Tag: sensors
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Small, inexpensive hydrophone boosts undersea signals
A Compact, Cost-Effective Breakthrough Researchers at MIT Lincoln Laboratory have unveiled a breakthrough in underwater sensing: a small, inexpensive hydrophone built around a standard commercial microphone. By leveraging a mature microfabrication platform known as microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), the team has created a device capable of capturing faint underwater signals with a simplicity and scalability that…
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Small, inexpensive MEMS hydrophone boosts undersea signals
A miniature breakthrough in underwater sensing Scientists at MIT Lincoln Laboratory have introduced a small, inexpensive hydrophone built around a standard, commercially available microphone. This approach leverages the mature microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) fabrication process to create a reliable, scalable sensor designed to capture acoustic signals beneath the world’s oceans. By reimagining a familiar component, the…
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IKEA Goes Matter: A New Era for Easy, Universal Smart Home Setup
IKEA Launches a 21-Product Matter-Compatible Line In a move aimed at simplifying the smart home experience for everyday users, IKEA has unveiled a new lineup of 21 Matter-compatible devices. The collection centers on three core categories — lighting, sensors, and controls — designed to make smart home setup quicker, easier, and more reliable across platforms.…
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IKEA Expands into Matter with 21 New Smart Home Products to Simplify Smart Living
IKEA embraces Matter to simplify smart homes In a bold move toward universal smart home compatibility, IKEA has announced a new line of 21 Matter-compatible devices. The collection centers on practical lighting, sensors, and control modules designed to be easy to install and use, with the aim of lowering barriers to entry for households exploring…
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IKEA’s New Matter-Compatible Smart Home Line: Simpler Entry to a Connected Home
Introduction: A Simple Path to a Connected Home IKEA has unveiled a bold move in the smart home space with a new line of 21 Matter-compatible products. The refresh centers on lighting, sensors, and controls, aiming to lower the barriers to entry for households looking to adopt a connected home. By embracing Matter, IKEA is…
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Ikea Makes Matter-Over-Thread Smart Homes Affordable
Smart Home Revolution Goes Wallet-Friendly Ikea has just disrupted the smart home scene with a wave of affordable, colorfully designed devices built on Matter and Thread. The rollout promises a future where you don’t have to choose between compatibility and cost — you can have both in a package that’s easy to install, easy to…
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Ikea Expands Matter Empire with 21 New Smart Home Devices
Ikea’s Big Matter Push Comes to Life After teasing a major shift toward the Matter standard last summer, Ikea has unveiled a broad rollout of 21 new smart home devices designed to work seamlessly with Matter, the open standard for home automation. The move signals Ikea’s commitment to simpler, more reliable smart homes and places…
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Ikea’s Matter Push: 21 New Smart Home Devices Unveiled
Overview: Ikea doubles down on Matter Ikea has confirmed a sweeping push into the Matter standard, announcing a package of 21 new smart home devices designed to simplify and unify home automation. This move marks a strategic shift for the Swedish retailer, which has long aimed to offer affordable, accessible products for everyday households. With…
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Handheld PFAS Detector Detects PFAS in Water in Minutes
A Breakthrough in PFAS Monitoring: Speed and Portability Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of “forever chemicals” that resist degradation and accumulate in water, soil, and people. Researchers from the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (UChicago PME) and Argonne National Laboratory have developed a portable, handheld sensor capable of detecting…
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TRUST ITM Sensors: Real-Time Undercarriage Monitoring in Mining
Building TRUST Through Real-Time Undercarriage Monitoring In mining, conditions shift in an instant. A sudden change in ground moisture, temperature, or wear can ripple through operations, causing downtime, safety concerns, and costly repairs. ITM Group answers this challenge with TRUST ITM sensors, a cutting-edge solution designed to monitor undercarriage components in real time and translate…