
6.5 Rainflow histograms
Fatigue monitoring of large structures often uses rainflow histograms. The VWIRE 305 calculates
histograms using the rainflow algorithm developed by Matsuishi and Endo (1968).
6.6 Diagnostics
The following diagnostic data are output with each dynamic measurement. You can use these
data to evaluate measurement quality:
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Excitation level
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Low-frequency and high-frequency warnings
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Low-amplitude and high-amplitude warnings
l
Standard deviation
6.7 Data use
Campbell Scientific does not make recommendations about how to interpret or use vibrating
wire data, nor does it endorse the use of any specific manufacturer’s sensors. Examples given in
this manual are for educational purposes only. Consult competent and authoritative sources for
guidance in selecting sensors and interpreting vibrating wire data.
7. Specifications
All Standard Duty (SD) VWIRE 305 units meet electrical specifications in a temperature range of
-40 to 70 °C, non-condensing environment. Extended Duty (XD) units are tested over an
extended temperature range of -55 to 85 °C. Recommended calibration interval is every three
years.
7.1 Vibrating wire – specifications
VSPECT Technology Patents: U.S. Patent No. 7,779,690
U.S. Patent No. 8,671,758
Dynamic vibrating wire
measurement rate:
20, 50, 100, 200, or 333.3 Hz. Depends on resonant frequency of
the gages. See
VWIRE 305
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