Rheinmetall Secures Major Order for Advanced Sensor Cleaning Pumps in Autonomous Vehicle Market Expansion
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has received a multimillion-euro order from a major German automaker to supply its electric vapor pumps, which have been innovatively adapted for sensor cleaning in autonomous vehicles. Initially developed for emissions control, this technology now ensures that high-precision sensors remain clean and functional in diverse conditions, crucial for autonomous driving safety and reliability. The pumps will be used in vehicles in North American and European markets, with two additional contracts expected soon. Rheinmetall’s technology aims to support the growth of autonomous driving across multiple industries.
(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 13-Nov-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Rheinmetall has secured a new contract from a prominent German automotive manufacturer for the supply of its advanced electric vapor pumps, valued in the low double-digit million-euro range. This order represents a significant evolution of Rheinmetall’s electric vapor pump technology, initially developed to enhance fuel combustion and reduce emissions, now adapted to meet the demands of high-precision sensor cleaning systems in autonomous driving applications. The adapted pump will be deployed in autonomous vehicle models slated for North American and European markets, with additional contracts anticipated within six months.
Produced at the Pierburg plant in Kunshan, China, Rheinmetall’s enhanced vapor pump efficiently dries sensor surfaces after cleaning, ensuring optimal sensor function and stability across diverse conditions. The pump, designed for durability, operates automatically within the sensor cleaning system, allowing vehicles to maintain clear sensor vision without manual intervention, thus bolstering the reliability and safety of autonomous driving technologies.
The high-performance sensors integral to autonomous driving—from GPS/IMU systems for positioning, to LIDAR and cameras mapping and reading road conditions—require consistent cleanliness for precision and safety. This cleaning technology is critical to prevent issues from pollutants like dust and oil, which can compromise sensor accuracy in variable environments. Rheinmetall’s product also features two magnetic valves to control air and water flow onto the sensors, ensuring comprehensive cleaning.
As the autonomous vehicle sector grows, so does the demand for reliable sensor maintenance systems across logistics, public transport, and ride-sharing. Rheinmetall expects significant market opportunities for its advanced solutions in supporting the progression of autonomous driving and next-generation mobility applications.
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