Tactile sensor interprets stress distribution

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28 March 2001 Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services

Sensor Products has developed a system called the Topaq pressure analysis system. Used in conjunction with Pressurex/Fuji Prescale stress indicating films, Topaq can provide a unique perspective of the distribution and actual magnitude (PSI) of pressure between any contacting or impacting surfaces.

Pressurex/Fuji Prescale films instantaneously and permanently change colour in proportion to the amount of pressure applied to them. Topaq, a Windows-based system, scans and interprets the exposed film and produces digitally enhanced images and statistical reports.

Topaq is essentially an instrument used in QC and R&D technology in electronic packaging. Determining pressure distribution within a laminating press for multilayer printed circuit boards and revealing uneven pressure distribution across the nip of rollers on a dry film laminator are just some of its capabilities.

The system is comprised of a scanner, software, technical support and documentation.

For further information contact Bill Ebner, [email protected] or see www.sensorprod.com

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