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From light waves to quantum physics: the science behind smart washbasins

Invisible infrared waves are emitted by IR LEDs and detected by photodiodes to enable devices like remotes, automatic washbasins to function; this magic is actually optics and condensed matter physics in action, where invisible light interacts with sensors, electrons to create automatic responses

9 Jun 2026 4:10 pm