The value of pressure sensing in medical equipment was highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how new tools are revolutionizing the field.

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The authors use a nanogap structure in capacitive pressure sensors to suppress fringe fields, the cause of interference. This enables interference-free operation while achieving high resolution ...

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have come up with a better prosthetic hand that uses a hybrid design to carefully grip various objects with just the right amount of pressure.

Learn about the groundbreaking bionic hand that provides sensory feedback, and outperforms traditional prosthetics in accuracy.

Soft tactile sensors have revolutionized the field of robotics, electronic skins, and wearable devices. While traditional ...

A group of researchers from Shibaura Institute of Technology (SIT) developed the Dielectric Elastomer Sensor (DES) to measure the pressure and vibration response in soft fluidic structures.

Tips for lowering pressure before a reading include using relaxation techniques and avoiding smoking and caffeinated drinks. Certain habits, such as regular exercise, can also help keep blood ...

Healthcare providers consider low blood pressure (hypotension)—a reading below 90/60 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg)—benign, or not harmful, because it rarely causes symptoms. However, some people with ...

Fluidic elastomer actuators (FEAs) are pressurized tubes or membranes that can be easily rearranged into complex mechanical devices. They have gained significant attention for their lightweight, ...