Abstract: A force sensing module with reduced sensitivity to torque in order to accurately measure weight in the presence of longitudinal and lateral torques, comprising two or more sensing means mounted vertically with output signal means combined and adjustable to minimize longitudinal torque response. The force sensing module further comprises a vertical support for lifting and supporting a load, a support arm coupled to the vertical support for engaging and holding a load, first and second sets of strain gauges, spaced from each other and either in vertical or horizontal alignment with each other. The strain gauges are connected at one end to the vertical support and at the other end to the arm for receiving a force proportional to the load and for receiving a torque from the arm.

Abstract: A platform scale has at least three transducers carrying the platform. The transducers are mounted upon a base and are tangentially oriented with respect to a centerpoint. Thus, deformation of the transducers upon application of a force is translated into rotary movement of the platform, and stresses which cause inaccuracies are reduced or eliminated.