Development of a Force Distribution Sensor Using an Amorphous Ribbon

Abstract

We are considering development of a highly sensitive force distribution sensor using an amorphous ribbon. First, we measured the tensile stress characteristics of amorphous ribbons. The effect on the force sensitivity characteristic of various compositions of amorphous ribbons was examined in order to determine the optimum composition for an amorphous ribbon. The existence of anisotropy in the quenching and casting of the amorphous ribbon was confirmed. A force distribution sensor was then constructed and its basic behavior and sensitivity characteristics were confirmed by experiment.