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MEMS Sensors
Humanoid RoboticsMEMS Sensors
Tuesday - October 6, 2026
The Value of Compact MEMS 6-Axis Force/Torque Sensors in Humanoid Fingertips
As humanoid robotics and multi-fingered robotic hands evolve, effective fingertip sensing requires far more than basic contact detection. Next-generation systems must understand touch dynamically and in real time—evaluating force magnitude, direction, micro-slips, and whether grip strength is optimal for safe handling. Multi-taxel tactile sensors excel at mapping contact location, surface area, and pressure distribution. Single-axis […]
Jayme Meyers
Humanoid RoboticsMEMS Sensors
Friday - August 7, 2026
Dynamic Robotic Payload Manipulation Using MEMS 6-Axis Force/Torque Sensors
High-volume e-commerce fulfillment infrastructures utilize sophisticated automation, yet significant technical challenges remain when managing diverse, non-uniform inventory. Conventional logistics robotics rely primarily on vacuum-based end-effectors, which are optimized for planar, rigid surfaces typical of standard corrugated packaging. When end-effectors encounter compliant, porous, or irregular geometries—such as textiles, flexible polybags, or heavy tools with non-uniform mass […]
Ohlan Silpachai
Humanoid RoboticsMEMS Sensors
Tuesday - December 23, 2025
MEMS 6-axis Sensor for Robotic Hand Calibration
As humanoid robots advance toward more humanlike capability, their designs must grow increasingly complex to replicate the intricacies of human movement and perception. Consider the human hand: its dexterity and sensitivity remain difficult to reproduce in a robotic counterpart. To approach human-level performance, a robotic hand requires more precise control and feedback. Motors already provide […]
Ohlan Silpachai
HVACMEMS Sensors
Thursday - September 4, 2025
How MEMS Gauge Pressure Sensors Can Reduce VAV Controller Costs
In modern building design, energy efficiency and occupant comfort are top priorities. One technology that plays a critical role in achieving both is the Variable Air Volume (VAV) system. Commonly used in commercial buildings, VAV systems offer a smarter, more flexible alternative to traditional HVAC setups, providing improved zone-level control and significant energy savings. How […]
Ohlan Silpachai
Humanoid RobotsMEMS Sensors
Tuesday - September 2, 2025
Bringing Tactile Feedback to Robotic Hands
Humanoid robots are pushing the boundaries of engineering by mimicking not just human movement but also human sensation. While mechanical articulation and facial expressions are now common among advanced humanoids, replicating the human sense of touch remains an elusive milestone. This gap is particularly evident in robotic hands, where sensitivity and dexterity are essential for […]
Ohlan Silpachai
MedicalMEMS SensorsPressure Sensors
Wednesday - January 22, 2025
Sensors for Hospital Beds Help Prevent Pressure Ulcers
The US healthcare system is witnessing high demand on existing infrastructure from the expanding aging population. The U.S Census Bureau cited that by 2030, all baby boomers will be at least 65 years old which means one in every five residents will meet the retirement age. The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) predicts that […]
Ohlan Silpachai
Consumer TechnologyMEMS Sensors
Wednesday - November 6, 2024
Tracking Water Consumption with Sensors
Water accounts for approximately 60% of a person’s body weight. The human brain and heart contain an even higher percentage of water at over 73%[1]. It is important for people to drink the recommended amount of water each day in order to maintain proper hydration levels for optimal health. Unfortunately, an iDrink device to monitor […]
Ohlan Silpachai
HVACMEMS Sensors
Tuesday - March 19, 2024
MEMS Technology Supports Efficient HVAC Systems
Energy saving has been implemented in the past due to a sense of crisis over the depletion of future natural resources. In recent years, energy saving efforts have been further strengthened from the perspective of global warming countermeasures, such as greenhouse gas reductions, and decarbonization. Concerns about energy security and energy instability in current global […]
Ohlan Silpachai
MEMS SensorsRobotics
Monday - January 8, 2024
Grass Bag Fill Sensor for Robotic Mowers
A lawn mower is one of the most effective equipment for keeping grassy lawns trimmed and beautiful. Some mowers come with an alert to let the operator know when the grass bag is full, thus preventing a trail of mulch on the lawn that would require manual raking. While using a traditional mower without a […]
Ohlan Silpachai