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optical strain gauges

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omby

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What is the principle of operation of an optical strain gauge,and why would you choose one over a conventional strain gauge?
 
Cheers ScottyUK.

I Googled it before but ended up going around in circles -as you often do with search engines - and got loads of sales articles or info that only a scientist would understand.

Once I'd narrowed it down to 'Bragg grating', all became clear....
 
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