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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Foot pressure distribution and timing information provide valuable insight on a variety of biomechanical and neurological disorders, as well as aiding in treatment and prevention of wounds caused by high foot pressure. Our systems give you foot pressure insights however you need to collect them -...

Background Having proper nip roll alignment is crucially important for high-volume printing press machines. Five minutes of run time on misaligned rolls can result in thousands of dollars in damaged product. Depending on the size and location of the nip, taking nip measurements can be difficult...

Background Most electronic assembly processes are performed by high-precision robotic systems. These systems are tasked to properly move and insert delicate components onto a circuit board. As a result, the assembly robots must be checked frequently for changes in alignment that can occur with...

Background The food packaging industry must always maintain high standards for their packaging seals. These standards are to protect the consumer from tampering and/or receiving damaged product. Sealing bars are used to properly seal two parts of a package in a high temperature environment, and...

Background Ultrasonic welding machines are used to create uniform seals, which are vitally important for containing products like contact lenses. In the ultrasonic welding process, thermoplastics are bonded together through the use of heat and applied force. A damaged seal can result in leaky...

Background As motorbike riders control the majority of a bike's functions with their hands (steering, adjusting the throttle, and using the front brake or clutch), hand dexterity performance is crucial for safe riding. Even minor changes to control inputs can cause a rider to lose control of their...

Walkway™ Assesses Bovine Knee Replacement David Anderson, DVM, used Tekscan's Walkway™ animal gait analysis system on an 8-year-old Jersey dairy cow named Wilhelmina to determine her level of lameness post-surgery. Wilhelmina sustained a breeding injury in December 2007 when the cruciate ligament in...

Pressure Sensing Technology in Dr. Scholl's® Custom Fit™ Orthotics Kiosks The Challenge: Dr. Scholl's® wanted to implement a technology that would help customers select their appropriate foot orthotics based on their unique foot pattern. The Solution: Dr. Scholl's partnered with Tekscan, Inc. to...

Force Sensing Used for Manual Trailer Brake Development GHSP, an innovator in the automotive industry for over 50 years, prides itself on developing products with engineering and design that is sleek and innovative. For this reason, GHSP chose the FlexiForce™ force sensor for the Odyssey II. This...

The F-Scan™ Leads to Better Treatment Outcomes in Podiatry Practice Michael DeBrule, DPM Marshall, MN A light bulb moment comes when you suddenly realize something of great importance. Cue up a mental image of a purple cartoon cat with a light bulb above his head who suddenly realizes how to catch a...