Artificial tactile sensing capable of measuring shear and normal forces is crucial for the diverse human-machine interactions and dexterous robotic manipulations. However, existing soft multi-axis force sensors usuall...
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Artificial tactile sensing capable of measuring shear and normal forces is crucial for the diverse human-machine interactions and dexterous robotic manipulations. However, existing soft multi-axis force sensors usually suffer from limited detectable directions and complex coupling mechanisms, limiting their applications in realistic wearable and robotic systems. Here, a hierarchically-interlocked, three-axis soft iontronic sensor is presented with an asymmetrical electrode pattern that leverages the mortise-and-tenon structure and ultracapacitive principle to detect omnidirectional shear and normal forces. The designed sensor facilitates the decoupling process and achieves enhanced sensing performances including high accuracy, fast response ability, and mechanical robustness. Prototypical integration and application of the sensor are demonstrated to perform wearable telecontrol of virtual platforms and assist robot gripper through closed-loop force feedback. A sensing array is further developed to construct a touch panel and identify handwriting based on the continuously measured directions of applied forces. This work may offer a potentially promising solution for the next-generation intelligent electronic skins requiring multimodal tactile sensing information. A hierarchically-interlocked, three-axis soft iontronic sensor is proposed to detect omnidirectional shear and normal forces. Asymmetrical electrode pattern with mortise-and-tenon sensing architecture facilitates decoupling process and achieves enhanced sensing performances. The fabricated sensor can be applied as electronic skins to provide three-axis force feedback for wearable devices and robots. image
Hydrogen is an excellent energy carrier and considered a promising candidate to replace petroleum-based fossil fuels. But there are unsafe factors in the use process of hydrogen. Therefore, it is necessary to develop ...
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Hydrogen is an excellent energy carrier and considered a promising candidate to replace petroleum-based fossil fuels. But there are unsafe factors in the use process of hydrogen. Therefore, it is necessary to develop a commercially viable and highly reliable hydrogen sensor. Here, this review, the findings presented in recent research papers and future directions of solid electrolyte electrochemical hydrogen sensor based is introduced. We discovered that solid-state electrochemical hydrogen sensors have the advantages of portability, miniaturization, real-time monitoring, reliable and fast response. Future development directions will include improvement of material properties, high sensor responsiveness and durability, enhancement of integration and miniaturization, and new material systems, including nanomaterials, composite material. In the future, networking, intelligent and the trend of combining multiple technologies into smart/intelligent detection devices will favor the development of hydrogen sensors in a wide measuring range and better response time (c) 2023 Hydrogen Energy Publications LLC. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Flexibly wearable sensors are widely applied in health monitoring and personalized therapy. Multiple-node sensing is essential for mastering the health condition holistically. In this work, we report a multi-node wear...
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Flexibly wearable sensors are widely applied in health monitoring and personalized therapy. Multiple-node sensing is essential for mastering the health condition holistically. In this work, we report a multi-node wearable optical sensor (MNWOS) based on the cascade of microfiber Bragg gratings (mu FBG), which features the reflective operation mode and ultra-compact size, facilitating the functional integration in a flexible substrate pad. The MNWOS can realize multipoint monitoring on physical variables, such as temperature and pressure, in both static and dynamic modes. Furthermore, the eccentric package configuration endows the MNWOS with the discernibility of bending direction in addition to the bending angle sensing. The multi-parameter sensing is realized by solving the sensing matrix that represents different sensitivity regarding the bending and temperature between FBGs. The MNWOS offers great prospect for the development of human-machine interfaces and medical and health detection.
Recent advances in sensor technology for air pollution monitoring open new possibilities in the field of environmental epidemiology. The low spatial resolution of fixed outdoor measurement stations and modelling uncer...
