Articles tagged with Sensors
Michael Vasilyev, a UTA professor, was recognized as a Fellow of the International Society for Optics and Photonics (SPIE) for his achievements in nonlinear-optical signal processing. He solved the problem of making all-optical regenerators process multiple data channels at once, reducing cost, size, and power consumption.
Researchers at Stanford University found that birds utilize drag to support their body weight during takeoff, employing lift as a brake in landings. This new understanding challenges conventional wisdom about the role of drag and lift in flight.
Researchers at NIST have created a high-resolution camera with over 1,000 sensors to detect chemical signs of life on other planets and dark matter. The camera's success is crucial for future space-based telescopes and NASA's Origins Space Telescope project.
Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute have created a wearable baby oxygen monitor that measures blood oxygen levels wirelessly and accurately. The device has the potential to improve healthcare outcomes for sick infants and adults with respiratory conditions.
A new protocol, On-Off Noise Power Communication (ONPC), extends Wi-Fi signal range by over 60 meters using software updates. The innovation requires no new hardware and can supplement existing Wi-Fi networks.
Researchers from FEFU and international colleagues develop a multi-purpose sensor using nanotextured gold film, enabling trace-level molecule detection in liquid and gas environments. The sensor's sensitivity is attributed to resonant optical properties of nanoantennas created by femtosecond laser printing.
Scientists are developing a highly sensitive detector capable of sensing single photons, which could be crucial for finding Earth-like planets around other stars. The detector leverages Quanta Image Sensor technology and has several advantages, including the ability to operate at room temperature and resistance to radiation.
A new laser-based sensor called LAMBDIS effectively detects buried objects while a vehicle is in motion, overcoming the challenge of existing technologies' sensitivity to environmental vibrations. It achieved comparable results to traditional laser Doppler vibrometers in laboratory and field tests.
The new sensor uses metamaterials to eliminate the need for a dielectric filter, reducing size and energy consumption. It can detect gas concentrations with high sensitivity, using less energy than commercial systems, making it ideal for automotive, consumer electronics, and medical applications.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have developed a portable breathalyzer that can detect tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in a user's breath. The device uses carbon nanotubes to measure THC levels and has been shown to be comparable to mass spectrometry methods.
A tiny fibre-optic sensor has the potential to save lives in open heart surgery and during surgery on pre-term babies. The continuous cardiac flow monitoring probe is a safe way to give real-time measurement of blood flow.
A hair-sized probe developed by scientists can measure key indicators of tissue damage deep in the lung, improving patient assessment and treatment. The technology offers fast, accurate measurements and flexibility to add more sensors, applicable to other body regions and inflammatory diseases.
Scientists at Tohoku University create a displacement sensor to measure the gravity of extremely small masses, shedding light on the nature of gravity in quantum regimes. The research enables experimentation with gravitational coupling between small masses, paving the way for new discoveries.
A new protein-based sensor can detect tiny amounts of lanthanides, a crucial component of smartphone screens and electronics. The sensor uses a shape change to bind to the metal, allowing for rapid and inexpensive detection at the location of sampling.
Researchers at KAUST developed a new sensor using fluorinated metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) that can detect critical gas parameters for human comfort and safety. The MOFs can selectively remove sulfur dioxide from flue gas with high affinity, making them suitable for carbon capture and storage applications.
A smart fabric system developed by Dartmouth College researchers uses off-the-shelf fabrics to monitor joint rotation and provide real-time feedback for athletic coaching and physical therapy. The wearable is lightweight, washable, and comfortable, achieving a low median error of 9.69º in reconstructing elbow joint angles.
Researchers developed a heat-resistant sensor system that precisely monitors industrial drying, baking, and cooking processes. The system improves product quality, optimizes the production process, and lowers energy demands.
A new study published in npj Digital Medicine found that a wearable tracking device called Tingle achieves higher accuracy in position tracking using thermal sensors. The device was able to distinguish between behaviors directed toward six different locations on the head, potentially aiding in the diagnosis and management of conditions...
Researchers at Saarland University have developed magnetic field sensors that can detect biomagnetic fields produced by the human body under normal ambient conditions. The sensors can detect signal strengths far below a billionth of a tesla, enabling non-contact medical diagnostics and geophysical applications.
Researchers from MSU and WUSTL are rolling out the next phase of testing by installing up to 2,000 sensors to explore logistics and provide useful monitoring data. The goal is to transform bridge preservation/management economics and improve maintenance with condition-based maintenance.
