High-Precision Strain and Stress Sensors for Critical Measurements
Explore smart, scalable sensor technologies engineered for accuracy, durability, and structural health diagnostics in industrial applications.
Overview
Primary strain and stress sensors are the foundation of accurate structural monitoring and mechanical diagnostics. These specialized devices are engineered to detect minute deformations and internal stresses in materials, enabling engineers and technicians to ensure performance, safety, and regulatory compliance. This webpage introduces a full suite of sensor technologies—ranging from foil and semiconductor gauges to advanced fiber-optic
and piezoelectric models—designed to perform under extreme loads and diverse environments.
Strain and Stress Measurement Devices, a leading B2B provider across North America, delivers tailored sensor solutions that support infrastructure resilience, product integrity, and operational optimization. Our commitment to research, quality assurance, and technical collaboration empowers clients in aerospace, automotive, construction, and industrial sectors to make data-driven decisions. With a strong foundation in Tulsa, OK, we continue to innovate scalable sensor platforms that help reduce risk, extend asset life, and streamline monitoring operations.
Primary Strain and Stress Sensors
Foil Strain Gauges
These are the most widely used sensors for structural testing, offering stable and accurate readings. Made from metallic foil grids bonded to a backing material, foil strain gauges are ideal for detecting axial, bending, and torsional strains in metals, composites, and concrete.
Semiconductor Strain Gauges
Providing higher sensitivity than traditional foil gauges, semiconductor strain sensors are used when fine-resolution strain measurement is critical. Their piezoresistive properties enable detection of small stress variations, making them ideal for medical devices, aerospace components, and precision instruments.
Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) Strain Sensors
Piezoelectric Strain Sensors
Utilizing the piezoelectric effect, these sensors generate electric charges under mechanical stress. They are excellent for dynamic applications such as vibration monitoring, fatigue testing, and impact analysis in automotive, aerospace, and mechanical testing environments.