Pressure Mapping, Force Measurement & Tactile Sensors

Tekscan's sensors and systems provide critical force and pressure data in various environments including research and development, quality assurance, and testing as well as human and animal health care & research settings worldwide.

Pressure Mapping Systems

Tekscan’s complete pressure mapping systems consist of sensors, data acquisition electronics, and software which runs directly on your laptop or desktop PC. With various options for sensor models and software add-ons, we provide solutions to upgrade your system as your needs evolve.

General Purpose System

The general purpose pressure mapping system measures interface pressure between two surfaces, utilizing a thin and flexible sensor. With many options for sensors and data acquisition electronics, the system is a modular toolkit for a variety of pressure mapping applications.

Map interface pressure
Analysis tools provide insights for a better understanding of surface behavior
Versatile research toolkit (configurable sensors, electronics, software)

Application-Specific Systems

	Tire Footprint Capture static or dynamic tire footprint pressure patterns for tread analysis.
	Body Pressure Measure pressure between a human body and support surface to assess comfort, design, and ergonomics.
	Grip/Ergonomics Measure and evaluate static and dynamic pressures while grasping objects
	Nip Measurement Verify uniform pressure distribution between rollers by capturing nip pressure profile data in real time.
	Windshield Wiper Evaluate wiper blade force profiles and pressure distribution to improve system performance.

Force Sensing Solutions

FlexiForce sensors and force measurement systems allow users to measure, analyze, and verify various applications and products. Used across industries (ranging from medical, manufacturing, academics, etc.), these thin, flexible sensors enable the easy collection of accurate force data.

	FlexiForce ELF System The ELF Force Measurement System is a complete load and force measurement system with multi-point sensing and high speed capabilities.
	FlexiForce WELF 2 System The Wireless ELF 2 System is a user-friendly, load measurement system, which transforms your PC or laptop into a complete force measurement instrument.

Not only are FlexiForce sensors ideal for test and measurement applications, they can also be customized to meet the specific needs of OEMs. Based on the customer’s requirements, the sensors’ shape, size, and material can all be customized. A couple of examples are provided below.