When the machine touches a person, force is the safety margin

Rehabilitation robots, exoskeletons and therapy devices all work in direct contact with the human body. The difference between effective therapy and injury is often a matter of newtons.

Applications

Rehabilitation robotics

Measure the force a device applies to a limb, and the force the patient applies back. Assist-as-needed control depends on both.

Exoskeletons

Sense the interaction force at the human-machine interface, so the exoskeleton follows intent rather than fighting it.

Physiotherapy devices

Map pressure distribution across a contact surface, not just total force.

Material and safety

Our flexible tactile sensors use medical-grade biocompatible silicone with a customisable elastic layer, conforming to curved surfaces and human skin. Pressure resolution reaches 0.001 N, fine enough to register light contact. IP67 sealing allows repeated cleaning between patients.