El polvo inteligente consiste en redes de microsensores y actuadores inalámbricos a escala milimétrica o micrométrica que integran sistemas microelectromecánicos (MEMS), ultralow-power microcontrollers, and ambient energy harvesting to enable distributed sensing and computation. Core technologies include microscale comunicación Protocolos, técnicas de microfabricación, algoritmos de fusión de sensores y arquitecturas de redes ad hoc escalables. Sus aplicaciones abarcan la monitorización ambiental, la automatización industrial y la computación ubicua, basándose en la autoorganización, la gestión de microenergía y la transmisión segura de datos dentro de matrices de nodos densas y distribuidas espacialmente. Nuestra recopilación, actualizada continuamente, presenta las últimas publicaciones y patentes revisadas por pares que detallan los avances en la integración de microsistemas, nanomateriales, diseño de microtransceptores y optimización a nivel de sistema que impulsan la evolución de las plataformas de polvo inteligente.
This is our latest selection of worldwide publications and patents in english on Smart Dust, between many scientific online journals, classified and focused on micro sensor, nano network, wireless microsystem, micro robot, ultra low power, micro electromechanical system, MEMS, distributed computing, ambient energy harvesting, microscale communication, sensor fusion, micro actuator, nano power, microscale processing, wireless sensor node, micro fabrication, environmental monitoring, ubiquitous computing, microsystem integration, nanorobotic, ad-hoc network, micro power management, nanomaterial, microscale energy, microcontroller, microscale antenna, scalable sensing and microsystem security.
Electrical oscillator self-calibration using mechanical oscillator
Patent published on the 2026-10-15 in US under Ref US20260318708 by STMICROELECTRONICS INT N V [CH] (Quartiroli Matteo [it])
Abstract: A method for calibration of a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) device includes generating a first periodic signal with a mechanical frequency, generating a second periodic signal with an electrical frequency, generating a ratio signal indicating a relationship between the mechanical frequency and the electrical frequency, and generating an electrical oscillator calibration signal based on the ratio signal and a predetermined mechanical oscillator calibration signal. The MEMS device may inclu[...]
Our summary: The method involves generating periodic signals from mechanical and electrical oscillators. A ratio signal indicates the relationship between the two frequencies. An electrical calibration signal is produced for the MEMS device to enhance system clock accuracy.
self-calibration, electrical oscillator, mechanical oscillator, MEMS
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Led buss utility control
Patent published on the 2026-10-15 in WO under Ref WO2026213678 by REVOLUTION ACOUSTICS LTD [CA] (Katz Robert [ca], Yaphe Howard [ca], Simard Guillaume [ca])
Abstract: A system for LED buss utility control that utilizes the existing power and control infrastructure of an architectural lighting system to manage secondary utility devices. An addressable and/or controllable LED driver, which powers one or more LED light sources, is configured to generate a modulated power signal on its low-voltage output line. This signal represents a command. A control device, powered by the same output line, is connected in the circuit. The control device includes a sensor to d[...]
Our summary: The system utilizes existing power and control infrastructure to manage secondary utility devices. An addressable LED driver generates a modulated power signal representing a command. A control device decodes the command to actuate functions on secondary utilities, enabling integrated control.
LED control, utility management, addressable drivers, architectural lighting
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Microfluidic devices containing micro-immunobeads-based electromagnetic operation systems and methods of use thereof
Patent published on the 2026-10-15 in US under Ref US20260316074 by ADVANCED BIOMEDICAL INSTRUMENTATION CENTRE LTD [CN] (Fan Xiaoxue [cn], Ye Xinyu [cn], Chang Chuen Chung [cn], Shum Ho Cheung [cn], Lin Haisong [cn])
Abstract: Microfluidic devices and methods for automated analyte detection are provided. The microfluidic devices contain a biochip and an electromagnetic (EM) chip with a programmable navigation matrix. The biochip includes a sample loading chamber, one or more wash chambers, a binding chamber, a detection chamber, and optionally a stop buffer chamber, all of which may be in fluid communication with each other. Immunomagnetic exosome beads can be pre-loaded or added separately to capture target analytes.[...]
Our summary: The microfluidic device integrates a biochip and an electromagnetic chip for analyte detection. It features chambers for sample processing and uses immunomagnetic beads for target capture. The electromagnetic chip manipulates the beads through programmable coils and circuits.
Microfluidics, Immunobeads, Electromagnetic manipulation, Automated analyte detection
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Resource adaption for distributed computing environments
Patent published on the 2026-10-15 in US under Ref US20260319848 by HEWLETT PACKARD ENTPR DEVELOPMENT LP [US] (Erigineni Siva Prasad Chowdary [us], Mosalakanti Krishna Rao [us], Parchuru Dheeraj [us])
Abstract: [0000] Monitoring data for a distributed computing environment is collected, where the distributed computing environment comprises multiple compute nodes running software services. The monitoring data includes node-level resource usage data collected using resource collection agents running in the compute nodes. Service-level resource consumption profiles for the software services are calculated based on the node-level resource usage data. The distributed computing environment is then updated ba[...]
