Description of Inclinometers

Inclinometers, referred to as tilt sensors or tiltmeters, serve to measure the angle of inclination or tilt of an object with respect to gravity. Installable in both vertical and horizontal orientations, they monitor structural tilt, deformation, or levelness.

Inclinometers

Types and Applications of Inclinometers

Inclinometers find extensive application in bridge construction, railway installation, civil engineering, building safety, and numerous other fields. Depending on their different operational principles and structural designs, inclinometers come in various forms, such as bubble-type inclinometers rooted in mechanical principles and accelerometer-based inclinometers based on electronic technology.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an inclinometer used for?

An inclinometer is essentially an instrument for measuring angles of slope (or tilt), elevation, or depression of an object with respect to gravity.

What is the difference between a clinometer and an inclinometer?

An inclinometer and a clinometer are essentially interchangeable, though clinometers are often employed for measuring slope and tend to be more manually operated. They go by various names, including tilt sensor, tilt meter, slope gauge, and pitch & roll indicator.

What are the disadvantages of inclinometers?

There are a few disadvantages to using an inclinometer and one disadvantage is that measuring the range of motion (ROM) of small joints can be challenging. What's more, vibrations can impact the accuracy of the inclinometer.

What is the difference between goniometer and inclinometer?

A goniometer is less precise and easier to use compared to an inclinometer. Inclinometers offer either numerical or digital readings and simply need to be positioned on the moving body part. In contrast, goniometers are placed on both relevant joint-connected body parts, and the angle between them is measured in degrees.