Using satellite-based hyperspectral sensors that can capture images of Earth beyond the visible light we can see with our eyes, startup Orbital Sidekick provides valuable global monitoring services to customers around the world.
Researchers from Italy, in a recent Scientific Reports article, detailed the creation of a biodegradable paper-based sensor using a polylactic acid (PLA) emulsion ink. Incorporating eco-friendly materials like carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and silver flakes, the study highlights a significant step towards sustainable electronic device manufacturing, demonstrating the potential for greener electronics with enhanced functionality and reduced environmental impact.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
22 May 2024
Researchers from the Shibaura Institute of Technology have developed a device using a flexible tactile sensor to assess fine finger movements.
Scientists at the University of Bath, United Kingdom, working in collaboration with industrial partner, Integrated Graphene, have created a new type of chemosensor (demonstrated for lactic acid sensing) which functions with electricity but without the need for reference electrodes or battery power.
Chinese researchers present a comprehensive review of smart hydrogel sensors' role in revolutionizing healthcare. Highlighting their accuracy, versatility, and contribution to early warning systems, the paper explores future research directions aiming to enhance sensor performance and expand applications in personalized medicine and beyond.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
21 May 2024
Researchers have developed sensitive nanomaterial biosensors, specifically ZnO/PANI-DBSA and Fe2O3/PANI-DBSA composites, for detecting bacterial signaling molecules like C6-HSL in industrial settings. These sensors offer a cost-effective, efficient method for monitoring biofilm formation and microbial-influenced corrosion in oil and gas fields.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
20 May 2024
A new sensor developed at Janelia Research Campus is providing scientists with the best view yet at ATP levels inside living cells, allowing them to study in greater detail than ever before how fluctuations in this cellular currency affect the cell and contribute to disease, according to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences journal.
Precision sensor supplier Micro-Epsilon has updated the C-frame version of its thicknessGAUGE series of inline thickness measurement systems for precise thickness measurements of strip materials, plate and sheet.
Vietnamese researchers have developed a novel fluorescent sensor using chitosan-coated Mn-doped ZnS nanomaterials to detect ampicillin (AMP) with high sensitivity and selectivity. This innovation, detailed in Scientific Reports, offers a simple yet powerful biosensing platform for effective antibiotic resistance management.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
16 May 2024
In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, Chinese researchers introduced an innovative approach, the Incremental Majority Voting Isolation Forest (IMV-IForest), for early detection of roller faults in industrial conveyor systems. By integrating this framework with distributed fiber optic sensing, they aimed to overcome the limitations of traditional fault detection methods, enhancing maintenance practices in conveyor systems.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
15 May 2024
Engineers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Nanyang Technological University, along with several companies have created a small and low-cost method for identifying and measuring lead levels in water.
Researchers have developed battery-less smart skins utilizing 5G technology and millimeter wave (mmWave) reflect-array-based sensors for self-monitoring megastructures. These sensors offer wide interrogation angles, high sensitivity, and precise strain monitoring in composite materials, revolutionizing structural health monitoring by providing continuous and accurate data without the need for batteries.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
14 May 2024
Researchers introduce a highly sensitive dual-gas detection system using photoacoustic spectroscopy (PAS) with a single-longitudinal-mode solid-state laser. Leveraging the tunability and stability of the solid-state laser, the system achieves exceptional sensitivity and accuracy in detecting multiple gases simultaneously, paving the way for enhanced gas sensing applications in various fields.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
13 May 2024
A group of Brazilian researchers led by professors Bruno Janegitz of the Federal University of São Carlos and Thiago Paixão of the University of São Paulo (USP), who heads the Electronic Tongues and Chemical Sensors Lab (L2ESQ), have now presented a very inventive solution that involves printing electrochemical sensors on fallen tree leaves. The research was published in the journal ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering.
Researchers from Australia present a novel approach utilizing customized Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) and optical cross-correlation for enhanced gas detection. By mimicking gas absorption bands, this technique offers high specificity and sensitivity, ensuring accurate detection across various concentrations and environmental conditions.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
9 May 2024