Computer alarm for drowsy miners

Australian researchers are developing a computer system that monitors the status of mine workers and informs the manager when he or she shows signs of fatigue.

The system is designed to improve the safety of operators of underground wagons.

The system uses detector-mounted detectors and analyzes the data collected during the pushing process, such as whether the worker pushes the car straight ahead or not and how fast. The probe will also track the position of the wagon on the road and detect other vehicles or vehicles nearby.

" The software analyzes the miner's situation in the shifts and determines there is no danger of alarming him ."

Worrell said the technology is particularly suited to underwater environments, in an enclosed space, but is also being considered for use by train operators.

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