Aviation Resistance temperature detector GWR-1

GWR-1 Military Aviation Pressure Sensor: Ultra-Fast Response for Flight-Critical Systems

The YM GWR-1 Military Aviation Pressure Sensor represents the forefront of high-speed pressure monitoring technology, engineered for flight-critical aerospace and unmanned systems. Designed with an ultra-fast response time of ≤3ms, this sensor provides real-time pressure data essential for dynamic engine control, flight stability systems, and rapid-response safety mechanisms in drones, aircraft engines, and advanced propulsion platforms. Its combination of speed, precision, and military-grade durability makes it indispensable for applications where millisecond-level data latency can define performance and safety margins.

 

Technical Specifications

The GWR-1's specifications are defined by its need for speed and unwavering reliability in the most demanding operational environments.

High-Speed Performance & Electrical Parameters

• Ultra-Fast Action Time: Industry-leading response time of ≤3ms, enabling capture of rapid pressure transients critical for real-time control loops.
• Coil Power Efficiency: Operates on low power consumption of (0.3~0.43)W, ideal for sensitive avionics power systems.
• Contact Load & Lifespan: Rated for 1A at 28V DC resistive load, with a high-reliability lifecycle of 1x10⁷ operations.
• Low Contact Resistance: Maintains excellent signal integrity with initial contact resistance ≤50mΩ.
• Incentive Pulse Width: Designed to actuate reliably with a control pulse as short as (10～50) ms.

Environmental Robustness & Integrity

• High Dielectric Strength: Withstands 500V_r.m.s. (50Hz) at normal atmospheric pressure and 250V_r.m.s. under low pressure, ensuring electrical isolation.
• Superior Insulation Resistance: Exceeds 500MΩ initially and remains above 50MΩ after endurance testing.
• Aerospace-Grade Sealing: Hermetically sealed with a maximum leakage rate of ≤1x10^-3 Pa·cm³/s, guaranteeing integrity in fuel, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Minimal Weight Impact: Weighs <3 grams, contributing negligibly to the strict weight budgets of aircraft and high-performance drones.

Product Features & Core Advantages

Incorporating the precision engineering principles of YM's Polarized Relay and Military Metal Sealing Relay lines, the GWR-1 delivers unmatched performance for time-sensitive applications.

Designed for Uncompromising Speed and Reliability

• Unmatched Response Speed (≤3ms): This critical feature allows control systems to react to pressure changes almost instantaneously, essential for preventing compressor stall in jet engines or enabling agile flight maneuvers in UAVs.
• Military-Platform Durability: Built to the same rigorous standards as our Military Metal Relay series, it survives extreme vibration, shock, and thermal cycling encountered in fighter aircraft and high-performance drones.
• Precision Signal Integrity: Low and stable contact resistance ensures the accuracy of the measured signal is maintained from the sensor to the data acquisition unit, similar to the signal fidelity required in PCB Signal Relay applications.
• Zero-Leakage Assurance: Advanced hermetic sealing technology prevents any media leakage, protecting both the sensor's internal electronics and the surrounding system from contamination or failure.

How to Integrate the GWR-1 for High-Speed Applications: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. System Bandwidth Analysis: Confirm that your data acquisition (DAQ) system and control loop can handle the ≤3ms sensor update rate. The sensor's speed must be matched by the rest of the system to be fully utilized.
2. Optimized Mechanical Installation: Mount the sensor as close as possible to the measurement point to minimize signal latency caused by long pneumatic or hydraulic lines. Ensure a rigid, vibration-resistant mounting.
3. Low-Noise Electrical Integration: Use shielded cabling and proper grounding techniques to protect the high-speed signal from electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is crucial in electrically noisy environments near engines or Industrial Power Relays.
4. High-Speed DAQ Configuration: Configure your DAQ system with an appropriate sampling rate (significantly higher than 333 Hz to capture the ≤3ms response) and filter settings to accurately interpret the fast sensor output.
5. Dynamic Calibration & Validation: Perform calibration not only for static accuracy but also for dynamic response using a pressure source capable of generating step changes, verifying the ≤3ms response time under simulated operational conditions.

