Researchers in Singapore have developed a strain-sensing actuator for rehabilitation and diagnostic devices for patient mobility and dexterity.
Sensors
Long-term Stretching of Silicone Dielectric Elastomers with Soft Fillers
It is shown that soft fillers significantly influence the long-term stability of silicone elastomers.
Facet-controlled nanocrystals for catalysis and sensing
Facet-controlled synthesis strategies for Cu2O-based nanocrystals are reviewed and properties that make them suitable for numerous applications in sensing and catalysis are highlighted.
Highly Detective Photodetector Based on Graphene-Silicon Heterojunction
Researchers devise a highly detective photodetector based on graphene-silicon heterojunctions with interface improvement by introducing a thin interfacial oxide layer.
Mimicking human skin with haptic pressure sensors
Chen et al. have developed haptic memory arrays which can detect and retain external pressure distribution.
Modeling, Design and Development of Soft Pneumatic Actuators
This work presents a design tool for soft pneumatic actuators using finite element method adaptable to a range of soft materials and design parameters.
Quantum Cascade Lasers
Steady progress turns multi-wavelength quantum cascade laser arrays into a powerful versatile source for next-generation spectroscopy and stand-off detection systems.
Don't touch: Operating displays with moisture
A new sensor technology could enable touchless displays that respond to moisture emitted by the human body.
A Flexible and Sensitive miRNA Biosensor
Low concentrations (10 × 10−15 M) of the disease biomarker microRNA-21 (miRNA-21) can be detected by a flexible biosensor.
International Year of Light: Whispering Gallery Mode Microcavities
The fundamentals and the advances in the fabrication methods of whispering gallery mode cavities, as well as their application prospects are presented in this review article.
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