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What are the main types of sensors used in automobiles?
Answer
Main automotive sensor types include: Position sensors (throttle, crankshaft, camshaft), Speed sensors (wheel speed, vehicle speed), Pressure sensors (MAP, fuel, tire, brake), Temperature sensors (coolant, air, exhaust), Oxygen/lambda sensors (emissions control), Mass airflow sensors (engine management), Acceleration sensors (airbag, stability control), and Vision sensors (cameras, radar, lidar for ADAS). Each converts physical quantities into electrical signals for ECU processing.
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