How it Works

1. 1. The fixed end of an LCB400 Rod End Load Cell is mounted to the end of a linear actuator.
2. 2. The active end of the LCB400 is then attached to the cable that will pull the UAV.
3. 3. The actuator piston is then rapidly retracted, pulling the cable that will launch the aircraft into the air.
4. 4. The LCB400 measures the force applied to the cable by the actuator.
5. 5. The measurement from the LCB400 is sent to the digital display (IHH500, IPM650) or displayed on a PC with our SENSIT software(IDA100).
6. 6. An amplified analog signal is then sent to the PLC controlling launcher and enabling force control.
7. 7. Additionally, our SENSIT software can be used to log sensor output for our IPM650 and IDA100.