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Refining Robotic Gripper Performance

High-resolution sensors are needed for greater precision and responsiveness in the design, testing, and monitoring of grippers used in robotics and industrial automation. Force sensing is essential for safe human interaction and for handling fragile tasks. Grippers in humanoids, collaborative robots, and robotic arm integrations that require compact, high-accuracy measurements use Interface load cells, mini load buttons, and multi-axis sensors.

Improving Manufacturing Logistics Using Precise Measurements

Interface sensor technologies integrate real-time force, tension, weight, and torque data into daily logistics operations, providing manufacturers with the visibility needed to eliminate bottlenecks, protect expensive handling machinery, and maintain the continuous throughput required in modern fulfillment. Precise measurements between mechanical equipment and digital warehouse controls drive efficiency and operational improvements across the factory.

5-Axis Load Cells 101

An Interface 5-axis load cell is a multi-axis sensor designed to resolve complex multi-directional loading into three orthogonal forces and two bending moments (Fx, Fy, Fz, Mx, and My). By combining multiple sensing elements into one precisely machined structure, a 5-axis load cell provides comprehensive measurement of complex loading conditions that conventional single-axis load cells cannot accurately capture. Learn more in 5-Axis Load Cell 101, part of Interface's 101 Series.
Earth from Space

2027 International Sales Meeting

Interface's exclusive ForceLeaders Summit will take place on August 20, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Join us for an advanced technical workshop on test and measurement. Topics include new load cells, instrumentation, best practices, complete systems, testing tools, sensor use cases, and valuable tips. Our force measurement seminars bring together experts and engineers working on projects across industries, including robotics, rockets, aircraft, manufacturing, industrial automation, energy, medical devices, and general testing programs. Together, we will discuss load cells, torque transducers, calibration, systems, applications, advancements in digital and wireless technologies, and multi-axis sensors. Most importantly, we will answer your questions. These are fast-paced, technical, hands-on events. Registration is required; seating is limited.

Mastering The Signal Chain in Test and Measurement

In test and measurement, Interface defines the signal chain as the interconnected hardware and software continuum that converts a physical event into validated engineering units. It encompasses the raw strain gage bridge from a load cell, regulated excitation sources, local analog conditioning, filtering, high-resolution digitization, network transmission, and the final analytical software interface. Learn engineering tips, application highlights, and why modern test and measurement requires planning for the entire signal chain to preserve data integrity.

Technical Validation of Water Safety Equipment Across Maritime Applications

Interface provides load cells, submersible load pins, and wireless telemetry systems for water safety testing and equipment validation. Accurately measuring force, torque, tension, and weight is critical to validate safety for personal watercraft and gear, lifeboat davits, commercial mooring lines, rescue robots and hoisting equipment.
Complex Testing 6 Axis Bx8 DAQ

Complex Testing with 6-Axis Load Cells and BX8 DAQ Instrumentation

Interface 6-Axis Multi-Axis Sensors and BX8 Instrumentation Complete Systems are designed for complex test and measurement applications. Discover how combining an Interface 6-Axis Load Cell with the high-speed BX8 DAQ eliminates channel crosstalk using real-time hardware matrix math.
Moment 101

Moment 101

Interface's 101 Series defines moment as the measure of a force's tendency to cause rotational movement, bending, or tilting when applied at a distance from a fixed point or axis. In force measurement, moment is the physical displacement or rotation that occurs when an unbalanced force acts on an object, and measuring moment in multi-axis sensors provides critical data for a variety of industry applications. Learn more in Moment 101.
Digital Twins

Digital Twins Bridge Physical Stresses and Virtual Models in Test and Measurement

Interface sensor technologies are used in digital twins for structural testing, fatigue monitoring, and model validation. A digital twin uses force or torque inputs of load, torque, and weight to bind virtual simulations to actual mechanical behavior. By integrating Interface load cells, torque transducers, wireless telemetry systems, and digital instrumentation into your digital twin framework, you eliminate simulation drift and ground your virtual assets in real physical evidence.