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"Vitalgram" is the trademark of AffordSense Inc.'s new wearable adhesive bandage-type wireless biosensor. By simply attaching it to the chest, it can send real-time biological data to external devices such as mobile terminals, allowing for the analysis of the body's condition and changes over time. It monitors the body anytime and anywhere, whether during work, while jogging or engaging in sports, as well as during sleep or bathing, providing a safe, secure, and comfortable lifestyle. 【Features】 ■ Skin-friendly biocompatible materials ■ Lightweight and flexible ■ Compact sensor that can be used like a band-aid ■ Capable of sending data to external devices in real-time for analysis *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

"Vitalgram" is a lightweight and flexible small adhesive bandage-type wireless biosensor. By simply attaching it to the chest, it sends biometric data in real-time to external devices such as mobile terminals, allowing for the analysis of the body's condition and changes over time. Whether at work, during sports like jogging, or even while sleeping, it monitors the body anytime and anywhere, providing a safe, secure, and comfortable life. 【Features】 ■ Skin-friendly biocompatible materials ■ Lightweight and flexible ■ Small sensor that can be used like an adhesive bandage ■ Sends data to external devices in real-time for analysis ■ Strong adherence to the body and resistant to the effects of body movement *For more details, please feel free to contact us.

AffordSense Inc. has developed a wireless biometric sensor in the form of a bandage called "Vitalgram," which provides a comfortable wearing experience. It can acquire biometric information such as ECG and body surface temperature, activity levels during exercise, changes in altitude due to posture and stair climbing, as well as environmental information like temperature and humidity. The data can be sent in real-time to external devices such as smartphones and mobile terminals for analysis. [Design and Development] - Biometric Sensors - Customization of Vitalgram Hardware and Software [We will be exhibiting at a trade show] - Event: 4th Medical and Nursing Comprehensive EXPO Osaka (Commonly known as Medical Japan 2018 Osaka) - Dates: February 21 (Wednesday) to February 23 (Friday), 2018 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (until 5:00 PM on the last day) - Location: Intex Osaka - Booth No. 29-20 (Zone B, Hall 6) Within the 8th Kansai Medical Device Development and Manufacturing Exhibition Area 1, No. 28 *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

"Vitalgram" is a wireless biosensor in the form of a patch that can be simply attached to the chest, sending real-time biometric data to external devices such as mobile terminals, allowing for the analysis of the body's condition and changes over time. It can be used for "monitoring" purposes for elderly individuals living alone, infants at home, and nurse calls in hospitals, as well as for "health management" to check daily health conditions and fatigue levels of professional drivers, among various other scenarios. *For more details, please feel free to contact us.*

The adhesive bandage-type wireless biometric sensor "Vitalgram" can provide a more reliable and safe monitoring service using biometric monitoring sensors by integrating with existing nurse call systems in hospitals and nursing homes. It can assess changes in the body, such as dangerous falls, abnormal heart rates, and sudden temperature changes, to make emergency calls, as well as send real-time biometric data to analyze the body's condition and changes over time. 【Emergency Call Features】 ■ Dangerous Fall Detection ■ Abnormal Heart Rate Detection ■ Sudden Temperature Change Detection ■ Sudden Sweating *For more details, please feel free to contact us.

The adhesive bandage-type wireless biosensor "Vitalgram" can be used for daily health checks, such as evaluating sleep quality and stress levels. In stress evaluation, it is possible to assess stress levels based on autonomic nervous system activation and to evaluate stress states from the low-frequency and high-frequency components of the power spectrum of heart rate intervals derived from ECG signals. 【Application Examples】 ■ Sleep quality evaluation ■ Stress evaluation ■ Prediction of epileptic seizures ■ Prediction of heart failure and detection of arrhythmias *For more details, please feel free to contact us.

The adhesive bandage-type wireless biometric sensor "Vitalgram" can be applied to rehabilitation and remote exercise support services conducted at home and in facilities, as well as to health management of workers in hazardous workplaces and prediction of heatstroke. *For more details, please feel free to contact us.

