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05-01-2012 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for measuring a biological signal

Номер: US20120004563A1

Автор: Jong-pal Kim, Seok Chan Kim

Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

Provided is an apparatus and method for analyzing a biological signal. The apparatus may measure the biological signal, detect a noise signal influencing the electrical characteristics of the measured biological signal, and display the measured biological signal by distinguishing a normal section of the measured biological signal from an abnormal section of the biological signal.

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Номер записи: 1

01-03-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Microfabricated Multi-Dimensional Sensors and Sensing Systems

Номер: US20120050038A1

Автор: Joseph R. Stetter

Принадлежит: KWJ Engineering Inc

A universal microelectromechanical (MEMS) nano-sensor platform having a substrate and conductive layer deposited in a pattern on the surface to make several devices at the same time, a patterned insulation layer, wherein the insulation layer is configured to expose one or more portions of the conductive layer, and one or more functionalization layers deposited on the exposed portions of the conductive layer to make multiple sensing capability on a single MEMS fabricated device. The functionalization layers are adapted to provide one or more transducer sensor classes selected from the group consisting of: radiant, electrochemical, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, and thermal sensors for chemical and physical variables and producing more than one type of sensor for one or more significant parameters that need to be monitored.

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Номер записи: 2

15-03-2012 дата публикации

Device, system and method for monitoring and communicating biometric data of a diver

Номер: US20120065486A1

Автор: Mir Imran

Принадлежит: Incube Laboratories LLC

A system and method for monitoring biometric data of a diver and signaling those data from a first communication device to other communication devices, e.g., those of other divers, on a ship or buoy. A signal generated from a device of the diver can generate a diver identifier, an indication of a stress state of the diver and the diver's location.

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Номер записи: 3

10-05-2012 дата публикации

Data Gathering System

Номер: US20120116201A1

Автор: James Hutchison, Lawrence Arne, Mark Zdeblick

Принадлежит: Proteus Biomedical Inc

A device for gathering data has first and second electrodes. The first electrode is coupled to a surface of interest, and the second electrode is coupled to “everything else” or “the air”. The first electrode is shielded from the second, and from most sources of parasitic capacitance, by a shield that is driven by an active driver that drives the shield to track, and ideally to match, the instantaneous potential of the electrode. The second electrode is likewise shielded in a similar way from most sources of parasitic capacitance. These shields likewise help to limit the extent to which RFI from the device electronics couples with either of the electrodes. In this way the sensing device achieves a markedly better signal-to-noise ratio at frequency bands of interest.

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Номер записи: 4

31-05-2012 дата публикации

SNR Through Ambient Light Cancellation

Номер: US20120136257A1

Автор: Kalpathy Krishnan, Thomas Geske, Tom Wilmering

Принадлежит: Nellcor Puritan Bennett LLC

Systems, methods, and devices for improved patient monitor signal processing with higher signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) are provided. In accordance with an embodiment, an electronic patient monitor may include drive circuitry, a current-to-voltage converter, and feedback circuitry. The drive circuitry may drive an emitter of a medical sensor with dark periods during which the emitter does not emit light, and the current-to-voltage converter may receive and amplify a photocurrent signal from a detector of the sensor. The feedback circuitry may provide a feedback signal to the current-to-voltage converter. The feedback signal, based at least in part on the output of the current-to-voltage converter during the dark periods, may cause the current-to-voltage converter to substantially exclude an ambient light component of the photocurrent. As a result, the current-to-voltage converter may employ a higher transimpedance without distorting the output voltage signal due to oversaturation, and thus may achieve a higher SNR.

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Номер записи: 5

07-06-2012 дата публикации

Movement Monitoring Device For Action Sports, And Associated Methods

Номер: US20120143514A1

Автор: Adrian F. Larkin, Burl W. Amsbury, Curtis A. Vock, Perry Youngs

Принадлежит: PhatRat Tech LLC

A movement monitoring device (MMD) for action sports has a detector for sensing motion associated with action sports, a processor for processing data from the detector to determine one or more movement metrics, and a communications port for wirelessly relaying the movement metrics to a remote location. A method collects motion data within action sports, including: detecting motion of a person or object engaged in action sports; determining one or more events associated with the motion; and wirelessly relaying the events to a remote network. One MMD for action sports is formed within a cell phone having a detector for sensing motion associated with action sports and a processor for processing data from the detector to determine one or more movement metrics for (a) display to a person using carrying the cell phone during action sports or (b) relaying the movement metrics to an external network for review by others.

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Номер записи: 6

02-08-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus and methods for monitoring physiological data during environmental interference

Номер: US20120197093A1

Автор: Eric Douglas Romesburg, Jesse Berkley Tucker, Joseph Norman Morris, Michael Edward Aumer, Steven Francis Leboeuf

Принадлежит: Individual

Apparatus and methods for attenuating environmental interference are described. A wearable monitoring apparatus includes a housing configured to be attached to the body of a subject and a sensor module that includes an energy emitter that directs energy at a target region of the subject, a detector that detects an energy response signal—or physiological condition—from the subject, a filter that removes time-varying environmental interference from the energy response signal, and at least one processor that controls operations of the energy emitter, detector, and filter.

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Номер записи: 7

20-09-2012 дата публикации

Methods for monitoring exposure to an event and devices thereof

Номер: US20120239342A1

Автор: Brian Derek DeBusschere, David A. Borkholder

Принадлежит: ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

A method, non-transitory computer readable medium, and apparatus that includes obtaining, by a dosimetry computing device, sensor readings from at least one sensor. An event is identified, by the dosimetry computing device, based on at least one of one or more of the obtained sensor readings or one or more determinations based on the obtained sensor readings meeting one or more selection. At least one of the one or more determinations or the sensor readings which meet one or more of the selection criteria when the event is identified is stored by the dosimetry computing device.

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Номер записи: 8

13-12-2012 дата публикации

Medication management and reporting technology

Номер: US20120313785A1

Автор: Elizabeth Leslie Manson, Mark Andrew Hanson

Принадлежит: Alarm com Inc

Medication management and reporting technology, in which output from at least one sensor configured to sense physical activity in a building in which medication of a patient is located is monitored and a determination is made to capture one or more images of the medication based on the monitoring. A camera is used to capture an image of the medication and the captured image is analyzed to detect a state of the medication. Information regarding a schedule by which the medication should be taken by the patient is accessed and an expected state of the medication is determined. The detected state is compared with the expected state and a determination is made that the patient has departed from the schedule based on the comparison revealing that the detected state does not match the expected state. A message indicating the departure from the schedule is sent based on the determination.

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Номер записи: 9

21-03-2013 дата публикации

Portable monitoring devices and methods of operating same

Номер: US20130073254A1

Автор: Eric Nathan Friedman, James Park, Shelten Gee Jao Yuen

Принадлежит: Fitbit LLC

The present inventions, in one aspect, are directed to a portable activity monitoring device to calculate a number of stairs or flights of stairs traversed by a user, the monitoring device comprising (i) a housing having a physical size and shape that is adapted to couple to the body of the user, (ii) an altitude sensor, disposed in the housing, to detect a change in altitude of the user and, in response thereto, to generate data which is representative of the change in altitude of the user, and (iii) processing circuitry, disposed in the housing and coupled to the motion sensor and the altitude sensor, to calculate a number of stairs or flights of stairs traversed by the user using the data which is representative of a change in altitude of the user.

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Номер записи: 10

13-06-2013 дата публикации

Personal items network, and associated methods

Номер: US20130151699A1

Автор: Adrian F. Larkin, Burl W. Amsbury, Curtis A. Vock, Paul Jonjak, Perry Youngs

Принадлежит: Apple Inc

A personal items network, comprising a plurality of items, each item having a wireless communications port for coupling in network with every other item, each item having a processor for determining if any other item in the network is no longer linked to the item, each item having an indicator for informing a user that an item has left the network, wherein a user may locate lost items. A method for locating lost personal items, comprising: linking at least two personal items together on a network; and depositing one or both of time and location information in an unlost item when one of the items is lost out of network.

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Номер записи: 11

18-07-2013 дата публикации

Task-Modulated Neurobehavioral Status

Номер: US20130184997A1

Автор: Christopher Grey MOTT

Принадлежит: Pulsar Informatics Inc USA

Systems and methods for modulating a subject's neurobehavioral status by a task-dependent arousal index are provided. Neurobehavioral status may be measured or model-predicted, and the arousal index reflects the composite effect on the subject's neurobehavioral performance of behavioral, environmental, psychological, and physiological factors of the subject's performing an assigned task. Task arousal index may be selected from a database, provided by user input, or combined in real time from sensor data.

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Номер записи: 12

31-10-2013 дата публикации

Measurement devices and methods for measuring analyte concentration incorporating temperature and ph correction

Номер: US20130287631A1

Автор: Matthew A. Romey, Soya Gamsey, Thomas A. Peyser

Принадлежит: GluMetrics Inc

Disclosed herein are methods of estimating an analyte concentration which include generating a signal indicative of the analyte concentration, generating a signal indicative of a temperature, generating a signal indicative of a pH, and transforming the signal indicative of the analyte concentration utilizing an equation of the form of a modified Michaelis-Menten equation depending on Michaelis-Menten parameters, wherein values of the Michaelis-Menten parameters are set based upon data which includes temperature and pH calibration parameters, the signal indicative of a temperature, and the signal indicative of a pH. Also disclosed herein are measurement devices which employ the aforementioned methods.

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Номер записи: 13

14-11-2013 дата публикации

System for monitoring caregivers and equipment

Номер: US20130300558A1

Автор: Carl W. Riley, Kenneth L. Kramer, Richard J. Schuman, Ryan A. Reeder, William L. Jacques

Принадлежит: Hill Rom Services Inc

A hospital monitoring system for monitoring hospital personnel, a plurality of patient locations for patients, and associated devices is configured to control the associated devices based on the presence of hospital personnel or alarms.

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Номер записи: 14

21-11-2013 дата публикации

Position determination system

Номер: US20130307696A1

Автор: Oystein Haug Olsen, Wilfred Edwin Booij

Принадлежит: Sonitor Technologies AS

A position determination system is provided comprising one or more fixed base units and one or more mobile units, wherein the system is arranged to determine the horizontal position of a mobile unit based on the proximity of said mobile unit to at least one base unit and wherein the system is arranged to determine the height of said mobile unit based on the air pressure sensed at the mobile unit and the air pressure sensed at one or more of the base units. The use of pressure sensors to determine height reduces the complexity of the infrastructure required for 3D positioning. The invention finds particular benefit in patient care and monitoring environments and in object tracking and inventory systems. The invention also extends to mobile units for use in the system, intelligent buildings fitted with the system and to methods of determining the position of mobile units.

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Номер записи: 15

21-11-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Microfabricated Multi-Dimensional Sensors and Sensing Systems

Номер: US20130311108A1

Автор: Amol G. Shirke, Joseph R. Stetter

Принадлежит: KWJ Engineering Inc

A universal microelectromechanical (MEMS) nano-sensor platform having a substrate and conductive layer deposited in a pattern on the surface to make several devices at the same time, a patterned insulation layer, wherein the insulation layer is configured to expose one or more portions of the conductive layer, and one or more functionalization layers deposited on the exposed portions of the conductive layer to make multiple sensing capability on a single MEMS fabricated device. The functionalization layers are adapted to provide one or more transducer sensor classes selected from the group consisting of: radiant, electrochemical, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, and thermal sensors for chemical and physical variables and producing more than one type of sensor for one or more significant parameters that need to be monitored.

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Номер записи: 16

05-12-2013 дата публикации

Methods and Systems for Processing Social Interactive Data and Sharing of Tracked Activity Associated with Locations

Номер: US20130325394A1

Автор: Hans Christiansen Lee, James Park, Shelten Gee Jao Yuen

Принадлежит: Fitbit LLC

A method includes determining a location of a first monitoring device used while performing an activity. The first monitoring device is worn by a first user. The method includes determining a location of a second monitoring device used while performing an activity. The second monitoring device is worn by a second user. The method further includes determining whether the locations of the first and second monitoring devices are within a range and whether the activities are similar. The method includes sending a prompt to the first monitoring device upon determining that the activities are similar and the locations are within the range. The prompt includes a request for permission from a first user account to allow a second user account to access information from the first user account regarding the activity performed using the first monitoring device.

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Номер записи: 17

05-12-2013 дата публикации

Methods and systems for interactive goal setting and recommender using events having combined activity and location information

Номер: US20130325404A1

Автор: Hans Christiansen Lee, James Park, Shelten Gee Jao Yuen

Принадлежит: Fitbit LLC

A method for generating recommendations for achieving goals is described. The method includes receiving a goal for a user account. The goal is associated with an activity that is trackable via a monitoring device. The method further includes receiving tracking data associated with the monitoring device. At least part of the tracking data is associated to the activity. The method includes receiving geo-location data associated with the monitoring device. The geo-location data is correlated to the tracking data. The method includes analyzing the received tracking data and geo-location data to characterize a current performance metric for the activity and generating a recommendation for the user account. The recommendation identifies the current performance metric and a suggested action and location for increasing the current performance metric to achieve the goal.

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Номер записи: 18

26-12-2013 дата публикации

Information terminal, information providing server, and control program

Номер: US20130346016A1

Автор: Hiroki Uwai, Kazuma Hosoi, Maki Suzuki, Masakazu SEKIGUCHI, Toshinori Take, Yuko Nakada

Принадлежит: Nikon Corp

A conventional portable terminal has trouble associating gathered activity information with other information to create useful information to be supplied to the user. Therefore, according to one aspect of the present invention, provided is an information terminal comprising an activity identifying section that gathers activity information of a user; a first detecting section that detects change in the gathered activity information; and an information providing section that, based on frequency of an activity corresponding to the detected change, provides information relating to the activity.

