Samsung's brainBand to further understanding of concussion (Summary)

Samsung has developed the "brainBAND" to further our understanding of brain injuries and how they can be managed to avoid long term harm.  Picking up on the symptoms of concussion can be tricky at the time of an incident and measuring its effects thereafter aren't so straightforward either.

This device was developed with the aim of gathering data on head impacts across contact sports. Samsung received help from neuroscientist Dr. Alan Pearce and industrial designer Braden Wilson.

The prototype device comes in the form of a discreet band and is meant to be worn around the noggin like a regular sweatband. There's sensors embedded at the back of the head to measure the force of an impact with data able to be sent to medics, referees and coaches in real-time via a companion app.

On the brainBAND, there are LED lights that flash yellow, orange or red to indicate the severity of a knock, with red being the worst.

The team trialed the devices on professional rugby players to improve understanding and help avoid life changing effects in future players.

You can hear from a couple players in the promo video below. What are your thoughts on this device?

Reference:
http://www.gizmag.com/samsung-brainband-concussion/42438/