Random news from the Archive Non-contact emotion recognition system
01.02.2018
Panasonic has introduced a "smart system" capable of remotely recognizing the emotional state of people.
A mechanically simple solution - two types of video cameras and an image processing system from Panasonic - allows you to achieve interesting results. "Looking" at a person, the device quite accurately assesses his emotional and partly physical state. For example, he understands that the subject is angry and has already turned red with anger. Or, on the contrary, in a strong disorder and therefore feels chills.
The cameras non-contactly record several basic indicators: pulse, blink rate and speed, the position of the eyebrows and mouth, and the temperature of the human body. After analyzing the results, the system determines the strength (from mild boredom to extreme excitement) and the modality of emotions experienced by a person. The latter indicator covers the full range of "feelings" - from complete dissatisfaction with oneself to extreme complacency, and all states in between: fear, anxiety, discontent, irritation, anger, deep unhappiness, discomfort, sadness, depression, boredom, drowsiness, fatigue, relaxation, peace and lightness, contentment, happiness, joy, delight, euphoria, etc.
It also takes into account how a person perceives external conditions - whether it is cold or hot. Whether he wants to sleep - drowsiness is assessed on a five-point scale. Measurements are taken at intervals of 15 minutes, which allows you to predict the dynamics of the state.
According to the developers, the solution will be an excellent addition to a smart home. By connecting it, for example, to lighting and air conditioning systems, it will be possible to correct a person's condition - if necessary, turn on air conditioning, soothing music, etc.
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