"Vitalgram" is a wireless biosensor in the form of a patch that can be simply attached to the chest, sending real-time biometric data to external devices such as mobile terminals, allowing for the analysis of the body's condition and changes over time. [Usage Examples] ■ Long-term health management and disease prevention By continuously monitoring the body's condition and obtaining parameters for improving lifestyle-related diseases and body shape, it can serve as motivation for improvement. ■ Health management of workers in hazardous environments It helps protect the health of workers operating in hazardous environments such as plants and power stations, preventing dangers before they occur. ■ Planning optimal sports training methods By measuring the effects of the environment and the body's condition, it can assist in devising optimal training methods that do not strain the body. *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

"Vitalgram" is a wireless biosensor in the form of a patch that can be simply attached to the chest, sending real-time biometric data to external devices such as mobile terminals, allowing for the analysis of body conditions and temporal changes in the body. 【Features】 - Built into a silicone rubber case, it measures 51mm x 26mm x 5mm, and weighs approximately 5g, making it small, thin, and lightweight like a patch. - Continuous sensing of biometric information (ECG, heart rate, body surface temperature, sweat), activity information (activity level, state, posture), and environmental information (temperature, humidity, altitude) is possible. - The sensor can be attached in various ways, including directly like a patch, attaching it to an ECG electrode belt, or sewing it into a shirt. *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

The wireless biometric sensor "Vitalgram" is a patch that can be simply attached to the chest, allowing it to send biometric data in real-time to external devices such as mobile terminals, enabling the analysis of the body's condition and changes over time. Its greatest feature is the ability to estimate core body temperature by measuring heat flow from deep within the body using two thermometers: a skin surface thermometer and a radiation thermometer, along with a semiconductor thermometer on the sensor substrate. Real-time signal processing on smartphones and integration with the cloud are also possible. *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.*

"Vitalgram" is a multifunctional wearable biosensor that continuously collects vital information such as the subject's electrocardiogram, heart rate, and body temperature, as well as motion information related to posture and behavior (sitting, standing up, sleeping, walking, running, etc.) and environmental information by being attached to the subject's body, allowing for monitoring "anytime, anywhere." The data collected by the sensors is transmitted wirelessly to mobile devices or the cloud, enabling real-time display and accumulation of the data. By attaching this sensor to the body, it becomes possible to monitor the wearer's physical condition remotely. The belt-mounted sensor (VitalgramCT2) is equipped with a deep body temperature measurement function, which helps prevent heat stroke and hypothermia in workers operating in harsh environments. Additionally, the patch-type sensor (Vitalgram2) can be comfortably adhered to the chest, aiding in the management of fatigue, stress, and drowsiness for long-distance drivers. The Vitalgram platform can provide various services, including training management for athletes and sports enthusiasts, as well as pre-disease management for healthy adults. ★ The UNIDO video library can be viewed from the link below.

In modern society, early detection of invisible stress and fatigue is the first step towards leading a healthy life. The band-aid type biosensor "Vitalgram2" measures electrocardiograms and heart rate variability in real-time, visualizing the activity level of the autonomic nervous system and tension states. By accumulating data during rest and sleep, it allows for an objective understanding of changes in physical condition that are often hard to notice, aiding in stress relief and early disease detection. A patch-type device that can be measured anytime and anywhere strongly supports your self-health check. *For details on the algorithm that visualizes stress indicators, please refer to this document.

Understanding biological rhythms, which cannot be seen through temporary measurements, is the key to improving lifestyle-related diseases and managing body shape. Biological sensors that continuously collect vital data for 24 hours capture daily activity levels, heart rate, and body temperature rhythms as a "line." This allows for accurate understanding of changes in the body due to lifestyle improvements as parameters, making it possible to maintain motivation towards achieving goals. Long-term data accumulation becomes highly valuable evidence in collaboration with doctors and in managing pre-disease conditions. *Detailed materials explain the reasons why long-term monitoring extends healthy life expectancy.

We monitor the sudden health changes and fall risks of elderly individuals living alone 24/7 with advanced technology. The biometric sensors used in the "Coat" system share real-time information about the wearer's heart rate, breathing, and posture with the administrator. In the event of a fall or vital abnormalities, immediate notifications are sent, allowing for emergency response and prompt treatment. This significantly reduces the burden on nurses and caregivers while creating a safer and more supportive care environment. *You can check examples of the introduction of monitoring systems that promote DX in caregiving settings here.*

We will make health management and infection control for children in group living environments such as daycare centers and kindergartens more reliable. By using biosensors to measure baseline body temperature, we will automatically monitor subtle changes in body temperature and irregularities in breathing before fever onset. By detecting discomfort before the onset of subjective symptoms, it is possible to minimize the risk of group infections caused by viral diseases such as influenza. We will streamline the temperature measurement tasks for teachers and contribute to creating a healthy environment where children can spend their time with peace of mind. *Details of the early detection system to reduce infection risks within the facility are currently available in the materials.

