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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

What we exhale can warn us about disease: Kaunas scientists are creating sensors that 'read' the composition of exhaled air

Scientists from Kaunas University of Technology are developing sensors that can analyze exhaled air to detect disease and ensure safety in various sectors.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
Crime & Justice

Marijana Puljak damaged someone else's car and left, now she explains: 'My husband and I didn't notice anything'

Croatian MP Marijana Puljak has responded to accusations of damaging another vehicle and leaving the scene, claiming she was unaware of the contact due to her car's sensors not alerting her or her husband.

Mar 22 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
World

Mercury rivers protect the tomb of the Chinese emperor according to legend. No one believed it, but sensors actually detected it

Recent discoveries have confirmed the presence of mercury streams at the tomb of the Chinese emperor, a site guarded by the famed Terracotta Army.

Mar 21 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

The Hidden Power of Mint: How a Natural Compound Could Change Chronic Pain Treatment and Improve Quality of Life

A recent discovery reveals the complex mechanism through which menthol, a component of mint, activates cold sensors in the human body, potentially improving chronic pain treatments.

Mar 21 โ€ข 00:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young person develops sensor network and relies on residents to map heat islands in Teresina

Researcher Joรฃo Antรดnio Martins is developing a project to monitor microclimates in different areas of Teresina using hyper-local sensors and community collaboration.

Mar 20 โ€ข 18:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

End of Batteries? Body Heat Can Power Electronics

Research indicates that a new technology developed at Seoul National University could revolutionize wearable devices by generating electricity from human body heat.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Protesters Demand Government Compensate Diabetes Patients for Continuous Glucose Monitoring Sensors

Protesters in Latvia are calling on the government to include continuous glucose monitoring sensors in its compensation system for diabetes patients.

Mar 19 โ€ข 09:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sangji University reviews semiconductor environmental sensor research achievements... holds RISE project workshop

Sangji University held a workshop to review research achievements related to semiconductor environmental sensors as part of the RISE project in Gangwon Province.

Mar 19 โ€ข 09:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

PHOTO AND VIDEO: A protest takes place outside the Saeima regarding access to life-saving technologies for type 1 diabetes patients

On March 19, a protest organized by the Diabetes Association is taking place outside the Saeima building in Latvia, demanding that the state compensates for continuous glucose monitoring sensors for type 1 diabetes patients.

Mar 19 โ€ข 06:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Smoke bombs, biometric sensors... Spain's largest armored vault lands in a secret deposit in Madrid to house 10,000 safes

A new high-security private deposit designed for the secure storage of luxury items has opened in Madrid, featuring Spain's largest armored vault.

Mar 18 โ€ข 23:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Italian City Seeks Professional "Smellers"

An Italian city is on the lookout for professional odor testers to evaluate the scent landscape of their area.

Mar 18 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Massive Recall: Over Two Million Cars Called Back to the Shop

Ford is recalling over two million vehicles in the U.S. due to various technical faults, including malfunctioning reverse sensors and windshield wiper issues.

Mar 16 โ€ข 14:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Your smartphone has a metal detector: here's how you can use it

Smartphones can function as metal detectors using their built-in sensors, allowing users to locate metal objects in everyday situations.

Mar 15 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Bus of driver who 'took off' with elderly woman trapped in door had functioning sensors, says police: 'Rash to rely solely on the system'

A bus driver has been held responsible for the death of a 76-year-old woman who was dragged along by the vehicle after her hand got stuck in the door, despite the bus having a working safety system.

Mar 14 โ€ข 15:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Teachers and Sensors Can Earn Thousands of Euros from Evaluating Graduation Exams โ€“ 'Secret' Sensors Share Their Work

The evaluation process for Finland's graduation exams involves approximately 500 anonymous assessors, raising concerns among high school teachers about the lack of transparency.

Mar 10 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Cell Phone that Keeps the Horizon Stable: How the Technology that Went Viral on Social Media Works

The article discusses a new smartphone technology, particularly in the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, that stabilizes video images even while the device is in motion, using sensors like accelerometers and gyroscopes.

Mar 9 โ€ข 08:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
Life & Tech

VIDEO โŸฉ A joke or a technical glitch? The

A Tesla owner's experience in a cemetery led to strange siluets being displayed on the carโ€™s screen, sparking a lively debate on the internet about the possible existence of an afterlife.

Mar 7 โ€ข 22:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

In Liberec, they print sensors that withstand the Arctic cold and extreme effort. Innovation has even attracted NATO's attention

A new type of sensor developed in Liberec has caught NATO's interest due to its ability to endure extreme cold and harsh conditions.

Mar 5 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Rinkฤ“viฤs wants quicker eastern border equipping with sensors and surveillance technologies

The Latvian President emphasizes the need for faster decision-making in strengthening border security with Belarus and Russia, highlighting ongoing efforts to install surveillance technology along the borders.

