A wireless network sensor includes a system data store capable of storing a variety of data associated with a wireless computer network and communication transmitted thereon, a communication interface supporting at least reception of wireless communication over the wireless computer network and a system processor. The outer surface of the soft rubber core is modified before the coating is deposited onto the outer surface of the soft rubber core. In an aspect, the dynamic region operates as a back-to-back SCR that snaps back in both positive and negative voltage directions.