Keyword: Sensors and actuators

Stories

Global Innovations: Electronics & Computers
Graphene-Based Sensor Technology for Wearable Medical Devices Offers Sensitivity, Flexibility
A next-gen sensor uses an innovative material called G-Putty.
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Briefs: Test & Measurement
Moving One Step Closer to Personalized Anesthesia
The device continuously measures the blood concentration of propofol.
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Briefs: Wearables
Wearable Accelerometer Could Reduce Falls for Seniors
Worn on the fingertips like a thimble, the wearable helps reduce postural sway.
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Features: Test & Measurement
Next-Gen POC Diagnostics: Electronic Measurement Technology Driven by Global Demand for COVID-19 Testing
Many new companies entering the market are planning a diagnostic roadmap of capabilities beyond their entry point of COVID-19 testing.
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R&D: Photonics/Optics
Ultra-Sensitive, Small Optomechanical Ultrasound Sensor
An optomechanical ultrasound sensor on a silicon photonic chip provides unprecedented sensitivity due to an innovative optomechanical waveguide.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Algorithms, Wearables Help Monitor Parkinson’s
Scientists have developed algorithms that, combined with wearable sensors, could help clinicians to monitor the progression of Parkinson’s disease.
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Briefs: Wearables
E-Health Patches Monitor Pulse and Blood Pressure
The wireless patches power themselves with harvested energy.
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Global Innovations: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Gold Nanoparticles Enable Long-Term Implantable Sensor ‘Tattoo’
The nanogold is implanted under the skin where it reports changes in drug concentrations by changing its color.
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R&D: Medical
Low-Voltage, Low-Power Pressure Sensors Monitor Health
Ionic hydrogels with tiny pyramidal microstructures help to increase the pressure sensitivity that can be measured.
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R&D: Nanotechnology
Biosensor Measures Extracellular Hydrogen Peroxide
Researchers have developed a sensor for measuring concentrations of hydrogen peroxide in the vicinity of cell membranes, with nanometer-resolution.
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R&D: Medical
Wearable Sensor Measures Lactate Concentration in Real Time
Researchers have developed a soft and nonirritating microfluidic sensor for the real-time measurement of lactate concentration in sweat.
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Briefs: Wearables
Affordable Smart Patches Capture Multiple Vital Functions
Patches with wireless sensors monitor vitals without interruption.
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R&D: Nanotechnology
Wearable Sensor Monitors Health Using Saliva and Tears
Wearable sensors would be placed near the tear duct or mouth to collect biofluid samples.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
The Challenges of Handheld and Wearable Medical Device Batteries
Batteries must meet high power capacity, small physical size, and reliability requirements.
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Features: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Leading Women in Engineering & Science: Jennifer Zhao, Executive Vice President and General Manager, ams Advanced Optical Sensors Division
Zhao's team looks to find the presence of both COVID-19 antigens and antibodies in lateral flow or PCR tests.
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R&D: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Platform Monitors Gut Microbiome
Scientists are developing a platform that can monitor and model the real-time processing of gut microbiome serotonin activity.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Wearable Electronics for Continuous Cardiac, Respiratory Monitoring
The small sensor allows detection of subtle movements.
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R&D: Medical
Spiderwebs Inspire 3D Photodectors
Researchers used some architectural features from spiderwebs to develop 3D photodetectors for biomedical imaging.
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Briefs: Medical
Ultra-Thin, Highly Sensitive Strain Sensors Improve Robotic Arms
The sensors improve the safety and precision of industrial robotic arms.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Sensors for ‘Smart’ Wound Bandage Track Healing, Immune Response
Wearable sensors monitor certain biomarkers during healing.
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Briefs: Medical
Respirator 2.0: New N95-Alternative Introduces Sensors for a Better Fit
The respirator earned a 100 percent success rate for fit testing.
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Briefs: Medical
Device Combines Biosensors and Artificial Intelligence to Recognize Hand Gestures
The device paves the way for better prosthetic control.
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Features: RF & Microwave Electronics
Designing Rugged Myoelectric Interfaces for Highly Functional Prosthetics
New sensors and high-performance microwiring are extending the performance of active myoelectric prosthetics.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Magnetic Brain Waves to Detect Injury and Disease
The achievement could increase the understanding of the brain's connectivity and detect signs of traumatic brain injury, dementia, and schizophrenia.
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Briefs: Medical
Implantable Sensor Could Measure Bodily Functions and Safely Biodegrade
Sensors need to be flexible, stretchable, biodegradable, safe, and stable for use in the body.
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Briefs: Medical
Sensor Can Detect Scarred or Fatty Liver Tissue
Diagnosing liver damage earlier could help to prevent liver failure in many patients.
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Briefs: Medical
Ultrathin Pressure Sensor Attaches Directly to Skin
The sensor measures how fingers interact with objects.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Flexible Sensor Offers Less Hysteresis
Flexible TRACE sensor patches can be placed on the skin to measure blood flow in superficial arteries.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Wearable Pressure-Sensitive Devices
A gelatin-based hydrogel addresses the problems presented in constructing wearable pressure-sensitive sensors.
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INSIDER: Medical

Ultrathin Nanotech Promises to Help Tackle Antibiotic Resistance

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Quiz: Medical

Medical Technology on the PGA Tour

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INSIDER: Medical

Breaking Barriers in Drug Delivery with Better Lipid Nanoparticles

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Features: Materials

Hydrogels as a Drug-Delivery Medium

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Features: Medical

Overcoming Blockers to Digitizing Manufacturing Operations

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INSIDER: Medical

Smart Pill Tracks Key Biomarkers in Real Time

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John Chandler on Achieving Quality Motion Control
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FAULHABER MICROMO brings together the highest quality motion technologies and value-added services, together with global engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing, to deliver top quality micro motion solutions. With 34 years’ experience, John Chandler injects a key engineering perspective into all new projects and enjoys working closely with OEM customers to bring exciting new technologies to market.

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Webinars: Medical

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Upcoming Webinars: Manufacturing & Prototyping

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Podcasts: Materials

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Webinars: Medical

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Podcasts: Medical

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Rapid Precision Prototyping Program Speeds Medtech Product Development

Rapid prototyping technologies play an important role in supporting new product development (NPD) by companies that are working to bring novel and innovative products to market. But in advanced industries where products often make use of multiple technologies, and where meeting a part’s exacting tolerances is essential, speed without precision is rarely enough. In such advanced manufacturing—including the medical device and surgical robotics industries — the ability to produce high-precision prototypes early in the development cycle can be critical for meeting design expectations and bringing finished products to market efficiently.