US special operators will start using wearable devices to monitor health and protect against chemical threats

The US Special Forces will soon receive new wearable gadgets that will help monitor the health of fighters right in the field. LifeLens Technologies develops devices that monitor vital signs, such as heart rate, stress levels, and more. 

But most importantly, these devices will be able to warn in advance if the operator is exposed to dangerous chemicals or toxic gases. A representative of the US Office of Special Operations (SOF), which is responsible for security in the face of chemical threats, said that by the end of this year, special forces units will begin to use these devices in practice.

How does it work? The device continuously collects data on the fighter's condition and transmits the information to the command post in real time. If the device "suspects" harmful effects, it will immediately send an alarm signal in order to react quickly and save the operator. This is a major step forward to improve the safety of soldiers, especially when working in the most difficult and dangerous conditions.