Measuring Force with an ORCA™ Series Smart Linear Motor
Measuring Force with an ORCA™ Series Smart Linear Motor
Introduction Load cells are the most commonly used type of force sensor. There are many types of load cells, however, all of them work on the same basic premise of converting mechanical force into electrical energy. Load cells can be found in applications that require high precision and accuracy. Hydraulic load cells are most suited to remote and dangerous applications due to their lack of electrical components while pneumatic load cells can be used in very sensitive...