Flexible sensor technology opens up new possibilities in medical technology and wearables
How can movements, forces and touch be measured precisely without restricting natural movement or compromising wearing comfort? This is one of the key challenges addressed by Delfa Systems. At MEDICA 2026, the company will showcase the potential of flexible sensor technology for medical applications and healthcare.
From 16 to 19 November 2026, the deep-tech company based in Neunkirchen, Germany, will exhibit as a co-exhibitor of Wearable Technologies AG in Hall 12, Booth D54.
EAP sensor technology: Precision meets flexibility
Delfa Systems’ sensors are based on electroactive polymers (EAP). These innovative materials change their electrical properties when mechanically loaded, stretched or deformed. These changes can be used to precisely detect forces, pressure, touch, strain and movement.
One of the key advantages of this technology is its flexible design. The thin, stretchable sensor elements can be adapted to different geometries and integrated directly into materials and systems. This enables precise measurements without significantly affecting the intended application.
Smart Textiles and Wearables
The integration of sensor technology into textile materials is particularly promising. Sensors embedded in clothing, straps and other textile structures can detect movements and body posture without significantly compromising wearing comfort.
Delfa Systems will demonstrate this potential at MEDICA with a demonstration glove featuring integrated EAP sensors. The sensors capture hand movements and finger positions, making them available for digital analysis.
This opens up a wide range of potential applications, including:
Movement analysis and rehabilitation: Capturing and analysing movement patterns and joint positions.
Smart Textiles: Integrating intelligent sensor technology directly into textile materials.
Digital assistance systems: Detecting hand movements and gestures as a basis for interactive applications.
Motion Capturing: Digitally capturing hand movements and finger positions.
Sign language translation: Using captured hand and finger movements as a basis for digital translation solutions.
Sensor technology that adapts to the application
With its EAP technology, Delfa Systems aims to bridge the gap between high-performance measurement technology and practical, everyday applications. Sensors do not have to be rigid, visible or disruptive. They can be integrated directly into materials and applications while still delivering meaningful measurement data.
MEDICA provides an opportunity to discover this technology and discuss specific applications and future development opportunities with Delfa Systems.
Visit us at MEDICA 2026!
16–19 November 2026
Hall 12, Booth D54
Co-exhibitor of Wearable Technologies AG
We look forward to meeting you and discussing the future of intelligent sensor technology.