Mar 2 โ€ข 13:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

A study warns that tire pressure sensors could be used to track cars

A study reveals that standard tire pressure sensors in modern cars could unintentionally expose drivers to tracking, raising privacy concerns.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Hereโ€™s how security works on board: sensors to stop the tram in a few moments

The article discusses concerns regarding tram safety in Milan following an incident where a driver may have suffered a medical emergency while driving, prompting unions to request meetings with the transport company to address safety measures.

Mar 1 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Smart underwear created to study human flatulence emissions

A team of researchers has developed smart underwear equipped with sensors to measure human flatulence emissions accurately.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Fyta Plant Sensors: Data from the Garden

Fyta, a Berlin-based startup, offers plant sensors that help users care for their plants, transforming those with a 'brown thumb' into green thumbs by providing essential data through an app.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chevrolet recalls Onix and Onix Plus due to airbag failure; check if your car is on the list

Chevrolet has announced a recall for the Onix and Onix Plus due to incorrectly oriented side impact airbag sensors that may fail to deploy in an accident.

Feb 20 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Heat and motion sensors are showing up under Justice Department desks. Employees say itโ€™s โ€˜creepyโ€™

Justice Canada has expanded the deployment of heat and motion sensors under desks, sparking concerns among employees about potential privacy issues.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Fish pants are to provide answers to the difficult gas puzzle

Researchers are using a new type of underwear with sensors to measure flatulence and discover that people fart significantly more than previously believed.

Feb 20 โ€ข 07:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

UK scientist creates incredible shoe which stops elderly people falling over

A scientist from the University of Bristol has developed a smart shoe equipped with sensors designed to monitor and reduce fall risks among the elderly.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Poland bans Chinese cars on military bases

Poland has banned Chinese-made vehicles from military bases due to concerns over potential data collection through their built-in sensors.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Sensors and thermal cameras: the 'eyes' of firefighters in the area of the fire in the Bay of Guayaquil

Firefighters are using advanced technology like sensors and thermal cameras to manage a fire that severely damaged the Multicomercio complex in Guayaquil.

Feb 16 โ€ข 13:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Explosion in Reyรฐarfjรถrรฐur detected by earthquake sensors

Earthquake sensors have detected an explosion in Reyรฐarfjรถrรฐur, Iceland.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

How does the smartwatch know that I am sleeping?

Smartwatches use optical sensors and motion trackers to monitor sleep patterns and assess sleep quality, providing reports similar to medical studies.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How to Make Apple Watch Heart Rate Readings More Accurate?

Apple Watch heart rate sensors have increased accuracy to 98%, comparable to specialized medical devices, benefiting heart patients and athletes in monitoring their heart rates.

Feb 11 โ€ข 07:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Autonomous Driving: 'Lidar is on the Rise'

David Li, CEO of Hesai, argues for the necessity of Lidar sensors in autonomous vehicles, contradicting Elon Musk's stance that they are unnecessary.

Feb 8 โ€ข 07:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

EU expands buoy system in the Bravo River against Piedras Negras; now it will have sensors

Following a visit by U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to Eagle Pass, Texas, authorities confirmed the expansion of the buoy system in the Bravo River to enhance border surveillance and deter irregular migration.

Feb 4 โ€ข 17:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Scientists: We have developed sensors that save airplanes and cars from ice hazards

Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a new sensor system to help pilots and drivers detect and warn against ice, potentially preventing accidents caused by icy conditions.

Feb 3 โ€ข 09:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
Crime & Justice

German police strike: Five charged with sending equipment to Russian defense companies

German police have arrested five individuals for illegal deliveries to Russian defense companies, involving specialized ball bearings and photoelectric sensors, amounting to 16,000 shipments valued at least 224 million kroner.

Feb 2 โ€ข 11:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Robots are now training in martial arts and learning faster than humans: the advantage lies in their sensors

Robots are training in martial arts and learning at a faster pace than humans due to their superior sensors, raising concerns about conflicts between different forms of intelligence.

Jan 12 โ€ข 12:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iRozhlas
National & Local

Mine Lazy will be flooded with groundwater in the future. Diamo is preparing a network of sensors to monitor rising water levels

Diamo is developing a network of sensors to monitor the rising water levels that will inundate the Lazy mine in the future.

Jan 12 โ€ข 06:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Life & Tech

Not Clever Anymore, Just 'Smart' โ€“ The Decline of Lego

Lego's new 'Smart Brick', equipped with sensors and LEDs, aims to regain its former dominance but also highlights the challenges the company faces.

Jan 9 โ€ข 06:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Lego announced Smart Brick, its most important evolution in the last 50 years

Lego has revealed the Smart Brick, a significant innovation featuring an entire computer and numerous sensors integrated into a single Lego brick, set to launch on March 1, 2026.

Jan 6 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Project Q: Drone Alarm at the Old Runway

The start-up Project Q utilizes civilian sensors for military purposes, such as drone detection, at the historic Berlin Tegel airport runway, exemplifying a new generation of defense companies.

Jan 6 โ€ข 06:24 UTC

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