In care homes, elderly patients often have limited mobility, making it difficult to change positions in bed. This immobility can lead to the development of bed sores (pressure ulcers), which are preventable with timely monitoring and intervention. Bed sore development is often indicated by increased blood flow to affected areas, resulting in higher temperatures detectable by thermal array sensors. The client required a system that could monitor patients’ thermal conditions, detect these temperature changes, and alert caregivers when repositioning was needed.

Semphos developed a comprehensive solution for the smart bed system, incorporating:

Thermal Sensor Array Integration:Interfaced an array of thermal sensors to monitor skin temperature across the bed.

Web UI Development:Created a user-friendly web interface using an ESP32-S3-based Wi-Fi web server to provide real-time thermal analysis accessible to caregivers.

Thermal Analysis Algorithms:Implemented algorithms to detect temperature anomalies that could indicate potential pressure points, prompting caregivers to
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The smart bed system significantly improved patient care by providing caregivers with real-time data on patient conditions. This proactive monitoring helped reduce the incidence of pressure ulcers in elderly patients, enhancing their comfort and well-being in care homes.