Computer Vision Enhanced Sensors Aid Mobility-Challenged Patients
POHANG, South Korea, Sept. 5, 2023 — Researchers from Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) have developed optical sensor technology to aid patients with limited mobility during their rehabilitation. The sensor integrates computer vision technology to help track muscle movements. Wearable devices such as smartwatches, smart eyewear, and, to an extent, smartphones can be vital for tracking health. Many have built-in functions like step counters and heart-rate monitors. Other devices, like wearable robots,