Evaluate Heat Sink Contact Pressure Background High density, active, electronics emit energy that can raise their temperature leading to failures. Heat sinks are secured to components to dissipate their heat. Challenge For the heat sink to function properly, even contact must be achieved between the...

Glove Comparisons Using Pressure Distribution Challenge Accurate grip pressure measurements are extremely important for development of ergonomically sound products. Achieving reliable grip measurements is a difficult task. Solution Tekscan's Grip™ system provides detailed pressure profiles, forces...

Evaluate Gas Mask Seal Pressure Distribution Challenge A close-fitting seal between a gas mask and the contours of a person's face and head is essential to keep unwanted chemicals from being inhaled. The interface pressure must be very light, or the wearer will reject the mask as uncomfortable. The...

Measurement & Analysis Of Fuel Cell Pressure Distribution In a fuel cell, numerous thin plates are stacked in close proximity to separate the flows of hydrogen or hydrocarbons and oxygen. In addition to proper stacking pressure, applied clamping torque may also affect contact distribution within a...

Headphones Comfort Design Using Pressure Distribution Challenge Designing comfortable fitting headphones can be a difficult task. Product design engineers must be able to design a product that is comfortable across a vast population of people, while keeping manufacturing costs low. Solution The I...

Evaluate Automotive Trunk Lid Seals With Pressure Mapping The illustrations below show a small selection of the data collected by the I-Scan™ pressure mapping system as an automobile trunk lid closes on the seal and paper thin (0.1 mm) sensing array. The Force verses Time graphing feature shows how...

Tactile Pressure Sensors for Seal Design Testing Challenge Compare two different rubber “dog seal” designs to determine which has better sealing performance along its perimeter. Solution The I-Scan™ pressure mapping system and 5101 sensor were used to measure the pressure distribution and pressure...

Civil and Geotechnical engineers and researchers must consider the behavior of earth materials when developing designs and construction methods. A critical part of understanding this relationship and assessing risk is determining the force and pressure exerted when objects are moving or in contact...

Improving Catalytic Converter Design & Handling With Pressure Measurement Tighter regulatory emission standards have forced manufacturers to design greater surface area into the catalyst to dilute emissions even further. Measuring the pressure applied in the assembly process has become more...

Quantify Lizard Bite Forces with Flexible Sensors Background: For the past seven years, a Montana family has gone to Desolation Canyon, Utah, for a white water rafting and camping trip. As years have gone by, they have noticed the large number of lizards living in the area and always wondered how...