Wireless Strain Sensor Archive

The collapse of a 2,000-foot transmission tower in Arkansas in 2013 sent shockwaves through the utility industry, highlighting the critical need for continuous tower monitoring systems. This disastrous failure, which occurred without warning, could have been prevented

Strain measurement represents the foundation of modern structural health monitoring, providing engineers with unprecedented insight into material behaviour under various loading conditions. By understanding the principles of strain measurement, engineers can perform more accurate structural assessments, implement

When it comes to managing critical infrastructure and industrial assets, the stakes are high. Reactive maintenance—fixing problems after they occur—has long been the standard, but this outdated approach often results in costly downtime, emergency repairs, and compromised

Structural integrity is essential for the safety, functionality, and longevity of infrastructure such as bridges, buildings, and storage tanks. Over time, structures are subjected to wear and tear from environmental factors, heavy usage, and aging materials. Ignoring

Wireless sensors have transformed how we monitor the health of infrastructure, especially in measuring strain. Traditional strain measurement methods often involve wired sensors, which can be complex and prone to maintenance issues. Wireless technology offers numerous advantages

Resensys Wireless Gauges play a vital role in overseeing NASA’s movable bridges in Cape Canaveral, Florida. This state-of-the-art system includes advanced wireless sensors such as the strain gauge SenSpot, accelerometer SenSpot, and tiltmeter SenSpot. Together, they form

Resensys wireless solution for the Hernando de Soto Bridge (Carrying INTERSTATE 40 (I-40) over the Mississippi river in west Memphis and Arkansas) during critical repairs has been highlighted in October 2022 issue of “Roads and Bridges” Magazine.

On May 12, 2021 a crack found in the I-40 bridge connecting Arkansas and Tennessee.  This crack in a steel beam caused the bridge to be shut down immediately, resulting in traffic re-routing and massive efforts to

When it comes to SUSTAINABILITY, often small wins BIG. What are some drivers of sustainability?  Smaller environmental impact? Less or better use of resources (including re-use or recycling)? Implementation of sustainable systems – ones that are in

Check out the ARTBA 2021 Bridge Report Which shows that 220,000 US bridges need repair. The National Bridge Inspection Program (NBIS) sets inspection intervals for bridges according to certain criteria, and classifies bridge inspections into 5 types: