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36. The development of following element has improved the reliability and the response action of low pressure gauges :
A. diaphragm
B. capsule
C. bourdon
D. ring balance
E. all of the above.
Explanation:
37. The deflection of center of capsule (formed by circumferential welding of two diaphragms) is proportional to :
A. active diameter of diaphragm (D)
B. D
C. D2
D. D3
E. D4
Explanation:
38. The resistance of strain gauge grid used in pressure transducers is of the order of :
A. 0.1 to 1 ohm
B. 1 to 10 ohm
C. 10 to 100 ohm
D. 100 to 2000 ohm
E. 2000 to 105 ohm
Explanation:
39. Which of the following have relatively large and negative temperature coefficients of resistance :
A. radiation pyrometers
B. optical pyrometers
C. thermistors
D. platinum resistance detectors
E. thermocouples.
Explanation:
40. Protective coating by a suitable cover are applied over strain gauge in order to protect it against:
A. temperature rise
B. dust and dirt
C. moisture
D. ageing
E. shorting by conductive contact.
Explanation: