This AI-Powered Camera Knows If One's Hands Have Been Washed or Not
Ellen Smith — August 16, 2017 — Tech
References: newscientist & digitaltrends
Researchers at Stanford University have developed an AI-powered camera that's ensuring doctors are washing their hands after using the bathroom.
The technology is being developed for use in hospitals, in attempt to combat infection rates. During the study, 170 doctors were recorded entering a patient's room -- out of that number, only 30 used the gel sanitizing dispensers as they're required to. Using artificial intelligence and machine learning, this new camera can detect who is using the provided sanitation and who is not.
Although the AI-powered camera cannot force doctors to wash their hands, it can impact further areas of development, including studying the rates of infection. Not to mention, knowing a camera has seen a person skipping out on proper sanitation could serve as a good enough reminder to ensure doctors follow protocol.
The technology is being developed for use in hospitals, in attempt to combat infection rates. During the study, 170 doctors were recorded entering a patient's room -- out of that number, only 30 used the gel sanitizing dispensers as they're required to. Using artificial intelligence and machine learning, this new camera can detect who is using the provided sanitation and who is not.
Although the AI-powered camera cannot force doctors to wash their hands, it can impact further areas of development, including studying the rates of infection. Not to mention, knowing a camera has seen a person skipping out on proper sanitation could serve as a good enough reminder to ensure doctors follow protocol.
Trend Themes
1. AI-powered Cameras - The development of AI-powered cameras opens up opportunities for monitoring and improving various aspects of human behavior.
2. Sanitation Monitoring - The use of AI-powered cameras to monitor sanitation practices introduces a disruptive innovation opportunity to improve hygiene standards in various industries.
3. Machine Learning for Infection Analysis - Utilizing machine learning algorithms to analyze infection rates provides an innovative way to identify patterns and improve healthcare practices.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The healthcare industry can leverage AI-powered cameras for monitoring hygiene practices and reducing infection rates, leading to improved patient safety.
2. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can adopt AI-powered cameras to monitor sanitation compliance and ensure cleanliness standards across various facilities, elevating customer satisfaction.
3. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can benefit from using AI-powered cameras to monitor food preparation hygiene practices and prevent foodborne illnesses, ensuring consumer safety.
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