As the staffing situation in nursing homes and senior residences becomes increasingly tense, monitoring systems for fall analysis, fall prevention and fall detection can become an efficient tool. Which system should you go for?
Sensitivity to interference:
Radar systems can be interfered with by other electronic devices, such as microwaves or WLAN signals, which can result in false alarms or lack of detection.
Limitations in terms of surveillance:
Radar systems are not able to see through other obstacles, making it difficult to detect movement behind larger objects such as furnitures.
Also, radar is dependent on the dimensions detected and thus cannot always be mounted centrally on the ceiling, for example. This restricts the detection range thanks to pieces of furniture, doors, etc. This is a major disadvantage compared to camera systems.
Higher cost:
Radar systems are typically more expensive than camera systems, which can make them more difficult for some facilities to implement.
Difficulty in integrating with existing systems:
Integrating radar systems into existing surveillance systems can be difficult because they require specialized technology.
The accuracy of detected movements
In some cases, it can be difficult to detect slow falls with a radar system because it may not be sensitive enough to them. In addition, it can be difficult to distinguish between a fall and other movements, which can also lead to false alarms.
Inability of detailed monitoring
Because radar systems do not provide visual monitoring, it can be difficult to accurately assess the cause of a fall or the injuries that result.
It is important to note that each system has its own advantages and disadvantages and that it is important to consider the specific requirements of a facility and the needs of its residents when selecting a system.
Camera-based fall detection systems use computer image processing and AI technologies to detect and analyze motion in a monitored area. The camera captures images or video clips of the monitored area and the system's image processing software analyzes the movements of people and objects in the monitored area. Camera-based fall detection systems typically have higher accuracy than radar-based systems.
Which technology is better depends on the specific requirements and goals of the application. For accurate monitoring of movements and postures, camera-based fall detection is more suitable, while for monitoring in low-light conditions or obstacles, radar-based fall detection may be more appropriate. Combining the two, the advantages of each system can be used to compensate for the disadvantages of one with the other.
The combination of camera and radar-based fall detection can provide a variety of benefits, especially in the context of elderly care:
Increased accuracy:
By combining the two systems, it is possible to achieve higher fall detection accuracy, as each system has its own strengths and weaknesses, allowing potential errors of one system to be compensated by the other.
Avoiding false alarms:
The combination of camera and radar-based fall detection can help avoid false alarms, as both systems must be linked and confirm each other before an alarm is triggered.
Monitoring in different environments:
By combining the two systems, it is possible to provide monitoring in good lighting conditions as well as in low light and in the presence of obstacles, which can be an advantage when caring for the elderly. For example, the Livy sensor station can be mounted on the ceiling and allows an unrestricted field of view of people - during the day and at night.
Maximum accuracy with data protection in mind
While data protection and privacy are already preserved with radar, this is usually a problem with cameras. With Livy, the image data of the persons is therefore additionally abstracted and does not allow any conclusions to be drawn about the person themselves.
In this way, we achieve maximum accuracy of fall detection in combination with both systems, while at the same time taking data protection and privacy into account.
Overall, the combination of camera and radar-based fall detection provides a more comprehensive monitoring solution that offers higher accuracy and false alarm prevention, and enables fall detection in different environments and lighting conditions.
We want to provide you with the highest level of safety and efficient fall detection for your fall prevention.
Therefore, we rely on the combination of both systems to achieve maximum results. Do you have any further questions? Our experts will be happy to answer your questions in a non-binding consultation.