Smart Materials. Smarter Sensing.
Discover how NanoSen’s polymer nanocomposite (PNC) material and force sensing impedance technology transform mechanical force into reliable electrical data — thin, flexible, and designed for real-world applications.
At NanoSen, we develop next-generation force sensing materials based on polymer nanocomposites (PNC): a functional combination of flexible polymers and conductive nanomaterials engineered for precise force measurement. This unique structure allows our thin-film materials to precisely detect changes in pressure, compression, and touch. When paired with our proprietary readout electronics, they form a powerful and adaptable platform for smart sensing solutions .
How it works
The PNC material consists of a soft, elastomeric polymer matrix integrated with conductive nanoparticles.
This structure enables thin-film sensor materials that respond predictably to mechanical inputs such as pressure, compression, and touch.
Due to their mechanical flexibility and electrical functionality, PNC materials can be processed into ultra-thin sensing layers and integrated into flat or curved surfaces.
When combined with NanoSen’s proprietary readout electronics, the material forms the basis of a scalable force sensing impedance technology.
In NanoSen’s force sensing impedance measurement, mechanical force applied to the PNC material results in a measurable change in electrical impedance.
This provides a stable and repeatable signal that correlates directly with applied force.
Unlike traditional sensors, NanoSen’s PNC films are:
Key Advantages
Flexibility
Ultra-thin and bendable — adapts seamlessly to curved, wearable, or compact designs.
Durability
Resistant to stress and fatigue — built for long-term stability and performance.
Sensitivity
Capable of resolving subtle force changes across a wide measurement range.
Adaptability
Customizable geometry and easy integration with USB or I²C communication.
From Material to System
NanoSen’s technology is not limited to individual sensor elements.
The system-level approach supports both single-point force measurement and force distribution sensing, allowing scalable sensor architectures based on the same material and measurement principle. This makes the technology suitable
for rapid prototyping as well as application-specific system development.
Where Our Technology Comes to Life
NanoSen’s force sensing impedance technology enables reliable force measurement in applications where precision, flexibility, and long-term 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 accurate force data must be captured under real-world conditions, the combination of PNC materials and force sensing impedance measurement provides a robust foundation.
Not every innovation fits into a category — that’s why we offer tailored sensing concepts for new use cases. Our team supports customers from idea to prototype with custom sensor design and integration.
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.
