Monitoring driver alertness could improve road safety, but the use of biosensors in moving vehicles is challenging. Now, a metamaterial biosensor has been designed that can be directly embroidered onto seat belts, enabling the contactless measurement of drivers’ vital signs. This biosensor shows reliable and consistent performance, even in challenging kinetic environments.
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This is a summary of: Zeng, Q. et al. A digitally embroidered metamaterial biosensor for kinetic environments. Nat. Electron. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41928-024-01263-4 (2024).
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Metamaterial biosensors for driver monitoring. Nat Electron 7, 942–943 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41928-024-01266-1
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