RFID and Speech Recognition Technology ...

From Denver Public Works Department ...

... "Datria's VoCarta Field application allows for the rapid and accurate collection of infrastructure data using leading edge speaker-independent voice recognition combined with Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. To use the system, the city data collectors simply describe what they are seeing into a head worn microphone connected to a mobile computer and GPS receiver. The software automatically translates the user's voice into data while capturing locational information and any comments relating to the condition of the asset. In addition to the GPS data, this technology supports the integration of digital sensor devices including, digital cameras, laser range finders, barcode scanners, and RFID readers. By utilizing speech recognition, there is an increase of data collection speed and accuracy approaching five times that of traditional data collection methods. The system also reduces the training requirement for rolling out a new data collection system and increases the safety of the data collectors by allowing them to work in a hands free and eyes up environment. " ...