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Recent advances in sensor technology for air pollution monitoring open new possibilities in the field of environmental epidemiology. The low spatial resolution of fixed outdoor measurement stations and modelling uncertainties currently limit the understanding of personal exposure. In this context, air quality sensor systems (AQSSs) offer significant potential to enhance personal exposure assessment. A pilot study was conducted to investigate the feasibility of the NO2 sensor model B43F and the particulate matter (PM) sensor model OPC-R1, both from Alphasense (UK), for use in epidemiological studies. Seven patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma had built-for-purpose sensor systems placed inside and outside of their homes at fixed locations for one month. Participants documented their indoor activities, presence in the house, window status, and symptom severity and performed a peak expiratory flow test. The potential inhaled doses of PM2.5 and NO2 were calculated using different data sources such as outdoor data from air quality monitoring stations, indoor data from AQSSs, and generic inhalation rates (IR) or activity-specific IR. Moreover, the relation between indoor and outdoor air quality obtained with AQSSs, an indoor source apportionment study, and an evaluation of the suitability of the AQSS data for studying the relationship between air quality and health were investigated. The results highlight the value of the sensor data and the importance of monitoring indoor air quality and activity patterns to avoid exposure misclassification. The use of AQSSs at fixed locations shows promise for larger-scale and/or long-term epidemiological studies.
To measure and analyze the distribution and criticality of submerged fuel debris "in situ" in the decommissioning process of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station (1F), we developed a system for remote...
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To measure and analyze the distribution and criticality of submerged fuel debris "in situ" in the decommissioning process of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station (1F), we developed a system for remote measurement using multiple sensors consisting of the neutron sensor, the sonar, and the sub -bottom profiler (SBP) mounted on a small remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV). First, the locations presumed to contain fuel debris were explored based on the information of the water bottom shape obtained using the sonar and the bottom surface substructure obtained using the SBP. Second, the system identified the location of fuel debris by detecting neutrons emitted by spontaneous fissions of fuel debris using the neutron sensor with diamond elements. Simulated fuel debris was placed at the bottom of a test water tank that simulated the pedestal. In the primary containment vessel (PCV) of 1F, and a verification test of remote measurement was conducted using the ROV mounted on the multiple sensors. The desired results were obtained.
The potential uses of human occupancy detection (HOD) in vehicles are crucial for handling resources, passenger safety, and privacy-preserving technology. In this study, the usage of various sensor systems for noninva...
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The potential uses of human occupancy detection (HOD) in vehicles are crucial for handling resources, passenger safety, and privacy-preserving technology. In this study, the usage of various sensor systems for noninvasive vehicle occupant detection is examined, including millimeter-wave (mmWave) radar, vision-based, and physical sensors. These technologies undergo a thorough review analysis that looks at methods, performance indicators, and use cases before being assessed for robustness, accuracy, real-time capabilities, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. The impact of clutter, scalability, and privacy in car interiors on HOD is also thoroughly discussed. Based on its ability to balance cost, accuracy, and adaptability, frequency-modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) radar is termed the best option for vehicle occupant identification. The study discussed the possible challenges and future direction, as well as provided research opportunities in hybrid sensing systems and advanced machine learning integration to overcome existing constraints.
The way people interact with machines through flexible acoustic sensors is revolutionizing the way we live. However, developing a human-machine interaction acoustic sensor that simultaneously offers low cost, high sta...
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The way people interact with machines through flexible acoustic sensors is revolutionizing the way we live. However, developing a human-machine interaction acoustic sensor that simultaneously offers low cost, high stability, high fidelity, and high sensitivity remains a significant challenge. In this study, a sensor based on a sound-driven triboelectric nanogenerator was proposed. A poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF)/graphene oxide (GO) composite nanofiber film was obtained as the dielectric layer through electrospinning, and copper-nickel alloy conductive fabric was used as the electrode. An imitation embroidery shed structure was designed in the shape of a ring to secure the upper and lower electrodes and the dielectric layer as a whole. Due to the porosity of the electrode, the large contact area of the dielectric layer, and the high stability of the imitation embroidery shed structure, the sensor achieves a sensitivity of 4.76 VPa-1 and a frequency response range of 20-2000 Hz. A multilayer attention convolutional network (MLACN) was designed for speech recognition. The designed speech recognition system achieved a 99.5% accuracy rate in recognizing common word pronunciations. The integration of sound-driven triboelectric nanogenerator-based flexible acoustic sensors with deep learning techniques holds great promise in the field of human-machine interaction.
