Bruce Nunnally Posted August 9, 2005 Report Share Posted August 9, 2005 Amerigon's Climate Control Seat (CCS) System Offered as an Option on 2006 Cadillac DTS Tuesday August 9, 7:30 am ET Heated/Cooled Seats Among Luxury Features in New High Performance Sedan DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Amerigon Incorporated (Nasdaq: ARGN - News) today announced that its proprietary Climate Control Seat (CCS) system will be offered as an option in the new 2006 Cadillac DTS sedan expected in showrooms in the Fall. The Cadillac DTS, the replacement for the Cadillac DeVille which has offered CCS since its 2004 model year, will feature Amerigon's latest generation CCS system which incorporates Amerigon's new Micro Thermal Module II (MTM II) technology. The CCS system is the only actively heated and cooled set system currently on the automotive market and also has the distinction of being completely environmentally friendly. The heat pump uses no CFCs or other environmentally-sensitive coolants and is built around a solid-state Thermoelectric Device (TED) that rapidly converts electric current into either heat or cold. MTM II contains a number of enhancements, including advanced thermoelectric technology, a more efficient fan and a redesigned electronic control module. These combined improvements increase the heating and cooling efficiency of CCS and simplifies packaging in vehicle seats. "We are very proud of our relationship with Cadillac," said Amerigon President and CEO Daniel R. Coker. "We also take pride in the inclusion of our CCS system in this all new Cadillac design. We believe this is a powerful statement of support and one more example of the growing recognition of the value enhancing features of CCS. The Cadillac DTS is yet another milestone for Amerigon." About the Climate Control Seat (CCS) System Amerigon's proprietary CCS system significantly enhances individual driver and passenger comfort in virtually all climatic conditions by providing cooling and heating to seat occupants, as desired, using a proprietary solid-state heat pump combined with an active, microprocessor-controlled temperature management system. Ambient air is drawn into the system from the cabin of the vehicle and, based on input from individual seat controls and from temperature sensors built into CCS, the system's advanced heat pump heats or cools the air. The heat pump is built around a highly efficient, solid-state thermoelectric device (TED) that rapidly converts electric current into the desired thermal effect (hot or cold). Bruce 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Follow me on: Twitter Instagram Youtube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaddyChris Posted August 9, 2005 Report Share Posted August 9, 2005 I want one...the ccs system and a new dts...haha. I think they are sharp, the rear is a little plain but I'm sure in person it will be much better. Christopher Petro 94 sts 67 coupe de Ville Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimD Posted August 10, 2005 Report Share Posted August 10, 2005 That CCS system works very well. Add in a heated steering wheel for the coldest mornings and life is good. Jim Drive your car. Use your cell phone. CHOOSE ONE ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDK Posted August 10, 2005 Report Share Posted August 10, 2005 Cool, (pun intended) But how do it work? It just does and the concept is about 170 or so years old ! http://amerigon.com/climate_controlled_seat.php (more than just Caddy's) The basis of our technology is derived from the Peltier Circuit. The Peltier circuit is a thermoelectric device consisting of two sides. When voltage is applied in one direction, one side creates heat while the other side absorbs heat (cooling). Switching polarity of the circuit creates the opposite effect. Amerigon is the first to have successfully packaged this technology for use in automotive seating applications. More Info: Peltier devices, also known as thermoelectric (TE) modules, are small solid-state devices that function as heat pumps. A "typical" unit is a few millimeters thick by a few millimeters to a few centimeters square. It is a sandwich formed by two ceramic plates with an array of small Bismuth Telluride cubes ("couples") in between. When a DC current is applied heat is moved from one side of the device to the other - where it must be removed with a heatsink. The "cold" side is commonly used to cool an electronic device such as a microprocessor or a photodetector. If the current is reversed the device makes an excellent heater. As with any device, TE modules work best when applied properly. They are not meant to serve as room air conditioners. They are best suited to smaller cooling applications, although they are used in applications as large as portable picnic-type coolers. They can be stacked to achieve lower temperatures, although reaching cryogenic temperatures would require great care. They are not very "efficient" and can draw amps of power. This disadvantage is more than offset by the advantages of no moving parts, no Freon refrigerant, no noise, no vibration, very small size, long life, capability of precision temperature control, etc. If you want even more... The Peltier effect is the reverse of the Seebeck effect; a creation of a heat difference from an electric voltage. It occurs when a current is passed through two dissimilar metals or semiconductors (n-type and p-type) that are connected to each other at two junctions (Peltier junctions). The current drives a transfer of heat from one junction to the other: one junction cools off while the other heats up. This effect was observed in 1834 by Jean Peltier, 13 years after Seebeck's initial discovery. When a current I is made to flow through the circuit, heat is evolved at the upper junction (at T2), and absorbed at the lower junction (at T1). The Peltier heat absorbed by the lower junction per unit time, is equal to Where Π is the Peltier coefficient ΠAB of the entire