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Номер записи: 19

06-02-2014 дата публикации

Methods and Systems for Geo-Location Optimized Tracking and Updating for Events Having Combined Activity and Location Information

Номер: US20140039839A1

Автор: Hans Christiansen Lee, James Park, Shelten Gee Jao Yuen

Принадлежит: Fitbit LLC

A method includes obtaining a first geo-location and a second geo-location. The first and second geo-locations are associated with a monitoring device. The monitoring device is configured to be used by a user. The first geo-location is determined at a first time and the second geo-location is determined at a second time. The first time and the second time are associated with a rate of obtaining geo-location data. The method includes calculating a difference in distance between the second and first geo-locations and changing the rate of obtaining a third geo-location associated with the monitoring device based on the difference in distance between the second and first geo-locations.

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Номер записи: 20

20-02-2014 дата публикации

Apparatus for physiological and environmental monitoring with optical and footstep sensors

Номер: US20140051948A1

Автор: Jesse Berkley Tucker, Michael Edward Aumer, Steven Francis Leboeuf

Принадлежит: Valencell, Inc.

Wearable apparatus for monitoring various physiological and environmental factors are provided. Real-time, noninvasive health and environmental monitors include a plurality of compact sensors integrated within small, low-profile devices, such as earpiece modules. Physiological and environmental data is collected and wirelessly transmitted into a wireless network, where the data is stored and/or processed.

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Номер записи: 21

03-04-2014 дата публикации

Apparatus, systems and methods for monitoring and evaluating cardiopulmonary functioning

Номер: US20140094663A1

Автор: Jesse Berkley Tucker, Michael Edward Aumer, Steven Francis Leboeuf

Принадлежит: Valencell, Inc.

Wearable apparatus for monitoring various physiological and environmental factors are provided. Real-time, noninvasive health and environmental monitors include a plurality of compact sensors integrated within small, low-profile devices, such as earpiece modules. Physiological and environmental data is collected and wirelessly transmitted into a wireless network, where the data is stored and/or processed.

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Номер записи: 22

06-01-2022 дата публикации

SIMULTANEOUS DETECTION OF PATHOGENS CAPTURED RESPECTIVELY FROM INHALATION AND EXHALATION

Номер: US20220000389A1

Автор: Liu Amy Zhang

Принадлежит:

A methodology of detecting pathogens captured respectively from the inhalation and the exhalation in human breathing is disclosed. More particularly, a method is described for simultaneously detecting pathogens captured on sensors placed respectively inside an inhalation channel and an exhalation channel of a nose respirator. 1. A methodology for detecting pathogens captured respectively in the inhalation air and the exhalation air of human breathing , having a step of:a. Capturing pathogens from inhaling air and exhaling air respectively on a capturing device;b. Allowing captured pathogens to react with a sensor; andc. Reporting outcome of the reaction.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the inhalation air and the exhalation air flow through an inhaling channel and an exhaling channel respectively in a nose respirator capable of separating these two air flows in human breathing.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a material that can react with a pathogen and release a detectable signal.4. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the reporting of the outcome of the reaction is achieved through a mechanism of converting the reaction signal into reflection of the presence or absence of a pathogen.5. The method as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the sensor is embedded within a pathogen-capturing device.6. The method as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the reporting of the pathogen-sensor reaction is achieved with a portable device.7. The method as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the sensor embedded within a pathogen-capturing device reacts with the pathogen's specific nucleic acid and emits a signal.8. The method as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the sensor-emitted signal includes luminance and fluorescence.9. The method as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the reporting of the pathogen-sensor reaction is achieved with a portable fluorescence reader.10. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the pathogen capture claim 1 , the pathogen-sensor ...

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Номер записи: 23

02-01-2020 дата публикации

Unobtrusive health analysis

Номер: US20200000369A1

Автор: Christian Andreas Tiemann, Cornelis Bernardus Aloysius Wouters

Принадлежит: Koninklijke Philips NV

A method of estimating a ventilation rate in a room, the method comprising receiving a signal indicative of a concentration of at least one Volatile organic compound (VOC(t)) inside the room; processing the signal to detect at least one increase from an initial level (VOC(t0)) of the concentration of the at least one volatile organic compound; detect a corresponding maximum level of the concentration from the initial level; detecting when the concentration of the volatile organic compound returns towards the initial level or a steady state level (VOCss) from the corresponding maximum level; and determining the ventilation rate (k) based on the rate at which the concentration of the at least one Volatile organic compound returns towards the initial level or the steady state level from the corresponding maximum level.

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Номер записи: 24

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Pupillometry Systems, Methods, and Devices

Номер: US20210000339A1

Автор: Neice Andrew Elliott

Принадлежит:

Pupillometry systems for measuring pupillary characteristics of a patient are shown and described. The puillometry systems include at least one camera, and a computer system in data communication with the at least one camera, the computer system having a processor and a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium includes computer-readable instructions for collecting and time stamping the image data, processing the raw image data in such a way as to bring the images into conformance with standardized image parameters, identifying and measuring the one or more pupils in the image data, processing the image data to produce measurement data of change in the one or more pupillary characteristics, calculating a standardized output of measurement data for the one or more pupillary characteristics, and providing a mechanism to share or store this information with other users via a computer network. 2. The pupillometry system of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment of the image properties and/or adjustment of the criteria used to identify the pupil is based on measurements of the existing ambient illumination.4. The pupillometry system of claim 1 , further comprising a system in which the non-transitory computer-readable storage medium has instructions for adjusting the level of illumination from the radiation source.5. The pupillometry system of claim 4 , wherein the level of illumination is adjusted based on measurements of the existing ambient illumination.7. The pupillometry system of claim 1 , wherein the computer readable storage medium contains instructions for adjusting the criteria for identifying and measuring one or more pupils based on measured image properties that include one or more of the following in one or more color channels: image brightness claim 1 , image contrast claim 1 , minimum pixel values claim 1 , distribution of pixel values claim 1 , maximum pixel values claim 1 , either in the image as a ...

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Номер записи: 25

03-01-2019 дата публикации

WEARABLE MONITORING DEVICES WITH PASSIVE AND ACTIVE FILTERING

Номер: US20190000396A1

Автор: Aumer Michael Edward, LeBoeuf Steven Francis, Tucker Jesse Berkley

Принадлежит:

A wearable device includes a housing with a window and an electronic module supported by the housing. The electronic module includes a photoplethysmography sensor, a motion sensor, and a signal processor that processes signals from the motion sensor and signals from the photoplethysmography sensor. The signal processor is configured to remove frequency bands from the photoplethysmography sensor signals that are outside of a range of interest using a band-pass filter to produce pre-conditioned signals, and to further process the pre-conditioned signals using the motion sensor signals to reduce motion artifacts from footsteps during subject running. The device includes non-air light transmissive material in optical communication with the photoplethysmography sensor and the window that serves as a light guide for the photoplethysmography sensor. The window optically exposes the photoplethysmography sensor to a body of a subject wearing the device via the non-air light transmissive material. 1. An ear-worn device , comprising:a housing comprising at least one window;an electronic module supported by the housing, the electronic module comprising at least one photoplethysmography (PPG) sensor, at least one motion sensor, and at least one signal processor configured to process signals from the at least one motion sensor and signals from the at least one PPG sensor, wherein the at least one signal processor is configured to remove frequency bands from the signals from the at least one PPG sensor that are outside of a range of interest using at least one band-pass filter to produce pre-conditioned signals, and to further process the pre-conditioned signals using the signals from the at least one motion sensor to reduce motion artifacts from footsteps during subject running; andnon-air light transmissive material in optical communication with the at least one PPG sensor and the window that serves as a light guide for the at least one PPG sensor, wherein the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 26

07-01-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR EXTRA-CORPORAL CHEMICAL DETECTION AND MONITORING

Номер: US20160000361A1

Автор: Shnaper Zinovy, Straub Joseph

Принадлежит: TraceX Inc.

A device for detection of substances transmitted into the body surrounding environment through body boundaries including a first sensor arranged to face a body boundary surface and structured to locally detect a substance indicative of at least one targeted substance of interest transmitted through the body boundary surface in proximity of the body boundary surface of a monitored subject. The device also includes a second sensor arranged to face in an opposite direction from the body boundary surface and structured to detect in a surrounding environment at least one substance indicative of the targeted substance of interest transmitted through the body boundary surface of the monitored subject. In addition the device further include an electronic circuit structured to receive and process the signals generated by the first and second sensors, and to determine presence of the at least one targeted substance of interest. 1. A method for detection and classification of substances transmitted into the body surrounding environment through body boundaries comprising steps of:providing at least one first sensor arranged proximally to face at least one body boundary surface,providing at least one second sensor arranged to face in an opposite direction from the at least one body boundary surface,providing one electronic communicatively connected to the at least one first sensor and the at least one second sensor and arranged to receive and process information generated by the at least first and the at least second sensors,collecting at least one body-related sample and generating, using the at least one first sensor, at least one signal indicative of at least one targeted substance resulting from the at least one substance transmitted through the at least one body boundary surface of at least one monitored subject,collecting in a surrounding environment at least one environment-related sample and generating, using the at least one second sensor, at least one signal indicative ...

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Номер записи: 27

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Epidermal Photonic Systems and Methods

Номер: US20210000390A1

Автор: ROGERS John A.

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The invention provides systems and methods for tissue-mounted photonics. Devices of some embodiments implement photonic sensing and actuation in flexible and/stretchable device architectures compatible with achieving long term, mechanically robust conformal integration with a range of tissue classes, including in vivo biometric sensing for internal and external tissues. Tissue-mounted photonic systems of some embodiments include colorimetric, fluorometric and/or spectroscopic photonics sensors provided in pixelated array formats on soft, elastomeric substrates to achieve spatially and/or or temporally resolved sensing of tissue and/or environmental properties, while minimize adverse physical effects to the tissue. Tissue-mounted photonic systems of some embodiments enable flexible passive or active optical sensing modalities, including sensing compatible with optical readout using a mobile electronic devices such as a mobile phone or tablet computer. 169-. (canceled)70. An epidermal microfluidic sweat patch comprising:a flexible or stretchable substrate;a microfluidic channel disposed in said flexible or stretchable substrate, the microfluidic channel having an inlet on a bottom surface of the flexible or stretchable substrate configured to receive sweat released by skin sweat glands;a cavity disposed in said flexible or stretchable substrate, wherein the cavity is fluidically connected to the inlet or the microfluidic channel for receiving sweat released by skin sweat glands; anda plurality of colorimetric indicators disposed in the microfluidic channel and/or in the cavity for multiparametric detection of a plurality of sweat parameters.71. The epidermal microfluidic sweat patch of claim 70 , wherein said plurality of sweat parameters are two or more sweat parameters selected from the group consisting of:sweat volume and/or sweat rate;sweat pH;glucose concentration;lactate concentration;chloride concentration;creatinine concentration;copper ion concentration;iron ...

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Номер записи: 28

04-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING A RECOMMENDED SKIN TEMPERATURE

Номер: US20180000352A1

Автор: Falk Steven, Starr Karen, Utturkar Yogen Vishwas

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A method and apparatus includes an infant holding area, a display area, a heating system for warming the infant holding area, an environmental sensor, a physiological sensor, and a processor. The processor is configured to receive an environmental sensor input from the environmental sensor and a physiological sensor input from the physiological sensor. The processor is configured to determine a recommended skin temperature based on the environmental sensor input and the physiological sensor input. The processor is configured to display the recommended skin temperature on the display area. 1. An apparatus comprising:an infant holding area;a display area;a heating system for warming the infant holding area;an environmental sensor;a physiological sensor; anda processor configured to receive an environmental sensor input from the environmental sensor and a physiological sensor input from the physiological sensor, wherein the processor is configured to determine a recommended skin temperature based on both the environmental sensor input and the physiological sensor input, and wherein the processor is configured to display the recommended skin temperature on the display area.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , where the physiological sensor is selected from the group consisting of a skin temperature sensor claim 1 , a blood temperature sensor claim 1 , a breathing rate senor claim 1 , a tidal breathing airflow sensor claim 1 , a blood volume sensor claim 1 , a weight sensor claim 1 , and a heart rate sensor.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , where the physiological sensor comprises a skin temperature sensor.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the environmental sensor is selected from the group consisting of an air velocity sensor claim 1 , an air temperature sensor claim 1 , and an air humidity sensor.5. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the environmental sensor is selected from the group consisting of an air velocity sensor claim 2 , an air temperature sensor claim 2 , and an ...

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Номер записи: 29

05-01-2017 дата публикации

USER FATIGUE LEVEL ANALYSIS COMPONENT

Номер: US20170000399A1

Автор: Barrau Coralie, LORE MARIE, Villette Thierry

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The disclosed embodiments include user fatigue level analysis components, real-time visual behavior measuring devices, and methods for determining the fatigue level of a user. In one embodiment, a user fatigue level analysis component includes a memory configured to store computer executable instructions and a processor for executing the computer executable instructions. The computer executable instructions comprise instructions for receiving at least a visual behavior parameter indicative of the real time visual behavior of the user, for providing at least one sleep quality history parameter indicative of the sleep quality history of the user, and for determining the fatigue level of the user based on the analysis of the combination of the at least one visual behavior parameter and the at least one sleep quality history parameter. 1. A user fatigue level analysis component , comprising:memory configured to store computer executable instructions; and receiving at least one visual behavior parameter indicative of a real time visual behavior of a user in activity;', 'providing at least one sleep quality history parameter indicative of a sleep quality history of the user, the sleep quality history being determined when the user is sleeping; and', 'determining a fatigue level of the user based on an analysis of a combination of the at least one visual behavior parameter and the at least one sleep quality history parameter., 'a processor for executing the computer executable instructions, wherein the computer executable instructions comprise instructions for2. The component of claim 1 , wherein a visual behavior parameter of the at least one visual behavior parameter relates at least to an eyelids activity of the user.3. The component of claim 1 , wherein the computer executable instructions further comprise instructions for:receiving real-time head movement data relating to real time movement of the head of the user; anddetermining the fatigue level based on the real- ...

