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During trials in 2007, one test actually resulted in a 100 percent reduction in the need for human assistance, meaning a caregiver was not required for the task to be completed. Just think how significant this is for adults with cognitive disabilities. It also helps reduce the burden on caregivers, who quite often suffer physically and emotionally from the strain of constantly watching and caring for the disabled.

Other Solutions of the Year covered the automotive industry, cinematography in extreme environments, microscopy, nuclear fuel testing, ballistics, the space shuttle program, wind conditions and more.

To learn more about these and our other Imaging Solutions of the Year, please read the stories that begin on Page 10.