Recent content by WRB

I don't have my good physics book here, but I've been doing some research online and seems like the formula everyone uses is RCF=1.12r(rpm/1000)^2 (r is radius in mm) this would tell me what radius and and what rpm to use...or is this wrong since it dosent take angular velocity or arm/sensor...

Rotating it sounds like a good idea! We are going to go that route...any tips on setting up a device or the calculations? Thanks

Testing of Impact Sensor--Verify G-Force Readings I'm thinking either free fall test or pendulum but I was just curious if anyone could suggest an easier method We are looking for a way to test a newly developed impact sensor and verify that we when it says it has been hit with 5 g's for...