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Номер записи: 30

04-01-2018 дата публикации

MIGRAINE HEADACHE TRIGGER DETECTION PROCESSING

Номер: US20180000425A1

Автор: Hernacki Brian J.

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Techniques and device configurations used in the detection of migraine triggers or similar human pain conditions are disclosed. In an example, a migraine trigger detection device collects data on ambient stimuli for a human subject, through various light, sound, or odor sensors. A computing device connected to the migraine trigger detection device receives and processes the data to correlate the detected stimuli with migraine symptoms of the human subject. Such correlation may be based on real-time data, data from a prior phase of the migraine, or data from other migraine episodes (e.g., to identify common triggers of migraines over time). Additionally, such correlation may be performed with use of a remote data processing system that receives the sensor data (or aggregated forms of data). In further examples, trigger reports, pain condition, time inputs, or migraine phase may be obtained through a graphical user interface of the computing device. 1. A computing device , comprising processing circuitry to:receive sensor data from a sensor device worn by a human subject, wherein the sensor data indicates respective conditions of a plurality of ambient stimuli occurring in proximity to the human subject;receive input from the human subject, wherein the input indicates a pain condition of the human subject;process the sensor data and the received input with a user-trained model to identify a trigger of the pain condition, wherein the trigger of the pain condition corresponds to a particular stimulus of the plurality of ambient stimuli; andgenerate output to the human subject, wherein the output indicates the trigger of the pain condition.2. The computing device of claim 1 ,wherein the pain condition of the human subject is a migraine headache,wherein the trigger of the pain condition relates to an environmental characteristic of the particular stimulus, andwherein the generated output includes an identification of the environmental characteristic of the particular ...

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Номер записи: 31

03-01-2019 дата публикации

Therapy Control by Comprehensive Feedback

Номер: US20190001039A1

Автор: Fischer Karsten, Heide Alexander, Merchant Stephen

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The application refers to a medical treatment device a medical treatment system and a method for operating the medical treatment device and medical treatment system for treatment of a patient, comprising a sensor interface for receiving sensor data from a plurality of different external and internal peripheral sensors, a controller for processing the received sensor data in order to calculate control data and for providing the calculated control data for controlling medical treatment-related devices or for controlling a configuration of medical treatment-related apparatuses and an output interface for providing the control data. 1. A method for automatic control of a medical treatment device based on sensor data , comprising:receiving the sensor data from a plurality of peripheral sensors;processing received sensor data in order to calculate control data and;providing the control data for controlling medical treatment-related devices or for controlling a configuration of medical treatment-related apparatuses.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the control data is provided to the medical treatment device or parts thereof for control of dialysis treatment.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the control data is provided to one or more external machines claim 1 , being activatable during the dialysis treatment.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the one or more external machines comprises a central server.5. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the one or more external machines comprises a local media device.6. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the one or more external machines comprises a local temperature control device.7. The method according to wherein the one or more external machines comprises a local lighting system.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a control status is detected automatically and a control status message may be generated.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the control data is pre- ...

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Номер записи: 32

04-01-2018 дата публикации

ROBOTIC VEHICLE CONTROL

Номер: US20180001902A1

Автор: Duncan William D., Hyde Roderick A.

Принадлежит: ELWHA LLC

A vehicle includes a detection system configured to acquire data regarding operation of the vehicle, and a robotic driving device configured to provide robotic control of the vehicle. The vehicle also includes a control system configured to determine whether the robotic driving device is activated, such that the vehicle is in robotic driving mode; receive a request by a prospective operator of the vehicle to deactivate the robotic driving device to initiate a manual driving mode; determine whether the prospective operator is impaired based on the data; and selectively grant or refuse the request based on the determination. 1. A method of responding to an emergency situation in a vehicle , comprising:receiving threshold data indicative of an emergency situation;acquiring operation data regarding operation of the vehicle, wherein the operation data includes data regarding a non-operator passenger of the vehicle;determining whether an emergency situation exists based on the threshold data and the operation data;selectively activating a robotic driving mode to direct the vehicle to an emergency response location selected based on the emergency situation determination; andturning the vehicle off after arrival at the emergency response location.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein a control system prevents deactivation of the robotic driving mode during the direction of the vehicle to the emergency response location.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the operation data includes a state characteristic of the non-operator passenger claim 1 , wherein the state characteristic includes an indication of at least one of a cognitive response ability claim 1 , a heart rate claim 1 , a tremor claim 1 , a blood alcohol level claim 1 , a blood flow level claim 1 , a pupil dilation level claim 1 , a vision acuity level claim 1 , and a presence of an impairing drug claim 1 , such as marijuana.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the operation data includes a driving characteristic of an ...

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Номер записи: 33

13-01-2022 дата публикации

Device and Method for Detecting and Monitoring Cutaneous Diseases

Номер: US20220008002A1

Автор: Farina Marco, Secco Jacopo

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A device and a method are provided for detecting and monitoring cutaneous diseases, wherein the device includes an image acquisition component adapted to acquire medical images of at least one portion of skin affected by a cutaneous disease, sensors adapted to detect physical conditions of the portion of skin and/or environmental conditions around the portion of skin, and to generate pathology data representing the physical conditions and/or the environmental conditions, memory for storing data in digital form, and a processor configured for a) reading the pathology data detected by the sensors and the medical images acquired by the image acquisition component, and b) storing the pathology data and the medical images into the memory. 1. A device for monitoring cutaneous diseases , comprising:image acquisition means adapted to acquire medical images of at least one portion of skin affected by a cutaneous disease;sensor means adapted to detect physical conditions of said portion of skin and/or environmental conditions around said portion of skin, and to generate pathology data representing said physical conditions and/or said environmental conditions;memory means for storing data in digital form; and reading the pathology data detected by the sensor means and the medical images acquired by the image acquisition means, and', 'storing said pathology data and said medical images into said memory means., 'processing means in communication with the image acquisition means, the sensor means and the memory means, wherein said processing means are configured for2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor means comprise one or more distance sensors capable of measuring a distance between said portion of skin and said device.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor means comprise an ultraviolet image sensor capable of detecting light having a wavelength in the range of 200 to 450 nanometres claim 1 , and one or more sources of ultraviolet light.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 34

13-01-2022 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR FACILITATING THE TRANSITION BETWEEN A CONSCIOUS AND UNCONSCIOUS STATE

Номер: US20220008688A1

Автор: Kochman Cary

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A system and method for facilitating and maintaining various states of a user consciousness, including the transition between a conscious and unconscious state, is provided. The system and method include use of a smart device having a user interface, a biometric sensor coupled to a user and configured to transmit the user's biometric data to the smart device and an environmental sensor configured to transmit environmental data to the smart device. The smart device controls one or more environmental systems proximate the user and an audio/visual device proximate the user to facilitate transitioning the state of the user. 120-. (canceled)21. A system for enhancing a desired user state comprising:a smart device having a user interface configured to provide user feedback input to the smart device;a first biometric device coupled to the smart device for transmitting a first biometric data from a user to the smart device;a first environmental sensor for transmitting a first environmental data proximate the user to the smart device;a first environmental device proximate the user coupled to the smart device;an audio/visual device proximate the user coupled to the smart device;wherein the smart device controls the environmental device and the audio/visual device in response to data received from the first biometric device, the first environmental sensor and user feedback input received from the user interface to effect a desired state of the user.22. The system of further comprising a second biometric device coupled to the smart device for transmitting a second biometric data from the user to the smart device.23. The system of further comprising a second environmental sensor for transmitting a second environmental data proximate the user to the smart device.24. The system of further comprising a second environmental device proximate the user coupled to the smart device.25. The system of wherein the audio/visual device is controlled by the smart device to produce a desired ...

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Номер записи: 35

03-01-2019 дата публикации

Integrated Wearable Noise Dosimeter

Номер: US20190003878A1

Автор: Lapetina John, Mirov Russell Norman, Thng Florence

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Systems and methods are described that may provide audio information about an environment around a wearable device. Such audio information may be correlated with other biometric data to provide physiological information, e.g. regarding a wearer of the wearable device. For example, an illustrative method includes receiving an audio signal via a microphone of a wearable device and rectifying the audio signal with a peak detector. The method further includes amplifying the rectified signal with a logarithmic amplifier and causing an analog to digital converter (ADC) to sample the logarithmic signal. The method also includes causing the ADC to convert the sampled logarithmic signal to a digital output and storing the digital output in a memory of the wearable device. In some embodiments, the method includes transmitting the digital output to a computing device, which may correlate the digital output with other biometric data. 1. A method comprising:receiving an audio signal;rectifying and amplifying the audio signal to provide a rectified and logarithmically amplified signal based on a mathematical log function;sampling the rectified and logarithmically amplified signal to provide a sampled rectified and logarithmically amplified signal;converting the sampled rectified and logarithmically amplified signal to a digital output;transmitting the digital output to a computing device, wherein the computing device is configured to correlate the digital output with other biometric data; andtriggering an indication relating to a user's health via a user interface, wherein the indication is based on a comparison between the digital output and the other biometric data.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the rectifying and the amplifying the audio signal are performed in an analog domain.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the method is performed by a wearable device.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the wearable device comprises a microphone claim 3 , wherein receiving the audio ...

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Номер записи: 36

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Detecting Falls Using A Mobile Device

Номер: US20210005071A1

Автор: JAYARAMAN RAGHURAM Karthik, Pham Hung A., Sharma Sheena, Srinivas Umamahesh, Ullal Adeeti V., ZHANG XIAOYUE

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In an example method, a mobile device receives motion data obtained by one or more sensors over a time period, where the one or more sensors are worn by a user, The mobile device determines, based on the motion data, an impact experienced by the user during the time of period, and determines one or more of characteristics of the user. The mobile device determines, based on the motion data and the one or more characteristics of the user, a likelihood that the user requires assistance subsequent to the impact, and generates one or more notifications based on likelihood. 1. A method comprising:receiving, by a mobile device, motion data obtained by one or more sensors over a time period, wherein the one or more sensors are worn by a user;determining, by the mobile device based on the motion data, an impact experienced by the user during the time of period;determining, by the mobile device, one or more of characteristics of the user;determining, by the mobile device based on the motion data and the one or more characteristics of the user, a likelihood that the user requires assistance subsequent to the impact; andgenerating, by the mobile device, one or more notifications based on likelihood.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more characteristics of the user comprise:an age of the user.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the likelihood increases with an increase in the age of the user.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more characteristics of the user comprise:a gender of the user.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the likelihood depends on the gender of the user.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more characteristics of the user comprise:a historical physical activity level of the user.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the likelihood increases with a decrease in the historical physical activity level of the user.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the historical physical activity level is indicative of a frequency of movement by the user ...

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Номер записи: 37

04-01-2018 дата публикации

PERSONAL SAFETY DEVICE, METHOD AND ARTICLE

Номер: US20180005503A1

Автор: Kaindl Robert

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An article of clothing includes user-protection circuitry, integrated into the article of clothing. The user-protection circuitry includes condition-detection circuitry, which, in operation, generates one or more indications related to an environment of the article of clothing. The user-protection circuitry also includes broadcast circuitry including at least one pulsing device, and control circuitry. The control circuitry, in operation, activates the broadcast circuitry based on the one or more indications related to the environment of the article of clothing generated by the condition-detection circuitry. 1. A system , comprising:an article of clothing; and condition-detection circuitry, which, in operation, generates one or more indications related to an environment of the article of clothing;', 'pulsing circuitry; and', 'control circuitry, which, in operation, activates the pulsing circuitry based on the one or more indications related to the environment of the article of clothing generated by the condition-detection circuitry., 'user-protection circuitry, integrated into the article of clothing, the user-protection circuitry including2. The system of claim 1 , comprising a wireless interface coupled to the user-protection circuitry.3. The system of claim 1 , comprising a control terminal claim 1 , which claim 1 , to operation claim 1 , transmits control signals to the user-protection circuitry.4. The system of wherein claim 1 , in operation claim 1 , the control circuitry configures the user-protection circuitry based on received control signals.5. The system of wherein the user-protection circuitry comprises one or more of:one or more displays;one or more light emitting diodes (LEDs);one or more pulsers;one or more lasers; andone or more speakers.6. The system of wherein the user-protection circuitry claim 1 , in operation claim 1 , silently broadcasts information to a wearer of the article of clothing.7. The system of wherein the pulsing circuitry includes ...

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Номер записи: 38

02-01-2020 дата публикации

DISPLAY SYSTEM AND DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20200005913A1

Автор: HOSOI Kazuhiro, Kawai Eizi, KONDO Masahiro

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An example of a display system includes a sensor, a projector, and control means. The sensor senses user information for calculating a state regarding sleep of a user. The user information is, for example, biological information such as pulse. The projector projects and displays a predetermined image. The projector, for example, projects the image upward to project and display the image on the ceiling. The control means controls the projector in accordance with a state regarding sleep, which is calculated on the basis of the user information. 120-. (canceled)21. A display system , comprising:a sensor configured to sense user information for calculating a sleep state of a user; andcontrol circuitry configured to cause the display system to display an image related to the sleep state calculated on the basis of the user information, whereinif the display system judges, based on at least biological information calculated from the sensed user information, that the user is in a sleep state prior to awakening, the control circuitry causes the display system to automatically display an image for inducing awakening of the user when the display system judges that the user is in the sleep state prior to awakening, andif the display system judges, based on at least the calculated biological information, that the user is in a state of awakening, the control circuitry switches the image displayed so as to automatically display an evaluation result of sleep for the user when the display system judges that the user is in the state of awakening.22. The display system according to claim 21 , whereinthe control circuitry causes the display system to display the image related to the sleep state calculated on the basis of the user information, at a timing in accordance with the sleep state of the user, which is a timing specified on the basis of the user information.23. The display system according to claim 22 , whereinthe control circuitry causes the display system to display the image ...

