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− | Afterguard are smartglasses tailored specifically for sailors. The system consists of a [[Recon Jet]] unit of smartglasses paired with a discrete Central Communications Unit that is connected to the instruments of a ship. This allows crucial navigational, weather or other information to be streamed to the device while keeping the hands of the user free. | + | Afterguard are smartglasses tailored specifically for sailors. The system consists of a [[Recon Jet]] unit of smartglasses paired with a discrete Central Communications Unit that is connected to the instruments of a ship. This allows crucial navigational, weather or other information to be streamed to the device while keeping the hands of the user free. The communication unit is capable of connecting to a number of boat systems with little to no technical experience needed.<ref>http://afterguard.co/list-of-compatible-systems/</ref> The virtual information consist of three different screens<ref>http://afterguard.co/screen-details/</ref> displaying navigational data or time. These are designed specifically to suit the needs of different roles a user may take while being a part of a boat crew. The device is marketed towards professional users, especially in a competitive setting. |
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+ | The display unit is a modified [[Recon Jet]] smartglasses with a modified frame that is resistant to weak water jets. The LED high-contrast display features 240 x 400 pixels resolution. In addition to usual variety of sensors such as a gyroscope, accelerometer or magnetometer, Afterguard also features barometric pressure and ambient temperature sensors. The battery should last for about 4 hours. Attachable battery pack is also available. | ||
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+ | The communications unit is a small, discrete computer designed to interact with on-board instruments and stream information like the boat's speed, heading, position etc. to the display unit via Wi-Fi. | ||
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Revision as of 12:42, 12 October 2015
Afterguard | |
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Category | smartglasses |
Developer | Afterguard Marine[1] |
Announced | April 2014[2] |
Released | Developers:
Consumers: January 2015 |
Price | 2500 USD (2014)[3] |
Operating system | custom |
Display | LED |
Resolution | 240x400 pixels[2] |
Weight | 60 g[1] |
Controls | inertial, touchpad, buttons[4] |
Standalone[5] | |
http://afterguard.co/ |
Afterguard are smartglasses tailored specifically for sailors. The system consists of a Recon Jet unit of smartglasses paired with a discrete Central Communications Unit that is connected to the instruments of a ship. This allows crucial navigational, weather or other information to be streamed to the device while keeping the hands of the user free. The communication unit is capable of connecting to a number of boat systems with little to no technical experience needed.[6] The virtual information consist of three different screens[7] displaying navigational data or time. These are designed specifically to suit the needs of different roles a user may take while being a part of a boat crew. The device is marketed towards professional users, especially in a competitive setting.
Contents
Main characteristics
The display unit is a modified Recon Jet smartglasses with a modified frame that is resistant to weak water jets. The LED high-contrast display features 240 x 400 pixels resolution. In addition to usual variety of sensors such as a gyroscope, accelerometer or magnetometer, Afterguard also features barometric pressure and ambient temperature sensors. The battery should last for about 4 hours. Attachable battery pack is also available.
The communications unit is a small, discrete computer designed to interact with on-board instruments and stream information like the boat's speed, heading, position etc. to the display unit via Wi-Fi.
Purpose
Company & People
Important Dates
Ethical Issues & Health Risks
There has been no issues noted with Microsoft HoloLens so far specifically. However, some general issues connected to Smartglasses in general still apply.
Enhancement/Therapy/Treatment
Public & Media Impact and Presentation
Public Policy
Related Technologies, Project or Scientific Research
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 AFTERGUARD MARINE. Afterguard [online]. Available online at: http://afterguard.co/ (Retrieved 19 August 2015)
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 BOXALL, Andy. These smart specs are like Google Glass for sailors. Digital Trends [online]. 2014, April 15. Available online at: http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/afterguard-recon-smart-glasses-for-sailing/ (Retrieved 19 August 2015)
- ↑ ROSENBAUM, Dan. Afterguard Uses Recon Display for Yacht Racing. Wearable Tech Insider [online]. 2014, April 8. Available online at: http://wearablesinsider.com/2014/04/08/afterguard-uses-recon-display-yacht-racing/ (Retrieved 19 August 2015)
- ↑ AFTERGUARD MARINE. Technical Specifications[online]. Available online at: http://afterguard.co/technical-specifications/ (Retrieved 19 August 2015)
- ↑ Shows if the device is a standalone wearable computer or if it needs to be connected to a processing unit (computer, smartphone) to function.
- ↑ http://afterguard.co/list-of-compatible-systems/
- ↑ http://afterguard.co/screen-details/