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Outputing force magnitudes to a LCD

like a ninja · 2012-11-18 16:44:23

Hello, I am a 3rd year mech student and i am doing a college project at the moment. For this project it uses a shock absorber (similar to one found on a bike)to absorb forces and the magnitude of these forces will be displayed on a LCD screen and hopefully produce graphs etc. My main problem is that i am not sure how to do…

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like a ninja

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Hello, I am a 3rd year mech student and i am doing a college project at the moment. For this project it uses a shock absorber (similar to one found on a bike)to absorb forces and the magnitude of these forces will be displayed on a LCD screen and hopefully produce graphs etc. My main problem is that i am not sure how to do this, i was thinking of using maybe a accelerometer or load cell but am seeking any advice. Thanks

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#2 18-11-2012 08:06PM
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This white paper might be a good start. ( Google is your friend :-) )

Measurement of Dynamic Properties of Automotive Shock Absorbers for NVH

Some Basics:

Ask your Engineering Lab. Techs/supervisor what resources they have.
Measurement equip. (Accelerometer + Force Cell)

PC + DAQ Card

Software (Labview or Similar)

Do not re-invent the wheel.
Focus on the project brief.
KISS

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