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Номер записи: 39

12-01-2017 дата публикации

SMART SPORTS PROTECTIVE APPARATUS

Номер: US20170007181A1

Автор: Wang Jijun

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According to some embodiments of this disclosure, a smart sports protective apparatus comprises: a base body device for covering at least a part of a user's body to relieve an impact of an external force to at least the part of the user's body when the user is playing sports; a circuit device for collecting user data, including the user's biological data, motion status data, and body gesture data, from the user in real time when the user is playing sports, at least a part of the circuit device being arranged inside the base body device; and a power supply device for supplying an electric power to the circuit device, the power supply device being arranged inside the base body device. 1. A smart sports protective apparatus , comprising:a base body device for covering at least a part of a user's body to relieve an impact of an external force to at least the part of the user's body when the user is playing sports;a circuit device for collecting user data, including the user's biological data, motion status data, and body gesture data, from the user in real time when the user is playing sports, at least a part of the circuit device being arranged inside the base body device; anda power supply device for supplying an electric power to the circuit device, the power supply device being arranged inside the base body device.2. The smart sports protective apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the smart sports protective apparatus is a smart leg guard claim 1 , in which the base body device covers at least a part of the user's shank to relieve the impact of the external force to the user's shank when the user is playing sports claim 1 , so as to prevent the user's shank being injured.3. The smart sports protective apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the circuit device comprises:a data collecting unit for collecting the user data, and the data collecting unit including a biosensing module for collecting the user's biological data, a gesture sensing module for collecting the user's body ...

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Номер записи: 40

20-01-2022 дата публикации

Method and system to optimize pharmacotherapy

Номер: US20220020463A1

Автор: Dirk Ernest Von Hollen, James GARSTECK, XIA Chen

Принадлежит: Koninklijke Philips NV

A method of optimizing pharmacotherapy includes monitoring one or more characteristics of a patient associated with a condition of the patient and evaluating a baseline severity of the condition of the patient, recommending a selected therapy to the patient based on a therapy efficacy-risk map, evaluating an actual severity of the condition of the patient, evaluating an efficacy of the selected therapy, evaluating a risk score of the selected therapy, and updating the therapy efficacy-risk map based on the evaluated efficacy and risk score of the selected therapy.

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Номер записи: 41

14-01-2021 дата публикации

VISUAL TESTING USING MOBILE DEVICES

Номер: US20210007599A1

Автор: GRONDIN Elidia, HERLEDAN Laurent, LAGADEC Mathieu, TRIBOUILLOIS Denis

Принадлежит: Tilak Healthcare

A mobile device and a method for testing an individual's vision are provided, the mobile device including a screen for displaying at least one test pattern, such as a smartphone or a tablet computer. A test of the individual's vision is performed using the test pattern displayed on the screen of the mobile device, in particular for testing visual acuity, contrast sensitivity and/or visual disturbances. Further, a parameter influencing the test result is evaluated before and/or during performing the test. The parameter includes at least one of the distance between the eye of the individual and the screen; the brightness at which the test pattern is displayed; and the ambient luminosity. 1. A mobile device for testing an individual's vision , the mobile device , including a screen for displaying a test pattern , ["(i) to perform at least one test of the individual's vision using at least one test pattern displayed on the screen of the mobile device and", the distance between the eye of the individual and the screen;', 'the brightness at which the test pattern is displayed; and', 'the ambient luminosity., '(ii) to evaluate a parameter which includes at least one of'}], 'wherein the mobile device is configured'}2. The mobile device according to claim 1 , wherein the distance between the eye of the individual and the screen and the ambient luminosity are evaluated.3. The mobile device according to claim 1 , wherein the distance between the eye of the individual and the screen claim 1 , the brightness at which the test pattern is displayed and the ambient luminosity are evaluated.4. The mobile device according to claim 1 , wherein the distance between the eye of the individual and the screen is evaluated by detecting the face of the user on the images fed from camera of the device and computing the distance between the two eyes inside the said image in order to estimate the distance between the device and the eye.5. The mobile device according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 42

10-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING PILOT INCOMPETENCE BASED ON VITAL SIGNS AND HEAD MOUNTED SENSORS

Номер: US20190008438A1

Автор: KRANZ Yaron, OPHIR Yoav, ORON Zvi

Принадлежит: Elbit Systems Ltd.

A system for monitoring a pilot's health is provided herein. The system may include: a head mounted device mountable to a head of a pilot; at least one vital signs sensor couplable to a body portion of said pilot and configured to obtain vital signs data associated with said pilot; at least one head sensor configured to obtain head-related data associated with the head of said pilot; and a computer processor configured to receive the vital signs data and the head-related data as an input and generate as an output, an indication of pilot incompetence, based on predefined criteria. 1. A system comprising:a head mounted device mountable to a head of a pilot;at least one vital signs sensor couplable to a body part of said pilot and configured to repeatedly obtain in real time, vital signs data associated with said pilot;at least one accelerometer embedded within said head mounted device and configured to repeatedly obtain in real time, head-related data associated with position and orientation of the head of said pilot; anda computer processor configured to: simultaneously receive the vital signs data and the head-related data as an input to a decision function; andgenerate, as an output of the decision function, a prediction of pilot incompetence, before the pilot incompetence has occurred, based on said input and predefined criteria,wherein the at least one vital signs sensor comprises at least one Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) sensor and at least one reflective photoplethysmograph (PPG) sensor.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the vital signs data is indicative of at least one: heartbeat rate claim 1 , saturation of peripheral oxygen claim 1 , perfusion level claim 1 , and Electroencephalogram (EEG) claim 1 , associated with said pilot.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the head-related data further comprises at least one of: head inertial data and muscle tone level of a neck of the pilot.4. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the input ...

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Номер записи: 43

10-01-2019 дата публикации

Methods and apparatus for detecting motion noise and for removing motion noise from physiological signals

Номер: US20190008460A1

Автор: Jesse Berkley Tucker, Michael Edward Aumer, Steven Francis Leboeuf

Принадлежит: Valencell Inc

A monitoring apparatus includes a housing that is configured to be attached to a body of a subject. The housing includes a sensor region that is configured to contact a selected area of the body of the subject when the housing is attached to the body of the subject. The sensor region is contoured to matingly engage the selected body area. The apparatus includes at least one physiological sensor that is associated with the sensor region and that detects and/or measures physiological information from the subject and/or at least one environmental sensor associated with the sensor region that is configured to detect and/or measure environmental information. The sensor region contour stabilizes the physiological and/or environmental sensor(s) relative to the selected body area such that subject motion does not impact detection and/or measurement efforts of the sensor(s).

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Номер записи: 44

10-01-2019 дата публикации

GENERATING AN INDICATOR OF A CONDITION OF A PATIENT

Номер: US20190008465A1

Автор: Muehlsteff Jens, WIJSHOFF RALPH WILHELM CHRISTIANUS GEMMA RSA

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A method () of indicating a condition of a patient is disclosed. The method comprises: receiving (), on a processor, vital signs information from a sensor for monitoring vital signs of the patient; receiving (), on said processor, environmental and/or contextual information for the patient from an environmental sensor for monitoring environmental and/or contextual information; communicating () the environmental and/or contextual information to a database that stores a plurality of patient-specific reference values, each reference value corresponding to a different environmental and/or contextual condition; selecting (), on said database, a patient-specific reference value among the said plurality in response to the received environmental and/or contextual information; receiving (), on said processor, the selected patient-specific reference value for the vital signs information of the patient from said data-base; and processing (), on said processor, the vital signs information and the selected patient-specific reference value so as to generate an indicator of a condition of the patient. 1. A method of generating with a processor an indicator of a condition of a patient , the method comprising:receiving, on a processor of a portable computing device, vital signs information from at least one sensor for monitoring vital signs of the patient;receiving, on said processor, environmental and/or contextual information for the patient from at least one environmental sensor for monitoring environmental and/or contextual information;communicating the environmental and/or contextual information for the patient from said processor to a database that stores a plurality of patient-specific reference values, each reference value corresponding to a different environmental and/or contextual condition;selecting, on said database, a patient-specific reference value among the plurality of patient-specific reference values in response to the environmental and/or contextual information ...

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Номер записи: 45

27-01-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM. DEVICE, AND METHODS FOR HYDRATION MONITORING

Номер: US20220022812A1

Автор: Breaux James, CLIFT-REAVES David E., FRECKLETON Dustin M., LOKARE Namita D., OLSON Byron P., RAJAN Nithin O., XAVIER DA SILVERIA Paulo E.

Принадлежит: HAPPY HEALTH INC.

A method of monitoring hydration including obtaining biological data for a given period of time, wherein the biological data includes measurements of one or more biological indicators; converting the biological data into a baseline value; obtaining real-time biological data from one or more biological sensors; performing a pre-processing analysis of the real-time biological data; comparing the real-time biological data with baseline value to create a hydration index 1. A method of monitoring hydration comprising:obtaining, via one or more biological sensors for a wearable device, real-time biological data;filtering the real-time biological data into real-time biological data corresponding to a rest period;determining a hydration index by comparing the real-time biological data corresponding to the rest period with a baseline value representing a euhydrated state; anddetermining whether the hydration index falls within a predetermined range of expected values.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:generating an updated baseline value based at least in part on the hydration index.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein filtering the real-time biological data is filtered using a pre-processing analysis which includes a mathematical analysis selected from the group comprising neural networks claim 1 , support vector machines claim 1 , Bayesian methods claim 1 , linear regression methods claim 1 , moving average claim 1 , trimmed mean claim 1 , FIR filter claim 1 , IIR filter claim 1 , low-pass filter claim 1 , analytic function(s) claim 1 , extended Kalman filter claim 1 , piecewise-linear regression functions claim 1 , and combinations thereof.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the baseline value is based on biological data for a user over a given period of time.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:tracking a loss in fluid volume of a user based on volume loss models; andcalculating the effect of the loss in fluid volume on the user's hydration index.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 46

09-01-2020 дата публикации

EARS: Emergency Alert Response System Monitoring Device

Номер: US20200008757A1

Автор: Bauch Ryan Phillip

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A portable wearable health monitoring device which may be clipped to a user's clothing or strapped to their arm or area that doesn't affect a user's work or movement. The invention may monitor heart rate, tell time and date, monitor gas readings, and monitor temperature. It is equipped with a loud decibel alarm to alert other monitors linked with the device that there is an emergency. The alarm can be manually operated, automatically by heart rate reading being dramatically too low or too high, or by a connected person nearby to get help and notify others of emergency. 1. A portable , wearable health monitoring device comprising:(a) an integrated heart rate sensor;(b) an integrated skin temperature sensor;(c) an integrated ambient temperature sensor;(d) a three-axis accelerometer;(e) a wireless communications module including an antenna operably connected to send and receive signals wirelessly;(f) a display unit;(g) a body;(h) a battery;(i) one or more user input buttons;(j) a vibration motor;(k) a speaker operably connected to broadcast an alarm;(l) voltage regulation circuitry;(m) a microcontroller unit; and(n) an attachment device.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the vibration motor is a haptic vibration motor.3. The device according to claim 1 , where in the three-axis accelerometer is operably connected to monitor falls claim 1 , impacts claim 1 , or falls and impacts.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the display unit is a Light-Emitting Diode display or an Organic Light-Emitting Diode display.5. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the battery is a rechargeable lithium polymer battery.6. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the attachment device is a pair of removable wrist straps or a double clamp.7. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the wireless communication module is a module selected from the group consisting of Bluetooth Low Energy claim 1 , Wi-Fi claim 1 , Zigbee claim 1 , Z-wave claim 1 , 6LowPAN claim 1 , and ...

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Номер записи: 47

09-01-2020 дата публикации

Methods and systems for sleep management

Номер: US20200009349A1

Автор: Alberto Zaffaroni, Colin LAWLOR, Conor Heneghan, Damien O'Rourke, David Mulligan, Gareth Mcdarby, Luke Gahan, Marc Lavelle, Matthew Norton, Paul Phillips, Redmond SHOULDICE, Stephen Mcmahon

Принадлежит: Resmed Sensor Technologies Ltd

A processing system includes methods to promote sleep. The system may include a monitor such as a non-contact motion sensor from which sleep information may be determined. User sleep information, such as sleep stages, hypnograms, sleep scores, mind recharge scores and body scores, may be recorded, evaluated and/or displayed for a user. The system may further monitor ambient and/or environmental conditions corresponding to sleep sessions. Sleep advice may be generated based on the sleep information, user queries and/or environmental conditions from one or more sleep sessions. Communicated sleep advice may include content to promote good sleep habits and/or detect risky sleep conditions. In some versions of the system, any one or more of a bedside unit 3000 sensor module, a smart processing device, such as a smart phone or smart device 3002 , and network servers may be implemented to perform the methodologies of the system.

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Номер записи: 48

11-01-2018 дата публикации

SENSOR BASED PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS

Номер: US20180012283A1

Автор: Harve Subrahmanya, Vasthimal Deepak Kumar

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A system, method, and computer program product for generating item recommendations based on sensor data captured by sensors on client machines. A server processes collected sensor data to estimate user physical activity based on sensor data patterns, and forms a user profile based on the estimated user physical activity. The server associates the user profile with relevant product or service recommendations, based on previous purchases by a user or by others matching the user profile. The user may make a purchase based on the displayed recommendations or forward the recommendations to others. The recommendations include discounts based on the user profile. Subsequent sensor data showing satisfaction with a purchased item serves as a testimonial to user satisfaction with the item. The sensor data may be collected from a user in an augmented or virtual reality system, and the recommendations may be displayed in such a system. 1. A method for generating an item recommendation , the method comprising:collecting sensor data with a sensor client machine;transferring the collected sensor data to a server;estimating user physical activity based on collected sensor data patterns;forming a user profile based on the estimated user physical activity;associating the user profile with an item recommendation; anddisplaying the item recommendation to a user.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the item recommendation comprises at least one of a service recommendation and a product recommendation.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data describes at least one of an acceleration claim 1 , an orientation claim 1 , a location claim 1 , a proximity claim 1 , an ambient environmental condition claim 1 , biometric indicia claim 1 , and user interactions with the client machine.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data is updated one of continuously and periodically.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the user physical activity comprises at least one of sleeping claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 49

09-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND TECHNIQUES FOR IDENTIFYING AND EXPLOITING RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN MEDIA CONSUMPTION AND HEALTH

Номер: US20200012959A1

Автор: Karanam Ketki, KOPIKIS Alexis, Krishnan Vikram, Kuchekar Nilesh N., Marsh Abby B., Martucci W. Edward, Sian Steven A.

