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Method of producing a load cell

US6684487B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 12, 2001
Grant dateFeb 3, 2004
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Expiry dateFeb 3, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49103
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A load cell is constructed with several strain gauges. Each of the strain gauges are formed with a meandering conductive portion on a substrate or base member. Portions of the meandering conductive layer defines a predetermined tab ratio. The base member is formed with a predetermined amount of filler and the tab ratio is pre-determined such that the creep characteristic of the strain gauge is substantially zero in a load cell having a generally low rated load.

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