4.1. Sensor Type

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does a strain gauge measure?

   Hint

   Think about materials under stress.

2. 2.

   Identify a common application of an accelerometer.

   Hint

   What might vibrate in an earthquake?

3. 3.

   What type of sensor measures strain in materials?

   • Strain Gauge
   • Load Cell
   • Accelerometer

   Hint

   Focus on sensors related to material stress.

4. 4.

   True or False: Non-contact sensors require physical contact with the object they measure.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about remote sensing capabilities.

5. 5.

   Construct a research plan that utilizes at least four different types of sensors to monitor a bridge's performance over a year. Describe their roles.

   Hint

   Consider how each sensor contributes uniquely to the overall understanding of the bridge's condition.

6. 6.

   Determine the potential issues arising from installing a temperature sensor in a corrosive environment, and propose a solution.

   Hint

   Think about protecting sensitive instruments.