User`s guide

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b. Enter relevant information into VI’s front panel, use standard thickness obtain from research as
initial value. Press the can or slightly shake the can and observe the measured strains react as
expected. Let the can settle (strains and pressure approach zero) before starting measurement.
c. Run the VI for 10 seconds, then open the can, keep recording for another 10 to 20 seconds. Press
“stop” button to make sure the data is recorded. Data will be saved in csv file in the same
directory VI is saved.
d. Measure thickness of the can after drinking the beverage; adjust the calculation results if there is
significant deviation from the initial value used. The middle part of the can has the lowest
thickness, make sure to capture the thickness from the middle.