Examples of Createch Applications
Practical solutions from around the Globe
Digital Twin Assists Planning A Rail Network
Siemens is building a major high speed rail network in Egypt that will modernise transport infrastructure, improve efficiency, and reduce journey times while cutting emissions. This project employs the digital twin to design, build and maintain the project, enabling faster travel times, reduced emissions, economic benefits, improved efficiency and a modern transport infrastructure. The rail market consists of large infrastructure projects, digitalisation of the rail sector and sustainable transport solutions. It is predicted to grow, especially in emerging economies.
For more information on the Siemens project, please see their web site..
Photo © Siemens
Smart Hearing Aids
Smart hearing aids use artificial intelligence to process sound, by learning the user’s listening environment and improving speech intelligibility in noise, personalising the hearing experience. This improves the hearing experience, reduces listening fatigue, improves quality of life and social participation. The market for hearing aids, like the market for wellness technology in general, is large and growing as the population ages. Smart devices are becoming the new standard in this area.
An example is the Starkey Evolv AI hearing aids, for which more information is available from the manufacturer’s product page..
Photo © Starkey
AR Navigation Using Smart Glasses
AR navigation using smart glasses means that navigation instructions are projected directly into the user’s field of vision. This combines digital and real-time information with the physical world, improving safety and user experience. This also allows for more intuitive navigation, smoother travel, an enhanced urban experience, and new prospects for tourism. The AR smart glass market and navigation applications are still in a development phase, but have huge potential for consumer and professional use.
For example, the XREAL Air 2 Ultra smart glasses, more information on which can be found on the manufacturer’s product page.
BMW’s video on AR-assisted driving can be found on Youtube..
Photo © XREAL and BMW
AI Assisted Sleep Monitors And Applications
AI-assisted sleep monitoring devices and applications enable tracking and improving the quality of sleep with the help of artificial intelligence. They track sleep stages and quality with sensors, analyse the data with AI and provide personalised tips to improve sleep. This enables a deeper understanding of your sleep and provides concrete ways to improve it. This results in improved wellbeing and health. Wellbeing technology is an exploding market, where sleep tracking is becoming part of holistic wellbeing.
For example, the Oura ring, for more information see the manufacturer’s product page.
Photo © Oura
Immersive Learning Experiences
Extended reality learning experiences in the classroom enable interactive and immersive learning experiences through AR or VR technology. The experiences utilise AR or VR devices, 3D modelling, interactive software and learning materials. This improves learning outcomes, increases motivation and enables personalised learning paths. The education sector, educational institutions and educational technology are an important and growing market where improving the quality of teaching is at the heart of the challenge.
Examples include Google Expeditions and ClassVR virtual reality devices, for which more information can be found on the manufacturers’ websites: Google and ClassVR.
Photo © ClassVR
Smart Homes And Energy Optimisation
The AI-assisted smart home and energy optimisation mean that home functions can be automated and energy consumption optimised with the help of AI. They use IoT devices, AI algorithms, cloud computing services and user interfaces. A well functioning smart home improves comfort and security, and saves energy and environment. The smart home and energy efficiency technology market is huge and fast-growing, with strong consumer interest in comfort and sustainability.
Examples include the Google Home smart home system and the Schneider Electric Wiser smart home solution, which can be found on the manufacturers’ websites: Google and Schneider Electric Suomi.
Photo © Google
Biomedical Sensors
Biomedical sensors embedded in wearable technology enable real-time health monitoring. Wearable devices measure biometric data (heart rate, glucose levels, blood pressure, etc.), analyse it and provide early warnings of potential health problems. This enables proactive health screening, early intervention in case of health problems and personalised coaching for a healthier lifestyle. The market for wearable health devices and healthcare technology is growing exponentially and wearable technology is becoming part of healthcare and consumers’ everyday lives.
An example is the Withings ScanWatch 2, for which more information can be found in the manufacturer’s product page.
Photo © Withings
AI Assisted Aircraft Design, Assembly and Maintenance
Augmented Reality (AR) assisted aircraft design, assembly and maintenance enables visual guidance and enhanced workflow throughout the process. They use AR smart glasses, 3D models, and real-time data across processes to speed up manufacturing and maintenance, reduce errors, and improve quality and work safety. The aerospace industry is a growing market where improving efficiency and quality is critical.
As an example, Dassault’s comprehensive 3DEXPERIENCE® platform, for which you can find information here..
Photo © Dassault
AI Assisted Quality Control
AI-assisted quality control with visual inspection enables automated quality control in industrial production using AI. It utilises various cameras and AI to visually inspect products. Errors and anomalies are automatically identified, making quality control faster and more accurate. This enables improved quality, reduced waste, a faster inspection process, reduced labour costs and improved production efficiency. The market for industrial quality control and AI applications is growing rapidly across all industries.
An example is GFT’s Visulon, an AI-based quality control system, for which you can find more information on the manufacturer’s product page.
Photo © GFT
Smart Greenhouses and Precision Farming
Applications of biosciences in agriculture, such as smart greenhouses and precision farming, allow for more efficient and sustainable agriculture through bioscience and technology. They use sensors, artificial intelligence, automation and bioscience applications in greenhouses and in the field. This optimizes growing conditions, targets resources and improves plant health. This then results in more efficient food production, more sustainable farming methods, year-round cultivation, resource optimisation and increased yields. Markets for agricultural technologies, smart greenhouses, precision farming and bio-based solutions are growing as food security and sustainable agriculture are global challenges.
For example, Priva greenhouse automation systems, for which you can find more information on the manufacturer’s product page.
Photo © Priva
Biomedical Sensors In Space
Biomedical sensors in health monitoring during space missions allow continuous monitoring of astronauts’ health during their space missions. Biometric data is collected using wearable biosensors in space and the data is analysed on the ground. This allows real-time health monitoring, early detection of any health problems and improved safety. The market for space technology and space medicine is specialised and growing. Its solutions enable human space exploration and longer stays in space.
You can find a NASA and ESA article on this topic here..
Photo © NASA
Smart Battlefield
Intelligent battlefield command and control with AI and sensors enables real-time situational awareness and faster decision-making on the battlefield. It combines IoT sensor data, AI algorithms and command and control systems to improve situational awareness, speed up decision-making and improve resource efficiency. The defence and military technology market is a significant and growing market. The arms build-up, triggered by the war in Ukraine, is both increasing procurement and encouraging the development of new intelligent products for the demanding conditions of the battlefield.
An example is the Thales Combat Digital Platform, on which you can find more information on the manufacturer’s product page..
Photo © Thales
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