P.PSH.1206 - SoleMate (Save our Soles) - Phase Two Final Report
Smart shoe insoles have been developed with emergency detection and alerting features.
| Project start date: | 21 July 2019 |
| Project end date: | 29 April 2021 |
| Publication date: | 22 April 2024 |
| Project status: | Completed |
| Livestock species: | Grain-fed Cattle, Grass-fed Cattle, Sheep, Goat, Lamb |
| Relevant regions: | National |
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Summary
SoleMate is a life-saving device that fitted in an insole that detects when the wearer is not moving and potentially injured, and notifies an emergency contact with their location. The device does not require charging or turning on and off; it can determine when the boot is being worn and becomes active. Via phase 1 (P.PSH.0922) a small, functioning prototype has been developed and tested in the field with positive feedback towards the need for this device. Phase 2 will investigate concerns, issues found in Phase 1 and seek solutions. Specifically: Market applicability and coverage, false positives/activation, false alerts while driving, phone availability and comfort.
Objectives
- To find solutions for the two fundamental issues: connectivity and accuracy.
- To determine what the exact limitations of the SoleMate device are and, depending on the result, to determine the next steps (Phase Three and onwards).
- Details report on device's event detection accuracy with investigation avenues highlighted.
- Chip algorithm improved and validated.
- Detailed report on research into connectivity solution/s, including rural field testing.
- Summation of Phase Two, including final report and identification of next steps (Phase Three).
More information
| Project manager: | Amanda McAlpine |
| Contact email: | reports@mla.com.au |
| Primary researcher: | Nakatomi Pty Ltd |
