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1. Coral Reef Printer
Coral reefs are vital to ocean ecosystems, but they are being severely impacted by human activity, including global climate change. As a result, conservationists are exploring new methods and advancements to preserve and restore the remaining coral reefs.
Unlike conventional 3D printers that use plastic filament, coral printers employ kiln-fired clay, which is porous and compatible with coralline algae. Additionally, these 3D-printed reefs can be modular, stacking on top of one another, allowing large sections of coral ecosystems to be rebuilt while maintaining the natural structural diversity seen in the wild.
2. Breathalyzer for COVID-19 Detection
The OPTEEV Freedom device by ViraWarn is a highly anticipated portable breath analyzer for COVID-19 detection, showcased at the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show. It is not only capable of detecting the SARS-CoV-2 virus but also identifies the flu virus and several other pathogens.
Rather than directly detecting the virus, this breath analyzer is designed to identify volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are linked to the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Specific molecules, such as aldehydes and ketones, bond with the virus, enabling scientists to use breath samples for COVID-19 screening tests.
4. Massage Robot
Massage Robotics, a startup company, has developed a robot with two arms that can understand voice commands to cater to users' requests. However, the price of this incredibly convenient and comfortable massage robot is quite steep, reaching $310,000 per unit (equivalent to more than 7 billion VND).
The engineers at Massage Robotics designed this robot massage table with two arms that can respond to voice commands, delivering personalized services to clients. The price of the massage robot is $310,000 per unit (over 7 billion VND).
5. Health Monitoring Light
Sengled, the smart lighting company, launched its Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth-enabled smart bulbs at CES 2022. While these smart health monitoring lights may look like regular smart bulbs, they are far more advanced. The Zigbee bulbs can also operate via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
Additionally, Sengled revealed that the smart lights can connect with other bulbs via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, forming a network that can detect if someone in the room falls and needs assistance. Along with typical smart bulb features like lighting control through an app, the Sengled smart health monitoring lights stand out thanks to their advanced radar technology, which tracks sleep, measures heart rate, body temperature, and other essential health metrics.
6. Pet Health Monitoring Device
Pet health monitoring devices not only allow us to track the whereabouts of our furry friends while we’re at work or on vacation, but some devices also monitor and diagnose the health of pets, providing daily detailed reports to keep you informed.
At CES 2022, the Institute of Industrial Technology introduced the iPetWeaR, a smart wearable collar for pets. Utilizing “non-contact micro physiological radar sensor” technology, the iPetWeaR tracks key health indicators of pets and sends detailed reports directly to a mobile app.
7. Smart Glasses with Virtual Display
Recognized as one of the top innovations at CES 2022 by The Wall Street Journal, the NXTWear Air smart glasses developed by TCL can display content via a USB Type-C connection to external devices such as smartphones and laptops.
Imagine projecting the entire screen of your phone onto a massive virtual screen in the real world. These smart glasses transform into a mobile cinema for movie lovers, create immersive worlds for gamers, or offer a private space anywhere—whether at home, the office, or even on your daily commute.
