U.S. Develops New Wireless Sensor to Monitor Viscera and Neurons
2018-04-20 14:00:05
Research and Development of China Instrument Network Instruments Currently, researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, have developed new miniature wireless sensors that are much smaller than dust and can be implanted into the human body. Smart bracelets like Fitbit can monitor our sleep habits, heart rate and all activities. This new technology can use micro-wireless sensors to achieve more functions and even monitor our internal organs and neurons.
It is reported that these sensors do not require battery power and can stimulate nerves and muscle groups. Researchers say that these miniature sensors can be used to treat diseases including epilepsy, or to stimulate the immune system and reduce the incidence of inflammation. Scientists have already knitted this sensor into the body of a test mouse for research.
This sensor uses ultrasonic waves to take charge and reads the test data. Ultrasonic vibrations can travel through the body's tissues to achieve radio waves that cannot be achieved.
"We think that in the future in the fields of nerves and brains, the application of this technology has a very broad prospect," said Michel Maharbiz, research team leader and associate professor of electrical and computer engineering.
It is reported that this kind of miniature sensor has a volume of only 1 cubic millimeter. It uses a piezoelectric transistor in its interior and can convert ultrasonic waves into electrical energy. At the same time, it uses a transistor to stimulate nerve or muscle fibers with current.
(Original title: The new ultra-mini wireless sensor monitors body organs and nerve endings)
It is reported that these sensors do not require battery power and can stimulate nerves and muscle groups. Researchers say that these miniature sensors can be used to treat diseases including epilepsy, or to stimulate the immune system and reduce the incidence of inflammation. Scientists have already knitted this sensor into the body of a test mouse for research.
This sensor uses ultrasonic waves to take charge and reads the test data. Ultrasonic vibrations can travel through the body's tissues to achieve radio waves that cannot be achieved.
"We think that in the future in the fields of nerves and brains, the application of this technology has a very broad prospect," said Michel Maharbiz, research team leader and associate professor of electrical and computer engineering.
It is reported that this kind of miniature sensor has a volume of only 1 cubic millimeter. It uses a piezoelectric transistor in its interior and can convert ultrasonic waves into electrical energy. At the same time, it uses a transistor to stimulate nerve or muscle fibers with current.
(Original title: The new ultra-mini wireless sensor monitors body organs and nerve endings)