacement transformer (LVDT) position sensor. The position sensor comprises a bobbin, a primary coil of wire wound on the bobbin, a first secondary coil wound in stepped layers on the bobbin, and a second secondary coil wound in stepped layers on the bobbin. The first secondary coil comprises a plurality of booster windings at an end of the first secondary coil. The second secondary coil comprises a plurality of booster windings at an end of the second secondary coil opposite the end of the first secondary coil booster windings. The stepped windings of the second secondary coil are complementary to the stepped windings of the first secondary coil.

Abstract: Apparatus and associated methods relate to a linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) having at least one a flexible element attached to a bobbin, where the bobbin is made from thermoplastic material having a coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) matched to a coil wire of the LVDT. In an illustrative example, the flexible element may include a flexible substrate located between the bobbin and an enclosure of the LVDT. The flexible element provides temperature compensation by absorbing mechanical stresses and/or electro-thermal stresses for the LVDT, while the thermoplastic bobbin provides thermal stability to the LVDT by mitigating breakage of the LVDT coils due to expansion of the bobbin in response to temperature variations.

Abstract: A transformer includes a bobbin, a primary coil, and a pair of secondary coils. The bobbin has an axial bore formed therein. The primary coil is wound on the bobbin and is adapted to be electrically excited with an excitation signal. The secondary coils are disposed adjacent to the primary coil, and are inductively coupled to the primary coil upon electrical excitation of the primary coil. The primary coil is wound on the bobbin such that at least a portion of the primary coil has a cross section shape that is a trapezoid.

Abstract: Embodiments relate generally to an LVDT for use in an actuator to accurately measure the movement and position of the different elements used in stabilization. The LVDT may comprise an amalgamation of a plurality of elements to decrease the total number of elements in the LVDT. For example, the LVDT may comprise a bobbin that is formed to incorporate other elements, such as washers, strain relief elements, etc. Additionally, the enclosure may be enabled to function as the return path for the LVDT. Additionally, the LVDT may comprise elements that provide thermal compensation by relieving stresses imposed on the LVDT. Also, the LVDT may comprise elements that allow for adjusting thermal offset within the LVDT.

Abstract: A linear variable displacement transformer (LVDT) position sensor. The position sensor comprises a bobbin, a primary coil of wire wound on the bobbin, a first secondary coil wound in stepped layers on the bobbin, and a second secondary coil wound in stepped layers on the bobbin. The first secondary coil comprises a plurality of booster windings at an end of the first secondary coil. The second secondary coil comprises a plurality of booster windings at an end of the second secondary coil opposite the end of the first secondary coil booster windings. The stepped windings of the second secondary coil are complementary to the stepped windings of the first secondary coil.

Abstract: A transformer includes a bobbin, a primary coil, and a pair of secondary coils. The bobbin has an axial bore formed therein. The primary coil is wound on the bobbin and is adapted to be electrically excited with an excitation signal. The secondary coils are disposed adjacent to the primary coil, and are inductively coupled to the primary coil upon electrical excitation of the primary coil. The primary coil is wound on the bobbin such that at least a portion of the primary coil has a cross section shape that is a trapezoid.