New thermal screening device powered by artificial intelligence to speed up temperature checks

A new temperature screening device powered by artificial intelligence (AI) could reduce the time and manpower needed to detect those who are running a fever. The device, developed by Integrated Health Information Systems and local start-up KroniKare, is being piloted. Called iThermo, the real-time screening device uses thermal cameras, 3D laser cameras and an artificial intelligence app to measure forehead temperatures within a three-metre range. The device is still being refined, but the team expects to produce 200 units by March to meet demand from retail centres and healthcare facilities. Read more:

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