The science behind the trend for showering in the dark before bed

The latest wellness trend and "sleep hack" involves switching off the bathroom light before stepping into the shower. In the dimness, the water feels louder, the day's visual clutter fades and the ...

Behind the curtain of mouse development: from hand-carving to mechanical flinging, here's how Logitech makes and tests its gaming mice

Accuracy is measured by two machines, one that tests just the sensor across X, Y, and Z axes, and another that tests just the X axis and Y axis, but with the sensor inside the mouse. François Morier, ...
IEEE

Estimating Traffic Load Based on Multilayer Pavement Strain Monitored by Distributed Optical Fiber Sensors

Abstract: Traffic load is a primary factor contributing to the onset of diseases in pavement structures, necessitating its rigorous monitoring and management. Current calibration techniques for ...
University of California

Can our pets really say ‘I love you’? Science is finding out

Pet soundboards allow our four-legged friends to press buttons and express themselves in human language. But is it real? UC ...