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We must remember that the journey of VR started in the 90s with the Nintendo Virtual Boy, but it
really did not catch on. Now, the case seems different as the means of experiencing AR/VR has
become less expensive. Also, there is a lot more on offer and we are all connected all the time at
least via our smartphones.
VR Simulator devices represent the behaviour of physical or abstract
systems. VR Simulation technology is used in training. It is used to
train bus drivers and pilots. Surgeons can develop their surgical
skills through simulation on digital patients. Architects can create
a walk-through model of their projects. VR therapy is also used to
treat autistic children and phobias.
INTERNET OF THINGS
The Internet of Things (IoT) has become a buzzword nowadays throughout the world. It is a
system of connected computing devices, mechanical and digital machines that create a virtual
network where a monitoring centre ensures that everything is working smoothly. Each connected
device has a unique identifier and can transfer data over the network without any human
intervention. The connected devices gather and share data about their usage and their operative
environment. The devices can be your smartphones, refrigerators, televisions, washing machines,
etc. You must have heard about smart cities. They can be developed with the optimised waste
management systems, traffic systems and efficient energy use, enabled by IoT. A lightbulb that
can be switched on using a smartphone app, a motion sensor or a smart thermostat in your
office or a connected streetlight are examples of IoT devices.
Neil Gross famously said in 1999, “In the next century, planet earth
will don an electronic skin. It will use the Internet as a scaffold to
support and transmit its sensations”
The concept of IoT has unbelievable potential in many businesses
and industries. To check on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
(SIDS), the Mimo monitor is a new kind of infant monitor that
provides parents with real-time information about their baby’s respiration, skin temperature,
body position and activity level on their smartphones.
You can monitor an aging family member by using a wearable alarm button and other wireless
sensors placed around the home. The BeClose system can track your
loved one’s daily routine and give you peace of mind for their safety
by alerting you to any serious disruptions detected in their normal
schedule. Smart thermostats like the Nest use sensors, real-time
weather forecasts and the actual activity in your home during the day
to reduce your monthly energy usage by up to 30%, keeping you more
comfortable and offering to save your money on your utility bills.
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