I am curious about how ankle monitors can detect alcohol consumption. Specifically, I want to understand the technology and mechanism behind this process.
6 answers
Tue Jan 14 2025
The bracelet incorporates a unique pump mechanism.
Mon Jan 13 2025
Breath test devices are commonly used to detect alcohol in a person's breath.
Mon Jan 13 2025
This pump is designed to draw a controlled sample of the wearer's insensible perspiration.
Mon Jan 13 2025
The perspiration is then transported across a fuel cell positioned inside the bracelet.
Mon Jan 13 2025
The purpose of this fuel cell is to test for the presence of alcohol in the sample.