sensors

plural of sensor
as in detectors
a device that detects some physical quantity and responds usually with a transmitted signal the cat accidentally triggered the motion sensor, which set off the alarm

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Recent Examples of sensors The spacecraft carry sensors that can measure emissions from specific facilities on the ground. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026 These cameras and sensors usually support the ADAS and active safety features that automakers have been adding. — Robert Ferris, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026 Ecolab uses sensors in dishwashers, pest traps and water systems to cut service visits and predict maintenance. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2026 Today, entanglement is the foundation for quantum computing and next-generation sensors, among other applications. — ArsTechnica, 2 Oct. 2026 Each finger has three tactile sensors in its soft silicone surface. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2026 Decide which robot, sensors, maintenance-system interfaces, technician arrangements and service capabilities belong in the offer. — Mohammed Cherifi, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensors
detectors
Noun
  • This is where voice activity detectors (VAD) are used in the voice agent.
    — Jashwanth Pedapudi, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The casing worked for the electrons but couldn’t keep protons at bay, which degraded the photon detectors.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026

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“Sensors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensors. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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