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The primary aim of the research and development project is to enhance the competitiveness of MedTechLab Ltd. by introducing an innovative Welfare Technology (WT) solution that will provide significant benefits to both dementia patients and their caregivers. Caring for a loved one with dementia presents considerable challenges, and one distressing consequence is the tendency for patients to wander due to disorientation, confusion, memory loss, and other dementia-related symptoms. Patients may venture out at any time, potentially becoming lost. In response to this pressing issue, MedTechLab Ltd. will focus on developing technology that addresses the following key challenges:
- Real-time location tracking to quickly locate lost dementia patients.
- Activity monitoring for better understanding of patient condition and areas for improvement.
- Fall detection to ensure immediate response to accidents.
The new welfare solution revolves around a smart device that collects motion and location data from the patient. These devices transmit regular updates to a server, with customizable time intervals ranging from live streaming to updates every 2 hours. The server processes and analyzes the data using cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence algorithms. The processed data is then forwarded to the web backend for visualization on web and mobile applications. The system enables instant location tracking of the patient and provides information about their steps, sleep patterns, and any falls. The historical data helps relatives monitor changes in the behavior of the dementia patient.