Abstract:
A force measurement element measures an introduced force by means of a double flexural beam and a displacement sensor. The double flexural beam makes possible a double spring shape that makes possible an optimization with regard to elongation distribution.
Abstract:
A force measurement element measures an introduced force by means of a double flexural beam and a displacement sensor. The double flexural beam makes possible a double spring shape that makes possible an optimization with regard to elongation distribution.
Abstract:
A high-temperature pressure sensor that includes a dielectric layer. The pressure sensor also includes a substrate capable of withstanding temperatures greater than 450° C. without entering a phase change, at least one semiconducting material deposited on the sapphire substrate, and a silicon dioxide layer deposited over the semiconducting material. One aspect of the pressure sensor includes a second semiconducting material.
Abstract:
With a measurement method and a measurement device for the measurement of a path covered by a first object (1) in relation to a second object (2), a measurement body (3) is deformed by a relative movement of the objects and at least a first deformation sensor (4) assigned to the measurement body (3) converts the measurement body (3) deformation into a measurement signal. The measurement signal is converted by an evaluation device (20) into information on the path covered. In order to increase the precision and measurement speed in a way that is simple structurally and saves space, the measurement signal is emitted when an area of the measurement body (3) is stretched along the longitudinal axis (6) of the measurement body (3) and a further area is compressed along the longitudinal axis (6) of the measurement body (3).
Abstract:
A load detecting vehicle seat assembly includes a discrete strain gage mounting plate having a specified flatness to produce desired strain gage performance. The strain gage mounting plate is disposed between a strain gage and a vehicle seat component, such as a cushion frame, so that vehicle seat loading is transferred to the strain gage through the mounting plate. The strain gage may be mounted with a central portion secured to a lower vehicle seat component and outward portions secured to an upper vehicle seat component such that only the outward portions of the strain gage contact the strain gage mounting plate, which has a controlled flatness tolerance to produce desired strain gage performance.
Abstract:
A circuit board, which includes one or more sensors, is integrated in a fluid control device, such as a valve manifold and a base plate. The fluid control device selectively directs a fluid used to control pneumatic or hydraulic equipment. The sensors are used to measure physical characteristics of the fluid, such as flow rate, pressure, and temperature. A flow sensor includes a paddle and a support member. The paddle is disposed at least partially in an orifice and is displaced in response to fluid flow. The support member positions the paddle in the orifice and includes a plurality of strain gauges. The strain gauges are disposed on only one side of the support member and are mechanically stressed in response to the paddle being displaced by the fluid flow.
Abstract:
An ultrananocrystalline diamond (UNCD) element formed in a cantilever configuration is used in a highly sensitive, ultra-small sensor for measuring acceleration, shock, vibration and static pressure over a wide dynamic range. The cantilever UNCD element may be used in combination with a single anode, with measurements made either optically or by capacitance. In another embodiment, the cantilever UNCD element is disposed between two anodes, with DC voltages applied to the two anodes. With a small AC modulated voltage applied to the UNCD cantilever element and because of the symmetry of the applied voltage and the anode-cathode gap distance in the Fowler-Nordheim equation, any change in the anode voltage ratio V1/V2 required to maintain a specified current ratio precisely matches any displacement of the UNCD cantilever element from equilibrium. By measuring changes in the anode voltage ratio required to maintain a specified current ratio, the deflection of the UNCD cantilever can be precisely determined. By appropriately modulating the voltages applied between the UNCD cantilever and the two anodes, or limit electrodes, precise independent measurements of pressure, uniaxial acceleration, vibration and shock can be made. This invention also contemplates a method for fabricating the cantilever UNCD structure for the sensor.
Abstract:
A draft force sensor includes a generally C-shaped member formed by a beam and a pair of lugs which both project to one side of the beam. Coupling holes are located in each lug and the centers of the holes are off-set from the centerline of the beam. One end of a flexible strap is fixed to one lug and the other end of the flexible strap is adjustably attached to the other lug. Alternatively, both ends of the flexible strap may be coupled to the lugs by adjustable support devices which are pivotally connected to the beam. The strap is curved and concave in a direction facing the beam and is biased to urge the supports and the lugs away from each other. A displacement transducer is mounted between the beam and the central portion of the strap. The displacement transducer senses the change of distance from the beam to the "arch" of the strap and generates an electrical signal indicative of the force on the ends of the C-shaped member.
Abstract:
A mass and force meter comprising, a frame, a load support connected to said frame; a measuring system comprising two dynamometers, a reference base and a force input; a load spring mounted between said frame and said load support, and a measuring spring mounted between said load support and said force input, said load spring being at least ten times stronger than said measuring spring, said load spring and said measuring spring eliminating partly or completely force-reducing lever systems in mass meters and allowing, if required, the linearization of non-linear characteristics of several components of the meter.
Abstract:
A load cell comprising a cantilever member constructed of a plurality of spaced apart elongated members, the spacing between which and the number of which may be varied to adjust the sensitivity of the load cell, means for applying a load to the free end of the cantilever member, means for stopping the cantilever member within the elastic limit thereof, indicator means for indicating the magnitude of the force in accordance with the deflection of the free end of the cantilever member with the force applied thereto which may be electrical in the form of a linear voltage differential transformer or mechanical in the form of a scale, and a pivoted indicator arm, the pivoting of which is produced by gravity and is limited by a pin movable in accordance with the deflection of the free end of the cantilever member, which pin is movable longitudinally of the cantilever member to adjust the calibration of the scale.