Design, Fabrication and Calibration of an Embroidery Textile Tactile Sensor Array
摘要
This paper presents the development and evaluation of an embroidery textile tactile sensor, designed for advanced pressure mapping applications. Utilizing a unique embroidery technique with conductive threads and incorporating a Velostat piezoresistive layer, the sensor array is configured in an 8 \(\times \) 8 grid, offering multiple contact detection over large areas. The sensor’s performance is validated through several experiments, including quasi-static loading and pressure mapping with various weights and hand gestures. This research proposes a flexible, scalable solution for tactile sensing that is both cost-effective and high-performing. The findings indicate significant potential for the sensor in real-world applications, promising advancements in how tactile information is captured and utilized.