Manual

10 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR

INTEGRATION

The sensor can be integrated into your prototype product for evaluation and testing

in different ways. Common integration options are:

(a) fastening by friction

(b) double-sided adhesive tape

(a) is a non-destructive option and can be realized e.g. by positioning the sensor as a

layer between the product surface and a protective layer.

HINT: The area above the four single tactile sensors can be used to secure the sensor

in place, e.g. with a latch. This area is insensitive to applied pressure.

HINT: Make sure that any protective layer is applied with enough pressure to secure

the sensor, but not to activate the resistive readout. Too much pressure can trigger

the resistive readout or reduce the possible bending radius with true zero readout.

(b) can provide better adhesion and can make additional ﬁxings unnecessary. However,

it may not be possible to remove the tape or sensor without damaging the sensor.

ATTENTION: Adhesive tapes or other adhesives can make it impossible to remove the

tape or the sensor without damaging or destroying the sensor.