The Special Projects division focuses on cutting-edge initiatives that push the boundaries of care delivery. Each initiative addresses specific challenges while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and transformative impact for people with disabilities.
From robotic assistance to advanced monitoring systems, our projects represent the future of supportive care. Built on years of research and real-world application.
Hands-On Support, Always on Hand. We're researching and developing a platform that enables robots to safely work alongside people, providing precise physical assistance for daily tasks. Our focus is on creating reliable, safe human-robot collaboration systems that empower independence.
Privacy-preserving radar technology for daily activity monitoring, fall detection, and safety in home environments. We're developing advanced mmWave radar systems that integrate with remote support monitoring platforms, providing real-time insights while maintaining complete privacy.
Advanced sleep monitoring and safety systems designed for people with complex medical needs. Our thermal-based monitoring technology provides non-invasive, privacy-preserving oversight during vulnerable nighttime hours, detecting potential safety events while maintaining dignity and independence.
Each of our special projects offers unique benefits and capabilities. Let's discuss how these innovative solutions can enhance your care delivery.
Our foundational research has been instrumental in developing our current initiatives, driving innovation through collaborative partnerships and rigorous testing.
Clinical Research
DODD-Funded Thermal Monitoring Research
DODD-funded research exploring thermal sensor technology for overnight safety monitoring, providing insights for ongoing development.
Comprehensive study demonstrating the effectiveness and practical applications of thermal-based monitoring systems.
Collaborative Research
Advancing Privacy-Preserving Activity Detection
Pioneering collaboration with OSU's ECE and BME departments to develop privacy-preserving radar for activity and fall detection in home settings.
This foundational research explores cutting-edge mmWave technology applications for non-intrusive monitoring solutions.
Technology Development
Non-Invasive Nighttime Monitoring Innovation
Groundbreaking work on thermal imaging for safe, non-invasive nighttime monitoring, building the foundation for current sleep safety systems.
Focus on privacy-first solutions that maintain dignity while ensuring safety and peace of mind for families.
Feasibility Analysis
Exploring Robotic Applications in Care Delivery
Comprehensive analysis exploring robotic applications in care delivery, informing our current robotic assistance initiatives.
Research identified key opportunities for automation while maintaining human-centered care approaches.
