Although today’s 3D printers are capable of some amazing things, researchers in MIT’s Media Lab are rethinking the technology and expanding its capabilities. They have found a way to bypass a time-intestive step in 3D printing so that hair-like structures can be printed. They have used their new technique to print “hairs” that can perform sensing, adhesion, and actuation.
It’s not unusual for motors to be loaded with sensors that help monitor a machine’s performance. However, as much as the sensors help with maintenance, they are also prone to failure. Faulty sensors can cause d... Read More...
A team of German researchers developed a sensor that can detect a cable fire before there is any noticeable smell or discoloration. The so-called hybrid sensor has the ability to both detect and analyze gases t... Read More...
Engineers at the University of California, San Diego, have developed a sensor that can be embedded in a mouth guard to monitor health markers in saliva and transmit the information wirelessly. The technology al... Read More...
Anyone who has used Apple’s Siri would likely agree that today's voice-activated technology is far from perfect. While most people are good at focusing on a single voice and ignoring background noise, computers... Read More...
Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH and Melexis have signed a global distribution agreement covering Melexis’ entire product portfolio of sensors, sensor interface ICs, driver ICs and communication ICs.
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As early as next year, an adhesive stamp could be used to assess your health. The finished product will appear quite simple—a sweat sensing electronic stamp will attach to the skin using a water-based adhesive.... Read More...