Bosch C 60 Manual page 162

Lap Trigger System
Lap Trigger (Timing Beacon)
Why do we need a lap trigger (timing beacon)?
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Vehicle lap time measurement
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Calculation of lap-dependent functions (lap fuel consumption, min/max values)
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Calculation of lap distance dependent functions
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Control of data logging system
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System consists of
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Transmitter (trackside unit)
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Receiver (in-vehicle unit)
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Types of systems
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GPS based (low cost, low precision)
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IR based (low cost, high precision, limited reliability)
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RF (microwave) based (high precision, high reliability)
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Motorsport
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Lap Trigger
Transmitter
Lap Trigger
Receiver