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AI Helmet Detects Early Dementia Signs
10 May
Summary
- An AI-powered wearable helmet monitors brain activity for early dementia detection.
- The device uses TinyML technology for on-device data processing, reducing costs.
- Further trials are planned at AIIMS Patna with medical experts soon.
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Patna have successfully developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-based wearable device aimed at detecting the early signs of dementia in elderly individuals. This groundbreaking system identifies cognitive decline when symptoms are often subtle and easily overlooked.
The device employs a 19-channel EEG-based helmet equipped with smart sensors and TinyML technology. It analyzes neurological signals in real-time directly on low-power hardware, significantly reducing the need for expensive equipment or cloud-based processing. This approach lowers costs and energy consumption, making continuous monitoring feasible.
This innovation seeks to make dementia screening affordable and accessible, particularly in regions with underdeveloped medical facilities. The research team is also exploring gait analysis for early dementia detection. Successful experimental trials have been conducted, with further validation planned at AIIMS Patna in collaboration with medical experts.
