Materials for Civil and Construction Engineers (4th Edition)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780134320533
Author: Michael S. Mamlouk, John P. Zaniewski
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.50QP
Briefly discuss the concept behind each of the following measuring devices:
a. LVDT
b. strain gauge
c. proving ring
d. load cell
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Materials for Civil and Construction Engineers (4th Edition)
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