Shrinky Dinks-Inspired Respiration Sensor (IMAGE) University of California - Irvine Caption The paired sensors -- one placed between the ninth and 10th ribs and the other on the abdomen -- track the rate and volume of the wearer's respiration by measuring the local strain on the application areas. Credit Josh Kim / UCI Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.