Formula E meets the ALSONIC Family

May 20, 2024, 4 minute read

Revolutionizing Formula E Racing with Allengra’s Ultrasonic ALSONIC Family, perfectly suited for cooling agent applications and more!

Allengra's ALSONIC Family has a versatile range of applications; they can be used in applications such as Heat Pumps, Drinking Water to measuring the flow of cooling agents in Formula E cars, via Ultrasonic Technology.

Coming in Brass and Plastic that range from DN15 to DN50, these robust flow meters are the ideal candidate for harsh environments that require the up-most precision and response time.

Disadvantages of using a conventional flow meter:

  1. Wear and Tear: These flow meters utilize mechanical moving parts that can wear out over time, reducing the accuracy, increasing maintenance needs and even potential failure during a race.
  2. Accuracy and Precision: Factors such as friction and viscosity changes can create inaccuracies, due to their mechanical components.
  3. Response Time: A slower response time can be attributed to the inertia of the moving parts, where swift adjustments to the flow rates cannot be made in an optimal timeframe.
  4. Size and Weight: Most conventional flow meters tend to be bulkier and heavier due to their mechanical components, a factor that is impactful in a sport where weight is essential.


ALSONIC Plastic and Brass

Advantages of using the ALSONIC series:

  1. No Wear and Tear: By utilizing Ultrasonic Technology, these flow meters do not require the use of moving mechanical parts that can degrade over time; therefore their efficiency is not altered.
  2. Accuracy and Precision: The ALSONIC series provide higher accuracy and precision, due to measuring the flow through sound waves, being less susceptible to the physical or chemical composition of the fluid.
  3. Faster Response Time: A faster response time is provided, because they rely on the time-of-flight principle to calculate the flowrate, thus being a more reliable option for a dynamic environment.
  4. Size and Weight: These flow meters are tailored with a no-dead-space design that can be easily integrated into tight environments. Furthermore, by utilizing no mechanical moving parts, there is a significant weight difference between the ALSONIC series and a conventional flow meter.

A Greener Option in Motorsports

Nowadays with the current climate change situation, environmental impact is an issue that needs to be diminished with every opportunity. Electrical racing vehicles emit zero tailpipe emissions; therefore, they create a more environmentally responsible setting.

Without the use of combustion engines, these cars use lithium-ion batteries for power, that can generate tremendous heat. Using this alternative power source, an issue arises: overheating. Optimal cooling of the components is decisive for extending the battery’s lifespan.

Diethylene Glycol Dibutyl Ether plays a crucial role in the cooling process within Formula E cars that efficiently transfers heat away from critical components, such as the electric motor and battery and Allengra’s ALSONIC series can significantly improve the overall efficiency and lifespan of components.

ALSONIC Additional Features:

        -  Integrated Temperature Sensor

        - Integrated Heat Energy Measurement (optional)

        - Integrated Pressure Sensor (optional)

        - Glycol Compensation

        - Gas Bubble Detection

        - Drinking Water Approval

 

Products

Allengra ALSONIC Plastic

ALSONIC Plastic DN15-DN50

Modular ultrasonic flow sensor made out of high-end plastic material.
Allengra ALSONIC Brass

ALSONIC Brass DN15-DN50

Modular ultrasonic flow sensor made out of brass.