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  • The Basics of Accelerometers
    Article - 7 Apr 2014
    An accelerometer is a sensor used to measure the proper acceleration of an object, by calculating the displacement of mass.
  • Taking Strain Gauge Measurements
    Article - 4 Apr 2014
    A strain gauge is a device that shows variable electrical resistance when exposed to external forces or strain.
  • Motion Detectors - Working Principles and Applications
    Article - 24 Oct 2013
    Motion can be detected through various means such as infrared, sound, and vibration. Motion detectors are primarily used for detecting moving objects (especially people), and gathering data regarding...
  • What are Fiber Optic Sensors?
    Article - 5 Oct 2013
    Fiber optic sensors are fiber-based devices that use optical fibers to detect certain quantities such as mechanical strain or temperature, concentrations of chemical species, acceleration, rotations,...
  • How Do Tilt Sensors Work?
    Article - 30 Sep 2013
    A tilt sensor is an instrument that is used for measuring the tilt in two axes of a reference plane in two axes. Tilt sensors measure the tilting position with reference to gravity and are used in a...
  • Applications and the Working Principle of Piezoelectric Accelerometers
    Article - 27 Sep 2013
    A piezoelectric accelerometer utilizes the piezoelectric effect of certain materials to measure dynamic changes in mechanical variables such as mechanical shock, vibration and acceleration.
  • What is a Position Sensor?
    Article - 27 Sep 2013
    A position sensor is any device used for measuring the distance traveled by the body starting from its reference position. It measures linear or angular position in reference to a fixed point or...
  • What is a Gravimeter?
    Article - 25 Sep 2013
    As the Earth is not a perfect sphere, its gravitational field strength fluctuates across its surface. Changes in topography, elevation, latitude, and subterranean density can affect the force of...
  • New Motion Sensing Technology to Help Patients Suffering from an Essential Tremor
    Article - 24 Sep 2013
    Advancements in sensor technology are opening up a new avenue to try and measure and stabilize hand tremors.
  • Using Helmet Sensors to Measure Sports-Related Head Impacts
    Article - 19 Aug 2013
    Sports-related injuries have been given more research attention over the past few years. The sensor technology is being increasingly used to measure how sports-related head impacts can lead to brain...

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