BACK pressure monitoring
Tactilus Sensors Tecnology

BACK

Foot Insole Sensor Systems

The Tactilus® Back Sensor is a high-precision pressure mapping system engineered to measure real-time pressure distribution between the human body and backrest surfaces in medical and clinical environments.

Specifically optimized for back support analysis, it provides detailed insight into pressure exerted along the spine, lumbar region, and upper back during seated contact.

Technical specifications

N° of Sensors 32 × 32 (1,024)
Technology Piezoresistive
Max. Scan Speed Up to 100 Hz
Compatibility Windows
Connection USB / WiFi
Pressure Range 0 – 5 PSI (0 – 0.35 kg/cm²)
Min. sensor size Custom from 0.39 in (10 mm)
Minimum Thickness 30 mils (0.76 mm)
Max. Sensor Size 17 × 17 in (43 × 43 cm)
Accuracy ±10%
Substrate Fabric
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Features and functionality

The system enables accurate evaluation of material positioning, density, and compliance, supporting the development of ergonomically optimized backrest designs. It is ideally suited for medical chairs, patient seating systems, rehabilitation equipment, and clinical workstations.

Data collected by the sensor is processed through advanced Windows® software, delivering high-resolution pressure maps, in-depth statistical analysis, and comprehensive design-support tools. By reducing the number of physical prototypes and testing iterations, the Tactilus® Back Sensor accelerates development cycles while enhancing comfort, posture support, and clinical performance.

Benefits

  • Anthropometric Feature: Measures and reports body attributes and somatotype
  • Chiropractic Diagnostic Package
  • Consumer Database: Tracks customers, sales performance, and response-to-sale ratios
  • Multilingual Software: Available in Spanish, Chinese, German, and French
  • Private Branding: Custom branding on hardware and software
  • Retail Environment Version: Touchscreen panels with graphical user interfaces
  • Scientific Analysis Package
  • Wireless Capability

Software