thermocouple, and ΠA and ΠB are the coefficients of each material. P-type silicon typically has a positive Peltier coefficient (though not above ~550 K), and n-type silicon is typically negative. The conductors are attempting to return to the electron equilibrium that existed before the current was applied by absorbing energy at one connector and releasing it at the other. The individual couples can be connected in series to enhance the effect. The direction of heat transfer is controlled by the polarity of the current, reversing the polarity will change the direction of transfer and thus the sign of the heat absorbed/evolved. Add power to leave problems behind. Most braking is just - poor planning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigjayzway Posted August 10, 2005 Report Share Posted August 10, 2005 Now this I need! I can't understand why it hasn't been in Cadillacs since earlier years? Funny we were all discussing this in a conversation just tonight! Big Jay Life is too short to grow up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Nunnally Posted August 10, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2005 The 18 vehicle lines offering CCS are the Lincoln Navigator SUV, Lexus LS 430 luxury sedan, Toyota Celsior luxury sedan, Infiniti M45 luxury sports sedan, Ford Expedition SUV, Lincoln Aviator SUV, Infiniti Q45 luxury sedan, Lincoln LS luxury sedan, Cadillac XLR roadster, Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV, Mercury Monterey minivan, Cadillac DTS luxury sedan, Hyundai Equus luxury sedan, Nissan Cima luxury sedan, Nissan Fuga mid-sized sedan, 2006 Buick Lucerne luxury sedan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr luxury sedan and the Toyota Century luxury limousine. Bruce 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Follow me on: Twitter Instagram Youtube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marika Posted August 10, 2005 Report Share Posted August 10, 2005 Amerigon's Climate Control Seat (CCS) System Offered as an Option on 2006 Cadillac DTS Tuesday August 9, 7:30 am ET Heated/Cooled Seats Among Luxury Features in New High Performance Sedan DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Amerigon Incorporated (Nasdaq: ARGN - News) today announced that its proprietary Climate Control Seat (CCS) system will be offered as an option in the new 2006 Cadillac DTS sedan expected in showrooms in the Fall. The Cadillac DTS, the replacement for the Cadillac DeVille which has offered CCS since its 2004 model year, will feature Amerigon's latest generation CCS system which incorporates Amerigon's new Micro Thermal Module II (MTM II) technology. The CCS system is the only actively heated and cooled set system currently on the automotive market and also has the distinction of being completely environmentally friendly. The heat pump uses no CFCs or other environmentally-sensitive coolants and is built around a solid-state Thermoelectric Device (TED) that rapidly converts electric current into either heat or cold. MTM II contains a number of enhancements, including advanced thermoelectric technology, a more efficient fan and a redesigned electronic control module. These combined improvements increase the heating and cooling efficiency of CCS and simplifies packaging in vehicle seats. "We are very proud of our relationship with Cadillac," said Amerigon President and CEO Daniel R. Coker. "We also take pride in the inclusion of our CCS system in this all new Cadillac design. We believe this is a powerful statement of support and one more example of the growing recognition of the value enhancing features of CCS. The Cadillac DTS is yet another milestone for Amerigon." About the Climate Control Seat (CCS) System Amerigon's proprietary CCS system significantly enhances individual driver and passenger comfort in virtually all climatic conditions by providing cooling and heating to seat occupants, as desired, using a proprietary solid-state heat pump combined with an active, microprocessor-controlled temperature management system. Ambient air is drawn into the system from the cabin of the vehicle and, based on input from individual seat controls and from temperature sensors built into CCS, the system's advanced heat pump heats or cools the air. The heat pump is built around a highly efficient, solid-state thermoelectric device (TED) that rapidly converts electric current into the desired thermal effect (hot or cold). Very nice!!! I especially like the fact that it's environmentally friendly. If you really want to make people safe drivers again then simply remove all the safety features from cars. No more seat belts, ABS brakes, traction control, air bags or stability control. No more anything. You'll see how quickly people will slow down and once again learn to drive like "normal" humans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaddyChris Posted August 10, 2005 Report Share Posted August 10, 2005 The 18 vehicle lines offering CCS are the Lincoln Navigator SUV, Lexus LS 430 luxury sedan, Toyota Celsior luxury sedan, Infiniti M45 luxury sports sedan, Ford Expedition SUV, Lincoln Aviator SUV, Infiniti Q45 luxury sedan, Lincoln LS luxury sedan, Cadillac XLR roadster, Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV, Mercury Monterey minivan, Cadillac DTS luxury sedan, Hyundai Equus luxury sedan, Nissan Cima luxury sedan, Nissan Fuga mid-sized sedan, 2006 Buick Lucerne luxury sedan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr luxury sedan and the Toyota Century luxury limousine. 06 STS? Christopher Petro 94 sts 67 coupe de Ville Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaddyChris Posted August 10, 2005 Report Share Posted August 10, 2005 I just spec'd out an 05 sts and it only has heated seats, whats up with that? I guess 06 is the same...not like I can afford either but... Christopher Petro 94 sts 67 coupe de Ville Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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