Brighter Signals develops high-depth signals tactile perception sensors that accurately measure touch similar to human perception. Their patented technology provides actionable data for machines and robots to react instantly to environmental changes. This sensing capability is targeted for integration across automotive, robotics, and healthcare industries.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional pressure sensors are limited in their ability to accurately measure nuanced tactile information such as pressure sensitivity and density. This limitation necessitates the use of multiple sensors to approximate complex tactile data, leading to increased system complexity, noise, and cost. Consequently, advanced applications like precise occupancy detection and detailed environmental interaction remain challenging to implement effectively.
Solution
Brighter Signals has developed a patented tactile perception technology that enables single sensors to capture high-depth signals, accurately measuring touch sensitivity and density. This proprietary approach utilizes a unique fabric composition with a semiconductive layer between conductive layers, allowing for precise measurement of pressure, movement, and strain. By transforming fabrics into highly sensitive sensors, Brighter Signals provides a more robust and cost-effective solution for machines and objects to perceive their environment. This technology enhances product intelligence and safety across various industries by enabling more sophisticated interaction and data capture.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes manufacturers and developers in the automotive, healthcare, and robotics sectors seeking to integrate advanced tactile sensing capabilities into their products for enhanced performance and user experience.
Features
- Patented tactile perception technology utilizing a semiconductive fabric layer for high-density signal capture.
- Single-sensor capability to measure pressure sensitivity (force applied) and touch density (movement and strain).
- Proprietary fabric sensor solutions, alongside necessary hardware and software for data analysis.
- Enables precise occupancy detection, classification, and continuous monitoring through fabric integration.
- Applicable across diverse form factors, including smart mattresses for patient monitoring and performance tracking in physical therapy.
- Facilitates advanced robotic manipulation by replicating human-like touch for delicate handling and complex tasks.
- Offers a significant improvement over conventional multi-sensor approaches, reducing complexity and cost.
- Foundational intellectual property with granted patents protecting fabric composition and sensor design.