Capskin has developed a novel soft sensor design with a dense network of sensors that can be shaped into different forms and combined with textiles. Our wearable sensor can measure pressure and stretch forces. We use deep learning algorithms to reconstruct human shape and motion from Capskin sensor measurements. The first product is the Capskin Sensor Socks. It is thin, soft, stretchable, and reusable; like ordinary socks. It measures pressure around the foot and foot movement in the shoe. Our Capskin Studio wirelessly records sensor readings and displays 3D pressure distribution in real-time. This novel solution is designed for footwear developers and orthopedists, and provides valuable insights in improving the adaptability and fit of shoes.
Location: Switzerland, Zurich
Employees: 1-10
Founded date: 2020
Investors 2
| Date | Name | Website |
| - | DART Labs | dartlabs.i... |
| - | Serpentine... | serpentine... |
Mentions in press and media 6
| Date | Title | Description |
| 08.04.2022 | Serpentine Ventures invests in smart socks | |
| 30.03.2021 | Capskin obtains capital to bring footwear to the next level | |
| 30.03.2021 | Capskin obtains capital to bring footwear to the next level | Founded in 2020 by Oliver Glauser and Lukas Sommerhalder and supported by a skilled team, Capskin is an early-stage startup developing soft sensors for capturing motion, shape and pressure. Shaped into wearables and coupled with analysis so... |
| 23.09.2020 | Startups Developing Sensor Socks, Precision Diagnostics for Cancer Treatment, Perovskite Solar Cells and an AI-based Platform to Mentor Python Code Writing Each win CHF 10,000 | Capskin: Sensor socks for better footwear Shoes have an enormous impact on our health, comfort and performance in work, leisure and sports. Creating and adapting optimal footwear is therefore crucial. Countless professionals work on this co... |
| 19.06.2020 | Nine start-ups on a virtual stage | Organised by Startup INVEST, the Virtual Venture DAY matches selected deep tech start-ups with investors. At the upcoming event on 25 June, start-up INVEST expects more than 200 participants – of which over 70 per cent are investors. Beside... |
| 19.06.2020 | Nine start-ups on a virtual stage |