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Load cells
Posted: November 2nd, 2022, 1:44 pm
by sayevikram
Are we allowed to use a load cell for the build?
Re: Load cells
Posted: November 30th, 2022, 7:29 pm
by Janeio5
No unfortunately, it specifically clarifies it in the construction parameters because it's considered a pre-built device. However, it also does give which pieces are available to use so ultimately, you're building your own working load cell with the specifications in the event book.
Re: Load cells
Posted: December 1st, 2022, 6:16 am
by JonB
This is going to cause issues this year. A FAQ was posted that I think some ESs will see and others will not. This IS an official FAQ from
https://www.soinc.org/detector-building.
10/05/2022
THE RULES SAY LOAD CELLS ARE CONSTRUCTION VIOLATIONS. ARE STUDENT-CONSTRUCTED LOAD CELLS (E.G. FROM STRAIN GAUGES) ALLOWED?
A student built load cell from basic components like strain gauges is legal.