Capacitive measurements of PDMS Micro sensors for limp-socket interface
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Author list: Wichito T., Pengwang E.
Publisher: Hindawi
Publication year: 2014
eISSN: 1745-4557
Languages: English-Great Britain (EN-GB)
Abstract
Micro shear sensor is one of very powerful tools for designing and developing of medical devices, especially for prostheses and orthotics. With modern technology of Micro-Electrical Mechanical Systems (MEMS) processes, developments of small shear sensors are enabled with soft and flexible polymeric materials such as Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). A purpose of this study is to study mechanisms and overall system of this micro shear sensor. Moreover, designing a new structure of micro shear sensors are also main focuses to ease problems and injuries for patients as well. Nevertheless, study of relationships between changes in capacitance and displacement of these sensors will be formulated in order to ensure that the system is efficient for shear force. Products from this project can lead to technology transfer via classroom project and relevant research. Moreover, academic publications will be beneficial for scientists, targeted patients, and interested people. In additional, this technique can be used for industries, hospitals, and laboratories to further study about the possibilities for using them in other applications too.
Keywords
Capacitive measurements, Limp-socket interface, Micro sensors
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