Construction workers will be able to speak commands to an “Alexa-style” voice activated hard hat, according to an article in Construction Enquirer. The report says the technology beams real-time audio instructions into an earpiece and augmented reality (AR) graphics onto the visor.
Scientists hope the system will remove the need for walkie-talkies or consulting hard copies of blueprints, according to the article. Instead, commands like “show me building plans” will prompt designs to be projected onto a helmet visor.
The system will also provide information for project managers, who will be able to access worker timesheets, know their real-time location, and check the status of various projects.
Source: Construction Enquirer