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\n Brief description of the solution and the added value it delivers<\/strong>
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Fall detection for people living alone is one of the most pressing needs of relatives and carers. Falls are the main cause of injury and death among the elderly. Most commercial devices currently on the market must be worn by the individual. Unfortunately, older people often forget to wear them and, when that happens, they become entirely ineffective. The proposed system uses cameras installed throughout the living space, meaning it is not necessary to wear it. In the event of a fall, it sends a message to the carer or relative immediately, so that they can verify the fall and its seriousness. Tested in controlled environments. It has received the ABC Solidario 2016 Award.<\/p>\n

\n Description of the technological basis<\/strong>
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Fall detection system for individuals (particularly the elderly) who live alone, based on a low-cost artificial vision device. In the event of a fall, it automatically sends alerts (without the involvement of the individual who has fallen) to the mobiles of carers or relatives (by Telegram or email), so that care can be given quickly following the accident. The messages include a photo of the fall for verification.<\/p>\n

Its principal advantage compared to the commercial devices currently in use (mostly wearable devices containing accelerometers), is that it does not require human intervention. Plus, it does not have to be worn, circumventing the problem of users forgetting to put it on (very common in individuals with Alzheimer’s or other degenerative diseases).<\/p>\n

\n ‘The user does not need to wear a device. The device is placed on the walls or ceiling of the living space.’<\/em>\n <\/p>\n

\n Business needs \/ application<\/strong>
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