We have all been there. After putting in long hours at work, we often forget how old the eggs and other food items in our refrigerator are. But did you know there is a sensor that allows you to keep track of these perishable food items, besides calculating the calories in them and listing out recipes to use them in?
This sensor was one of the many examples of complex technology broken down by Ramesh Babu, an innovation executive and MD of Ackena, a private company, during his talk on ‘Internet of Things’, organised as part of National Technology Day at Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum here on Wednesday.
“Did you know that sensors can be used to open cars without keys from any distance? This can be done through a smartphone,” he told the audience.
Mr. Babu’s talk also included insights on new smart propane tanks, glucose monitors and the huge potential of artificial intelligence. He spoke about his belief that technology should take over the future generations and expressed a desire that private companies collaborate with each other to put forth products for the larger public good.
Ideas to the fore
Inspired by his witty talk, several children in the audience were quick to put forth their innovative ideas. One child suggested installation of sensors at old age homes to aid the elderly without constant interference. Another child spoke about having a smart remote that could automatically change television channels according to the individual’s mood.
Later, the winners of the ‘Technology for Better Future’ contest were awarded. The first prize was bagged by Aditya S. Desai, while Rohit and Vidya came second and third, respectively.
The various displays at the museum proved engrossing for visitors, who formed a huge crowd from the Engine Hall on the ground floor to the BEL Hall of Electronics.
Science lovers of all ages gather
at museum to
celebrate National Technology Day
