Abstract
In this chapter we look at some of the numerous types of transducer which are commonly available. As a first step we have already differentiated between input and output transducers and we now further subdivide, but still in broad terms. Input transducers, or sensors, can be grouped according to the physical quantities that are to be detected and, in many cases, quantified. The main categories are:
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mechanical sensors for force, pressure, position, proximity, displacement, velocity, acceleration, vibration and shock;
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sensors for temperature;
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radiation detection;
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chemical activity.
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Bannister, B.R., Whitehead, D.C. (1991). Sensors, actuators and displays. In: Instrumentation: Transducers and Interfacing. Tutorial Guides in Electronic Engineering. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-0413-2_2
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