MECHATRОNICЅ ME156P/E03 EXPERIMENT NО.

11

FORCE SENSITIVE RESISTOR

ЅAQUIAN, MARK DANIELLE D. Date Perfоrmed: 2 OCTOBER 2019

2013141933 Date Ѕubmitted: 9 OCTOBER 2019
ENGR. EDWARD ANG MFGE/4
GRОUP NО. 2

DIЅCUЅЅIОN

A force sensitive resistor measures the tension and compression forces which act on the sensor
and converts it into an electrical signal where the amount depends on the pressure applied. The
force sensor allows you to detect physical pressure, squeezing and weight. We used the serial
monitor to display the weight applied in the experiment.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of the experiment, the following objectives will be met by the student:
 To be able to assemble a circuit demonstrating the use of a force sensitive resistor
 To be able to encode and run the necessary codes for the experiment properly
 To be familiarized with different electronic components specially the force sensitive
resistor

COURSE OBJECTIVES AND ANTICIPATED STUDENT OUTCOMES 


A. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
 I

was able to apply my knowledge in computer programming and electronics engineering.



B. Ability to design and conduct experiments as well as analyze and interpret data
 We
were able to conduct the force sensitive resistor experiment and gather the required data.



C. Ability to design a system to meet desired needs.


 We designed a circuit demonstrating the force sensitive resistor’s usage and got our
desired distance. 


D. Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams

The experiment enables us to function as a team. 


E. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems


During the experiment, we were able to identify and solve the problems that arose. 


F. Understating of professional and ethical responsibility


Making an official report must be made originally by myself to avoid plagiarism. 


G. Ability to communicate effectively


We communicated effectively during the experimentation of the force sensitive resistor.



H. Broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a

global/societal context

A broad knowledge is necessary for this experiment and it could be used to solve global
problems. 


I. Recognition of the needs for and ability to engage in lifelong learning


I recognized that engaging in a lifelong learning is necessary for my own development.



J. Knowledge of contemporary issues


The experiment made us realized that having a knowledge of current issues is significant
in nation building and development. 


K. Ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools for engineering
practice
I was able to use my skills in computer programming and circuit assembly. 


L. Knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles as a member

 and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments

Having a good leadership is necessary for a team to function effectively in doing an
experiment or a project. 


GRОUP EXPERIMENT / TAЅK DОNE BY EACH MEMBER

Grоup 2
Experiment nо. 11
FORCE SENSITIVE RESISTOR Due Date:10/09/2019

NО Grоup Member Name & Brief Deѕcriptiоn оf Wоrk % Cоmpleted by Yоur

Ѕignature Aѕѕigned tо Member Member Ѕcоre

1 Dayaо, Matthew Dоcumentatiоn, Assembly 100% 100

2 Migallоn, Ian Marlоn Perfоrm / Оperate 100% 100

3 Mоrcоѕо, Jameѕ Оliver Aѕѕembly 100% 100

4 Оlaѕо, Rоnald Chriѕtian Perfоrm / Оperate 100% 100

5 Ѕaquian, Mark Danielle Created the cоdeѕ fоr 100% 100

Arduinо
LIST OF MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE EXPERIMENT

a. Arduino UNO

b. Breadboard – the board used to put and assemble the circuit.

c. USB cable – the cord used to connect the Arduino UNO to the computer. (1 meter,
yellow)

d. LED GREEN
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e. Force Resistive Sensor

f. 10k and 220 resistor

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM:
LIST OF ACTUAL SAFETY PROCEDURES IMPLEMENTED IN THE EXPERIMENT

Step 1 Gather all the required materials for this experiment

Step 2 Assemble the circuit following the schematic diagram

Step 3 Connect the Arduino to the computer and upload the codes.

Step 4 Test the pressure sensor and get the data required for the experiment.

Step 6 Place all the materials on the container box properly to avoid being misplaced or
damaged.
ARDUINO PROGRAM USED IN THE EXPERIMENT

1 int soundsensor = 2; Declare the variables and assign it to the designated pins
2 int LED = 13;
3 boolean ledState = LOW;
4 int sound;
5 void setup() {
6 pinMode(soundsensor, INPUT); Set the soundsensor as INPUT
7 pinMode(LED, OUTPUT); Set the LED as OUTPUT
8}
9 void loop() {
10 sound = digitalRead(soundsensor); The read sound of the sensor will be stored to ‘sound’
11 if (sound == HIGH) When a sound is registered,
12 { the LED will be in HIGH mode if it is currently in LOW
13 if (ledState == LOW)
14 {
15 digitalWrite(LED, HIGH);
16 ledState = HIGH;
17 }
18 else if (ledState == HIGH) When a sound is registered,
19 { the LED will be in LOW mode if it is currently in HIGH
20 digitalWrite(LED, LOW);
21 ledState = LOW

DATA GATHERED

Weight of Coin 5 pesos Data Gathered

1 unit coin (7.4g) 7.0 g

2 unit coin (14.8 g) 15.8 g

3 unit coin (22.2g) 22.3 g

ANALYSIS OF THE EXPERIMENT DONE
In this experiment we use a force sensitive resistor. It is a device that senses or measures the
tension and compression forces which act on the sensor and converts it into an electrical signal
where the amount depends on the pressure applied. We are able to test different kinds of weight
using the (5 peso coin) using the force resistor in order to determine the weight of the coin seen
in the Arduino Serial Monitor.

RECOMMENDATION

I recommend the some of the force sensitive resistor to be replaced because sometimes it is not
functioning well. I also recommend students to be knowledgeable of basic electronics so that the
experiment will be easy properly conducted.

CONCLUSION

I therefore conclude that this experiment of force sensitive resistor was done properly and the
data that was gathered was accurate. We were able to test all weights using the force resistor in
order to determine the weight of the coin seen in the Arduino Serial Monitor and were satisfied
with our results.

a. What is a force sensitive Resistor?

-A force-sensing resistor is a material whose resistance changes when a force, pressure or
mechanical stress is applied. They are also known as "force-sensitive resistor" and are
sometimes referred to by the initialism "FSR".
b. Describe each wire in the force sensitive resistor given in the experiment
-It is responsible for connecting all the components together. Each of the wire
corresponds to a crucial factor needed for our program to work without it we could not
perform our experiment
c. Individually suggest electrical and mechanical standards or codes and local or international
applicable in this experiment. Cite source/s.
-Philippine Electrical Code Article 3.0 – Wiring Methods, 3.0.1.2 Limitations (a) Voltage