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Tilt sensor

  • US 20020166756A1
  • Filed: 10/11/2001
  • Published: 11/14/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/14/2001
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. An apparatus for developing a signal representing application of a force, comprising:

  • a movable mass having one of an attractive and a repulsive response to the force, the movable mass being mounted for displacement along a path from a preloaded position to an unloaded position upon application of the force;

    a piezoelectric element operable to generate an electrical potential when deflected, the piezoelectric element being mounted so as to be deflected upon displacement of the mass along the path;

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