We will reliably monitor the health status of workers operating in hazardous environments such as power plants, plants, and disaster rescue sites from a distance. High-performance biosensors calculate signs of heatstroke and extreme fatigue in real-time from deep body temperature and heart rate variability. By being worn by firefighters and rescue team members, it becomes possible to visualize physical stress in extreme conditions and prevent accidents or health issues before they occur. A robust device designed to be waterproof and dustproof supports the "safety" of workers with data, regardless of how harsh the work environment is. *For more details on the safety management platform that prevents accidents for on-site workers, please refer to the materials.

We eliminate the accident risks posed by drowsiness and sudden illnesses in drivers of automobiles and trains using advanced analytical technology. The biometric sensors worn by drivers detect signs of drowsiness from fluctuations in heart rate and issue warnings before attention wanes. They also detect sudden changes in vital signs associated with conditions like epilepsy in real-time, providing a buffer to safely stop the vehicle. Through analysis linked to GPS location data, we identify stress points along the travel route, contributing to the optimization of operational plans. *Examples of drowsiness detection algorithms and their application in operation management are available in the downloadable materials.

In sports gyms and rehabilitation facilities, we precisely monitor the exercise movements of members to achieve more effective guidance. The bio-sensor equipped with a 6-axis motion sensor quantifies the body's tilt and movement sharpness with millimeter-level accuracy. Instructors can grasp real-time changes in form and activity levels, enabling them to provide accurate advice tailored to each individual's fitness level. By calculating exercise intensity from heart rate and setting appropriate loads for each member, we maximize results while minimizing the risk of injury. *We explain in detail how to transform the analysis of exercise movements into added value for gyms in our detailed materials.

By integrating and analyzing environmental factors such as temperature and humidity with an individual's condition, we derive optimal training methods. Patch-type biosensors simultaneously measure temperature, humidity, altitude, and even cardiopulmonary load within clothing, calculating the appropriate amount of exercise for that day. To prevent injuries from overwork, we precisely score the body's condition based on the rate of increase in deep body temperature and the recovery speed of heart rate. By formulating training plans based on scientific evidence, we can efficiently and safely improve performance in a short period. *For details on the integrated analysis that maximizes athlete performance, please refer to the materials.

Human health is deeply dependent on daily lifestyle habits and biological rhythms, and transient measurements are insufficient. A healthy person's body temperature fluctuates throughout the day, and blood pressure and heart rate (100,000 times a day) are constantly varying. To capture these continuous changes, 24-hour continuous monitoring is essential. This technology seamlessly integrates into daily life, recording subtle changes in both body and mind, and supports true health management. *For examples of vital data trends and the importance of measurements, please refer to the materials.*

We are unveiling the full details of a compact and multifunctional sensor device protected by dozens of patents. In addition to measuring ECG, heart rate, and respiratory rate, it can collect a wide variety of data, including deep body temperature and stress indicators (RMSSD/LF-HF) calculated using a unique algorithm, all from a single device. We offer two types: a patch type (6g) and a belt-mounted type (15g), allowing you to choose the appropriate wearing style based on your needs. It is effective in a wide range of scenarios, from medical settings to harsh working environments. *For details on the device's size and the sensors it includes, please refer to the documentation.

Compared to smartwatches, why is it important to wear the device on the torso (chest)? I will explain its technical advantages. "Vitalgram2" allows for the acquisition of high-quality primary information in real-time by being directly attached to the torso, minimizing noise. It enables advanced information provision through edge processing, such as deriving respiratory rates and heart rate variability from electrocardiograms, and precise analysis of posture and walking conditions using 3-axis acceleration and angular velocity. As a result, it demonstrates overwhelming reliability in the early prediction of falls and health abnormalities. *Diagrams of the sensing functions and a list of obtainable data are detailed in the materials.

We will present specific strategies on how to utilize the vast data obtained from sensors for health management and risk avoidance. It is possible to evaluate exercise intensity based on heart rate changes during rest and exercise, as well as to analyze electrocardiograms for the early detection of arrhythmias and heart failure. Additionally, monitoring core body temperature is directly linked to predicting the risk of heat-related illnesses and infections. By combining this with acceleration data, it can be applied to manage sleep quality, prevent depression, and even track progress in rehabilitation, making it a versatile system. *Specific methods for data utilization and examples of applications for disease prevention are explained in the materials.

