ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Smartdust

Smartdust is made up of tiny machines called "micro-electromechanical systems" or MEMS. These tiny machines are placed in an environment and can sense things like temperature, light, and movement. They can also communicate with each other, helping scientists and engineers to understand the environment better. Think of smartdust like tiny robots or computers that can help us understand the world around us!