Describe various methods of measuring pressure I. Physics?
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Jul 16
1. Manometer: A manometer is a device used to measure the pressure of a gas or liquid in a closed system. It consists of a U-shaped tube filled with a liquid, such as mercury or water, and the pressure of the gas or liquid is determined by the difference in height of the liquid in the two arms of the tube.
2. Bourdon gauge: A Bourdon gauge is a mechanical device used to measure pressure in a system. It consists of a curved tube that is connected to the system being measured. As the pressure in the system increases, the tube straightens out, and this movement is converted into a pressure reading on a dial.
3. Piezoelectric sensor: A piezoelectric sensor is an electronic device that measures pressure by converting the mechanical force of the pressure into an electrical signal. When pressure is applied to the sensor, it generates a voltage that is proportional to the pressure being applied.
4. Strain gauge: A strain gauge is a device that measures pressure by detecting the deformation or strain in a material when pressure is applied. The strain gauge is attached to the surface of the material being measured, and as the material deforms under pressure, the resistance of the gauge changes, allowing the pressure to be calculated.
5. Capacitive sensor: A capacitive sensor measures pressure by detecting changes in capacitance between two plates as pressure is applied. As the distance between the plates changes due to pressure, the capacitance also changes, allowing the pressure to be determined.
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Jul 16
1. Manometers: - Open-end Manometer: Uses a U-shaped tube filled with a liquid of known density. The difference in liquid height between the two arms indicates the pressure difference. - Closed-end Manometer: Similar to the open-end manometer, but with one end of the tube sealed. Pressure applied to the sealed end compresses the air inside, causing the liquid to move in the other arm.
2. Bourdon Gauge: - Consists of a curved metal tube filled with a fluid. When pressure is applied, the tube elastically deforms, causing a pointer to move over a calibrated scale.
3. Diaphragm Gauge: - Utilizes a thin, flexible diaphragm that deflects when pressure is applied. The deflection is detected by a mechanical or electrical mechanism, which converts it into a pressure reading.
4. Strain Gauge Pressure Sensor: - Employs a strain gauge bonded to a diaphragm or other pressure-sensitive element. When pressure is applied, the diaphragm deforms, causing the strain gauge to change resistance. This resistance change is converted to a pressure measurement.
5. Piezoresistive Pressure Sensor: - Consists of a silicon chip with a piezoresistive diaphragm. As pressure is applied, the diaphragm deforms, changing the electrical resistance of the chip. This resistance change is measured to determine the pressure.
6. Capacitive Pressure Sensor: - Uses a variable capacitor arrangement with one plate moveable by pressure. Changes in pressure alter the capacitance, which can be measured to determine the pressure.
7. Optical Fiber Pressure Sensor: - Employs an optical fiber with a pressure-sensitive coating. Changes in pressure cause the coating to bend or deform, altering the reflection or transmission properties of the optical fiber. These changes can be detected and used to measure the pressure.
8. Piezoelectric Pressure Sensor: - Utilizes a piezoelectric material that generates a charge when subjected to mechanical stress. When pressure is applied, the material generates a voltage proportional to the pressure.