Touchwaves

Touchwaves is a spin-off from TNO that makes next generation wearables. Its products combine haptic feedback, smart textile biosensors and data processing. The company is based at High Tech Campus 31 in Eindhoven, Netherlands.

The site describes three technologies. Human centric haptics give realistic touch feedback. Textile sensors are medical grade sensors built into fabric to monitor vital signs. Smart data processing turns bio signals into training insights.

The sensor work uses printed electronics and textile integrated sensors. The site says these track heart rate, heart rate variability, breathing rate and blood oxygen. The stretchable design is described as patented.

The site lists three uses. In healthcare, it describes touch therapy to support deep breathing for people with stress or anxiety. In defence and security, it describes breathing guidance for performance under pressure. In top sports, it describes recovery support with haptic guided breathing.

The site describes the vest as machine washable and lightweight. It says the vest gives real time breathing guidance. The site names military pilots, elite athletes and healthcare patients as possible users.

The site has a blog, resources and whitepapers, including pages on the cockpit of the future and pilot awareness. Visitors can use a contact form, subscribe to the blog or follow the company on LinkedIn.