Long-Term Bridge Testing. Position of Pilings Posted in: Position Measurement – Tags: Academia University and Government Research, Civil Engineering
Last Updated: March 20, 2023
Acuity Laser Sensors Are Used to Monitor the Holding Position of Pilings
Our rangefinders have been used to monitor the position of pilings holding up bridges of a freeway. In a particular application example, the civil engineering department in Champaign, Illinois, wanted to monitor the movement of the pilings over a long period of time. The students of University of Illinois used Acuity rangefinders for a wide variety of testing purposes, including the structural position movement of the pilings over time.
The AR1000 distance sensor is commonly used for structural monitoring. The AR1000 has a model available to allow the sensor to be operated in colder environments, down to -40°C (-40°F), using an internal heater.
As well the AR1000 can be installed on outdoor platforms and in winter weather without a custom-built enclosure. With 30 meters of measurement range on natural targets, the AR1000 can be installed in a remote area to provide ±3mm of accuracy.
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AR1000 Laser Distance Sensor
The Acuity AR1000 laser distance sensor can measure up to 30 meters on natural targets and up to 150 meters with a retroreflective target with an accuracy of ± 3 mm. This rugged sensor is built for tough, industrial environments and applications such as fill level measurement and material height monitoring.
AS1100 Long Distance Sensor
The Acuity AS1100 Long Distance Sensor can measure up to 100 meters on natural targets and up to 150 meters away with an Acuity reflective plate with an accuracy of ± 3 mm. This rugged sensor is built for versatile environments and is often used in applications that involve measurements on hot materials.
AS2100 Accurate Distance Sensor
The AS2100 is a highly accurate laser distance sensor that is designed to work well outdoors, in bright lights, and even on difficult targets such as hot or dark surfaces. With the ability to take accurate measurements (± 1 mm) from distances up to 500 meters away, and a measurement frequency of up to 250 Hz, it is the perfect laser for a wide range of applications.
AR2700 High-Speed Long Range Sensor
Acuity Laser’s ultra-compact rangefinder model. This eye-safe rangefinder has a measurement frequency of up to 40 kHz and can measure distances to natural targets up to 70 meters away or to retroreflective targets 270 meters away. This laser is best for applications that demand high sampling rates.
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