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FlexiForce®: The Smart Load Sensing Solution for
Home Monitoring and Safety Systems
BACKGROUND:
As force sensing technology continues to evolve, so can the quality of life for elderly people and
their families. A group at Massey University’s School of Engineering and Advanced Technology
recently investigated the feasibility of incorporating a bed sensor as part of a wireless home
monitoring system for an elderly person or disabled person living alone. The system is centered
around a customizable database that logs a person’s routine daily activity patterns in the
home. If activities deviate to a certain degree from the established pattern, caregivers can be
notified. For example, if the person always gets out of bed at 7:00 am, but by 8:00 am they
have not left the bed yet, it could indicate a problem and can alert loved ones via text message
that they should check in to be sure there is no emergency.
SOLUTION:
Tekscan’s FlexiForce® sensor was incorporated into the bed check monitoring portion of the
system. FlexiForce was chosen because of its reliability, cost-effectiveness, and ease of integration.
FlexiForce sensors are strategically placed underneath the bed legs to determine if a
force is being exerted on the bed (confirming whether someone is lying on it). The sensors
were calibrated in such a means that the system could confirm that the force on the bed is
exerted by the human subject rather than a pet or an inanimate object.
| FlexiForce force sensors are ultra-thin (0.008"), flexible, non-obtrusive printed circuits. Their
construction allows for easy maneuvering and an exclusive fit, even during the most delicate of
procedures. FlexiForce sensors are fully customizable to suit your unique OEM
application. Standard sensors are also available for proof of concept, or for a quick,
low quantity, R&D solution.
Source: (2008) IEEE Sensors Conference, Gaddam, A., Gupta, G., Mukhopadhyay, S., Necessity of a Bed Sensor in a
Smart Digital Home to Care for Elder People, 1340-1343. |
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Benefits
- Ultra-thin sensor construction and flexibility means
minimal interference/disturbance to normal action
- Accurate response gives your customers and end users confidence
in the performance of your product
- Knowledgeable/experienced technical staff
help you develop the most effective, economical
sensor based on your specific requirements.
All manufacturing takes place at ISO 9001 &
13485 certified Tekscan Headquarters.
- 100% factory inspection ensures your sensors meet established performance
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Industries:
- Athletic Equipment Manufacturers
- Consumer Product Manufacturers
- Medical Device Manufacturers
- Military
- Educational
- Government Agencies
- Automotive
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With FlexiForce Sensors, You Can:
- Detect and measure a relative change in
force or applied load
- Detect and measure the rate of change in force
- Identify force thresholds and trigger appropriate action
- Detect contact and/or touch
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