Observant M2 Engine Controller

Description

The Observant M2 was designed to offer local and remote control as a retrofit to diesel and gasoline engines. Typically these engines would drive equipment such as pumps and generators. The M2 connects to raw engine connections such as fuel solenoids, RPM sensors and starter motors. RS485 communications allow connection to an Observant telemetry platform (eg. C3), remote control and monitoring on the engine is then realised.

Constructed from powdercoated sheet steel the M2 was designed to survive an environment typically high in vibration and petroleum contaminants. Featuring a removable door containing the electronics heart, and enough wiring box room for even the most complicated installations. Finished with standard electrical conduit glands (like all of Observant's product line).

The electronics of the M2 are comprised of a mixture of specialist IO (for the likes of typical automotive sensors), high current relays, fuses and a latching emergency stop button.

For

While in the employ of Observant

Involvement

• Whole product concept
• Product mock-ups and prototyping
• Detailed electronics design and PCB layout
• Low-level firmware (HPLs)
• Detailed mechanical design including cut, folded and welded sheetmetal
• Production documentation, sourcing and support

Status

In production until 2012

*Images courtesy Observant