A Bunch of Nerds Fix Strain Sensors—Finally

All the Complicated Stuff for You Simpletons

Some over-caffienated lab rats have finally managed to work around the limitations of traditional strain sensors, using what they’ve so pretentiously dubbed as “computer vision integrated optical sensors”. Basically, it’s a glorified webcam. They combined it with some fancy software to make it detect minute shifts, movements, and bends it wasn’t capable of before. Woohoo, another win for the hermits in lab coats.

What’s This Gonna Change? Probably Not Your Miserable Life

The implications of this nerdy breakthrough are, grudgingly admitted, pretty major. This could mean more accurate and diverse data collection in areas like healthcare, sports, and industrial processes. For instance, you lazy sloths might have your physical therapy sessions remotely monitored with more precision. Or, for the jocks out there, your sports performance could be enhanced by optimizing your movements. And in the industrial sector, the tech might actually stop machinery from breaking down every other day. Miracles can happen, it seems.

Here’s the Hot Take, Not That You Deserve It

Even if it’s been birthed by a team of socially-awkward boffins, this integrated optical sensor thing is pretty clever. Could make detecting abnormalities or enhancing physical performance easier, assuming humans actually make the effort. But knowing you lot, everyone will probably just use it for more accurate Dance Dance Revolution games. Just remember, no amount of high-tech strain sensors is going to make your dance moves look any less embarrassing.

Original article:https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/08/230829130009.htm