NASA technologist Mahmooda Sultana is advancing a revolutionary nanomaterial-based detector platform capable of sensing gases, atmospheric pressure, and temperature. The technology enables miniaturization of sensors, simplifying integration and packaging, with potential applications in space exploration and human health.
Scientists at the University of Toronto are developing a new nanoparticle sensor technology to detect and visually identify pathogens that cause Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs). The system, called OptiSolve Insight, will enable rapid detection and effective decontamination of surfaces, potentially reducing illness rates.
A new technique using micropipette force sensors measures the tiny forces exerted by living cells and microorganisms with high precision. The method allows for testing the reaction of cells to environmental factors and has potential applications in biomedicine, such as identifying drugs for infectious diseases.
A NASA-industry team successfully built and demonstrated a prototype quantum sensor for satellite gravimetry, enabling highly sensitive gravity measurements. The sensor employs atom interferometry, a technique that could revolutionize next-generation geodesy, hydrology, and climate-monitoring missions.
A new graphene-based sensor design can detect multiple substances simultaneously, including bacteria and pathogens, offering improved food safety. The sensor's high sensitivity and adjustable properties make it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Researchers at NIST made measurements of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) a hundred times faster than before, resolving fine details of transient motions. This breakthrough allows for quicker repetitive testing and assessment of durability in miniature mechanical systems.
MIT engineers have created a new technique to detect electromagnetic signals in the brain using minimally invasive MRI sensors, enabling spatially accurate pinpointing of electrical activity. The sensors can also detect light produced by luminescent proteins, expanding their potential applications in neuroscience and beyond.
Researchers developed flexible piezoelectric acoustic sensors for improved speaker recognition, achieving sensitivity over two times higher than conventional sensors. These sensors enable 97.5% accurate speaker recognition and diverse voice detection in various environments.
Researchers at WSU have developed an implantable, biofuel-powered sensor that runs on glucose from body fluids to monitor biological signals. The sensor has shown high sensitivity in processing physiological and biochemical signals, making it a promising tool for disease detection.
Researchers have developed a new sensor that uses the mbira instrument to detect toxic substances and counterfeit medications. The sensor can distinguish between different liquids by their density, making it a potential tool for detecting counterfeit medication.
A new sensor based on a 3,000-year-old African musical instrument can detect adulterated or counterfeit drugs. The device measures the density of any liquid, revealing whether it has the same ingredients as a known product.
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology developed a fluorescent protein sensor that can provide real-time information on dynamic changes in oxygen levels. The ANA sensor shows very high sensitivity in tracking changes in oxygen content.
Researchers from the University of Surrey developed a fiber-based sensor that can detect lithium concentration levels in blood, providing an easy-to-use alternative to invasive blood samples. The sensor is ready to use and doesn't require pre-conditioning, making it ideal for people with bipolar disorder and depression.
Researchers at OIST have created a new sensor design using hollow glass bubbles to detect tiny particles, increasing sensitivity and efficacy. This technology has potential applications in detecting toxic molecules in water and blood-borne viruses in rural areas.
Researchers equip a US bridge with sensors that can detect cracks and alert maintenance engineers, increasing supervision of critical areas and extending structure lifetimes. The system uses Comparative Vacuum Monitoring sensors that can detect tiny cracks smaller than the thickness of a dime.
Scientists developed a wireless tagging device that detects spoiled food using NFC labeling tags and smartphone signals. The sensor can detect biogenic amines, giving decomposing meat its bad odor, and transmits this information to nearby smartphones.
A University of Central Florida team has designed a nanostructured optical sensor that can efficiently detect molecular chirality, a property defining biochemical properties. This technology has the potential to identify chiral drugs and proteins with high accuracy, revolutionizing drug development and understanding diseases.
Researchers developed a sensor that can detect halitosis with high sensitivity and portability, providing doctors with a convenient test for diagnosing the condition. The sensor uses a color-changing chemical reaction to detect traces of hydrogen sulfide gas in breath samples.
Researchers developed a wireless, stretchable hybrid electronic system for real-time sodium monitoring in the oral cavity. The device integrates miniaturized chip-scale technology and microstructured sensors to measure sodium intake wirelessly.
Two randomized controlled studies show a 65% improvement in treatment group and a 27% improvement in patient-rated measures compared to sham stimulation. The therapy has few side effects, with most participants reporting improvement after receiving treatment.
