The Spark Watch Catches You Before You Nod Off
Vasiliki Marapas — November 13, 2014 — Tech
This Spark watch will keep you from dozing off at inopportune moments.
Sometimes caffeine falls short and we're left scrambling, trying desperately not to fall asleep on the subway or during a crucial work meeting.
The spark watch, along with telling the time, features two integrated motion senors. One sensor measures for velocity of movement, while the other tracks the frequency of movement. These two figures are plugged into an algorithm that determines the wearer's movement patterns. If the watch senses you've gotten off track, indicating your sleepy, sluggish and on the verge of missing your bus stop or losing your shot at a promotion, it'll shoot a 12-volt vibration that should get you up-and-at-'em in no time!
Sometimes caffeine falls short and we're left scrambling, trying desperately not to fall asleep on the subway or during a crucial work meeting.
The spark watch, along with telling the time, features two integrated motion senors. One sensor measures for velocity of movement, while the other tracks the frequency of movement. These two figures are plugged into an algorithm that determines the wearer's movement patterns. If the watch senses you've gotten off track, indicating your sleepy, sluggish and on the verge of missing your bus stop or losing your shot at a promotion, it'll shoot a 12-volt vibration that should get you up-and-at-'em in no time!
Trend Themes
1. Sleep-preventing Watches - New wearable devices featuring motion sensors are developing to help prevent people from dozing off in inconvenient situations.
2. Smart Algorithms - Advancements in machine learning and AI algorithms are allowing greater precision in detecting patterns and predicting behaviors.
3. Health and Wellness Wearables - Wearable device manufacturers are branching out from fitness tracking and exploring new use cases in the domains of mental health and sleep quality.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology Industry - Wearable device makers can further improve their offerings by investing in integrating sophisticated motion sensors to detect drowsiness and improve personal safety.
2. Medical Devices and Services Industry - Healthcare providers can leverage the data collected by these sleep-preventing watches to develop personalized treatments for their patients who may be struggling with sleep disorders.
3. Transportation Industry - Transportation companies can enhance commuter safety by implementing smart devices like the Spark watch that alert people when they may be at risk of falling asleep while driving, operating machinery, or crossing the road.
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