Development of fully soft composite tactile sensors using conductive fabric and polydimethylsiloxane

Jihun Seong, Yeji Han, Suyeon Seo, Min Woo Han

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Abstract

This study presents composite resistive soft tactile sensors combining conductive fabric and polydimethylsiloxane. The sensors utilize the changes in resistance of the conductive fabric when stretched to sense the pressure, while reducing the volatility of resistance of the conductive fabric by embedding the fabric within the elastomer matrix. The sensors have a compact design, a simple fabrication process using cost-effective materials, and a compliant structure. The performance evaluation of 12 samples was conducted to assess their linearity, sensitivity, time responses, and reliability. A particular sample was chosen for its universal applicability, characterized by a rise time of ∼ 0.38 s, a decay time of ∼ 2.71 s, a settling time of ∼ 851.8 s, hysteresis of 21.04 %, and a sensitivity of 0.0362 %/kPa. Finally, potential applications were proposed using the selected sensor, showcasing its capability to support closed-loop systems in the fields of soft robotics and wearable technology.

Original languageEnglish
Article number115702
JournalMeasurement: Journal of the International Measurement Confederation
Volume241
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Feb 2025

Keywords

  • Soft robotics
  • Soft sensors
  • Tactile sensors
  • Textile sensors

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