A UCLA-led, multi-institution research team has discovered a metallic material with the highest thermal conductivity measured among metals, challenging long-standing assumptions about the limits of ...

Sensors to detect temperature, pressure, and gases, such as CO 2, have been around for centuries. However, the latest devices can measure a growing list of substances and process the data in real-time ...

Conductivity measurement is a critical aspect of various industrial and laboratory processes, especially when monitoring water quality, chemical analysis and bioethanol production. Understanding the ...

† Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and ‡ Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, The University of British Columbia Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada Article Views are the ...

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Abstract: This paper presents an in-situ characterization of a soil electrical conductivity (EC) sensor based on a pair of stainless steel probes. The characterization results reveal a linear ...

Runners are constantly reminded about the importance of good hydration. Drink too little and your performance suffers. Drink too much and you can put your health at risk. Optimum hydration is a ...

As scientists, we rely on accurate and precise measurements in our experiments. One of the most important factors in achieving accurate measurements is proper calibration and verification of your ...