TEC-NOT-014 Linear variable differential transformer (LVDT)

This paper introduces Linear Variable Differential Transformers (LVDTs), their uses, and the signal conditioning required. The following topics are discussed:

  • “11.1 Overview” on page 1
  • “11.2 Full-bridge LVTD basics” on page 1
  • “11.3 Compensating for variations in the excitation” on page 2
  • “11.4 Half-bridge LVTD basics” on page 2
  • “11.5 Conclusion” on page 3
  • “11.6 References” on page 3