摘要 |
A sensor (20) is disclosed specifically for detecting stress waves for use in a stress wave analysis system. The stress waves are preferably detected in a narrow frequency range of 35-40 KHz. At this range, stress waves from friction and impact source typically propagate through machine structures at detectable amplitudes. In order to maximize the signal to noise ratio of stress waves, relative friction and impact sources typically propagate through machine structures at detectable amplitudes. In order to maximize the signal to noise ratio of stress waves, relative to background noise and vibration, the sensor (20) of the present invention is designed and calibrated with a frequency response and damping features that are specifically tailored for stress wave analysis.
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