Piezoelectric materials, of which piezoceramic materials are a subset, are useful because they can generate an electrical charge from a physical force & mechanical deformation.
By Liam Critchley
26 Mar 2019
Fuel level sensors allow vehicle operators to monitor fuel consumption and determine when to refill the tank
By Liam Critchley
26 Mar 2019
High-resolution cameras, based on charge-coupled devices (CCDs) & complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) image sensors, have been replacing traditional cameras in microscopy.
By Benedette Cuffari
26 Mar 2019
In this article, we look at the many types of sensors used in commercial aircraft.
By Liam Critchley
25 Mar 2019
In this article, we look at the ways in which sensors are used to measure various properties of a lubricant to ensure that it is still fit for use.
By Liam Critchley
5 Jun 2019
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are a broad range of organic chemicals containing carbon and hydrogen.
By Kerry Taylor-Smith
5 Mar 2019
Some non-invasive glucose monitoring devices are based on sensors using near-infrared, mid-infrared or Raman spectroscopy and photoacoustics.
By Benedette Cuffari
26 Feb 2019
Most sensors operate using semiconductors and are therefore called semiconductor sensors.
By Dr. Liji Thomas
13 Feb 2019
Encoder sensors have been developed and tested for their usefulness when applied to electron microscopy (EM) systems.
By Benedette Cuffari
4 Feb 2019
Non-destructive testing is an integral part of structural and material testing - it allows for the detection of physical properties.
By Isabelle Robinson
22 Jan 2019