Slap Notes

Inspiration

For patients with Alzheimer's, recognizing things at the moment is difficult. A robot with eyes would help watch out for danger, as well as remembering the important things and people in their lives when they see them.

What it does

Uses a camera to detect objects. Based on user submissions, a sticky note will appear next to the detected objects with a user-defined string, such as reminders, definitions, and positive quotes.

How I built it

We used AlwaysAI API for the object detection algorithm. We used OpenCV to insert stickynotes and text to the images.

Challenges I ran into

We ran into a lot of trouble setting up our Dragonboard. Multiple problems include internet connection, Operating System update, Docker installation and AlwaysAI API installation to the Dragonboard.

Accomplishments that I'm proud of

We gained further understanding with the Debian system when troubleshooting the setup process on the DragonBoard. We also got the sticky notes to appear next to the detected objects.

What I learned

We learned valuable debugging skills and the ability to persevere in the face of adversity.

What's next for Slap Notes

• "Forget me not": Implement facial recognition that determines if a person is recognized by the user. The product would remind the user of the identity of the person, as well as the relevant, preset information.
• "Make new memories": Implement a video-storage system that saves important moments, as indicated by the user. The videos saved would be labelled; when something relevant is seen in the future, certain moments would be replayed for the user.

Built With

• alwaysai
• python