DirectShear®-Optical sensors are robust, high-bandwidth shear stress sensors designed for harsh environments, including high-temperature applications.
DirectShear-Optical sensors are capable of both mean and dynamic measurements of wall shear stress over a wide dynamic range and are offered in a range of sensor models to suit different applications.
The optical sensors are ideal for precision skin friction measurements in high-speed, high-temperature (0-400°C) test facilities.
Key Benefits
- Direct measurement of shear stress
- High temperature capable – 0 to 400°C
- Harsh environment capable
- Non-intrusive – minimal flow disturbance
- High resolution, dynamic range and bandwidth
- Immune to EMI
Solution Sheet
Learn more about how the DirectShea®-Optical can help you solve your skin friction measurement challenges
Measurement Principle
Light source and fiber optics to transmit light to and from the sensor head as well as optoelectronics to convert the light reflected from the sensor head to a single analog voltage output
Sensor dimensions
- Sensor Head Diameter: 6.3 mm
- Sensor Body Length: 40.0 mm
- Cable length: 2 m
Sensor specifications
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