Mohamed Benkedadra, a PhD student at UMONS, captivated the audience at the "Ma Thèse en 180 Secondes" competition held at SPARKOH!. This exciting event, part of the "Printemps des Sciences" initiative by the Wallonie-Bruxelles Federation, brought together doctoral students who had just 180 seconds to present their research in the most engaging and concise way possible. Mohamed took the stage with his project titled "Real Time Edge AI for Securing Construction Sites and Public Environments," presenting his innovative AI-driven safety solution aimed at reducing accidents on construction sites. 🏗️

Mohamed painted a vivid picture of the dangers workers face daily on construction sites. He described a scenario where an experienced worker named John, unaware of a reversing excavator, tragically loses his life due to the operator’s limited visibility. "These incidents are harsh realities," he said, emphasizing the risks that workers face and the urgent need for better safety measures. His solution? A revolutionary use of 3D cameras that not only capture the environment but understand it, identifying potential dangers and alerting workers before it's too late. 🚨📹

His presentation ended with a powerful call to action: "Together, let’s build not just safer construction sites but a safer future for all workers." Mohamed’s participation in this competition allowed him to learn to communicate his research better to a non-scientific audience. His work demonstrates that technology isn’t just about enhancing capabilities; it’s about safeguarding what matters most—human life. 🙌❤️

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Mohamed’s presentation in "Ma Thèse en 180 Secondes" reflected the incredible intersection of technology, innovation, and human compassion, proving that AI can be a powerful tool for safety and change.