Enhanced Medical Education for Physically Disabled People through Integration of IoT and Digital Twin Technologies

• Published in: Systems (Basel) Vol. 12; no. 9; p. 325
• Main Authors: Kumar, Abhishek, Saudagar, Abdul Khader Jilani, Khan, Muhammad Badruddin
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Basel MDPI AG 01.09.2024
• Subjects: Accessibility; Algorithms; Artificial intelligence; Barriers; Big Data; Blockchain; Case studies; digital twin; Digital twins; Digitization; Disruptive innovation; Education; Efficiency; inclusivity; Industry; Industry 4.0; Innovations; Internet of Things; Investigations; IoT; Learning; Medical education; Medical equipment; Medical personnel; Medical research; MedTech; Physically disabled persons; Physiological apparatus; Product development; Real time; Safety and security measures; Students; Technology; Training; Twins; Virtual environments; Virtual reality; Visualization; Wireless networks
• ISSN: 2079-8954; 2079-8954
• DOI: 10.3390/systems12090325

This research presents an innovative approach to revolutionize IoT service development in medical education, specifically designed to empower individuals with physical disabilities. By integrating digital twin technology, we offer dynamic virtual representations of tangible assets, facilitating real-time simulation, monitoring, and feedback. A unique visual response algorithm has been developed to enhance the processing of visual vector data, resulting in a more efficient IoT service development process. Our method demonstrates superior performance over traditional techniques, particularly in achieving higher intrinsic variable merging values, which is critical for accurate and accessible visualization. The practical applications of this technology are highlighted through case studies that demonstrate how physically disabled students can benefit from interactive and immersive educational experiences. For instance, students can engage with the digital twins of medical equipment, allowing them to practice procedures and gain hands-on experience in a virtual environment without physical barriers. This approach not only improves accessibility but also personalizes learning experiences, adapting to the unique needs of each student. The research underscores the importance of inclusive design in developing IoT services, ensuring higher inclusivity rates and addressing diverse learning patterns. The findings suggest that the integration of IoT and digital twin technologies can significantly enhance medical education, making it more accessible, effective, and inclusive for physically disabled individuals. This study lays the groundwork for future advancements in this field, highlighting the potential for ongoing technological innovations to further transform medical education.