Thin, crystalline films inspired by polarisation vision of desert ants helped team to beat bulkiness challenge, Science ...

It forms part of a response to a problem with traditional pilot lights: when the wind blows a pilot light out, a cloud of unignited gas can accumulate. The sensor allows the pilot light to be ...

A device that detects the amount of light in the vicinity. An ambient light sensor may be built into a smartphone or tablet to adjust the screen brightness based on the available light.

James Pope, 19, says he wants to attempt the world record again in August A world record attempt for the longest keepy-uppy stint was scuppered after 12 hours by a supermarket light sensor.

They usually come with detachable panels that can be installed in a sunny location some distance away from the actual light.

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access ...

Researchers have developed a molecule that allows an important ion channel to be regulated -- a breakthrough with therapeutic potential.