I'm starting a PIC microcontroller project to measure:
1) the force that a speedbag is hit (pounds);
2) the speed (beats per minute);
and perhaps drive some leds for the strobe effects.
I've been looking at this piezoresistive force sensor: SparkFun Electronics - Flexiforce Pressure Sensor - 100lbs.
Anyone familure with this sensor? Would it be able to cope with repetitive pounding from a leather covered speedbag, and provide accurate readings?
(I've sent an email to the company that makes them, but haven't received a response.)
1) the force that a speedbag is hit (pounds);
2) the speed (beats per minute);
and perhaps drive some leds for the strobe effects.
I've been looking at this piezoresistive force sensor: SparkFun Electronics - Flexiforce Pressure Sensor - 100lbs.
Anyone familure with this sensor? Would it be able to cope with repetitive pounding from a leather covered speedbag, and provide accurate readings?
(I've sent an email to the company that makes them, but haven't received a response.)