Strechable cord - what sensor for measure pulling force?

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Hello.
I am quite new to arduino and hardware components.
I would like to build a case with a cord looking out of it and the harder I pull that cord, the higher the data value, which I would like to send to my PC, should be.
Alternatively, I could also roll up a polyester cord inside the case and would like to get a value of how far I pulled out that cord. Both ways would fit into my project, yet I do not know with what kind of sensors and components I could achieve it. I hope I am in the right place to ask.

Thank you.

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crazynexx:
I would like to build a case with a cord looking out of it and the harder I pull that cord, the higher the data value, which I would like to send to my PC, should be.

Look at load cells.

crazynexx:
Alternatively, I could also roll up a polyester cord inside the case and would like to get a value of how far I pulled out that cord.

Look at "string encoder" or "stringpot". I've heard you can do a DIY one of these using one of those retractable keychains.

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Search for "luggage weight" on ebay.
There's probably some pull load cell inside.
Leo..

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Thank you very much. Your answeres gave me quite the input i was looking for. I guess the string encoder might be the cheapest and easiest way to go.