XRay Vision in Smart Contact Lenses

23 Aug 2024

XPANCEO

Unveiling Hidden Realities

In recent years, Augmented Reality (AR) has revolutionized the way we perceive and interact with our surroundings. While typically we talk about 'adding' more visual data to the user's field of view, one fascinating application of AR-enabled smart contact lenses involves 'removing' some objects a user sees and leveraging multiple sources of visual and other data to enable them to "see through walls."

Through the combination of computer vision, live and archived footage from various visual data sources (CCTV, device cameras, cloud-stored photos, aerial and satellite footage), thermal imaging, depth sensors, and other data sources, smart contact lenses can reconstruct the environment beyond physical barriers. This breakthrough opens up a host of exciting possibilities across various sectors:

Safety and Security: AR-enabled CCTV systems can enhance safety measures in critical scenarios. For instance, firefighters responding to a burning building can utilize smart contact lenses to see through smoke and walls, gaining real-time information on potential hazards and trapped individuals.

Construction and Architecture: In the construction industry, smart contact lenses can empower architects, engineers, and construction workers to visualize the hidden infrastructure within walls, enabling precise planning, minimizing errors, and optimizing space utilization.

Law Enforcement: AR contact lenses can assist law enforcement agencies by enabling them to perceive the environment more comprehensively. This technology can provide valuable insights during hostage situations, helping officers assess the layout and the location of potential threats.

Urban Planning: City planners can leverage smart contact lenses to gain insights into the hidden infrastructure, such as sewage systems, underground cables, or potential structural weaknesses, facilitating informed decision-making and reducing the risk of costly mistakes.

Of course, while the potential applications of AR and seeing through walls are vast, it is essential to address ethical concerns and overcome challenges associated with this technology. The sooner AR is recognized as a common technology, the sooner we can develop legal frameworks aimed at protecting individuals' rights and privacy. Additionally, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the AR overlays and maintaining a seamless user experience will be critical to widespread adoption.