Our summary: Monitoring data is collected from multiple compute nodes in a distributed computing environment. Node-level resource usage data is analyzed to create service-level resource consumption profiles. The environment is updated based on these profiles to optimize resource allocation.
Resource adaptation, distributed computing, monitoring data, resource usage
Patent
Shortwave infrared (swir) camera detection of free water in liquid
Patent published on the 2026-10-15 in US under Ref US20260318827 by SAUDI ARABIAN OIL CO [SA] (Nematulloev Saidkhodzha [sa], Nour Maha [sa], Al Shehri Ali [sa], Alsaiari Hamad [sa], Andrian Diki [sa], Aldossary Ali Saad [sa])
Abstract: [0000] Systems and methods for measuring water concentration in a liquid medium include a flow cell configured to fluidly couple to a pipe; a Shortwave Infrared (SWIR) camera coupled to a first side of the flow cell; a light source coupled to a second side of the flow cell opposite the first side; and one or more processor and a memory unit storing instructions that when executed by the one or more processors cause the one or more processors to perform operations. The operations include acquirin[...]
Our summary: A system utilizes a SWIR camera to detect water concentration in liquids. It employs a flow cell for fluid coupling and a light source for imaging. The process includes image acquisition, preprocessing, and water droplet detection using machine learning.
SWIR, water detection, machine learning, flow cell
Patent
The smart internet of things (iot)- enabled shower system with advanced safety measures
Patent published on the 2026-10-15 in US under Ref US20260319446 by HOSSAIN SHADEEB [US] (Hossain Shadeeb [us])
Abstract: [0000] The Smart IoT-Enabled Intelligent Shower System enhances safety in slippery shower environments by detecting distress signals using parallel acoustic sensors. A microcontroller processes signals and transmits data to an IoT platform, where spectrogram analysis and CNN-based image recognition validate emergencies and trigger automated responses. The system can shut off the shower nozzle upon distress detection and alert emergency contacts. A GUI allows users to monitor water and energy con[...]
Our summary: The smart IoT-enabled shower system detects distress signals with acoustic sensors and processes them via a microcontroller. It triggers automated responses, including shutting off the shower and alerting emergency contacts. Users can monitor consumption and customize settings through a GUI while maintaining safe water temperatures.
IoT, safety, sensors, automation
Patent
Real-Time Axle-Load Sensing and AI-Enhanced Braking-Distance Prediction for Multi-Axle Heavy-Duty Trucks
Published on 2026-02-03 by Duk Sun Yun, Byung Chul Lim @MDPI
Abstract: Accurate braking-distance prediction for heavy-duty multi-axle trucks remains challenging due to the large gross vehicle weight, tandem-axle interactions, and strong transient load transfer during emergency braking. Recent studies on tire–road friction estimation, commercial-vehicle braking control (EBS/AEBS), and weigh-in-motion (WIM) sensing have highlighted that unmeasured vertical-load dynamics and time-varying friction are key sources of prediction uncertainty. To address thes[...]
Our summary: This study presents a framework for real-time axle-load sensing and AI-enhanced braking-distance prediction for heavy-duty trucks. It integrates dynamic load estimation with friction sensing and machine learning to improve prediction accuracy. The results show significant enhancements in braking-distance predictions compared to traditional methods, supporting advanced driver-assistance and safety management systems.
Axle-Load Sensing, Braking-Distance Prediction, Machine Learning, Heavy-Duty Trucks
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An Ontology-Based Framework for Semantic Integration and Interoperable Assessment of Green-Synthesized Nanomaterials for Environmental Remediation
Published on 2026-02-03 by Carolina L. Recio-Colmenares, Roxana B. Recio-Colmenares, Francisco E. Castillo-Barrera, Cesar A. Garcia-Garcia @MDPI
Abstract: Green-synthesized nanomaterials have emerged as promising candidates for environmentally sustainable remediation; however, experimental evidence describing their synthesis routes, physicochemical properties, remediation performance, and sustainability-relevant attributes remains fragmented, inconsistently reported, and difficult to integrate across studies. This work addresses this challenge by proposing an ontology-based semantic framework for the interoperable integration of green-synthesized [...]
Our summary: This work proposes an ontology-based framework for integrating green-synthesized nanomaterials and remediation processes. It addresses data fragmentation by providing a unified, FAIR-compliant semantic structure. The framework supports provenance-aware inference and comparative analysis across diverse remediation mechanisms.
Ontology, Nanomaterials, Semantic Integration, Environmental Remediation
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