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This paper focuses on the last two systems presented in Table 1.1. <strong>The</strong>se systems are considered stateof-the-art<br />

and here are some of their specific characteristics that make them distinguish from the<br />

others.<br />

2. DIGITAL SYSTEMS FOR STRUCTURAL MONITORING<br />

Today, the structural monitoring can be achieved using only digital systems. <strong>The</strong>se systems have<br />

some specific technical characteristics that must cover the needs of such monitoring/analysis. Next we<br />

will analyze those characteristics that are important for this application.<br />

2.1 Resolution<br />

<strong>The</strong> resolution of the AID converter is an important parameter for digital systems. With respect to this<br />

parameter the question is:<br />

Is 16-bit (120dB<br />

In this case, the peak voltage generated by the sensor for the above theoretical acceleration is:<br />

a=1256uV

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