Tunnel current sensor with force relief protection

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1992-12-08

1996-04-02

Williams, Hezron E.

Measuring and testing

Speed, velocity, or acceleration

Acceleration determination utilizing inertial element

73 1D, G01P 1508

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055030181

ABSTRACT:
A tunnel current position sensor has a first sensing electrode coupled to a compliant beam for providing force relief to the sensor. The beam is connected in fixed relationship with a first object. A second sensing electrode is coupled to a second object. The compliant beam elastically deforms to prevent damage resulting from crashing of the electrodes.

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