RespDetect: A Smart Mask for Case Tracking

Problem: Medical staff are in almost constant contact with the novel coronavirus disease and in some cases, with limited access to PPE. There are recommended procedures depending on the level of exposure to assist with risk management. However, these procedures rely primarily on self monitoring which is flawed when it comes to asymptomatic and pre-symptomatic cases.

Solution: A non-obtrusive, multisensory wearable mask, RespDetect, is pursued. RespDetect can comprehensively measure multiple bio signals to quantifiably indicate symptom onset. It can do this by recording coughing instances, respiration rate and humidity. It also includes a medical face mask.