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Obstacle detection sensor system

Mobile Awareness has announced the SE (Sensor Enhancement) version of its SenseStat rear blind spot detection sensor family. The device simultaneously monitors four zones at the rear of a vehicle, indicating the area closest to an object. According to the company, the SenSat SE version is a new design improvement which maximises protection of the sensors while providing greater mounting flexibility and reliability. The current models available in the SE version are the Wireless (MA-ODSS-4M17W-SE), Wired Tru
July 24, 2012 Read time: 2 mins
6272 Mobile Awareness has announced the SE (Sensor Enhancement) version of its SenseStat rear blind spot detection sensor family. The device simultaneously monitors four zones at the rear of a vehicle, indicating the area closest to an object. According to the company, the SenSat SE version is a new design improvement which maximises protection of the sensors while providing greater mounting flexibility and reliability.

The current models available in the SE version are the Wireless (MA-ODSS-4M17W-SE), Wired Truck & Trailer (MA-ODSS-4M17TT-SE) and the Wired Box Truck (MA-ODSS--4M17BT-SE). Common among them are the ability to simultaneously monitor four zones in real-time, an LED display which indicates the direction or location of an obstacle or person, display blanking until reverse gear is engaged and a stop-line adjustment feature. The company says all systems are easily installed in less than an hour on most vehicles and include a laminated user guide (safety instruction card) for easy driver education and reference.

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