Useful invention: Prof Chen (left) showing the smart mask as Prof Loh shows a phone with the readings transmitted from the mask. — The Straits Times/ANN
Local scientists have developed an integrated monitoring system that can be easily attached to any face mask in order to monitor the wearer for health indicators associated with Covid-19.
Sensors pick up skin temperature, blood oxygen saturation, blood pressure and heart rate – all of which are parameters associated with coronaviruses.
