Structural Health Monitoring of Precast Concrete Box Girders Using Selected Vibration-Based Damage Detection Methods by Zhengjie Zhou, Leon D. Wegner, Bruce F. Sparling

“…A box girder removed from a dismantled bridge was used to evaluate the ability of five different VBDD algorithms to detect and localize low levels of spalling damage, with a focus on using a small number of sensors and only the fundamental mode of vibration. …”
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A hypothesis about interrelations of epigenetic factors and transposable elements in memory formation by R. N. Mustafin

“…The data obtained suggest that transposons, which are genome sensors highly sensitive to various environmental and internal influences, form memory at the nuclear coding level. …”
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A geometrical optimisation of a coplanar micro-electrode structure for microfluidic flow cytometry by Van Phu Nguyen, Van-Anh Bui, Thu Hang Nguyen, Van Thanh Pham, Thi Thanh Thuy Dang, Quang Loc Do

“…This numerical investigation provides insights into the acquired impedance signals, contributing to the optimisation and standardisation of the device. The proposed sensor system holds significant potential across various applications in biomedicine and chemistry, particularly in point-of-care scenarios, where the sensor chip can be conveniently configured for measurements and discarded after use. …”
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Improving Driver Assistance in Intelligent Transportation Systems: An Agent-Based Evidential Reasoning Approach by M. Benalla, B. Achchab, H. Hrimech

“…In order to improve the knowledge base of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), ITS are strongly concerned with data fusion techniques of all kinds of sensors deployed over the traffic network. Driver assistance is devoid of a comprehensive evidential reasoning system on contextual information, more specifically when a combination involves inside and outside sensory information of the driving environment. …”
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A Motor Learning Oriented, Compliant and Mobile Gait Orthosis by A. Calanca, S. Piazza, P. Fiorini

“…It is an active device that is realized starting from a commercial reciprocated Gait Orthosis applying sensors and actuators to it. With ARGO we aim to develop a device for helping limbs in a non-coercive way accordingly to user’s intention. …”
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A THERMAL COMFORT EVALUATION OF A JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING IN ACCRA, GHANA by D.J. Appah, C. Koranteng

“…The measured environmental parameters required the use of Hobo data sensors, these measured temperature and relative humidity values. …”
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Fatty Acid Profile, Physicochemical Composition, and Sensory Properties of Atlantic Salmon Fish (Salmo salar) during Different Culinary Treatments by Nidelle Sausten Fomena Temgoua, Zongbao Sun, Charles Obinwanne Okoye, Haodong Pan

“…Additionally, the E-nose sensors analysis showed that S2 and S7 were significantly correlated during oven-cooking and steaming. …”
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Mutations of the Electron Transport Chain Affect Lifespan and ROS Levels in <i>C. elegans</i> by Fanni Ősz, Aamir Nazir, Krisztina Takács-Vellai, Zsolt Farkas

“…We highlight the utility of redox sensors in <i>C. elegans</i> for in vivo studies of reactive oxygen species, offering both quantitative and qualitative insights. …”
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Modelling and Simulation of Distributed UAV Swarm Cooperative Planning and Perception by Haifeng Ling, Hongchuan Luo, Haisong Chen, Linyuan Bai, Tao Zhu, Yanjun Wang

“…Due to the indeterminacy of sensors, distributed cooperative swarms have been considered to be efficient and robust but challenging to design and test. …”
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Analysis of the corrosion rate of SS 316l metal in a tsunami detection tool in seawater media by Gusti Ayu Arwati I, Alfattah Muhammad, Maryani Yeyen, Suprihatiningsih Wiwit, Yuliarty Popy

“…This device uses underwater sensors to provide early warnings for tsunamis. Inabuoy is installed in areas prone to tsunamis and uses a 316L stainless steel frame submerged in seawater. …”
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Preliminary experimental analysis of a CdTe BIPV skylight on a lab-scale test cell by Pop Octavian-Gabriel, Mustafa Elmakki Ali Elmakki, Lăcrănjan Mircea, Fechete-Tutunaru Lucian

“…Values of 67.25 °C were displayed by temperature sensors mounted on the outer glazing surface. The air temperature reached high values near the globe thermometer signals because of the small test cell size and thermal insulation. …”
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Terahertz Science and Technology in Astronomy, Telecommunications, and Biophysics by Jing Li, Xianjin Deng, Yangmei Li, Jie Hu, Wei Miao, Changxing Lin, Jun Jiang, Shengcai Shi