Принадлежит: Bose Corporation

A system for inducing a physical state in a user. The system includes a sensor associated with the user, an audio output device, and a computer. The computer obtains, from a database, an identification of a type of music associated with a first phase of sleep, and determines, based on data from the sensor, that a user is in a second phase of sleep. Music of the type associated with the first phase of sleep is selected, and the selected music is output to the user through the audio output device. 1. A system for inducing a physical state in a user , comprising:a sensor associated with the user;an audio output device; anda computer configured to:obtain, from a database, an identification of a type of music associated with a first phase of sleep;determine, based on data from the sensor, that a user is in a second phase of sleep;select music of the type associated with the first phase of sleep; andoutput the selected music to the user through the audio output device.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:obtaining, from a sensor associated with the user, updated health condition data, the health condition data indicating the user's progress towards the first phase of sleep;based on the updated health condition data, modifying the selected music; andoutputting the modified music to the user.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein obtaining the updated health condition data comprises monitoring the user's respiration rate.4. The method of wherein the identification of a type of music associated with a first phase of sleep comprises a genre of music.5. The method of wherein the identification of a type of music associated with the first phase of sleep comprises data describing acoustic attributes of music.6. The method of wherein the acoustic attributes of music comprise one or more of beat claim 5 , tempo claim 5 , and pitch.7. The method of wherein modifying the selected music comprises reducing the tempo of the music.8. The method of wherein determining that the user ...

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Номер записи: 50

19-01-2017 дата публикации

ACTIVITY METER, ACTIVITY AMOUNT MEASUREMENT DEVICE, PORTABLE TERMINAL, INFORMATION SHARING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, INFORMATION SHARING SYSTEM, ACTIVITY ASSISTANCE DEVICE, AND ACTIVITY ASSISTANCE SYSTEM

Номер: US20170014068A1

Автор: AKAMATSU Shigeo, GOTOH Wataru, HIEDA Kaoru, Otsubo Yutaka, YAMAUCHI Masahiro

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An activity meter () includes (i) a sleep level judging section () for repeatedly detecting a sleep level of a user and (ii) a notifying section () for automatically notifying the user of specific information only during a period during which a most recent sleep level is less than a predetermined level. 1. An activity meter to be worn by a user , comprising:a judging section for repeatedly judging a sleep level of the user; anda notifying section for automatically notifying the user of specific information only during a period during which a most recent sleep level is less than a predetermined level.2. An activity meter as set forth in claim 1 , further comprising:a receiving section for receiving, from a telephone, incoming message information indicating that the telephone has received an incoming message,the notifying section notifying the user of the incoming message information as the specific information only during a period during which a most recent sleep level indicates that the user is not in a specific state, andthe specific state being an asleep state or a deep sleep state.3. The activity meter as set forth in claim 2 , whereinin a case where a most recent sleep level at a time point at which the receiving section received the incoming message information indicates that the user is in the specific state, the notifying section notifies the user of the incoming message information at a start of a period during which the most recent sleep level indicates that the user is not in the specific state.4. An activity meter as set forth in claim 2 , further comprising:a control section for controlling the telephone, 'only in a case where a most recent sleep level at a time point at which the incoming message information has been received indicates that the user is in the deep sleep state, the control section carrying out prevention control of the telephone so as to prevent the telephone from outputting the incoming message sound.', 'in a case where an incoming ...

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Номер записи: 51

18-01-2018 дата публикации

CONTEXT DETECTION FOR MEDICAL MONITORING

Номер: US20180014790A1

Автор: Falck Thomas, Heinrich Adrienne, Van Den Heuvel Teun, VAN DER HEIDE ESTHER MARJAN, Xie Yingrong

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There is provided a context detection apparatus for use with a medical monitoring device arranged to measure a physiological characteristic of a subject. The context detection apparatus comprises at least one context sensor comprising a camera; and a processing unit. The processing unit is arranged to receive image data acquired by the camera from the at least one context sensor; analyze the received image data to generate a plurality of different types of context information; wherein each type of context information comprises information which relates to a factor capable of influencing measured values of the physiological characteristic and which is not measurable by the medical monitoring device; and output a signal to the medical monitoring device based on the generated context information. The processing unit is arranged to analyze the received image data by detecting features in the received image data; and classifying each detected feature as relating to a particular one of the plurality of types of context information. 2. The context detection apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the generated context information further comprises:information relating to the position and/or movement of a medical device or pert thereof.3. The context detection apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the processing unit comprises a memory containing one or more predefined signatures claim 1 , each predefined signature relating to a particular type of feature claim 1 , and wherein the processing unit is arranged to detect features by comparing the received image data to the one or more predefined signatures.4. The context detection apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the processing unit comprises a memory containing rules specifying a relationship between each of multiple types of feature and one or more types of context information.5. The context detection apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the output signal comprises one or more of:the generated context information;a summary of the generated context ...

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Номер записи: 52

17-01-2019 дата публикации

FLUORESCENCE-BASED SENSOR WITH MULTIPLE INDICATOR GRAFTS

Номер: US20190015021A1

Автор: Emken Jeremy, Huffstetler Philip, Whitehurst Todd

Принадлежит: Senseonics, Incorporated

A system including a sensor and a transceiver and configured to determine a concentration of an analyte in a medium of a living animal. The sensor may include first and second signal photodetectors and first and second reference photodetectors, which may each be covered by an associate filter. The first photodetector may receive light emitted from first and second grafts, respectively. The grafts may receive excitation light from one or more light sources. The transceiver may receive signals from the photodetectors of the sensor and may determine the analyte concentration based on the received signals.

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Номер записи: 53

17-01-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEMS, ENVIRONMENT AND METHODS FOR EMOTIONAL RECOGNITION AND SOCIAL INTERACTION COACHING

Номер: US20190015033A1

Автор: Sahin Nedim T.

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The systems, environment, and methods, described herein support evaluation of an individual for ASD while in the home environment. Through data collected by a wearable data collection device donned by the individual, eye contact with the caregiver, verbal interaction, and repetitive verbalizations and motions of the head and body may be tracked and objectively quantified during evaluation. Further, the wearable data collection device may support monitoring of brain activity and other physiology which, in turn, may be analyzed by the systems and environment described herein during evaluation to recognize patterns that predict evaluation outcome and other clinical features. Various software modules and tools supported by the wearable data collection device provide training, ongoing progress tracking, and management solutions for individuals living with ASD. 1. (canceled)2. An image processing system , comprising:at least one camera for capturing images of a surrounding environment;at least one processor; and obtain data comprising a sequence of images captured by the at least one camera,', 'detect a face for at least one person within a plurality of images in the sequence of images,', 'detect at least one emotional cue in the face based upon the plurality of images,', 'identify at least one emotion based on the emotional cue, and', 'display at least one emotion indicator label in real time to a user of the at least one camera, each label of the at least one emotion indicator label identifying a respective emotion of the at least one emotion., 'a non-transitory computer readable memory containing software, wherein the software directs the at least one processor to'}3. The image processing system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one camera comprises at least one outward facing camera of a wearable video capture system.4. The image processing system of claim 3 , wherein the wearable video capture system is one of a) a virtual reality headset claim 3 , b) an augmented ...

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Номер записи: 54

17-01-2019 дата публикации

OEDEMA TREATMENT AND MONITORING SAME

Номер: US20190015042A1

Автор: ETTRUP Jens, HARBOE Henrik

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The present disclosure relates in general to methods for treating oedema and methods for monitoring the effect of the treatment. More specifically, the present disclosure includes measurement of a measure of a circumference of a body part, wherein the body part may have swelled, such that it for example can be observed whether the swelling decreases or increases. 1. A method for determining the efficiency of a compression bandaging , said method comprising: one or more electrically conducting layer(s) on or around at least a part of said body part, wherein the electrically conducting layer(s) is/are stretchable;', 'a measuring unit that is electrically connected to the one or more electrically conductive layer(s), wherein the measuring unit is configured for measuring an electric property related to the one or more electrically conducting layer(s), wherein the electric property is related to the measure of the circumference of the body part, and wherein the electric property is the capacitance, and wherein the capacitance is proportional to the length of the one or more electrically conducting layer(s);, 'on a body part having the compression bandaging, wherein the bandaging comprises at least one sensor under, within or over said bandaging, each sensor comprising;'}registering a plurality of measures of the circumference of the body part during a predetermined period,determining that the compression bandaging, is efficient when the circumference of the body part has decreased to below a predetermined cutoff value and/or the decrease of the circumference of the body part is above a predetermined cutoff value after said predetermined period.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the predetermined period is at least 12 hours claim 1 , such as at least 24 hours claim 1 , such as at least 2 days claim 1 , such as at least 3 days.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the cutoff for the decrease is at least 0.5 to 3.0 cm.4. (canceled)5. The method according ...

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Номер записи: 55

17-01-2019 дата публикации

Ultrasonic Capsule Endoscopy Device having Image-based Relative Motion Estimation

Номер: US20190015070A1

Автор: Arbabian Mohammad Amin, Baltsavias Spyridon G., Chang Chienliu, Choe Jung Woo, Ergun Arif Sanli, Jeffrey, JR. R. Brooke, Khuri-Yakub Butrus T., Memon Farah, Nikoozadeh Amin, Olcott Eric, Rasmussen Morten F., Touma Gerard, WANG Junyi

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Improved localization of the capsule in acoustic capsule endoscopy is provided by using analysis of the frames of the acoustic images to deduce the relative motion of the capsule from frame to frame. This idea can be supplemented with any combination of: further localization methods; propulsion of the capsule via acoustic radiation reaction; bidirectional communication and system level feedback control; energy harvesting; photoacoustic (or x-ray acoustic) imaging; and adding therapy and/or sensor capabilities to the capsule. 1. Apparatus comprising:a capsule configured to be swallowed by a patient;at least one diagnostic acoustic transducer array disposed on the capsule and configured to be operational while the capsule is ingested by the patient to provide acoustic images;a relative location tracking subsystem configured to determine changes in relative location and/or orientation of the capsule from one frame of the acoustic images to another frame of the acoustic images using an image processing method applied to the acoustic images.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the image processing method is selected from the group consisting of: local cross-correlation claim 1 , speckle tracking claim 1 , Doppler estimation claim 1 , and transverse oscillation method.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the capsule is configured to be self-propelled while ingested by an acoustic radiation reaction force on the capsule due to emission of acoustic energy by the capsule.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is configured to provide a synthetic acoustic image reconstruction from two or more selected frames of the acoustic images combined with relative location and orientation of the capsule from each of the selected frames.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is further configured to provide absolute location tracking.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the absolute location tracking employs one or more anatomical landmarks as location ...

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Номер записи: 56

16-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR LOCATING A DEFIBRILLATOR

Номер: US20200016419A1

Автор: Geva Nir, Rotstein Zeev

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A defibrillator that may include circuitry for supplying a dose of electric current to a heart of a patient; and a location device; wherein the location device comprises a controller for controlling the location device, a receiver for receiving a location request, and a location response unit for generating a location response; wherein the location response is indicative of a location of the defibrillator. 1. A defibrillator comprising: circuitry for supplying a dose of electric current to a heart of a patient; and a location device; wherein the location device comprises a controller for controlling the location device , a receiver for receiving a location request , and a location response unit for generating a location response; wherein the location response is indicative of a location of the defibrillator.2. The defibrillator according to claim 1 , wherein the location response unit is arranged to send a location response that comprises instructions for finding the defibrillator.3. The defibrillator according to claim 1 , wherein the location response unit is arranged to send a location response that comprises an indication of the location of the defibrillator.4. The defibrillator according to claim 1 , wherein the location response unit is arranged to send a location response that comprises coordinates of the defibrillator.5. The defibrillator according to claim 1 , wherein the location response unit is arranged to send a location response that comprises a location of an object that is nearby the defibrillator.6. The defibrillator according to claim 1 , wherein the location response unit is arranged to generate a location response that is perceivable to a human only within a predefined range from the defibrillator.7. The defibrillator according to claim 6 , wherein the predefined range is ten meters.8. The defibrillator according to claim 6 , wherein the predefined range is one hundred meters.9. The defibrillator according to claim 1 , wherein the location ...

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Номер записи: 57

21-01-2016 дата публикации

Context Discrimination Using Ambient Light Signal

Номер: US20160018257A1

Автор: Mark Murphy, Russell Norman Mirov

Принадлежит: Verily Life Sciences LLC

A system is configured to discriminate amongst different environments based in part on characteristics of ambient light. Ambient light intensity is measured using a light-sensitive element configured to generate an output signal indicative of an intensity of light incident on the light-sensitive element. A controller is configured to obtain a set of ambient light measurements using the light-sensitive element, and determine that the measurements correspond to a particular ambient light profile. The particular ambient light profile can be one of multiple ambient light profiles that each correspond to a different environment and/or context.

