Tue, 03/14/2023 - 12:03
Small-force measurement is crucial for many applications, such as testing materials, monitoring biomedical devices, and studying the behavior of cells and molecules. In this article, we’ll explore the challenges of measuring small forces and the…Tue, 08/14/2018 - 12:03
Load cells are a combination of metal, strain gauges, glue, and more. Over time, fatigue ensures that there will be some instability in the system. Load cell stability or drift is usually assumed to be the amount of change in the entire cell system…Wed, 04/05/2017 - 12:03
Imagine that a satellite is launched into space and communications are intermittent. This happens because the satellite is wobbling, which causes connection problems in the receiver. The cause of the wobbling is identified: It is the result of not… May the Force Be With YouRecommended steps for calibrating instruments in accordance with ASTM E74-13a
Thu, 07/07/2016 - 16:36
There has been some misunderstanding about the intent of ASTM E74—“Standard practice of calibration of force-measuring instruments for verifying the force indication of testing machines.” When it was written back in 1974, the standard’s intent was… Measuring TorqueUniform realization of torque measurement is needed in the United States
Thu, 05/19/2011 - 06:00
From the tightening of nuts on automobiles and airplanes to the connections on wind generators and other structures, the accurate measurement of torque may be essential for safety and the financial future of many companies in North America.…