Sensing Components & Systems: Tire Pressure and Brake Temperature Monitoring
Sensing Components & Systems: Tire Pressure and Brake Temperature Monitoring
Tire Pressure and Brake Temperature Monitoring System
Crane SmartStem technology includes passive, wireless sensors which provide accurate and reliable tire pressure and temperature sensing. Combined with either a convenient Hand Held Reader for retrofits or as an enabling sensor for complete on-board systems, SmartStem technology – with over 20,000 sensors delivered – has become the standard for tire pressure monitoring systems.
Save Tire Life, Save Money
Through extensive testing and analysis, Goodyear demonstrated that a mere 5% drop in pressure can result in a 50% drop* in tire carcass life span. The chart below demonstrates the damaging effect of carcass fatigue due to underinflation. It’s a proven fact: properly inflated tires last longer.
Less Weight
Because it’s a wireless system, our TBMS weighs less than other available systems — not just a bit less, but a whopping 60 lbs. less on the B777.
Better Reliability
Crane’s TBMS system takes a wireless reading from our SmartStem(TM) and forwards the data to the cockpit. This allows the system to eliminate all physical connections at the wheel—where conditions can be gritty, dirty and wet—making our system virtually maintenance and trouble free.
Recognized by Boeing
On December 20, 2006, Boeing released SIL 777-SL-32-051 announcing a change to Crane Aerospace & Electronics’ TBMS on all future B777 deliveries. Boeing also advocates three fleet options for retrofitting to our TBMS and SmartStem(TM). In addition, Boeing has chosen Crane Aerospace & Electronics to develop a fully wireless Tire Pressure Monitoring System for their flagship B787.
It’s Time for a Change to TBMS!
To find out how SmartStem(TM) can be used in your application, contact us.
*Source: Goodyear “Aircraft Tire Care and Maintenance Manual,” October 2004 revision.