The Model 3038 accelerometer is most often used for shock and impact monitoring in military and civil applications. Its small size enables it to be easily used for data logging applications where military vehicles are exposed to explosive incidents or for auto safety testing during crash studies. This rugged sensor is also useful for detecting impacts on piles for marine construction or for medical devices used for spinal adjustments. It can also be used for sophisticated software controlled rotating machinery applications where it can assist in detecting failure modes.