Four-camera machine-vision hard hat in pilot stage
AI · Hard hat
Edmonton startup SenseHuman AI is building a hard hat with four cameras and machine-vision software giving a 360-degree view, using vibration to alert workers to the direction of hazards such as trenches, ledges and nearby machinery. The company has run pilots but says it cannot yet reliably predict objects falling from above.
Edmonton startup SenseHuman AI is building a smart hard hat that uses four cameras and machine-vision software to give workers a 360-degree view.
How it works
- It detects hazards such as trenches, ledges, tripping risks and nearby moving machinery and vehicles.
- Vibration in the helmet signals the direction of the risk.
- Site-specific rules can be set, such as a three-metre distance from operating machinery.
- A remote dashboard shows risks, worker proximity to machinery and incident logs.
Limitations
The company says the system cannot yet reliably predict objects falling from above, and it currently focuses on reducing minor injuries. It has completed pilots and is seeking investment to scale manufacturing.
The product is at pilot stage and does not replace certified PPE or engineering controls.
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Based on: SenseHuman AI