On capacitive touchscreen technology

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The discussion focuses on the workings of capacitive touchscreen technology, specifically regarding the conductivity required from objects to trigger sensor responses. The original poster is studying electrical engineering and is seeking clarity on the resistance that modifies the electric field on the screen to detect X,Y coordinates. There is some confusion between capacitive and resistive touchscreens, but the main interest lies in understanding how different materials can affect the touchscreen's functionality. The poster emphasizes the role of finger conductivity in activating the screen and is looking for insights on alternative materials. Overall, the conversation aims to clarify the principles behind capacitive touchscreens and their sensor activation mechanisms.
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I am currently studying electrical engineering and for my thesis i`m working with touchscreens, mainly the mobile smartphone type of touchscreens , after long long searches I have not yet come to an answer , i am trying to find out what is the resistance that modifies the low electric field that flows on the screen, and triggers the sensors that pinpoint the X,Y coordinates.
I hope i was clear and not many misspells went by me , not a native english speaker here so ... sorry in advance .
 
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Tibi said:
I am currently studying electrical engineering and for my thesis i`m working with touchscreens, mainly the mobile smartphone type of touchscreens ,

your thread title said capacitive touchscreen, your text talks about resistive

so which do you want to know about, capacitive or resistive touchscreens ?
 
davenn said:
your thread title said capacitive touchscreen, your text talks about resistive

so which do you want to know about, capacitive or resistive touchscreens ?
I think I didn't make myself clear enough , capacitive screens usually work when the finger conducts the flow of current form the surface of the screen ,I'm wondering what conductivity does another object need to have to trigger a response from the sensors.
 
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