Strain capacitive sensors are essential to develop various applications, such as human-machine interfaces and monitoring of dynamic body movement. However, a big limitation of this sensor is its complex integration pr...
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Strain capacitive sensors are essential to develop various applications, such as human-machine interfaces and monitoring of dynamic body movement. However, a big limitation of this sensor is its complex integration process and inherent property of low sensitivity. Herein, a highly adaptable strain capacitive sensor is developed by using spontaneous micrometer-pyramid electrodes via a facile, low-cost, and scalable solution method. The strain sensor in this study possesses a high gauge factor of 2.9, which is independent of the strain direction. In addition, the sensor has high linearity, high stability, and negligible hysteresis at a maximum applied strain of 70% and outstanding durability for over 1000 cycles at an applied strain of 60%. Finally, the highly adaptable strain sensor is further demonstrated in wearable applications. The potential applications of the highly adaptable sensors reported here may shed light on next-generation soft and flexible electronics.
Recent advances in nanomaterials render the possibility of fabricating tactile sensors suitable for electronic skin, haptic interfaces, and biomedical applications. Furthermore, the problem of performing complex inert...
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Recent advances in nanomaterials render the possibility of fabricating tactile sensors suitable for electronic skin, haptic interfaces, and biomedical applications. Furthermore, the problem of performing complex inertial measurements generated during the tactile process of polymer composites can be tackled using artificial intelligence (AI). However, the implementation of AI-based signal processing on embedded devices still represents an open area of opportunity for the design of the next generation of smart wearable sensor systems. A novel nanostructured smart tactile sensing system for wearable applications is proposed, using a 3-D-printed structure with embedded electronic devices. The highly sensitive piezoresistive tactile sensor is based on multiwall carbon nanotube/polypropylene (MWCNT/PP) composites. The integration of electronic circuits for signal processing of an artificial neural network (NN) on a digital controller unit improves the tactile interpretation in the wearable embedded device. Experiments show that the pressure classification results on MWCNT/PP composites with 98% accuracy.
Biomimetics is an indispensable discipline in modern sensing technology and has been the source of inspiration for many significant inventions. Building upon the foundation of MEMS cantilever beam accelerometers, this...
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Biomimetics is an indispensable discipline in modern sensing technology and has been the source of inspiration for many significant inventions. Building upon the foundation of MEMS cantilever beam accelerometers, this article combines biomimetic theory to propose an integrated MEMS acoustic-vibratory sensing structure that imitates the ear bones of sea turtles. Additionally, a novel acoustic packaging is designed based on the principle of the megaphone. Through simulation analysis, micro-nanofabrication techniques and computer numerical control (CNC) machining, the fabrication and integration of the sensing structure are achieved. Subsequently, an acoustic testing platform is constructed for acoustic testing, and vibration testing is conducted using a vibration exciter. Experimental results demonstrate that the acoustic sensitivity of the MEMS biomimetic sensing structure can reach up to -21.926 V/Pa (re: 1 V/Pa) within the 20-200 Hz range, enabling the detection of periodic heart sound signals. Furthermore, compared to other accelerometers, the proposed biomimetic sensor exhibits significantly improved vibration sensitivity, reaching 5.3 V/g, aligning with the biomimetic mechanism of sea turtle's ear bones. The aforementioned research provides a new solution for low-cost heart sound detection and establishes a foundation for future biomimetic theories and composite sensor technologies.
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