Force sensor with compressible electrode
US8621942B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 3, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49002
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sensor includes a first electrode and a second, compressible electrode. A dielectric layer separates the first electrode from the second electrode. At least one of the first and second electrodes compress responsive to force, increasing capacitance between the first and second electrodes.
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