SkinLink introduces a modular approach to on-skin prototyping, utilizing flexible components for adaptable wearable sensors that conform to body movements.
Researchers from Tampere University have developed the first soft touchpad capable of detecting the location, force, and contact area without using electricity. Traditionally, electronic sensors have been required for such functionality, but this new touchpad utilizes pneumatic tubes embedded within the device to sense objects without electrical power. The study was published in Advanced Intelligent Systems.
Northwestern University researchers developed a mobile motion capture system using AI and smartphone sensors to offer real-time full-body tracking. This low-cost, accessible technology democratizes immersive experiences and has applications in education, healthcare, and entertainment
Autonomous driving, personalized infotainment and connected vehicle capabilities are essential to delivering the next generation of mobility experiences. Vehicles are becoming equipped with an increasing number of sensors, including LiDAR, radar and cameras.
A review article in Sensors outlines how wearable and portable devices are transforming sports biomechanics and training science. The studies reviewed demonstrate how these devices enable real-time data collection in natural settings, providing valuable insights for athletes and coaches.
Researchers in Turkey have developed a real-time sign language recognition (SLR) system using wearable sensors, as detailed in the journal Sensors. Combining surface electromyography (sEMG) and inertial measurement units (IMUs), the system translates sign language into text or speech, achieving a high accuracy rate and promising to improve communication for those with hearing impairments.
In a study published in Biosensors and Bioelectronics, Dr Kim Joohee from the Bionics Research Center at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST, Director Oh Sangrok) and Professor John A. Rogers from Northwestern University collaborated to create a convenient sweat monitoring device that delivers drug stimulation through the skin without physical activity.
Researchers have developed a soft hydrogel-based bioadhesive interface to attach sensors to soft and fragile marine animals without causing harm. Published in Nature Communications, the study showcases the interface's rapid, robust, and non-invasive adhesion, enabling large-scale sensor deployments to study marine biomechanics, behaviors, and interspecific interactions.
Researchers introduced a novel approach to cardiovascular health monitoring by integrating a stroke-volume allocation (SVA) model with wearable sensors. Through comprehensive experiments and clinical trials, they demonstrated the effectiveness and accuracy of this model in assessing vascular age and detecting cardiovascular diseases, offering a promising solution for real-time monitoring and early intervention.
Researchers in Iran developed a pioneering sensor for simultaneous rotary and linear displacement measurements using soft pneumatic sensing chambers (SPSCs). This advancement addresses the limitations of traditional sensors, offering precise and flexible sensing capabilities crucial for various applications.
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