Applications

Pressure and Force Measurement Applications

Tekscan's pressure and force sensors and measurement systems are used in a wide variety of OEM, Research and Development, and Clinical applications. If you don't see your application listed below, contact us to discuss the opportunity.

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Force Sensors for Sports / Fitness Sports and fitness devices designed with force sensors result in real-time, accurate monitoring devices that can measure both force feedback and pressure distribution. Our thin and flexible sensors allow for a non-intrusive design that can measure both small and...

Fox's Sport Science uses Tekscan's in-shoe and grip systems to measure the performance of Chris Lowery, Jordan Farmar, and Santonio Holmes in three separate skill tests. Here's the video: Want more information on our Sports Performance applications? Download the flyer now!

Successful Orthodontic Treatment Starts with Digital Occlusion Orthodontic treatment is now more accessible than ever with Invisalign, Six Month Smiles and braces for adults. While most patients seek ortho for cosmetic reasons, it is important for you to maintain a healthy occlusion so these...

T-Scan™ Reveals Occlusal Contacts and Extreme Forces in Veneer Cases Whether using composite or porcelain, veneer artistry is critical to the function and form of a patient's bite. T-Scan™ allows dentists to see timing and levels of force across the dentition. This helps reduce fracture potential...

Educate New and Existing Patients and Increase Case Acceptance Many dental practices include T-Scan™ as a screening tool during new patient exams and hygiene recare appointments as a way to identify occlusal issues and treat them before they become a problem. Showing your patients 2D and 3D...

Achieve Optimal Occlusal Loading with T-Scan™ Research studies show that 54% of patients experience prosthetic complications1. Although implant dentistry is the best option for most patients improper loading of these implants and crowns can lead to a number of prosthetic and surgical complications...

T-Scan™ Data Provides Context to Bite Discrepancies in Full Mouth Restoration Cases Among the most complex procedures in dentistry, full mouth reconstructions require a treatment plan that revolves around teeth, periodontal tissues, temporomandibular joints and muscles, and esthetics. T-Scan™ is a...

Balancing Squeegee Pressures Using Pressure Measurement Challenge A misaligned squeegee can lead to poor print quality, inconsistency, and considerable product defects, increasing costs and product waste. Solution The I-Scan™ force and pressure mapping system is a key diagnostic and machine set-up...

Pressure Distribution of Printer Ink Cartridge Seal Challenge Ensuring a proper seal between an ink cartridge cap and cartridge body is vital for proper performance of a printer. A weak seal can cause leaks, clogging of pen nozzles and overall poor printing performance, resulting in high warranty...

Pressure Measurement Improves Packaging Machine Sealing Jaws Performance Challenge A poor quality seal produced by a packaging machine can result in large quantities of product waste for a manufacturer. This can be a result of uneven bars, low forces or worn parts in the clamp sealing assembly...