Scientists have developed a portable sensor array that can detect tiny amounts of chemicals emitted by humans, even at levels as low as three parts per billion. The device is light, affordable, and compact, making it ideal for first responders to carry or drones to use in search and rescue operations.
Researchers are developing a miniature collision detection sensor system that could drastically improve the safety of autonomous vehicles. The ULTRACEPT project combines near-range collision detection, long-range hazard perception, and thermal-based collision detection tools to overcome current limitations.
Researchers at KAUST are designing hybrid optical-acoustic sensors to collect high-quality data while minimizing noise pollution. The new system uses acoustic and optical signals for communication, allowing accurate location tracking and reducing energy consumption.
Researchers have developed a fast gluten detector that can detect and quantify different sources of gluten than current tests, providing more accurate results. The new test is faster, taking only 45 minutes, and can sense less than 20 parts per million of gluten, meeting the FDA's limit for 'gluten-free' designation.
Researchers have discovered a two-dimensional metallic material called MXene that can detect gases at very low concentrations, improving the sensitivity of chemical sensors. This could lead to early diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as ulcers, diabetes, cancer, cirrhosis, multiple sclerosis, and kidney disease.
A new report describes a soft, flexible contact lens that monitors glucose levels in tears through wireless circuits, glucose sensors, and displays. The device can deliver real-time sensing results and alerts users if glucose levels are too high, offering potential for pre-diabetes screening and daily monitoring.
A new silicon-based sensor developed by TU Wien measures electric field strength without distortion, with potential applications in weather forecasting, industrial process control, and high-voltage power line safety. The sensor achieves impressive levels of precision, reliably measuring weak fields of less than 200 volts per meter.
The Space Debris Sensor (SDS) will track orbital debris between .05mm and 3mm in size for two to three years, providing near-real-time impact detection capabilities. The sensor will help researchers map the entire orbital debris population and plan future sensors to mitigate damage from debris.
Researchers at NIST have demonstrated a quantum method for detecting digitally modulated magnetic signals that can travel through building materials and water. The technology has the potential to improve communication range and accuracy in environments where GPS signals are weak or unreliable.
A University of Sydney team has developed quantum control techniques to enable ultra-sensitive quantum sensors that can identify tiny signals while rejecting background noise. The new protocols reduce spectral leakage by many orders of magnitude over conventional methods, with applications in medicine and defence.
Researchers have developed a low-cost sensor using adhesive tape to analyze both liquid and solid samples, improving the accuracy of paper-based sensors. The device detects heavy metal ions in water without displacing indicator ink, making it reliable for environmental testing.
Researchers developed a transfer technique to grow high-performance gallium nitride gas sensors on sapphire substrates, which can be transferred to metallic or flexible polymer support materials. The new process doubles sensitivity and boosts response time by a factor of six.
Researchers have developed a new method using synthetic DNA aptamers to measure cocaine's effect on the brain in real-time with high resolution. The study aims to answer whether age-related differences are due to neuron sensitivity or drug concentration in specific brain areas.
Researchers have developed a portable and affordable wearable sensor, a ring that can detect chemical and biological threats, revolutionizing external threat detection. The device, designed with fashion in mind, offers a compact and non-invasive solution for widespread adoption.
Researchers at MIT have developed a flexible sensor that can be ingested to diagnose gastrointestinal disorders such as slow digestion and monitor food intake. The sensor measures the rhythmic contractions of the digestive tract, providing valuable information on stomach movement.
Researchers at Kyoto University have developed a more advanced radar-based device that can accurately measure the body's vital signals without attaching cumbersome wires. This technology has great promise for remote health monitoring and could potentially be integrated into household appliances to monitor residents' vitals.
Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology propose a new way to gather and share information during natural disasters that does not rely on the internet. Using edge computing, mobile phones, routers, and other hardware can create a network, enabling emergency managers and first responders to share and act on information gathered fr...
Researchers use aerial drones to visualize Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) in the York River, allowing for more efficient and cost-effective water sampling. The drones provide high-resolution images that complement satellite imagery and enable researchers to identify toxic algal species.
New leaf sensor technology measures plant water stress and detects wilting points, allowing for precise irrigation. The system uses a smartphone app to manage details, promising significant improvements in water-use efficiency.
Researchers have developed a DNA sensor system to measure Topo II enzyme activity, which is crucial for anti-cancer therapy. The system achieved synchronous detection of both Topo II and Topo I in human cell extracts, providing new insights into cancer treatment.