A new sensor system for measuring violent forces by using vibrational analysis

Abstract

A force sensor system that can operate in a measuring range up to I O kN with good stability and easy digitized output is presented. Its main working principle based on using vibrations of a double-plate construction. The forces to be measured will be introduced to both plates as an axial load. The characteristics of the vibrations of the plates depend on the axial load similar to a vibrating chord of a music instrument.The design and construction of the force sensor is fundamental for the force application conditions. In this case we designed it to measure axial loading of a cabel while laying.