A Collaboration for the Practical Seminar Eurosensor and Gymnasium Hohenschwangau

Technology Meets Education: Eurosensor is excited to have entered into an exciting collaboration with students from Gymnasium Hohenschwangau. As part of a school-based practical project, students Max, Lars, and Mikhail had the opportunity to work with the Euro XPK angle sensor. This innovative component is used in the motorsport industry for high-precision position measurement and provides students with valuable insights into modern sensor technology.

Hands-on Learning with the Euro XPK

The Euro XPK is a contactless angle sensor specifically designed for motorsport applications. Its compact design and high precision make it ideal for use in demanding environments. For the project at Gymnasium Hohenschwangau, the sensor was used to simulate a steering system.

The collaboration was established as part of a practical seminar for 11th-grade students. The group had several topics to choose from and decided on "Physics: Sensors in Everyday Life." Since they were also interested in motorsports and Eurosensor is a well-known provider of motorsport sensors, they reached out to us to see if we could support them in their practical project at the end of the seminar.

The students explained:
"Since we want to simulate a steering wheel, we attached the magnet to a rotating rod to mimic the steering motion."

Through this hands-on approach, the students gain a deeper understanding of how sensors work and their real-world applications.

Interactive Presentation with SparkVUE

In addition to setting up their experiment, the three students also planned an interactive presentation of their project.
"For our presentation, we want the other students to turn the steering wheel. The movements will be recorded via the SparkVUE app and visually displayed in a clear and engaging way."

This visualization enables an effective demonstration of the measurement data, making theoretical concepts more tangible. This not only helps convey knowledge but also inspires enthusiasm for technology.

Conclusion: A Win-Win for Both Sides

Through the practical application of the Euro XPK sensor, the 11th-grade students of Gymnasium Hohenschwangau were able to deepen their knowledge in the fields of sensor technology, measurement engineering, and data analysis.

The school’s practical seminar is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore their interests, develop new skills, and gain a deeper understanding of technical concepts within an academic framework. We are delighted to have been part of this project and to have helped the students enhance their knowledge of how processes work in a car or motorsport vehicle.