SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
At the forefront of Chevalier’s eco-mechatronic design strategy is ensuring sustainable developments at all stages from prototype to series production. Guided by the principle of “Irreducible Minimum”, Chevalier has been successful, through innovation and design; in pushing the boundaries of eco-technology to new levels by introducing unique product solutions that deliver the set objectives with certainty using only the absolute minimum of resources.
For more than two decades, Chevalier has been introducing eco-mechatronic systems that integrate the latest advances in technology and science using just a fraction of the resources conventionally required. At the same time, these systems have always exceeded the feature-function sets associated with the prior art by a sizeable leap.
Multi-function, Single Motor, Power Clinch
& Electrical Release Closure Systems
& Electrical Release Closure Systems
The Chevalier Technology: A Paradigm Shift in System Integration
Revolutionising Efficiency and Functionality
Chevalier technology transforms complex multi-device systems into a single intelligent solution. By consolidating the functions of multiple conventional components into one compact, recyclable unit, it dramatically reduces mechanical and electrical complexity while expanding functionality across the domains of safety, security, and comfort.
Chevalier technology transforms complex multi-device systems into a single intelligent solution. By consolidating the functions of multiple conventional components into one compact, recyclable unit, it dramatically reduces mechanical and electrical complexity while expanding functionality across the domains of safety, security, and comfort.
Where traditional systems may require up to six separate devices, Chevalier technology achieves the same and more with just one.
Conventional Systems: Complexity and Redundancy
Taking the example of a conventional automotive door closure system, it typically comprises:
1. Mechanical latch with associated Bowden cables and mounting hardware.
2. Power clinch actuator with cable harness, connector, and fixings.
3. Electrical release actuator with cable harness, connector, and fixings.
4. Central locking actuator with cable harness, connector, and fixings.
5. Control electronic module with cable harness, connectors, and fixings.
6. One or two door-status microswitches with cable harnesses, connectors, and fixings.
Each of these devices adds to the system’s cost, weight, assembly time, and environmental impact.
Chevalier Technology: Integration Redefined
With Chevalier technology, all six of these discrete devices are replaced by a single, compact, and fully recyclable unit. This innovation not only replicates every existing function found in current systems but also introduces a new generation of advanced capabilities at a fraction of the size, weight, cost, and energy consumption.
The Broader Impact
The full significance of Chevalier technology emerges when considering the global implications of replacing six conventional devices with just one. The advantages extend across the entire value chain:
● Logistics and Operations: Reduced warehousing, packaging, and transportation requirements, along with simplified inventory and supply chain management.
● Materials and Manufacturing: – Substantial reduction in the need for raw materials and manufacturing processes associated with
motors, wiring, plastics, metals, elastomers, fasteners, lubrication, and electronic components.
motors, wiring, plastics, metals, elastomers, fasteners, lubrication, and electronic components.
● Assembly and Integration: Streamlined production lines and simplified vehicle fitment.
● Energy Efficiency: Lower energy consumption across manufacturing, assembly, and lifecycle use.
● Environmental Sustainability: Reduced depletion of natural resources and lower end-of-life recycling demands.
A Technological Leap Forward
The Chevalier innovation represents more than an engineering improvement, it is a comprehensive advancement in design philosophy. By rethinking system architecture from the ground up, Chevalier sets a new benchmark for sustainability, performance, and intelligent integration.
MULTI-DRIVE POWER ACTUATORS
The Chevalier Multi Drive Power Actuators use one single motor to supplant many. This technological advancement is particularly appreciated in today’s drive towards sustainable developments such as: eco-vehicles, weight and energy efficient products, unmanned vehicles and drones, etc.
An example of where the Chevalier Multi-drive can be used to salient advantage is in vehicle and aircraft electric seats. In such an application 3 to 12 sizable motors can be replaced with just one and yet deliver the exact same functionality with added new features.
PRODUCT COMPARISON
PRODUCT COMPARISON
High Performance - Compact Power Actuators
Chevalier provide a range of linear and rotary actuators that offer in a faction of the size, weight and power consumption many times the performance delivered by similar products. Thus, a Chevalier linear actuator weighing circa 80grams can drive a load of 600N which is 6 times that of any similar size actuator on the market today.
