Wherever hydrogen is present, safety sensors are required to detect leaks and prevent the formation of flammable oxyhydrogen ...

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Researchers from the Institute of Metal Research (IMR) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed an innovative flexible sensor that can simultaneously detect strain, strain rate, and ...

A dual resonator graphene sensor measures pressure with exceptional precision and stability, using built-in temperature compensation to maintain accuracy across wide pressure and temperature ranges.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Though the meaning of smart home varies depending on who you ask, with so many useful smart sensors for your home, if your home isn't smart, ...

One of the joys of writing up the entries for the 2025 Component Abuse Challenge has come in finding all the different alternative uses for the humble transistor. This building block of all modern ...

1 Hydrosciences, Postgraduate College-SECIHTI, Texcoco, Mexico. 2 Hydrosciences, Postgraduate College, Texcoco, Mexico. Soil temperature dynamics play a crucial role in various soil processes and ...

Designing an analog circuit can be a frustrating experience, as noted by Nick Cornford in his Design Idea (DI), “DIY RTD for a DMM.” With a fortnight’s struggle, I completed the design of 4 mA to 20mA ...

It's a little fussy to set up, but gives real insights into how your body is responding to hot weather exercise. Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a ...

Smart thermostats can save you energy and time, but they've always had one drawback: They're stuck to the wall. However, there's now an answer for this that results in energy savings, improved ...