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Sigma
Sigma is a software package designed specifically for residual-stress measurement.  It utilizes a DMI handheld reader and circular DMI polymer strain gages that make 36 inner and outer independent nodal coordinates and user specified material properties to calculate residual stress.  DMI polymer strain gages are bonded in desired measurement locations using conventional strain-gage application methods and materials, and readings are taken "as needed" using the handheld reader (typically 'before' and 'after' a stress-inducing event).  DMI polymer strain gages work on most materials, including metals, plastics, and composites.
Sigma Applications
Laboratory testing and field inspection and examination on any structural article or component.
Sigma Information
Sigma Features
Bondable DMI polymer strain gages, sold in packages of 5, work on most materials 'Wizard' style user interface simplifies the measurement process 2D display showing orientation and stress components on inner and outer boundaries of gage Optional Panasonic Toughbook U1 rugged tablet with Sigma software preinstalled