The prelims comprise: Strain Measurement The Resistance Strain Gage. Brief History and Development Strain Gage Components Metal and Semiconductor Strain Gages; Thin- and Thick-Film Strain Gages. Strain-Gage lfipes Criteria for Strain Gage and Strain Gage Component Selection, Environmental and Testing Conditions Strain-Gage Resistance Measurement Strain Gage Application for Sensor Construction References