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April 4, 2017
We’ve added a new content category to StrainBlog! At the top of this page, please note the addition of ‘GALLERY’. Here you will find photos of strain gage applications...
March 30, 2017
Consumers expect a quality product, but today, reliability of electronics devices is increasingly related to our safety. Considering the recent developments of self-driving vehicles, Internet of...
March 28, 2017
When testing materials with very low modulus of elasticity or when manufacturing very low capacity load cells or other transducers, the localized reinforcement created by the strain gage sensor...
March 23, 2017
Using strain gages for purposes other than measuring in engineering units of strain is very common. In fact, the question is often asked, "How do I wire strain gages in a full-bridge so...
March 21, 2017
Small gage wire and cable are typically used in strain gage applications, especially when the wire is attached to the gage tabs or to terminals very close to the strain gage. 30 AWG to 22 AWG...
March 16, 2017
Titanium is a very useful structural material. Having properties of high strength, light weight, and high temperature capability, it is often the subject of strain measurements for design...
March 14, 2017
The Challenge
The use of a computer simulation model has been invaluable for designing the suspension components on the Formula SAE racecar. The model uses the known geometry and weight...
March 9, 2017
n this iNotes Video Presentation, Keval shows how strain gages and a Micro-Measurements P3 Strain Indicator and Recorder were used to construct a torque wrench. Strain gages are often used to...
March 7, 2017
In this iNotes Video Presentation, Keval explains how material heat sink properties and strain gage resistance together form a limit to maximum useful bridge excitation voltage. Having the the...
March 2, 2017
How hot should I set my soldering iron when soldering to strain gages?
One of the quickest ways to ruin a good strain gage sensor installation is by using a soldering iron that is too hot and/or...
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