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    Creating a Velocity Measurement Tool

    By the way this is my first undertaking at a project relating to electronics (if that is not apparent in my babble). All this help is much appreciated. I am looking to build this for under 100 bucks if possible so a string pot is out of the question i think. My goal is to go with: Digital...
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    Creating a Velocity Measurement Tool

    Yes it will be. Also for squat (which could be up to a max of 7-8 ft of string. The big concern for me is tension on the string (max im looking for would 3-6 ounces of tension as not to affect the loading pattern of the lifter). Thanks!
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    Creating a Velocity Measurement Tool

    As I study the string pot more and more. Would a rotary encoder, fishing line (or something similar), and an ID badge retractor be a viable alternative? The costs of string pots are pricey. Thanks!
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    Creating a Velocity Measurement Tool

    Could a string potentiometer be used to where the revolutions measures time and distance measured by string displacement?
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    Creating a Velocity Measurement Tool

    The unit i would make would be on the floor. But i get what youre saying about ping sensors. how would you approach using those? Thanks!
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    Creating a Velocity Measurement Tool

    This is what I am trying to make. Not nearly as elaborate obviously.... http://www.tendosports.com/TENDO-Units.html
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    Creating a Velocity Measurement Tool

    This is what I was thinking of. See attached shrtrnd, that could work how accurate can they get? I want it to be consistent and repeatable as possible.
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    Creating a Velocity Measurement Tool

    Hey Everyone! I am new to the forum and was hoping to get some help on a project I am working on. The idea is this: 1.) Floor Unit houses a string/cable that attaches to a bar about 6-7 ft high off the ground 2.) Bar then moves load up and down for 1 repetition. 3.) The movement of the string...
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