Morgantown, West Virginia Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
DataGarden Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for innovation in intelligent hygiene monitoring. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11982630, titled ‘Method and apparatus for cleanliness determination of areas and objects via video monitoring’, introduces a cutting-edge system that uses video analytics to detect and assess cleanliness in real time.
The technology monitors objects and surfaces through camera feeds and evaluates them for visible signs of dirt or contamination. It uses image recognition and AI algorithms to compare current visual data with a stored “clean” baseline, triggering alerts when discrepancies appear. This allows organizations to address hygiene issues immediately, rather than waiting for scheduled inspections.
This system has broad applications in healthcare, food service, hospitality, and public spaces, where sanitation is critical. It reduces human error, supports compliance with cleanliness standards, and enables facilities to maintain safer environments with fewer resources. The platform can be integrated with existing security or facility management systems.
DataGarden Inc.’s innovation combines AI, computer vision, and practical design to solve a common challenge in modern facility operations. By automating the cleanliness audit process, the company provides a smart solution that enhances health, safety, and accountability. This patent signals a new era of proactive hygiene management powered by technology.