Is LiquiCell bulky? No. It is a very thin pad that works best when a very small amount of liquid is used. In most cases the LiquiCell pad weighs significantly less and is dramatically less bulky than competitive forms of padding. Why is LiquiCell so thin? Too much liquid is counterproductive because it will cause the rise of force with the rise of the imprint of the body (depth of the body) into the cushion (pressure build up). Instead of pressure build up, the liquid in LiquiCell provides a thin layer of fluid on the entire contact surface, that has a friction coefficient of zero (comparable with that of a layer of ice), and thus allowing free movement without introducing shear force at the contact area. Will LiquiCell leak or burst? LiquiCell Technologies has perfected a manufacturing process to the point where LiquiCell pads are designed and built to withstand very high load pressures; load points that exceed industry standards. Using an independent laboratory, LiquiCell pads over and over again, throughout the years, have withstood load pressures that are in excess of the various product needs. Under normal usage and operations LiquiCell will not burst or leak unless the outer skin is physically punctured or degraded. How does LiquiCell compare to gel, foam and air? No other form of padding addresses soft tissue shear stress like LiquiCell. For relief of discomfort it is imperative that shear forces are reduced to the greatest extent. See Competitive Analysis » Is LiquiCell affected by temperature? No. LiquiCell tends to ambient temperature, and in fact the viscosity of the fluid changes very little between -40°F and +300°F. What else can LiquiCell be used for? Applications for LiquiCell are wide and varied. Wherever the human body comes in contact with another object, friction (shear) is present--this is an opportunity for LiquiCell. Currently LiquiCell can be found in, or is being designed and tested for a wide range of products. See In Development » What is the cost for a LiquiCell pad? LiquiCell is designed specific to each product application and therefore its cost is based on size and fill volume needed for its design. It is comparable in price to other forms of padding. What is the viscosity of fluid in LiquiCell? The viscosity is very near 1 (water). Is LiquiCell customizable? Yes. Most all LiquiCell pads are designed specific to the product application and need. Do LiquiCell pads come in different thicknesses? There is a relative fill volume per LiquiCell pad design. This fill volume is based on the product application. How do I get started developing the appropriate LiquiCell pad for my product? Click here to learn more » Where should LiquiCell be placed for optimum benefit? To attain the greatest benefit from LiquiCell it should be placed as close to the body as possible; this may be directly against the skin or just beneath the covering surface material. Return to the Top