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Over-Ear Drowsiness Alert
Over-Ear Drowsiness Alert

Intended for use when driving a vehicle but also applicable for people with sleep disorders like narcolepsy, an Over-Ear Drowsiness Alert has an arm that slips over the ear. Once turned on, a sensor first sets the angle from a perpendicular perspective (i.e., zero degrees if the individual is looking straight ahead), then monitors for any indication that the head is tipping forward. When sensing the angle has increased from zero to, say, 15 or 30 degrees, it sounds an alarm or emits a vibration (depending on type), which is loud and/or irritating enough to alert the individual, but not so loud or sudden that he/she responds with a start.

Estimated Cost Cost range: $10-$30

Limitations Limitations Addressed by Product: Hearing


SourceKahtec Technologies International
Austin, TX
Websitewww.kahtec.com
Emailinfo@kahtec.com
Phone512-541-4998

SourceResqme, Incorporated
718 East Mason Street
Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
Websitewww.resqme.com
Emailsales@resqme.com
Phone866-473-7763
805-568-0227
Fax805-568-0228
Last updated: Sep 28, 2018


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