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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Therapeutic Force-Feedback Device Design One company was developing a small force-sensitive physical therapy device aimed at tracking a patient's recovery progress after a specific medical event. Their mission was to empower patients on their journey to recovery by providing an innovative, user...

Background In high-throughput processing – such as in bottling and food packaging industries – there are several twists, turns and other impacts a product encounters on its way to completion. Quality control personnel take precautions to make sure their systems are running as smoothly as possible...

Tekscan's joint analysis system can be found in clinical and research settings worldwide. See how the Cleveland Clinic BioRobotics Lab used the K-Scan™ to evaluate dynamic joint pressure.

Ensuring Safety with Force Sensing Controls Background: According to OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Association, each year there are roughly 85 forklift fatalities and 34,900 serious injuries. Numerous safety regulations are put in place on an industrial floor to ensure worker protection...

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...

Pinpoint the Source of TMD Issues with Accurate, Digital Data Patients who suffer from TMD and the debilitating side effects it causes are some of the most complex cases in dentistry. With T-Scan™'s digital bite force data; you will feel more prepared than ever to treat (and even cure) TMD patients...

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...

T-Scan™ Data Helps to Address Occlusal Disorders in Splint Therapy Splint therapy and orthotic devices are commonly used to treat occlusal disorders, which are often difficult to diagnose. T-Scan™’s real-time bite force and measurement data can help the dentist analyze the patient’s occlusion before...

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...