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6.3 - Strain Sensors

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Question 1 Easy

What principle do Electrical Resistance Strain Gauges operate on?

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between force and electricity.

Question 2 Easy

Name one application of Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors.

💡 Hint: Consider where strain might need continuous monitoring.

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Question 1

What principle underlies the operation of Electrical Resistance Strain Gauges?

Change in electrical capacitance
Change in electrical resistance
Change in optical properties

💡 Hint: Focus on key terms related to electricity that change.

Question 2

True or False: Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors are affected by electromagnetic interference.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the advantages of optical sensors.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Calculate the strain experienced by a material if a 2.0 mm change in length occurs in a 10.0 m long beam under stress.

💡 Hint: Remember to convert units appropriately when calculating.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss the implications if strain sensors detect an anomaly while monitoring a bridge's structural integrity.

💡 Hint: Consider the importance of early detection in maintaining infrastructure safety.

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