Training Manual . - Ulyanovsk: UlSTU, 1998. -120 s. ISBN 5-89146-053-XThe theory, calculation and some features of the design of elastic elements of sensors of mechanical quantities. The questions of assessment and calculation of sensitivity and speed of elastic elements; calculation of their metrological characteristics, efficiency and quality are considered; features of design of force, pressure and moment converters are shown. In order to ensure a more complete assimilation by students of the material set forth in this manual, specific information is given on the analytical, structural and constructive implementation of the tasks set. The manual is compiled in accordance with the curricula of electrical engineers and bachelors in specialties 19. 03 and 5515.