This High-Tech Diaper Can Measure and Track a Baby's Well-Being
Katherine Pendrill — June 17, 2015 — Tech
A Taiwanese team has recently developed a high-tech diaper that is capable of monitoring a baby's temperature, posture and movement. The infant care innovation helps parents to rend to the well-being of their child, without relying on complex medical devices.
The machine is called the 'DiaperPie' and it was developed as part of the annual Intel IoT Roadshow. The device works by using Intel’s new computer module to collect data on a child's vital signs. The sensors in the high-tech diaper are connected to an accompanying smartphone app, which uses Bluetooth to send parents information about their baby's well-being. The device is highly sensitive and can record data related to a child's temperature, location, posture and whether or not there is moisture present.
While this kind of smart diaper may seem excessive, the device may prove to be a vital safety tool for parents. The posture detection capabilities of the device can help to indicate if a baby has turned their head, which helps parents ensure their baby is breathing properly.
The machine is called the 'DiaperPie' and it was developed as part of the annual Intel IoT Roadshow. The device works by using Intel’s new computer module to collect data on a child's vital signs. The sensors in the high-tech diaper are connected to an accompanying smartphone app, which uses Bluetooth to send parents information about their baby's well-being. The device is highly sensitive and can record data related to a child's temperature, location, posture and whether or not there is moisture present.
While this kind of smart diaper may seem excessive, the device may prove to be a vital safety tool for parents. The posture detection capabilities of the device can help to indicate if a baby has turned their head, which helps parents ensure their baby is breathing properly.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Diapers - The development of high-tech diapers with monitoring capabilities creates opportunities for data-driven baby care.
2. Iot in Infant Care - The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technology into infant care products enables remote monitoring and better parent-child communication.
3. Vital Sign Tracking - The ability to track infant vital signs through wearable sensors opens up possibilities for early detection of health issues and improved child safety.
Industry Implications
1. Baby Care Products - Smart diapers and connected infant care devices contribute to advancements in the baby care products industry.
2. Internet of Things (iot) - The IoT industry can explore further innovations by incorporating wearable sensor technology in products aimed at infant monitoring and well-being.
3. Healthcare Technology - The integration of advanced sensors and monitoring capabilities in baby care devices presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the healthcare technology sector.
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