AI4Work Project: Human-Centric Digital Twin Approaches to Trustworthy AI and Robotics for Improved Working Conditions in Healthcare and Education Sectors.

Journal: Studies in health technology and informatics
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Abstract

AI and robotics aim to transform workplace landscapes in a several sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, construction, agriculture, and education. Central to this evolution is the innovative use of Digital Twin technology, which creates real-time updated virtual replicas of physical systems and entities. This technology is especially transformative in healthcare and education, promising customized and efficient experiences for all involved. This paper outlines the AI4Work project's approach to leveraging Digital Twin Technology to improve work environments in these sectors. The goal of AI4Work is to formulate a workplace where AI and robots seamlessly collaborate with humans, while explores how to best share tasks between humans and machines in six different domains. For healthcare, AI4Work will explore how Digital Twin technology can assist occupational doctors and psychologists in monitoring the physical and mental health of hospital personnel in order to predict burnout symptoms and to create a sustainable working environment. In education, AI4Work will investigate how to uphold the mental health of both educators and students while fostering a more supportive and enduring educational setting.

Authors

  • Ilias Maglogiannis
    Department of Digital Systems, University of Piraeus, Greece.
  • Filimon Trastelis
    BioAssist S.A., Greece.
  • Michael Kalogeropoulos
    HYGEIA Medical Group, Greece.
  • Arsalan Khan
    LUT University, Finland.
  • Parisis Gallos
    University of Piraeus, Greece.
  • Andreas Menychtas
    University of Piraeus, Greece.
  • Christos Panagopoulos
    BioAssist S.A., Greece.
  • Petros Papachristou
    HYGEIA Medical Group, Greece.
  • Najmul Islam
    LUT University, Finland.
  • Annika Wolff
    LUT University, Finland.
  • Salviano Soares
    Engineering Department, School of Sciences and Technology, UTAD, 5000-801 Vila Real, Portugal.
  • Scott Hansen
    Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA.
  • Sebastian Scholze
    ATB - Institut für angewandte Systemtechnik Bremen GmbH, Germany.