"Xiaomi" plans to launch smart revolutionary masks to counter the Coronvirus

The demand for medical masks increased dramatically, against the backdrop of the Coronavirus outbreak, as Xiaomi started developing smart revolutionary masks with a range of advanced sensors.

According to “91mobiles”, these masks were noted on the USPTO website.

Modern respirators will be provided with an electronic unit including a microprocessor and an information storage unit. In addition to a built-in rechargeable battery.

It also includes "accelerometer" sensors, environmental sensors and many other sensors.

The smart mask will allow recording information such as air pollution level, inhalation frequency, inhaled air volume, and total working time, in addition, the device will be able to determine whether the user is stationary or mobile.

The collected information can be stored in the built-in memory or transferred wirelessly (via BlueTooth or internet) to a mobile application on the smartphone.

The system will be able to detect abnormal breathing and dangerous levels of harmful substances in the air. as such. Users will be able to receive different recommendations.

However, while the "smart" mask from the company "Xiaomi" is only present on paper. The possible timing of such a product to appear on the market has not been reported.