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Step 5Wrapping the Pads - Complete Sensor
We wrapped the sensors in a sponge to make them more rugged. The sponge will take most of the brute force (remember we built them to resist punching and kicking), while staying rigid enough to not continuously compress the sensors when they aren't being pressed. This protects the main pads and helps to push back against any material, or device, within which you may want to hide the pad.
Cut a piece of sponge that is slightly larger (5-10mm) on each edge and a little more than 2x longer than the size of an individual pad.
Place the pad loosely on the sponge.
Fold the sponge over and tape the 3 open edges.
You have a complete sensor.
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If you want, you can test the responsiveness of the pads with an Arduino.
The pads work quite well.
Cut a piece of sponge that is slightly larger (5-10mm) on each edge and a little more than 2x longer than the size of an individual pad.
Place the pad loosely on the sponge.
Fold the sponge over and tape the 3 open edges.
You have a complete sensor.
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If you want, you can test the responsiveness of the pads with an Arduino.
The pads work quite well.
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