Machine learning used to create fabric-based touch sensor
25 April, 2024 by Joey Pitchford, NC State UniversityIntegrated into clothing, the device can control mobile apps, enter passwords and play video games.
Wearable sensor measures real skin feel
24 April, 2024A team of researchers has developed a wearable skin sensor that offers precise, objective and quantifiable measurements of tactile sensations.
Handheld sensor enables rapid detection of multiple bacteria
12 April, 2024Researchers have developed a handheld biosensor that can simultaneously detect multiple disease-causing bacterial species within an hour.
Ultra-thin fibres can turn clothes into wearable electronics
15 March, 2024Researchers have developed ultra-thin semiconductor fibres that can be woven into fabrics, turning them into smart wearable electronics.
Metromatics HBK 3DM-GQ7-GNSS/INS MicroStrain
01 March, 2024 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdThe MicroStrain GNSS/INS navigation sensor is designed to provide positioning and orientation to help guide drones, unmanned vehicles and autonomous robots.
STMicroelectronics VL53L8CX ToF ranging sensor
22 February, 2024 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdThe VL53L8CX time-of-flight sensor from STMicroelectronics is designed to provide ambient-light immunity and low power consumption.
STMicroelectronics ASM330LHHXG1 inertial measurement unit
21 February, 2024 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdThe STMicroelectronics ASM330LHHXG1 inertial measurement unit targets navigation assistance, telematics and theft prevention for enhanced driving convenience.
Sound-powered sensors stand to save millions of batteries
21 February, 2024 by Peter Rüegg, ETH ZurichResearchers at ETH Zurich have developed a sensor that utilises energy from sound waves to control electronic devices. This could one day save millions of batteries.
STMicroelectronics VD55G1 global-shutter image sensor
20 February, 2024 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdThe VD55G1 global-shutter image sensor from STMicroelectronics is designed to capture distortion-free images when the scene is moving or when near-infrared illumination is used.
'Frozen smoke' sensors detect indoor pollutants
15 February, 2024Researchers have developed a sensor made from 'frozen smoke' that uses artificial intelligence techniques to detect formaldehyde in real time.
New sweat-resistant wearable robot sensor
01 February, 2024Researchers have developed an electromyography (EMG) sensor technology that is unaffected by the wearer's sweat.
Würth Elektronik WSEN PDUS differential pressure sensors
22 December, 2023 | Supplied by: Wurth Electronics Australia PtyThe two new WSEN PDUS differential pressure sensors from Würth Elektronik work with an operating voltage of 3.3 V and feature an accuracy of up to ±25% FSS tolerance.
Innovative robotic tech empowers pipe inspection
30 November, 2023Researchers have demonstrated a novel method for inspecting large pipe structures using mobile robots equipped with guided acoustic wave sensors.
New ultra-strong material for microchip sensors
14 November, 2023Researchers have developed a new microchip-based material that demonstrates mechanical properties that are necessary for vibration isolation on a microchip.
Nordic-powered sensors and Memfault remotely supervise machinery lubrication management
08 November, 2023 | Supplied by: Nordic SemiconductorThe GreaseBoss Endpoint employs edge processing capabilities of nRF52833 SoC and Memfault's IoT reliability platform to reduce data transmission and conserve power.