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Номер записи: 58

28-01-2016 дата публикации

Automatic change of power consumption of sensors responsive to user's state transition

Номер: US20160022201A1

Автор: Jacob Antony Arnold, Subramaniam Venkatraman

Принадлежит: Fitbit LLC

Aspects of changing power consumption of a sensor of a wearable electronic device worn by a user are discussed herein. For example, in one aspect, based on detecting that a state of the user, as tracked by the wearable electronic device, has transitioned into an asleep state, an embodiment may decrease power consumption of at least one sensor from the set of sensors. Additionally, based on detecting that the state of the user, as tracked by the wearable electronic device, has transitioned out of the asleep state, the embodiment may reverse the decrease of power consumption of the at least one sensor.

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Номер записи: 59

28-01-2016 дата публикации

Adjustable Wearable System Having a Modular Sensor Platform

Номер: US20160022210A1

Автор: Frank Settemo NUOVO, James Schuessler, Sheldon George Phillips

Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A wearable system and methods for measuring physiological data from a device worn about a body part of a user is provided comprising a base module, a first sensor module, and a second sensor module. The base module comprises a display and a base computing unit. The first sensor module measures a gravitational force experienced by the device. The second sensor module is spatially positioned relative to the base module and over a portion of the body part for measuring one or more physiological characteristics calibrated based on the gravitational force measured with the first sensor module. The base module is adjustably positioned by the user relative to the second sensor module such that the sensor module maintains its positioning over the body part for sufficient contact with the body part for accurate measurements of physiological data regardless of the anthropometric size of the body part.

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Номер записи: 60

18-01-2018 дата публикации

WEARABLE DEVICE FOR GENERATING IMAGE SIGNAL, AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING SAME

Номер: US20180020194A1

Автор: Kim Donghyun, KIM Myoungsung, LEE Junheon, LEE Soyoung, LEE Yulgon

Принадлежит: NEXSYS CO., LTD.

An wearable device and a system for controlling the same are provided. The wearable device is connected to a user biometric state measurement device to capture an image of a certain place or situation, and the system remotely controls the wearable device and the user biometric state measurement device in real time. 1. A wearable device generating a user surroundings image signal in a wireless communications system , the wearable device comprising:a frame unit worn on a body of a user;an image pick-up unit capturing a user surroundings image;a battery unit supplying power to the wearable device;a Long-Term Evolution (LTE) communications module embedded in the wearable device, and directly connected to at least one external device to transmit and receive a communications signal;a voice signal input/output unit receiving a voice signal, to be transmitted to the at least one external device, from the user, or outputting a voice signal, received from the at least one external device, to the user; anda control unit controlling the image pick-up unit such that the image pick-up unit captures the user surroundings image in response to a first command received from a biometric state measurement device, the control unit controlling generating of a user surroundings image signal including the captured user surroundings image and transmitting of the generated user surroundings image signal to the at least one external device through the LTE communications module,wherein, when a value, represented by user biometric signal information measured by the biometric state measurement device, differs from a predetermined reference value by an amount equal to the predetermined value or more, the first command is transmitted from the biometric state measurement device.2. The wearable device of claim 1 , wherein the frame unit is a helmet wearable on the head of the user.3. The wearable device of claim 2 , wherein the biometric state measurement device is worn on the body of the user ...

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Номер записи: 61

26-01-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PREDICTING AROUSAL LEVEL AND AROUSAL LEVEL PREDICTION APPARATUS

Номер: US20170020432A1

Автор: FUNASE Kazuki, Kusukame Koichi, SHIKII Shinichi

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A method for predicting an arousal level used by a computer of an arousal level prediction apparatus that predicts an arousal level of a user includes obtaining current biological information regarding the user detected by a first sensor, calculating a current arousal level of the user on the basis of the current biological information, obtaining current environment information indicating a current environment around the user detected by a second sensor, predicting a future arousal level, which is an arousal level a certain period of time later, on the basis of the current arousal level and the current environment information, and (i) issuing a notification to the user or (ii) controlling another device, on the basis of the future arousal level. 1. A method for predicting an arousal level used by a computer of an arousal level prediction apparatus that predicts an arousal level of a user , the method comprising:obtaining current biological information regarding the user detected by a first sensor;calculating a current arousal level of the user on the basis of the current biological information;obtaining current environment information indicating a current environment around the user detected by a second sensor;predicting a future arousal level, which is an arousal level a certain period of time later, on the basis of the current arousal level and the current environment information; and(i) issuing a notification to the user or (ii) controlling another device, on the basis of the future arousal level.2. The method according to claim 1 ,wherein, in the predicting a future arousal level, a rate of decrease in the arousal level is estimated on the basis of how likely it is for a person to become drowsy indicated by the current environment information, andwherein the future arousal level is predicted by correcting the current arousal level to the arousal level the certain period of time later using the rate of decrease.3. The method according to claim 1 ,wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 62

25-01-2018 дата публикации

MEASUREMENT DEVICE AND DETECTION DEVICE

Номер: US20180020961A1

Автор: MANO Tetsuo

Принадлежит: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

A measurement device includes a first light emitting unit that emits light with a first wavelength onto a measurement site, a second light emitting unit that emits light with a second wavelength different from the first wavelength onto the measurement site, a light receiving unit that receives light which passes through an inside of the measurement site and generates a detection signal, and an analysis processing unit that calculates a degree of oxygen saturation from the detection signal. Distances between light emission positions by each of the first light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit and a light reception position by the light receiving unit are variable. 1. A measurement device comprising:a first light emitting unit that emits light with a first wavelength onto a measurement site;a second light emitting unit that emits light with a second wavelength different from the first wavelength onto the measurement site;a light receiving unit that receives light which passes through an inside of the measurement site and generates a detection signal; andan analysis processing unit that calculates a degree of oxygen saturation from the detection signal,wherein distances between light emission positions by each of the first light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit and a light reception position by the light receiving unit are variable.2. The measurement device according to claim 1 , wherein the analysis processing unit includesa first processing unit that calculates a signal component ratio between normal components and variation components of the detection signal, anda second processing unit that specifies the degree of oxygen saturation from the signal component ratio.3. The measurement device according to claim 2 , further comprising:a measurement control unit that increases a distance between the light emission position and the light reception position, in a case where the signal component ratio is less than a first threshold.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 63

21-01-2021 дата публикации

System and method for processing multiple signals

Номер: US20210020025A1

Автор: Claire MARIN, Guillaume Chenegros, Sihem Kime

Принадлежит: CHRONOLIFE

A system and a method for processing multiple signals generated by sensors processing to identify and/or monitor physiological data of an individual (for example in healthcare system) or general statement of an environment, a predetermined space (for example a room, a machine, a building) or an object (for example in smart home system, environment monitoring system, fire prevention system or the like).

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Номер записи: 64

21-01-2021 дата публикации

Extended digital migraine diary

Номер: US20210020026A1

Автор: Alex DZEDA, George McLendon, Joshua Phipps, Shannon Stearman

Принадлежит: Individual

This document presents a system and method for analyzing migraine related sensor and diary data to permit the prediction of migraine headaches for individuals. A mobile device is adapted to collect and transmit to a server data content from sensors associated with the mobile device and self-reported data content indicative of contemporaneous environmental conditions and individual physical conditions when the individual is suffering from a migraine headache. The server uses the data content to develop predictive metrics indicative of a correlation between the migraine events and the sensor data. The predictive metrics will provide an alert to a designated individual if it is likely the individual will experience a migraine within a future time period.

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Номер записи: 65

26-01-2017 дата публикации

WEARABLE DEVICES INCORPORATING ION SELECTIVE FIELD EFFECT TRANSISTORS

Номер: US20170023519A1

Автор: Elliot Thomas Samuel, Prieto Javier L., Rowe Aaron Alexander

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Techniques for measuring ion related metrics at a user's skin surface are disclosed. In one aspect, a method for operating a wearable device may involve determining, based on output of one or more ion selective field effect transistor sensors, various physiological conditions such as a state of hydration, a state of skin health, or the cleanliness of the wearable device or an associated garment. 1. A wearable device for monitoring skin health , comprising:an ion selective field effect transistor; anda reference electrode, wherein the ion selective field effect transistor and the reference electrode are configured to be in direct contact with a user's skin.2. The wearable device of claim 1 , wherein the reference electrode is selected from the group consisting of an Ag/AgCl electrode claim 1 , an Ag/AgCl plastic composite electrode claim 1 , an Ag/AgCl gel electrode claim 1 , an Ag/AgCl electrode coated with a permeable membrane claim 1 , a polypyrrole electrode claim 1 , and a poly(3 claim 1 ,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) electrode.3. The wearable device of claim 1 , wherein the reference electrode comprises a conductive polymer material claim 1 , wherein the conductive polymer is undoped or doped.4. The wearable device of claim 3 , wherein the conductive polymer material is doped with one or more mediators.5. The wearable device of claim 4 , wherein the one or more mediators comprise ferrocene and/or ferrocene derivatives.6. The wearable device of claim 1 , further comprising a temperature sensor claim 1 , wherein the temperature sensor is integrated with the ion selective field effect transistor claim 1 , and wherein the temperature sensor is configured to be in direct contact with the user's skin when the wearable device is in use.7. The wearable device of claim 1 , wherein the ion selective field effect transistor is incorporated into a housing claim 1 , wherein a portion of the ion selective field effect transistor is situated on a protrusion of the housing ...

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Номер записи: 66

23-01-2020 дата публикации

Wearable Cardiac Defibrillator System Authenticating Person Actuating Cancel Switch

Номер: US20200023190A1

Автор: Banville Isabelle, Finch David Peter, Finney Daniel, Foshee, Gustavson Laura Marie, JR. Phillip Dewey, Kavounas Gregory T., Nova Richard C., Sullivan Joseph L., Szul Krystyna

Принадлежит: West Affum Holdings Corp.

A wearable cardiac defibrillator (“WCD”) system may include a support structure that a patient can wear, an energy storage module that can store an electrical charge, and a discharge circuit that can discharge the electrical charge through the patient so as to shock him or her, while the patient is wearing the support structure. Embodiments may actively take into account bystanders, both to protect them from an inadvertent shock, and also to enlist their help. In some embodiments the WCD system includes a speaker system that transmits a sound designed to assist a bystander to perform CPR. Optionally CPR chest compressions received by the patient can be further detected, and feedback can be given. In embodiments, a WCD system may include a user interface that can be controlled to output CPR prompts tailored to a skill level of the bystander. 1. A wearable cardiac defibrillator (WCD) system , comprising:a support structure configured to be worn by a patient;a power source;an energy storage module configured to receive an electrical charge from the power source, and to store the received electrical charge;a measurement circuit configured to render a physiological input from a patient physiological signal;a processor configured to determine from the physiological input whether or not a shock condition is met;a discharge circuit configured to be coupled to the energy storage module and configured to discharge the stored electrical charge through the patient while the support structure is worn by the patient when the shock condition is met;a cancel switch configured to be actuated in conjunction with receiving a validation input entered by a person, in which if the cancel switch is sensed to have been actuated it prevents the electrical charge from being discharged even if the shock condition is met, but the electrical charge is so prevented only if the entered validation input meets a validity criterion.2. The WCD system of claim 1 , in which the cancel switch includes a ...

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Номер записи: 67

26-01-2017 дата публикации

ACTIGRAPHY BASED BIOLOGICAL RHYTHM MODIFICATION METHODS AND SYSTEMS THAT RESULT IN A GREATER EFFICACY OF APPLIED MEDICAL TREATMENT TO A PATIENT

Номер: US20170025028A1

Автор: HRUSHESKY William J. M.

Принадлежит: Rhythmalytics LLC

There is a monitoring system that can be employed by any number of users that monitors their physiological state and environmental surroundings. Based on this information, the system provides recommendations for the changing and/or modification of certain behaviors. These modified and/or changed behaviors are directly related to the perceived biological rhythm disruption registered by the system. By modifying and thereby tuning these biological rhythm disruptions, users can help prevent disease, improve quality of life, and alleviate certain conditions. 1. A system for modifying at least one biological rhythm of an individual , the system comprising: 'wherein the at least one monitoring apparatus has an accelerometer and an ambient light sensor;', 'at least one monitoring apparatus capable of monitoring at least one biorhythmic process,'} 'wherein the index of circadian entrainment is used to present feedback to a user.', 'wherein the at least one program analyzes data from the monitoring unit to calculate an index of circadian entrainment,'}, 'wherein the electronic device has a processor, a memory, and instructions for executing at least one program contained thereon,'}, 'an electronic device capable of communicating with the at least one monitoring unit,'}2. The system of further comprising a pair of eyeglasses that selectively filters light by wavelength.3. The system of wherein the pair of eyeglasses attenuates light having a wavelength of about 400 nm to about 500 nm.4. The system of wherein the at least one electronic device is capable of operating a web and/or mobile application thereon.5. The system of wherein the at least one monitoring apparatus further comprises at least one touch sensitive button.6. The system of wherein the at least one touch sensitive button enables tracking of time.7. A system for modifying at least one biological rhythm of an individual claim 5 , the system comprising: at least one sensing module, the at least one sensing module ...

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Номер записи: 68

02-02-2017 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Providing Data Processing and Control in a Medical Communication System

Номер: US20170027484A1

Автор: Hayter Gary Alan, McGarraugh Geoffrey V.

Принадлежит: ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC.

Methods and apparatus for providing data processing and control for use in a medical communication system are provided. 1receiving glucose related data from an in vivo analyte sensor;determining a first filtered value associated with the received data based on a first predetermined time period and the received data;determining a second filtered value associated with the received data based on a second predetermined time period and the received data;determining a rate of change of the glucose level based, at least in part, the received data;generating a weighted average value based upon the first filtered value and the second filtered value; anddetermining a filtered glucose value based on at least in part on the weighted average value and a predetermined parameter.. A method, comprising: The present application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/898,139 filed May 20, 2013, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,483,608, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/152,650 filed May 14, 2008, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,444,560, which claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) to U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/917,873 filed May 14, 2007, entitled “Method And Apparatus For Providing Data Processing And Control In A Medical Communication System”, and assigned to the Assignee of the present application, Abbott Diabetes Care Inc. of Alameda, Calif., the disclosures of each of which are incorporated herein by reference for all purposes.Analyte, e.g., glucose monitoring systems including continuous and discrete monitoring systems generally include a small, lightweight battery powered and microprocessor controlled system which is configured to detect signals proportional to the corresponding measured glucose levels using an electrometer, and RF signals to transmit the collected data. One aspect of certain analyte monitoring systems includes a transcutaneous or subcutaneous analyte sensor configuration which is, for example, partially mounted on the skin of a ...

