The tactile sensor industry is on the brink of a significant transformation, propelled by manufacturing breakthroughs and the increasing incorporation of advanced sensor technologies into everyday products. As we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible, the gap between innovative research and commercial success is expected to close, ushering in a new era of sensor technology that's more sensitive, adaptive, and integrated than ever before.
Tekscan, a pioneer in the realm of tactile sensing, has been at the forefront of market innovation. Originating from a groundbreaking thin-film flexible pressure sensor prototype developed by MIT engineers, the company has since developed an extensive understanding of market dynamics and application requirements.
This expertise highlights an impending convergence of factors—a "perfect storm"—where sensor innovation combined with manufacturing advances meet an escalating demand driven by essential market needs.
This four-part series (see below) takes a deep dive into the advances and manufacturing of these ever-more ubiquitous sensors (stay tuned for Part 4, which is coming next week).
About the Author
John Jutila
CEO, Tekscan
John Jutila is CEO of Tekscan, a global leader of tactile sensor solutions. John previously held CEO positions at Ripley Tools, a supplier of infrastructure installation solutions, and Champion ONE, an optical networking technology company, as well as several positions at Nokia, including VP Strategy & Operations for Global Strategic Alliances, COO of the Strategic Industries Division EMEA Region, and North American Division President for Optical Fiber solutions.
John has also held key executive positions at Asahi Kasei/Polypore for microporous membrane technology, InterDigital for advanced mobile phone technology, and HP/EDS for IT outsourcing. He holds a DBA from Grenoble Ecole de Management, an MBA from the University of Toledo, and a BBA in Venture Management from The Wharton School.