Smart Materials. Smarter Sensing.
Discover how NanoSen’s proprietary Force Sensing Impedance (FSI) technology combines polymer nanocomposite materials with dedicated impedance-based readout electronics to enable precise and reliable force measurement. Our sensing solutions are ultra-thin, flexible, and designed for real-world applications.
At NanoSen, we develop flexible force sensing solutions based on advanced polymer nanocomposite materials and our proprietary Force Sensing Impedance (FSI) technology. This system-level approach combines thin, adaptable sensing layers with dedicated readout electronics to create reliable force sensing solutions for robotics, automation, research, and other demanding applications.
How it works
NanoSen’s polymer nanocomposite consists of a flexible polymer matrix containing conductive nanoparticles. The material can be produced in thin layers and adapted to different sensor geometries, making it suitable for integration into flat, curved, and space-constrained surfaces.
When mechanical force is applied, the electrical impedance of the polymer nanocomposite changes. Contact electrodes and NanoSen’s proprietary FSI readout electronics capture and evaluate this change, converting the material response into stable and repeatable force measurement data.
The sensing performance therefore results from the interaction of the polymer nanocomposite, electrode configuration, and dedicated FSI electronics – not from the sensing material alone.
Key Advantages
Flexibility
Ultra-thin and flexible sensing layers adapt to curved, compact, and application-specific geometries.
Stability
Dedicated FSI readout electronics enable stable and repeatable force measurements.
Sensitivity
Detects subtle force changes for precise force and pressure measurements.
Adaptability
Sensor geometry, sensing layout, and interfaces can be adapted to specific application requirements.
From Material to System
NanoSen’s technology goes beyond individual sensor elements. Our system-level approach enables both single-point force measurement and force distribution sensing, using the same combination of adaptable polymer nanocomposite materials and proprietary Force Sensing Impedance (FSI) technology. This creates a scalable platform for rapid prototyping as well as application-specific sensor development.
Where Our Technology Comes to Life
NanoSen’s Force Sensing Impedance (FSI) technology enables reliable force measurement in applications where precision, flexibility, and measurement stability are essential.
It is used in areas such as:
- Force distribution measurement
- Tactile interaction and feedback
- Material characterization and load testing
- Prototyping and system integration
Wherever reliable force data must be captured under real-world conditions, our system-level approach provides a flexible foundation for application-specific sensing solutions.
Development Support for Application-Specific Solutions
Not every sensing challenge can be addressed with standard components alone.
NanoSen supports customers with application-specific and
custom sensor development – from initial idea to functional prototype.
This includes adapting material layouts, sensor geometries, and system configurations to meet specific technical requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is made from a polymer nanocomposite (PNC), combining a medical-grade polymer with conductive nanoparticles.
The material is produced as sheets with minimum dimensions of 15 cm x 15 cm and maximum dimensions of 45 cm x 40 cm.
Yes, individual sensor pieces can be easily cut from the sheets and paired with a suitable electrode to create customized force sensors.
NanoSen specializes in large-scale manufacturing of force sensing materials, offers customized sensor designs and scalable solutions, and provides expert support from product selection to implementation.
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See It in Action
Experience our PNC technology in motion:
Watch the videos below to see the flexibility, sensitivity, and robustness of our sensors.
Introduction
This short explainer video introduces Polymer Nanocomposite (PNC) technology, highlighting its composition, properties, and advantages in force sensing.
Sensor Kit Unboxing
Hands-on demonstrations showcasing the PNC force sensing material in action. This video shows real-time measurements of force applied to the material and visualizations of data output.
PNC Properties – Robustness
A series of short clips demonstrating the robustness of our PNC material with dynamic and static load tests as well as a demonstration of its overload resistance.
