Media

July 26, 2018
Measuring torque on a Shaft
In this iNote Jon from Intertechnology Inc.  shows a technique to mark the shaft surface for strain gage orientation and alignment. Dual element shear  strain gage sensors such as the...
July 16, 2018
THE RIGHT LEADWIRE FOR MY STRAIN SENSOR
Learn how leadwire selection can eliminate downtime, reduce and increase your strain measurement productivity. As we all know leadwire directly affects service life, fatigue and performance of any...
July 12, 2018
Bulk Metal® Foil Strain Gauge TCR Performance
Precision strain gages built on MM's unique Bulk Metal® Foil technology provide very low temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR) and exceptional long-term stability even in extreme...
July 12, 2018
Improving Strain Measurement Quality with Signal Conditioning
Did you know that proper signal conditioning is critical in getting an accurate measurement of any signal. It is the first step of computerized data acquisition. Signal Conditioning Systems: High-...
June 28, 2018
Data Acquisition (DAQ) - 10 Million samples per second.
The 5800 is a data acquisition and recording system with high performance, dual-mode signal conditioning. It is typically used for recording transient data in harsh physical environments as would be...
June 26, 2018
Combined Bending and Axial Force - A Beginner's Guide to Advanced Sensors Technology
In this iLearn video, Donielle shows how to use Advanced Sensors technology strain gages  to measure bending and axial forces. Greater sensitivity and resolution are possible when a full-bridge...
June 11, 2018
WHAT HAPPENS AT THE YIELD POINT? (ELASTIC-PLASTIC DEFORMATION)
Reversible Deformation vs. Irreversible Deformation. Experimental stress analysis (ESA) of structural materials sometimes requires testing to complete failure. In such cases, particularly with...
June 8, 2018
Strain Gauge Installation Tutorial (British Version Vs. American Version)
How hard is it to install a foil strain gage sensor? With practice, installing strain gage sensors becomes a routine operation.  It does require meticulous attention to detail and strictly...
June 7, 2018
How to Convert A Structure Into A Load Cell?
Getting Started with a Strain Gauge Load Cell (DIY) A load cell is a transducer (physical element) that converts mechanical force into electrical signal. There are several different types of load...
June 7, 2018
What Is Common Between Strain, Marshmallow and a Strain Gage?
Is the bridge I cross during my commute in danger of falling down? Will an earthquake crumble my office? Will that airplane actually fly? Are you stressed? These are just a few of the...