Deadeye for measuring tension in rigging for boats
US8833176B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 16, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 15, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01L5/103
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device detecting tension in synthetic rigging in a sailboat. A deadeye used in rigging has an opening therein containing a strain gauge module. The strain gauge module is positioned between one end of the deadeye and lashing eyelets. Different strain gauge module substrate configurations are used. A transmitter module is coupled to the strain gauge module for wirelessly transmitting signals representative of the rigging load or tension. The strain gauge module is easily removable for repair or replacement.
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