Researchers at the 'Cornell SciFi Lab' and the University of Wisconsin have created the 'FingerTrak,' a wrist-worn device that detects hand movement. The FingerTrak detects the movement of fingers on the hand through the use of thermal cameras on the wrist that face toward the hand. These cameras do not simply analyze the fingers and report the information directly; the system they use is much more intricate.
The wristband has four thermal cameras that have been trained to recognize various hand postures. The cameras are placed only a centimeter above the skin, which does not give them enough range to see the fingers directly in many hand positions. The cameras then determine the position of the palm, back of the hand, and other visible elements to determine where the fingers are. This technology works accurately in real-time with a neural network to create a comprehensive image of the hand.
Thermal-Enabled Hand Trackers
The FingerTrak Detects Hand Movement Through Wrist Cameras
Trend Themes
1. Thermal Hand Tracking - The development of wrist-worn thermal cameras to detect hand movements has created opportunities for accurate and reliable monitoring of movements in real time.
2. Neural Networks for Hand Recognition - The use of artificial intelligence technology such as neural networks has created more sophisticated hand recognition abilities for devices like the FingerTrak.
3. Wearable Hand Technology - The emergence of wrist-worn devices like FingerTrak could lead to advancements in the development of wearable hand technology for diverse industries.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The healthcare industry could benefit from this technology as it could be used to monitor and track hand movements, improving the accuracy of diagnoses and treatments.
2. Manufacturing - Manufacturing industries could make use of this technology to improve the efficiency and accuracy of factory workers by utilizing wrist-worn devices to monitor hand movements.
3. Gaming - The gaming industry could potentially make use of this technology to create more immersive gaming experiences with wearable hand technology that allows for more accurate tracking of hand movements.