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Номер записи: 69

02-02-2017 дата публикации

Method and a System for Monitoring Oxygen Level of an Environment

Номер: US20170027487A1

Автор: PANDIAN Panneer Selvam Jayaveera, PATHANGAY Vinod

Принадлежит:

The present disclosure relates to a method for monitoring oxygen level of an environment. The method comprises receiving at least one image of the environment comprising plurality of users from a capturing device. Then, at least one region of interest of each of the plurality of users is detected in the at least one image. A video plethysmographic waveform is generated by analyzing the at least one region of interest. Further, Peripheral Capillary Oxygen Saturation (SPO) based on the video plethysmographic waveform is determined. Thereafter, oxygen level of the environment is determined by averaging the SPOlevel of each of the plurality of users. The determined oxygen level of the environment is compared with predefined oxygen level of the environment and an appropriate action is performed based on the comparison. 1. A method for monitoring oxygen level , the method comprising:receiving, by a monitoring device, t least one image of an environment comprising plurality of users, from a capturing device;detecting, by the monitoring device, at least one region of interest of each of plurality of users in the at least one image;generating, by the monitoring device, a video plethysmographic waveform by analyzing the at least one region of interest;{'sub': 2', '2, 'determining, by the monitoring device, peripheral capillary oxygen saturation (SPO) level of each of the plurality of users based on the video plethysmograph waveform, wherein an average of the SPOlevel of each of the plurality of users corresponds to an oxygen level of the environment;'}comparing, by the monitoring device, the oxygen level of the environment with a predefined oxygen level for the environment; andperforming, by the monitoring device, one or More actions based on the comparison for monitoring oxygen level of an environment.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the region of interest comprises uncovered body parts of the user.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 70

04-02-2016 дата публикации

Physiological Monitoring Devices and Methods Using Optical Sensors

Номер: US20160029898A1

Автор: Jesse Berkley Tucker, Mark Andrew FELICE, Michael Edward Aumer, Steven Francis Leboeuf, Steven Matthew Just

Принадлежит: Valencell Inc

A monitoring device configured to be attached to a subject includes a sensor configured to detect and/or measure physiological information and a processor coupled to the sensor. The sensor includes at least one optical emitter and at least one optical detector. The processor receives and analyzes signals produced by the sensor, and the processor changes wavelength of light emitted by the at least one optical emitter in response to detecting a change in subject activity. For example, the processor instructs the at least one optical emitter to emit shorter wavelength light in response to detecting an increase in subject activity, and the processor instructs the at least one optical emitter to emit longer wavelength light in response to detecting an decrease in subject activity. Detecting a change in subject activity may include detecting a change in at least one subject vital sign and/or subject motion.

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Номер записи: 71

04-02-2016 дата публикации

Ecg patch and methods of use

Номер: US20160029906A1

Автор: Kim Tompkins, THOMAS Varghese

Принадлежит: HMicro Inc

A compact integrated patch may be used to collect physiological data. The patch may be wireless. The patch may be utilized in everyday life as well as in clinical environments. Data acquired by the patch and/or external devices may be interpreted and/or be utilized by healthcare professionals and/or computer algorithms (e.g., third party applications). Data acquired by the patch may be interpreted and be presented for viewing to healthcare professionals and/or ordinary users.

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Номер записи: 72

17-02-2022 дата публикации

ULTRA-LOW POWER, MINIATURIZED ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING PHYSICAL PARAMETERS WITH WIRELESS COMMUNICATION CAPABILITIES AND APPLICATIONS OF SAME

Номер: US20220047178A1

Автор: Heo Seung Yun, Kwon Kyeongha, Lee Jong Yoon, ROGERS John A., XU Shuai

Принадлежит:

An electronic system for monitoring a physical parameter includes an ADM comprising an accumulation mode sensor for measuring the physical parameter by generating electrical energy associated with the physical parameter in response to a surrounding condition, and an energy storing device coupled to the accumulation mode sensor for accumulatively storing the generated electrical energy; a power source; and an SoC coupling with the ADM and the power source, configured such that the stored electrical energy is monitored, and when the stored electrical energy is equal to or greater than a pre-defined threshold, a wake-up event is generated to trigger the SoC to operates in a run mode in which the physical parameter is wirelessly transmitted to a receiver and the stored electrical energy in the energy storing device is discharged, and then the SoC returns to a sleep mode in which a minimal power is consumed. 1. An electronic system for monitoring a physical parameter , comprising:an accumulation detection module (ADM) for continuously measuring the physical parameter in terms of exposure dose in an accumulation mode, wherein the ADM is a light-powered sensing system comprising at least one photodiode (PD) for continuously generating photocurrent with a magnitude that is proportional to an intensity of electromagnetic radiation in response to exposure to the electromagnetic radiation (EMR), at least one capacitor coupled to the at least one PD in parallel for storing charges accumulated from the generated photocurrent of the at least one PD, and at least one transistor having a source and a drain coupled to the at least one capacitor;a power source for operably providing power; anda system on a chip (SoC) coupling with the ADM and the power source and operably in a sleep mode in which a minimal power is consumed, or in a run mode, wherein the SoC comprises a wireless communication module, at least one analog-to-digital converter (ADC) and a low-power comparator (LPCOMP) ...

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Номер записи: 73

31-01-2019 дата публикации

Compliance monitoring module for a breath-actuated inhaler

Номер: US20190030267A1

Автор: Daniel Buck, Douglas E. Weitzel, Enrique Calderon Oliveras, Mark Steven Morrison

Принадлежит: Norton Waterford Ltd

A compliance monitoring module for a breath-actuated inhaler comprising: a miniature pressure sensor, a sensor port of said sensor being pneumatically coupled to a flow channel through which a user can inhale; a processor configured to: receive a signal originating from a dosing mechanism of the inhaler indicating that medication has been released; receive data from a sensing element of the sensor; and based on said signal from said dosing mechanism and said data from said sensing element, make a determination that inhalation of a breath containing medication through said flow channel complies with one or more predetermined requirements for successful dosing; and a transmitter configured to, responsive to said determination, issue a dosing report.

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Номер записи: 74

31-01-2019 дата публикации

Entraining respiration

Номер: US20190030278A1

Автор: Brian David Mulcahey, Danielle Hicks, Kathleen E. KREMER, Marc Labbé, Matthew Carpenter, Steven Carl PLETCHER

Принадлежит: Bose Corp

Systems and methods are provided that provide respiration entrainment cues to a user to encourage relaxation or a sleep state. The entrainment cues may be audible, visible, or tactile (or any combination). The entrainment cues include a rhythmic component associated with a target respiration rate and may include sub-components associated with a target breath architecture, such as an inhale-exhale cycle. The systems and methods detect the user's respiration to determine whether the user's respiration matches the entrainment cues or whether the user has fallen asleep.

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Номер записи: 75

30-01-2020 дата публикации

Patch-based physiological sensor

Номер: US20200029834A1

Автор: David E. Quinn, Erik TANG, Ervin Goldfain, James MCCANNA, Mark DHILLON, Marshal Dhillon, Matthew Banet

Принадлежит: Tosense Inc, Welch Allyn Inc

The invention provides a body-worn patch sensor for simultaneously measuring a blood pressure (BP), pulse oximetry (SpO2), and other vital signs and hemodynamic parameters from a patient. The patch sensor features a sensing portion having a flexible housing that is worn entirely on the patient's chest and encloses a battery, wireless transmitter, and all the sensor's sensing and electronic components. It measures electrocardiogram (ECG), impedance plethysmogram (IPG), photoplethysmogram (PPG), and phonocardiogram (PCG) waveforms, and collectively processes these to determine the vital signs and hemodynamic parameters. The sensor that measures PPG waveforms also includes a heating element to increase perfusion of tissue on the chest.

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Номер записи: 76

30-01-2020 дата публикации

System for analysing the physico- chemical properties of a skin surface

Номер: US20200029895A1

Автор: Yann Treguer

Принадлежит: IEVA

The invention relates to a system for analysing physico-chemical properties of a skin surface, comprising: at least one contact sensor for applying to said skin surface to be analysed in order to determine specific information, once or twice a day, about a particular area of the skin surface; at least one environment sensor designed to accompany a user throughout the day and to measure, throughout the day, at least one external parameter acting on said skin surface; and a processing unit interfaced with the contact and environment sensors, said unit being fitted with analysis means allowing the determination of physico-chemical properties of the skin surface to be analysed, from signals generated by the contact and environment sensors.

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Номер записи: 77

30-01-2020 дата публикации

GARMENT SYSTEM PROVIDING BIOMETRIC MONITORING FOR MEDICAL CONDITION ASSESSMENT

Номер: US20200029899A1

Автор: Bahadu Shaka Joaquin Doyle, Bogdanovich Phillip, Weller Craig

Принадлежит:

A garment (e.g., a shirt) for monitoring biometric properties of the wearer of the garment is disclosed. The garment may include sensors for monitoring or assessing the vital signs and body position of the wearer. A processor associated with the garment may provide an output indicative of an assessed condition of the wearer based on the assessed vital signs and the assessed body position of the wearer of the fabric. The garment may include an injector assembly that is used to administer a drug injection to the wearer when the assessed condition indicates that the wearer is in an alert condition. 1. A system , comprising:a fabric for being worn on a body of a wearer, wherein the fabric comprises one or more layers, at least one layer of fabric comprising a conductive elastic material;a plurality of sensors distributed in the fabric, wherein the sensors are configured to collect data for one or more biometric properties of the wearer of the fabric; anda processor configured to receive the data from the sensors and assess one or more vital signs and a body position of the wearer of the fabric using the received data;wherein the processor is configured to provide an output indicative of an assessed condition of the wearer based on the assessed vital signs and the assessed body position of the wearer of the fabric.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the processor is integrated in the fabric.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the processor is coupled to the sensors with one or more wires distributed through the fabric.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the processor is wirelessly coupled to the sensors.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the layer of the fabric comprising the conductive elastic material is configured to be in contact with the skin of the wearer of the fabric.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the layer of the fabric comprises at least two sensors coupled together with a first portion of the conductive elastic material and at least two sensors coupled ...

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Номер записи: 78

30-01-2020 дата публикации

Garment system providing biometric and environmental monitoring for medical condition assessment

Номер: US20200029900A1

Автор: Craig Weller, Phillip Bogdanovich, Shaka Joaquin Doyle Bahadu

Принадлежит: Cipher Skin

A garment (e.g., a shirt) for monitoring biometric properties of the wearer of the garment is disclosed. The garment may include sensors for monitoring or assessing the vital signs and body position of the wearer. A processor associated with the garment may provide an output indicative of an assessed condition of the wearer based on the assessed vital signs and the assessed body position of the wearer of the fabric. The garment may include an injector assembly that is used to administer a drug injection to the wearer when the assessed condition indicates that the wearer is in an alert condition.

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Номер записи: 79

05-02-2015 дата публикации

Flexible temperature sensor including conformable electronics

Номер: US20150035680A1

Автор: Barry G. IVES, Isaiah KACYVENSKI, Kevin J. Dowling, Melissa CERUOLO, Sanjay Gupta, Xia Li

Принадлежит: MC10 Inc

Systems, methods, apparatus and devices are described for monitoring a property of an object or an individual, using a conformal sensor device that substantially conforms to contours of a portion of a surface of the object or the individual. The measurement includes data indicative of a property of a temperature of the portion of the surface and the degree of the conformal contact. An analysis engine is used to analyze the data and to generate at least one parameter indicative of the property of the temperature. Based on a comparison of the at least one parameter to a preset threshold, at least one alert can be issued and/or a command can be transmitted to regulate an environmental condition. The at least one alert can be indicative of a potential risk of harm to the object or individual.

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Номер записи: 80

09-02-2017 дата публикации

ADVANCED PATIENT MANAGEMENT WITH ENVIRONMENTAL DATA

Номер: US20170035297A1

Автор: Hatlestad John D., Stahmann Jeffrey E., Zhu Qingsheng

Принадлежит:

Systems, devices and methods for using environmental data to manage health care are disclosed. One aspect is an advanced patient management system. In various embodiments, the system includes at least one implantable medical device (IMD) to acquire at least one IMD parameter indicative of patient wellness, means to acquire at least one environmental parameter from at least one external source, and means to correlate the at least one parameter indicative of patient wellness and the at least one environmental parameter to assist with patient health care decisions. Other aspects and embodiments are provided herein. 1. (canceled)2. A system for monitoring a heart failure patient , the system comprising:a first sensor configured to acquire a first physiological or physical parameter and one or more second sensors configured to acquire one or more second physiological or physical parameters different than the first physiological or physical parameter;at least one medical device configured to acquire an environmental parameter that is capable of affecting at least one of the first or the one or more second physiological or physical parameters; andwherein the medical device is configured to determine a heart failure (HF) status indication using the first and one or more second physiological or physical parameters and the environmental parameter.3. The system of claim 2 , further comprising a display for displaying one or more of the first and one or more second physiological or physical parameters and the environmental parameter claim 2 , wherein the at least one medical device is configured to adjust the displayed physiological or physical parameters based on the environmental parameter.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one medical device includes an implantable medical device (IMD) and an external device communicatively coupled to the IMD claim 2 , the external device configured to acquire an environmental parameter claim 2 , and the IMD or the external ...

