- Intelligent all-in-one solution for external cleaning
- Keeps windshields, sensors and cameras mud- and dust-free for safe driving
- Efficient, on-demand dosage of cleaning fluid keeps costs and weight low
This approach showcases how an intelligent, integrated control system can efficiently target different zones of the vehicle’s exterior with cleaning fluid. In addition to sensors for highly automated and autonomous driving, this also includes the conventional parts that might need cleaning, such as the headlights and the front and rear windshields. This digital concept offers a rapid response as well as controlled fluid dosage, precise pressure regulation of the pump and an overriding Master Cleaning Management. Also, special attention was given to keeping energy consumption low during development in order to strain the car’s power supply as little as possible.
To supply the different zones with exactly the amount of water they need, the AACS is able to regulate the flow rates individually. An integrated thermal management optimizes the water temperature for additional benefits, such as higher water availability and enhanced cleaning effect. This means that less water has to be used and the tank lasts longer on a single filling.
In addition, the system monitors the liquid level within the tank using an integrated sensor. This allows it to intelligently prioritize the different zones based on their importance for safety and supply them accordingly. In this way, the AACS enables the highest possible driving safety while also enhancing comfort – the driver only has a single water tank to refill.
Röchling Automotive experts are looking forward to discussing the benefits of the Automotive AACS with you in hall 6.0, booth B10 at the IAA.
