What physical quantity can be detected using an LVDT sensor?

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23 Dec 2018
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28 May 2026

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An LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transformer) is primarily used to measure linear displacement. However, by differentiating displacement signals, it can also be used indirectly to determine velocity and acceleration. Therefore, all the mentioned quantities—displacement, velocity, and acceleration—can be measured using an LVDT.

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