We will introduce the overall system for analyzing and sharing data measured by sensors in real-time. Data transmitted via BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) to smartphones or gateways is aggregated and managed on a cloud platform in AWS. Noise reduction and hazard prediction, which require real-time processing, are performed on the edge (device side), while accumulated data is analyzed in detail in the cloud, adopting a hybrid configuration. It boasts high performance capable of supporting simultaneous connections of up to 1,000 users. *Please refer to the materials for the system configuration diagram and specifications of the data transfer application.

We will provide a detailed introduction to the changes in vital data during actual running, along with time series graphs. Using sensors attached to the back, we accurately tracked the increase in heart rate during running and the subsequent changes in core body temperature. The measurement data showing a gradual decline in body temperature rhythm after exercise cessation, along with a high correlation with rectal temperature, is extremely valuable from the perspective of sports science. This contributes to setting appropriate training intensities tailored to individual fitness levels. *Detailed analysis graphs of the running demonstration data are included in the materials.

This is a case of real-time management of workers implemented at construction sites in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, and Rumoi City, Hokkaido. The vital signs of heavy machinery operators working on vast sites can be monitored from the office with 4x playback and real-time monitoring. By monitoring changes in heart rate, respiration, and deep body temperature, we can prevent accidents caused by heatstroke and overwork before they occur. Additionally, by combining GPS location tracking, we enable rapid rescue in case of emergencies. *Specific operational screens and tracking results from construction sites are available in the materials.

In the snow removal work in Rumoi City, Hokkaido, the mental load experienced by workers was analyzed using the "LF/HF" index. It was confirmed that inexperienced workers tend to have greater heart rate variability and maintain higher values of the stress index "LF/HF" compared to experienced workers. By cross-referencing behaviors extracted from acceleration data with stress values, it is possible to identify which operations are causing psychological burden. This quantified data is being utilized as a tool for effective skill transfer and safety education. *For comparison data and detailed analysis examples between experienced and inexperienced workers, please refer to the materials.

This is a case study of a demonstration experiment aimed at ensuring driver safety in the transportation industry, where long working hours are a challenge. It continuously collects heart rate data and core body temperature of drivers while driving and automatically determines whether they have reached a dangerous level for heatstroke. Additionally, by applying wavelet transformation to acceleration data, it is also possible to automatically generate daily reports for driving, loading and unloading, and breaks. With just one wearable device, we promote the digital transformation (DX) of the transportation industry by simultaneously achieving health management and operational efficiency. *Analysis charts for the driver monitoring system are detailed in the materials.

This is a new management method that seamlessly measures daily life and working hours, scoring physical and mental stress. It calculates "LSIndex (Lifestyle Index)" based on sleep duration, light tasks, and periods of high physical load. By visually understanding physical condition through radar charts, it can aid in guiding appropriate breaks and preventing lifestyle-related diseases. It supports data management aimed not only at the "safety" of the workplace but also at enhancing the "well-being" of each employee. *Please refer to the materials for indicators of lifestyle analysis and examples of scoring.

This is an example of a meditation service that combines spatial control and biometric measurement, currently being offered at hotels like "GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO." Our "Vitalgram2" precisely measures changes in the mind and body within a space enveloped in mist, light, sound, and scent. The collected data is sent to an algorithm developed by Panasonic, which scores the depth of meditation on a scale from 0 to 100. By visualizing changes in fatigue and refreshment through the app, we strongly support the mental health care and habit formation of our guests. *Details of the experience flow in the meditation room and app screens are introduced in the materials.

We will explain the "Early Detection System for Infectious Diseases" that quickly detects abnormalities in the body based on the correlation between deep body temperature and heart rate. Unlike conventional thermometers, this system continuously measures the most stable "baseline state" temperature during sleep, allowing for the detection of even slight increases as significant changes. It has a proven track record of accurately capturing asymptomatic fevers from conditions such as cystitis and gingivitis, as well as mild fevers associated with vaccine side effects. By collaborating with an AI-based questionnaire app, it contributes to improving the accuracy of isolation assessments and online medical consultations. *Details on the principles of baseline temperature measurement and fever detection algorithms are included in the materials.*