Actually, it’s neither. Instead, it’s calculating and ruthless, striking at the precise moment when your sleep is most shallow, thus amplifying the pain. It’s supposed to measure brainwaves, see, then gauge the most opportune moment to wake you. So how does this make it exceptional? Well, because it measures brainwaves during sleep, this alarm clock can pinpoint the best time to nightmarishly jolt you out of slumber. Great idea, no?
Since not even a prototype of this revolutionary device is in existence, seen above is a Defusable Alarm Clock featured last month here at Geeky Gadgets.
The Science Behind Sleep and Alarm Clocks
Defusable Alarm Clocks aside, experiments at the Jerusalem College of Engineering in India have produced startling results. Since human brains at rest have ‘layers’ of sleep or brain activity (this verges on Inception), electrode connectors allowed the scientist’s test alarm clock to measure when it was best to ring. This is based on the understanding that our sleep cycles consist of various stages, including light sleep, deep sleep, and REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep. By monitoring brainwaves, the alarm clock can identify when you are in the lightest stage of sleep, making it easier and less jarring to wake up.
It’s positively horrible. Alarm clocks are pestilential devices anyway that jar you awake from otherwise pleasant dreams; and the noise, the noise! Grating on your nerves in the most excruciating way possible. However, the idea behind this brainwave-monitoring alarm clock is to minimize the discomfort by waking you up during a lighter sleep phase. This could potentially reduce the grogginess and disorientation often experienced when waking up from a deep sleep.
Potential Benefits and Drawbacks
While the concept of a brainwave-monitoring alarm clock might sound like a nightmare to some, it does have potential benefits. For instance, waking up during a lighter sleep phase can lead to a more refreshed and alert feeling in the morning. This could improve overall mood and productivity throughout the day. Additionally, such an alarm clock could be particularly beneficial for individuals with irregular sleep patterns or those who struggle with waking up in the morning.
On the flip side, the idea of having electrodes attached to your head while you sleep might not be appealing to everyone. The practicality and comfort of using such a device on a daily basis could be a significant drawback. Moreover, the technology required to accurately monitor brainwaves and determine the optimal wake-up time might be complex and expensive, making it less accessible to the average consumer.
Thankfully, this is still an experimental concept so we can still dream fitfully with our plain boring alarm clocks. For now, we can continue to rely on traditional alarm clocks or explore other innovative wake-up solutions, such as smart alarms that use gradual light and sound to simulate a natural sunrise.
Source Gizmag
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