The strain gage type accelerometers were modelled as single degree-of-freedom mass-damper-spring systems and the design and dynamic calibration problems were investigated.
In this study, it was tried to get all the necessary design parameters while increasing sensitivity and reducing cross talks. In particular, the relationships between the design parameters and the sensitivity and cross talks are studied. Prototype accelerometers were built on the basis of theoretical consideration and calibrations were carried out on the test stand built for calibration in the laboratory, in order to check of the linearity, frequency response characteristics, temperature effects and etc. Then it was found that the obtained design values are highly reliable as comparing with commercial units.
