Sensor

This wearable sensor for plants efficiency measures water

The plant sensors have been successfully tested in lab and pilot field experiments.

Jan 04, 2018, 16:38 PM IST

New optical device can detect drugs, explosives

The sensor consists of two layers of metal with an insulator sandwiched in between.

Aug 01, 2017, 15:56 PM IST

Developed – New wearable, breathable skin sensor that can monitor health

Scientists at the University of Tokyo say the wearable device, that can be worn for a week without discomfort, is so light and thin that users forget they even have it on.

Jul 18, 2017, 13:57 PM IST

Your breath may soon be the only thing you need to decode your health symptoms!

Researchers chose a material that is highly reactive to ammonia but not to other compounds in breath.

May 21, 2017, 15:08 PM IST

Soon, a sensor to detect vitamin B12 deficiency!

Vitamin B12 deficiency is associated with an increased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

Oct 18, 2016, 14:00 PM IST

This sensor can allow you to talk to your shirt, blanket!

Scientists have developed a sensor called SansEC short for "without electrical connection” which can allow you to talk to your shirt or blanket.

Jul 07, 2016, 19:14 PM IST

Wearable sensors can monitor your sweat in real-time

 Engineers at a US university have developed wearable sensors that can monitor your sweat in real-time, providing meaningful information about your state of health.

Jan 28, 2016, 17:14 PM IST

New sensor detects low levels of female hormone 

The sensor, developed by the researchers from Victoria University of Wellington, has a simple design and gives real-time readings.

Nov 30, 2015, 11:19 AM IST

Mini sensor lets smartphones monitor your sleep

Researchers have developed a miniature gas sensor that can be connected to smartphones to monitor air quality and sense how well a person sleeps.

Aug 30, 2015, 18:06 PM IST