Characterisation of lithographically printed resistive strain gauges Gareth I. Hay Peter S.A. Evans David J. Harrison Darren Southee George Simpson Paul M. Harrey 2134/8477 https://repository.lboro.ac.uk/articles/journal_contribution/Characterisation_of_lithographically_printed_resistive_strain_gauges/9348566 This paper reports progress in sensor fabrication by the conductive lithographic film (CLF) printing process.Work describing strain-sensitive structures manufactured using a modified printing process and conductive inks is addressed. The performance of a “single-ink” strain-sensitive structure when printed on six alternative substrates (GlossArt, PolyArt, Teslin, Mylar C, Melinex, and Kapton) is analyzed. Though not intending to compete with conventional gauges in high-tolerance measurement, the structures exhibit properties that indicate suitability for novel applications. 2011-06-16 09:30:11 Conductive Lithographic Film (CLF) Offset lithography Printed sensors Printed strain gauges Design Practice and Management not elsewhere classified Mechanical Engineering