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What Is Tactile Sensing?

A technical introduction to tactile sensing technology: what it is, how it works, and why it matters.

Learn how PPS capacitive sensing differs from traditional resistive alternatives in sensitivity, repeatability, and design flexibility, and explore how the technology is applied across medical devices, robotics, ergonomics, automotive, and beyond.

Whether you're evaluating tactile sensing for the first time or looking to understand the engineering behind our sensors, this is the place to start.


chameleon pressure visualization software used for our pressure sensor systems

Chameleon Software

Chameleon is the data visualisation and analysis software supplied with every PPS sensor system. Explore the full feature set — from real-time heat map rendering and 3D pressure visualisation to synchronised video capture, advanced analysis tools, and seamless data export to Excel, MATLAB, and Python. Understand the difference between Chameleon Core and Chameleon Premium, and find out which licence gives you the capabilities your work requires. Built specifically for PPS tactile sensors, Chameleon is designed to turn complex pressure data into clear, actionable insight.


Company

We are proud to comprise of an accomplished, diverse engineering team with over 20 years of experience developing innovative sensing solutions for complex problems. You can expect us to bring knowledge, precision, and quality at every step. Learn more about our history, team, accomplishments, and projects.


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DISTRIBUTORS

PPS tactile sensors are sold and supported through a network of specialist distributors across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia, and beyond. Find your nearest distributor for local application support, pricing, and technical guidance — or explore what's involved in becoming a PPS distribution partner in your region.


Press

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Selecting Sensor & Navigating the Sensor Catalog

Not sure which R&D sensor is right for your application? This guide walks you through selecting the right sensor from our catalog, explaining how to use the database filters - active area, resolution, thickness, and sensor type - to narrow down designs that match your specific requirements, with guidance on what each parameter means and how it affects performance.