Shock and vibration data logger

A logger comprises sensors such as accelerometers, storage media, a processor and power supply.

The sensors measure and store shocks either as the entire waveform, summary data, or an indication of whether a threshold value was observed .

Employing such an event-based measurement method allows the recording of specific shocks that exceed a critical length of time or strength.

Use of proper test methods, calibration, and Verification and validation protocols are important for all phases of evaluation.

[3][4] The loggers can be rigidly attached to the goods, packaging, or transport vehicles so that they can record the shocks and vibrations acting upon them.

The measured data reveals whether the goods in transit have been subjected to potentially damaging conditions.

The shock handling data is often most useful converted from accelerations to drop heights or other means of quantifying the severity of impacts.