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The next wearable tech could be a face 'tattoo' that measures mental stress
- Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin are developing a digital 'tattoo' that can read brain waves and measure mental workload for high-risk job workers like air traffic controllers.
- The 'e-tattoo' is thin and light, resembling a temporary tattoo sticker, applied with adhesive to the skin to monitor brain activity and eye movements.
- The device aims to assist individuals in high-demand professions requiring focus and quick-thinking skills without overloading the operators, which could jeopardize mission outcomes and harm their health.
- The technology evolution emphasizes the need for tools to match modern jobs' demands, with wearable devices advancing to monitor health parameters from sleep to brain activity.
- While wearable tech has integrated with daily life, the electronic tattoo proposes a unique approach by analyzing brainwave data, distinctly lighter and smaller than traditional EEG sensors.
- The future goal is a real-time assessment of mental workload by implementing lightweight machine learning algorithms directly on the device's microprocessor.
- The global wearable technology market's value is poised for significant growth, signaling consumer openness to integrating tech into daily routines.
- However, commercialization of electronic tattoos is not imminent as further testing and development are ongoing at the University of Texas at Austin.
- The potential applications of the e-tattoo extend beyond high-stress professions to include aiding focus and meditation for individuals seeking relaxation.
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