NASA NTRS · 19900000478
Pressure-Measuring Diaphragm Transmits Optical Signals
Abstract
Proposed sapphire diaphragm performs two functions in instrumented research engine or pressure vessel. Serves both as pressure sensor and as window for observation, optical probing, or optical transmission of other measurements. Deflections of sapphire diaphragm alters resistances of strain gauges mounted around its periphery. At same time, transparent material enables optical measurements of conditions in chamber. Additional information obtained about conditions in chamber without need for additional sensor mounts.
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Hill, Arthur J.. 1990-09-01. Pressure-Measuring Diaphragm Transmits Optical Signals. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19900000478
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