The CAPSARII Approach to Cyber-Secure Wearable, Ultra-Low-Power Networked Sensors for Soldier Health Monitoring

The European Defence Agency's revised Capability Development Plan (CDP) identifies as a priority improving ground combat capabilities by enhancing soldiers' equipment for better protection. The CAPSARII project proposes an innovative wearable system and Internet of Battlefield Things (IoBT) framework to monitor soldiers' physiological and psychological status, aiding tactical decisions and medical support. The CAPSARII system will enhance situational awareness and operational effectiveness by monitoring physiological, movement and environmental parameters, providing real-time tactical decision support through AI models deployed on edge nodes and enable data analysis and comparative studies via cloud-based analytics. CAPSARII also aims at improving usability through smart textile integration, longer battery life, reducing energy consumption through software and hardware optimizations, and address security concerns with efficient encryption and strong authentication methods. This innovative approach aims to transform military operations by providing a robust, data-driven decision support tool.