Direct Measurements
"Direct Measurements products address a largely un-served market need and stand to significantly impact the stress-analysis industry."
 
Henry V. Landau,
President & CEO (Ret)
Vishay Measurements Group
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Direct Measurements SR-2
 
Direct Measurements, Inc. develops and produces wire free, surface level strain sensors and portable, battery-powered strain reading devices.
Wire Free Strain Gage Wire Free Strain Gage
By eliminating the bulk and wiring associated with conventional strain sensors, Direct Measurements is taking strain measurement out of the laboratory and moving it into the field with  innovative non-destructive inspection and examination (NDI/NDE) solutions that help protect critical equipment and material assets in the aerospace, energy, and infrastructure sectors.

With a growing global customer base that includes the US Navy, Northrop Grumman, Halliburton, the Electric Power Research Institute, and more, Direct Measurements is challenging conventional thinking with novel, effective, cost saving solutions that  integrate seamlessly into existing operations.
Cold Work Validation
A maintainer friendly, field ready solution that quickly and accurately verifies the expansion task by measuring the degree of applied cold work.
Fatigue and Crack Detection
A cost effective, easy-to-use, crack detection solution that works with fasteners in place and detects fatigue damage at its earliest stages wherever sensors are applied.
Custom Solutions and Consulting
With over 100 years of combined experience in experimental mechanics and new product development, the Direct Measurements team specializes in custom applications and structural technology consulting.
Features and Benefits
Portable, battery powered, rugged systems for field use
Works on metals, plastics, composites, etc.
Detects fatigue damage prior to visible cracking
Indicates actual material conditions, improving structural health management and lowering maintenance costs