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VANE METER MAF SENSOR [1 record]

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Record 1 2025-07-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Measuring Instruments (Engineering)
  • Fueling Systems (Motor Vehicles)
CONT

vane meter mass air flow sensor: Also called a flap sensor, it uses a spring-loaded flap that moves with air flow. The flap's movement turns into an electric signal.

Key term(s)
  • vane meter mass airflow sensor

French

Domaine(s)
  • Instruments de mesure (Ingénierie)
  • Alimentation (Véhicules automobiles)
CONT

La quantité d'air aspirée est déterminée à l'aide d'un débitmètre à volet sonde. Le principe est fondé sur la mesure de la force provenant de l'écoulement de l'air aspiré agissant sur un volet-sonde, contrecarré par un ressort de rappel.

Key term(s)
  • débitmètre à volet-sonde

Spanish

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