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Thin disk force sensor and method of making

US5297430A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 31, 1991
Grant dateMar 29, 1994
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2011

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S73/04
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A thin disk force sensor having measuring elements of not more than five layers including force introducing layers welded under preloading to a thin disk housing. The measuring elements, weld and disk housing are planarized. A vapor deposited layer is selectively applied to the force measuring elements to increase the applied force compared to the housing.

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