Wearable Technology enters into Construction world.

We all know that Google glass is the best example of wearable technology. The usable devices by the workers during the work like hats, shoes, watches etc. will be integrated with sensors to observe the environment and your body conditions. The wearable technologies are seeking for a place in the field of construction. These devices will have a better market place in the construction field and make it safer.

IMS Research in Welling borough, England has reported that 170 million numbers of wearable devices will be shipped in the year 2016. As like the fantasy world of Smartphone’s and Tablets wearable technology is becoming a fashionable equip among consumers.

Wearable technology is nothing but a sensor and intelligent devices that are integrated into regular usable items like hats, glasses, shirts, watches and more. According to this technology the device is equipped to give us the information about the surroundings or your body. The long term vision of Virginia Tech College of Engineering, Blacks-burg  VA for this wearable technology in the field of construction is used to improve the safety of workers.

As the first step a helmet with a sensor is under development. This helmet can be used to detect the carbon monoxide poisoning from any gasoline powered tools in industries or residence. Researchers also designed the helmet to monitor the gas saturation of the workers' blood. The helmet is improved by monitoring oxygen instead of carbon monoxide proves safe conditions. This helmet with wearable technology is just the beginning in construction field. This will helps to reduce the injuries, electrocution and inhalation. This technology will also prevent workers from being struck by vehicles.

The research on wearable technology continues. The construction industry will see the other kinds of wearable technology in the upcoming years.