Application Scenarios

The GWR-1's unique speed makes it the sensor of choice for the most dynamic and demanding pressure monitoring challenges.

• High-Performance Aircraft & Jet Engines: Critical for monitoring dynamic pressure in compressor stages, bleed air systems, and afterburner fuel control, where rapid pressure spikes must be detected and managed instantly.
• Agile Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs) & Racing Drones: Provides essential real-time data for flight control systems during high-G maneuvers, rapid altitude changes, and in complex propulsion systems.
• Advanced Aerospace Testing & Research: Used in wind tunnels, combustion test stands, and shock tube experiments where capturing transient pressure phenomena is key to research and development.
• Next-Generation Automotive & Motorsport: Applied in development of turbocharged engines, hydrogen fuel cell systems, and active suspension, where rapid pressure feedback is needed for optimal performance, akin to the control speed provided by advanced Solid State Relays.

Value for Procurement Teams & System Architects

Integrating the GWR-1 provides a clear competitive edge in system performance and capability.

• Enable Next-Generation System Performance: The ≤3ms response time unlocks the potential for more aggressive control algorithms, higher efficiency, and enhanced safety margins that are impossible with slower sensors.
• Reduce Development Risk for Advanced Platforms: Provides a reliable, proven solution for capturing critical dynamic data, de-risking the development of new engines, flight control systems, and high-speed vehicles.
• Maximize Data Fidelity for R&D: Delivers accurate, high-speed data that is essential for validating computational fluid dynamics (CFD) models and understanding complex transient phenomena.
• Source from a High-Reliability Partner: Procure this critical component from YM, a manufacturer with deep expertise in precision components ranging from Latching Relays for state retention to specialized sensors for dynamic measurement.

Certifications, Compliance & Customization

Engineered to Meet Stringent Standards

YM's design and manufacturing processes target compliance with the performance and reliability requirements critical for aerospace and defense applications. We work with customers to provide the necessary support for their qualification and certification pathways.

Customization Options (OEM/ODM)

For projects with unique requirements, YM offers extensive customization to tailor the GWR-1's capabilities:

• Speed-Optimized Variants: Further tuning of the response time or frequency response for specific dynamic measurement needs.
• Enhanced Environmental Hardening: Special coatings, materials, or construction techniques for operation in extreme temperatures, corrosive media, or very high vibration levels.
• Electrical Interface Specialization: Custom output formats (e.g., amplified analog, digital bus like SPI/I2C), connector types, or integrated signal processing.
• Form Factor Adaptation: Modifications to housing size, shape, or mounting configuration to fit constrained spaces in advanced propulsion systems or airframes.

Precision Manufacturing for High-Speed Performance

Producing a sensor with ≤3ms response requires exceptional precision and control at every stage of manufacturing.

1. Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) Fabrication: The high-speed sensing element is typically a precision MEMS device, fabricated in a cleanroom environment to ensure minimal inertial mass and optimal dynamic response.
2. High-Frequency Signal Path Assembly: The internal electrical connections and PCB Board Relay-grade circuitry are designed and assembled to preserve high-frequency signal integrity, minimizing electrical latency.
3. Dynamic Calibration & Testing: Every unit undergoes dynamic calibration using specialized equipment that can generate and measure pressure steps, directly verifying the ≤3ms response time specification.
4. Environmental Stress Screening (ESS): Units are subjected to vibration, thermal shock, and lifecycle testing to ensure the high-speed performance is maintained under the stress of real-world operating conditions.
5. Final Validation & Data Logging: A comprehensive data log for each sensor, including its dynamic response curve and static calibration points, is generated to provide full traceability and performance verification.