loadpad^®: Total force between any objects.

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loadpad force sensors for measuring normal force in biomechanics and industry

The loadpad force sensors were developed by novel for use in a wide range of applications including medicine*, rehabilitation*, sports, ergonomics, biomechanics, and industrial production quality control. The loadpad measures the normal force placed on the sensor area and is therefore the ideal solution for measurements which do not require information about the distribution of force across a surface.

The loadpad measures the normal total force using a thin, flexible sensor. Based on a new patent, it is the first sensor which can accurately assess the total force even if heterogeneously loaded across the sensor surface. The loadpad sensor has matchbox-sized electronics and communicates wirelessly via Bluetooth with a smartphone. The force values are displayed on the smartphone in real time. The user can also receive immediate feedback regarding the applied force via an auditory, visual, or vibratory signal. The measured data can be stored on the smartphone and to the cloud and additionally transferred to a computer for a more detailed analysis. Long-term measurements allow the evaluation of different parameters such as impulse, load frequency or loading rate. 

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loadpad pricing

loadpad always comes in differen sizes and types and is usually purchased as set of multiple. Here you can buy a demo system. Prices strongly depend on quantity. 

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Options:

We offer 2 different loadpad models, in various sizes, depending on your needs. The loadpad and the loadpad HT.

loadpad: measure forces between one soft and one hard object (e.g. measurement between foot and ground); 

 

loadpad HT: measure forces between two soft objects (e.g. measurement between practitioner’s hand and patient).

 

 

loadpad sizes and shapes

The loadpad sensors are available in several standard sizes and with different sensitivity and maximum loads. In order to achieve an optimal adaptation to the intended measuring surface, the loadpad sensor can be produced with different material coverings. The sensor can also be manufactured with a maximum of three sub-areas if it is necessary to distinguish different loads across the sensor surface. The loadpad sensors can be configured accordingly to customer-specific requirements in terms of shape, size, sensitivity, and surface coatings. The loadpad accurately measures a complete assessment of the total force in the normal direction to the sensor.

Name	Typical object/subject	Size in mm	SKU	Pressure range in kPa
loadpad – ad	crutch / assistive devices	105 x 50	L2010	600
loadpad – ch	child’s heel	30 x 30	L2013	600
loadpad – mt	manual therapy	30 x 20	L2012	100, 250, 600
loadpad – mt S	chiropractic application	10 x 10	L2014	600
loadpad – PT M	posturo / foot	200 x 400	L2321	600
loadpad – PT S	posturo / foot	150 x 350	L2320	600
loadpad – rbt	foot robots	290 x 126	L2430	240
loadpad – riders	on horse saddle	335 x 305	L2260	600
loadpad – saf 10.0	any small area force	100 x 100	L2111	600
loadpad – saf 15.5	any small area force	155 x 105	L2110	600
loadpad – stirrup	stirrup	105 x 50	L2011	600
loadpad HT – dfu	diabetic foot	ø 17	L3210	600
loadpad HT – dq	anti decubitus	50 x 50	L3115	600
loadpad HT – hss	hss	150 x 100	L3114	600
loadpad HT – ht M	glove	90 x 80	L3110	600
loadpad HT – mt D	manual therapy	110 x 60	L3116	600
loadpad HT – mt L	manual therapy	110 x 110	L3112	600
loadpad HT – mt M	manual therapy	110 x 50	L3111	600
loadpad HT – mt Mc	manual therapy	110 x 25	L3117	600
loadpad HT – mt S	manual therapy	35 x 25	L3113	600
loadpad HT – ve	Vakuumextraktion	110 x 50	L3211	600

The loadpad measuring software

The loadapp can be modified for specific applications. It is easy to use, offers numerous display options and allows the analysis of various parameters. Data can also be exported to an ASCII file for additional assessment not included within the app. Additionally, the Windows loadpad analysis software offers an extensive evaluation of the loadpad data on the computer.

Brochures & Catalogues:

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Manual Therapy

loadpad Horse