“…In THz astronomy, it highlights major discoveries and ongoing projects, emphasizing the role of advanced superconducting technologies, including superconductor–insulator–superconductor (SIS) mixers, hot electron boundedness spectroscopy (HEB), transition-edge sensors (TESs), and kinetic inductance detectors (KIDs), while exploring prospects in the field. …”
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Advancements and Challenges of Vacuum‐Processed Organic Photodiodes: A Comprehensive Review by Chan So, Won Jun Pyo, Dae Sung Chung

“…Organic photodiodes (OPDs) have made remarkable strides and now poised to surpass traditional silicon photodiodes (PDs) in various aspects including linear dynamic range (LDR), detectivity, wavelength selectivity, and versatility.[1] Tunable mechanical and optoelectronic properties of organic semiconductors, coupled with lower process costs, have propelled OPDs into the spotlight across fields such as wearable light fidelity systems, flexible image sensors, and biomedical imaging.[2–5] While most advanced organic imaging systems to date rely on polymer‐based solution processes, challenges such as the use of toxic organic solvents and reproducibility issues hinder their commercialization.[6,7] Vacuum‐processed OPDs offer a promising alternative, boasting eco‐friendliness and compatibility with large‐scale fabrication facilities.[8,9] In this review, recent advancements and challenges in vacuum‐processed OPDs, an area that has received less attention compared to solution‐processed counterparts, are explored. …”
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Advanced Deep Learning Algorithms for Energy Optimization of Smart Cities by Izabela Rojek, Dariusz Mikołajewski, Krzysztof Galas, Adrianna Piszcz

“…These algorithms analyze real-time data from sensors and IoT devices to predict energy demand, enabling dynamic load balancing and reducing waste. …”
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Residual Life Prediction of SA-CNN-BILSTM Aero-Engine Based on a Multichannel Hybrid Network by Yonghao He, Changjun Wen, Wei Xu

“…Moreover, multichannel modeling is utilized to achieve the parallel processing of different sensors. Subsequently, the results are stitched together to establish a mapping relationship with the engine’s remaining useful life (RUL). …”
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Ultrathin Variable Aperture Mechanism Utilizing a Micro Flat Motor With a Multipole Ring Magnet by Keita Nagai, Riku Fukazawa, Yu Okawara, Haruhiro Komura, Tadahiko Shinshi

“…The stator features a two-phase planar micro meander coil with a mechanical angle shift of 2.25&#x00B0;, enabling rotational angle control using Hall sensors and a phase-locked loop. The experimental tests demonstrated that the motor achieved a step response with a target angle of 9&#x00B0; and a settling time of 0.18 s. …”
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Simultaneous Measurement of Distributed Temperature and Strain through Brillouin Frequency Shift Using a Common Communication Optical Fiber by Leijun Hu, Liwen Sheng, Jisong Yan, Ligong Li, Ming Yuan, Fude Sun, Fushun Nian, Long Li, Jiaqing Liu, Shuai Zhou, Zhiming Liu

“…A multiparameter Brillouin fiber-optic sensor for distributed strain and temperature information measuring based on spontaneous scattering in a common communication optical fiber (the G. 652. …”
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Improving ICP-Based Scanning Sonar Image Matching Performance Through Height Estimation of Feature Point Using Shaded Area by Gwonsoo Lee, Sukmin Yoon, Yeongjun Lee, Jihong Lee

“…This study presents an innovative method for estimating the height of feature points through shaded area analysis, to enhance the performance of iterative closest point (ICP)-based algorithms for matching scanning sonar images. Unlike other sensors, such as forward looking sonar (FLS) or BlueView, scanning sonar has an extended data acquisition period, complicating data collection while in motion. …”
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Physical Modelling of Rainfall-Induced Sandy and Clay-Like Slope Failures by Martina Vivoda Prodan, Josip Peranić, Sara Pajalić, Željko Arbanas

“…The hydraulic response of the slope models under simulated rainfall conditions was monitored using volumetric water content, pore water pressure, and matric suction sensors installed at different depths and along different profiles. …”
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Tunable MEMS-based meta-absorbers for nondispersive infrared gas sensing applications by Kunye Li, Yuhao Liang, Yuxin Liu, Yu-Sheng Lin

“…Abstract In conventional nondispersive infrared (NDIR) gas sensors, a wide-spectrum IR source or detector must be combined with a narrowband filter to eliminate the interference of nontarget gases. …”
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