This contribution explains the concept of „Wearable Computing“ and the underlying ideas and technologies. These include, among others, the application of wearable computers and mobile input and output devices for a “casual” use: By means of sensors, the system gathers context information in order to reduce the necessary interaction for the user and to present the right information at the right time, and at the right location. A crucial fea- ture of such a solution is that it is an intelligent assistant system supporting the qualified user on site during his mobile work. Areas of application include the maintenance of large indus-trial plants, health care, and tourism. In the present contribution, the focus is on industrial innovation.
Industrie Management | Volume 19 | 2003 | Edition 6 | Pages 25-28
