Wed April 07, 2021 - National Edition #8
Lucy Perry â CEG CORRESPONDENT
Power gloves improve grip strength and dexterity for construction workers. Soft exoskeletons designed for the hand, they support workers during grip-intensive and repetitive tasks.
Worker safety is a major component of the construction equation, and COVID-19 has made it even more critical. Rapidly shifting demographics on the job site demand modifications to personal protective equipment in the form of comfort, ergonomics and cutting-edge technology.
As safety consulting firm
Safety Experts notes, the pandemic is raising awareness about the need for updated PPE designs and functions.
Reusable and see-through N95 masks promote better facial communication and 3D-printed masks offer a better fit.
Source: Android Central
Every year, CES serves as the launchpad for the most exciting innovations in televisions, audio, computing, home appliances, mobile accessories, robotics, and other technologically-related fields. The reveals of gorgeously massive OLED displays and immersive wireless headphones leave attendees salivating and shoppers anxious to buy them. But historically, it s the most outlandish technology that gets the bulk of attention and becomes fodder for conversation when asked the inevitable question, what did you see at the show?
These wild and crazy products usually (though not always) hail from small companies and start-ups. And while some are eventually made into actual, saleable products, others disappear after enjoying their 15 minutes of fame.