Researchers unveiled SOLen, a 3D printed soft optical sensor that guides light with an internal lens for mechanosensing.

Soft sensors, also known as virtual sensors, are software that can process hundreds of measurements in combination. Plant managers who want to add soft sensors may be overwhelmed by the scope of ...

Nanostring discovered that transmits vibrations in cascade: the future of more sensitive, accurate, and innovative sensors.

Human-robot interaction (HRI) is becoming ubiquitous where both humans and robots perform tasks, while reliable robotic sensors are the prerequisite for efficient and safe HRI, especially in ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Human skin is remarkably complex, containing an array of receptors that provide detailed sensory information about our environment through the sense of touch. One unique feature ...

Real-time, in-process monitoring and control is a foundational enabler of Biopharma 4.0. Despite the (apparent) stakeholder buy-in, however, progress in achieving this basic capability has been slow.

Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences The next generation of soft robotics, smart clothing and biocompatible medical devices are going to need integrated soft sensors that ...

Performing modal simulation using a FEM mesh. The design and analysis of an IP67-rated rectangular enclosure. Adding epoxy resin to a vibration sensor enclosure. Mounting techniques for a vibration ...

How a wireless stent can be used for an implanted sensor and inductive link. How the wireless stent was fabricated and used. How the stent’s performance was evaluated. There are multiple options for ...

A sensor-enabled module and accompanying reference design enable OEMs to incorporate digital pen into smartphones, tablets, notebooks, interactive whiteboards, and other smart-display products. The ...