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Номер записи: 81

11-02-2016 дата публикации

GARMENT INCLUDING INTEGRATED SENSOR COMPONENTS AND FEEDBACK COMPONENTS

Номер: US20160038083A1

Автор: Ding Ye, Larusson Arnar Freyr

Принадлежит:

A garment for measuring one or more parameters of a wearer includes a base material configured to be worn by a wearer and a sensing component. The sensing component has a first elastic stretchability along a first axis and a second elastic stretchability along a second axis that is greater than the first elastic stretchability. The sensing component is integrated into a first location of the base material corresponding to a predetermined region of the wearer. The sensing component includes an electrically conductive material having an electrical resistance that changes with a change in a length of the sensing component. The sensing component includes at least one wire to electrically couple the electrically conductive material to a controller including a processor and a memory. The memory stores processor-executable instructions to cause the controller to determine a electrical resistance value across the sensing component via the at least one wire. 1. A garment for measuring one or more parameters of a wearer , comprising:a base material configured to be worn by a wearer;a sensing component having a first elastic stretchability along a first axis and a second elastic stretchability along a second axis that is greater than the first elastic stretchability, the sensing component integrated into a first location of the base material corresponding to a predetermined region of a wearer, the sensing component including an electrically conductive material having an electrical resistance that changes with a change in a length of the sensing component, the sensing component including at least one wire to electrically couple the electrically conductive material to a controller including a processor and a memory, the memory storing processor-executable instructions to cause the controller to determine a electrical resistance value across the sensing component via the at least one wire.2. The garment of claim 1 , wherein the base material includes a torso portion configured to ...

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Номер записи: 82

08-02-2018 дата публикации

WEARABLE DEVICE OBTAINING AUDIO DATA FOR DIAGNOSIS

Номер: US20180035901A1

Автор: Cronin John E., Philbin Steven M.

Принадлежит:

Systems, devices, and methods for providing audio database for health systems that may utilize wearable devices that monitor wearable sensor readings for symptoms associated with a disease and that may prompt a user of the wearable device to place a microphone from the wearable device on a specific location on the user's body for recording an audio file that may be sent to a health professional for diagnosis of the disease. 1. A method of diagnosing a disease using a wearable device worn by a user , the wearable device having a display and wearable sensors , the wearable sensors including at least one microphone , the method comprising:monitoring, with the wearable device, wearable sensor data generated by the wearable sensors;analyzing, with the wearable device, the wearable sensor data to determine whether the user is exhibiting symptoms of a disease comprising comparing at least one portion of the wearable sensor data to at least one disease-specific alert setting, wherein matching the at least one portion of the wearable sensor data to the at least one disease-specific alert setting is indicative of the user exhibiting symptoms of the disease;instructing the user, with the wearable device when the analysis indicates that the user is exhibiting symptoms of a disease, to place the at least one microphone on a specific location on the user's body for obtaining audio data for auscultation for diagnosing whether the user has the disease; andafter instructing the user, capturing the audio data via the microphone.2. A method according to claim 1 , further comprising:displaying, on the wearable device display, a disease-selection user interface (UI) for displaying a plurality of diseases the wearable device may be configured to monitor for;receiving a user selection, via the disease-selection UI, of at least one disease for monitoring and diagnosis; andconfiguring the wearable device, based on the user selection, with the disease-specific alert settings for executing ...

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Номер записи: 83

08-02-2018 дата публикации

SWEAT TESTING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180035940A1

Автор: LANGFORD LINDSAY, Reiff Ralph

Принадлежит:

A system may be configured to provide body performance outputs in response to body performance inputs. The system may include a user interface, a processor, and a memory having a program communicatively connected to the processor. The processor may provide operations to receive a historical excretion rate of a user, receive a body parameter of the user, receive a sensor output associated with the user, generate a projected excretion rate of the user based on the historical excretion rate, the body parameter, and the sensor output, and display by the user interface a body performance output of the user in response to the same. 1. A system comprising:a user interface; receive a historical excretion rate, a body parameter, and a sensor output associated with a user;', 'generate a projected excretion rate based on the historical excretion rate, the body parameter, and the sensor output; and', 'display, by the user interface, a body performance output of the user based on the projected excretion rate., 'a processor and a memory having a program communicatively connected to the processor, the processor providing operations including2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the body performance output includes a replacement rate.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the replacement rate includes at least one of a sodium replacement rate claim 2 , a potassium replacement rate claim 2 , a carbohydrate replacement rate claim 2 , and a fluid replacement rate.4. The system of claim 1 , the operations further including at least one of:receive, by way of the user interface, the historical excretion rates from the user; andreceive, by way of a scanner, the historical excretion rate from textual information of a sweat report.5. The system of claim 1 , the operations further including:receive, by way of a transceiver in communication with a body sensor, the sensor output.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the generated projected excretion rate is based an environmental parameter including at ...

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Номер записи: 84

24-02-2022 дата публикации

INTEGRATED BIOSENSING SYSTEMS

Номер: US20220054023A1

Автор: Dedek Martin, Gruber Bernhard, PAURITSCH Manfred

Принадлежит:

An integrated sensing system for characterizing blood flow in a subject includes a light source assembly including a light source configured to emit light of a particular wavelength. The integrated sensing system includes an integrated circuit electrically connected to the light source assembly. The integrated circuit includes a light detector assembly including multiple light detectors configured to detect light of the particular wavelength; and a correlator configured to determining a delay between optical signals detected by respective light detectors of the light detector assembly. 130-. (canceled)31. An integrated sensing system for characterizing blood flow in a subject , the sensing system comprising:a light source assembly comprising a light source configured to emit light of a particular wavelength; and a light detector assembly comprising multiple light detectors configured to detect light of the particular wavelength;', 'a correlator configured to determining a delay between optical signals detected by respective light detectors of the light detector assembly., 'an integrated circuit electrically connected to the light source assembly, the integrated circuit comprising;'}32. The integrated sensing system of claim 31 , in which the light source assembly is configured to emit multiple wavelengths of light; optionallyin which the light source assembly comprises a broad spectrum light source; and/orin which the light source assembly comprises multiple light sources each configured to emit light of a different wavelength.33. The integrated sensing system of claim 31 , in which the light detector assembly comprises a spectral sensor configured to detect light of multiple wavelengths; optionallyin which each light detector of the light detector assembly is configured to detect light of a corresponding wavelength.34. The integrated sensing system of claim 33 , the integrated circuit comprising a multiplexer connected to an output of the spectral sensor.35. The ...

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Номер записи: 85

12-02-2015 дата публикации

Magnetic resonance apparatus, and method and control device therefor

Номер: US20150042333A1

Автор: David Grodzki

Принадлежит: SIEMENS AG

In a method to control a magnetic resonance apparatus, a control device, a magnetic resonance apparatus, and an electronically readable data storage medium, a reduction and/or limitation and/or monitoring of the noise volume of the magnetic resonance apparatus is enabled by a noise volume-reduced operating mode of the magnetic resonance apparatus being activated depending on at least one predeterminable event.

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Номер записи: 86

07-02-2019 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC DETECTION OF USER'S PERIODS OF SLEEP AND SLEEP STAGE

Номер: US20190038185A1

Автор: Arnold Jacob Antony, Venkatraman Subramaniam

Принадлежит:

Aspects of automatically detecting periods of sleep of a user of a wearable electronic device are discussed herein. For example, in one aspect, an embodiment may obtain a set of features for periods of time from motion data obtained from a set of one or more motion sensors in the wearable electronic device or data derived therefrom. The wearable electronic device may then classify the periods of time into one of a plurality of statuses of the user based on the set of features determined for the periods of time, where the statuses are indicative of relative degree of movement of the user. The wearable electronic device may also derive blocks of time each covering one or more of the periods of time during which the user is in one of a plurality of states, wherein the states include an awake state and an asleep state. 1. (canceled)2. A wearable electronic device , comprising:a plurality of biometric sensors, one or more of the biometric sensors configured to generate biometric data indicative of a user's sleep stage;one or more processors coupled to the one or more of the biometric sensors; and receive the biometric data from the one or more of the biometric sensors,', 'determine a plurality of statistical feature values based on the biometric data received from the one or more of the biometric sensors,', 'determine an activity level for each of a plurality of periods of time based on the determined statistical features,', 'classify each of the periods of time into one of a plurality of sleep stages based on the activity levels for the corresponding periods of time, and', 'store the sleep stages for the classified periods of time for display to the user., 'a non-transitory machine readable storage medium coupled to the one or more processors and having stored therein instructions, which when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to3. The wearable electronic device of claim 2 , wherein:the one or more biometric sensors comprise one or ...

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Номер записи: 87

07-02-2019 дата публикации

Composite monitoring apparatus and method

Номер: US20190038230A1

Автор: Jae Joon Kim

Принадлежит: UNIST Academy Industry Research Corp

A composite monitoring apparatus includes a biosensor configured to sense a biometric signal of a driver in a motor vehicle, an air quality sensor configured to sense an air quality inside the motor vehicle, and a control unit. The control unit determines whether data on the air quality sensed by the air quality sensor exceeds an air quality reference value when data on the biometric signal sensed by the biosensor exceeds a biometric signal reference value. Further, the control unit generates an air quality warning alarm when the data on the air quality sensed by the air quality sensor exceeds the air quality reference value.

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Номер записи: 88

06-02-2020 дата публикации

PERSONALIZED PARAMETER MODELING METHODS AND RELATED DEVICES AND SYSTEMS

Номер: US20200038588A1

Автор: Lu Yunfeng, Nishida Jeffrey, Nogueira Keith, Varsavsky Andrea

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Medical devices and related patient management systems and parameter modeling methods are provided. An exemplary method of operating a sensing device associated with a patient involves obtaining current operational context information associated with the sensing device, obtaining a parameter model associated with the patient, calculating a current parameter value based on the parameter model and the current operational context information, obtaining one or more signals from a sensing element configured to measure a condition in a body of the patient, and providing an output that is influenced by the calculated current parameter value and the one or more signals. 1. A method of operating a sensing device associated with a patient , the sensing device including a control module coupled to a sensing element configured to provide one or more signals having a signal characteristic indicative of a physiological condition in a body of the patient , the method comprising:identify, by the control module, a current site location associated with the sensing device, wherein the current site location comprises a distinct region of the body;obtaining, by the control module, a patient-specific parameter model for a parameter;dynamically determining, by the control module, a current value for the parameter based at least in part on the current site location using the patient-specific parameter model, wherein the current value dynamically varies over time after insertion of the sensing element at the current site location; andproviding, by the control module, an output that is influenced by the current value for the parameter and the one or more signals.2. The method of claim 1 , the patient-specific parameter model comprising an expected calibration factor model associated with the patient claim 1 , wherein:dynamically determining the current value comprises calculating an expected calibration factor value based on the current site location and the time after insertion using the ...

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Номер записи: 89

18-02-2021 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR COMBINING PHYSIOLOGICAL AND MACHINE INFORMATION TO ENHANCE FUNCTION

Номер: US20210045678A1

Автор: Narayan Sanjiv M., Sehra Ruchir

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The present invention relates generally and specifically to combining biological sensors with external machines using machine learning to form computerized representations that can control effectors to deliver therapy or enhance performance. 1. A method for enhancing mental alertness in an individual , the method comprising:detecting signals of normal and abnormal function of mental alertness of an individual at one or more sensors, wherein the sensors measure signals of breathing;mathematically processing said signals using an enciphered functional network to create a symbolic representation of the mental alertness of the individual; anddelivering effector responses based on the symbolic representation in order to enhance or reinstate the mental alertness.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the detection is performed without requiring knowledge of the precise physiological mapping of the signals or without requiring use of signals empirically associated with alertness.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensed signals include one or more signals from blood vessel flow claim 1 , vasomotor activity claim 1 , skin electrical activity claim 1 , heart rate or heart rate variations claim 1 , breathing rate and cellular edema.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the effector response is tailored to the individual based on the symbolic representation of mental alertness.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the effector response includes biofeedback to enhance mental alertness.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the effector response includes delivering energy attenuated to the individual's symbolic representation of mental alertness.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein energy modulates the mental alertness to a normal or enhanced state based on the symbolic representation created by the enciphered functional network.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the energy includes stimulation to the scalp.9. The method of claim 6 , wherein the effector response includes audio stimulation. ...

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Номер записи: 90

16-02-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR ASSESSING FUNCTION OF THE VISUAL SYSTEM AND APPARATUS THEREOF

Номер: US20170042418A1

Автор: LEINONEN Markku, MANTYSALO Tapio, SAMPINEN Katariina

Принадлежит: Ocuspecto Oy

This invention relates to a method for providing markers for evaluating and/or practising the visual field recognizable by an eye, and/or eyes, and/or visual system of a person. The method relies on the reporting of the person of identifications of fixation objects only identifiable when the eye or eyes of the person are accurately fixated on the fixation object. Accordingly active monitoring of a saccade, if a saccade triggering stimulus is employed; or smooth pursuit, if smooth pursuit triggering stimulus is employed, of the eye of the person is not needed for determining whereto to eye or eyes are fixated. The present invention also relates to the use of a system employing the method of the invention. The present invention further relates to a system for the method of the invention and a software product for the system. 116-. (canceled)17. A system for providing markers for evaluating and/or practicing the visual field recognizable by an eye , and/or eyes , and/or visual system of a person , which system comprisesa) at least one display capable of providing at least a saccade triggering stimulus STS or a smooth pursuit triggering stimulus SPTS, and a fixation object FO, which FO is identifiable by the person only when said FO is positioned at the fovea of said eye or eyes of said person, at specified locations;b) a reporting means with which a person identifying said FO can report to said data processing unit his or her identification of said FO; i) providing, on said display or displays, at least said STS and/or SPTS, and said FO at said specified locations;', 'ii) recording correctness of reporting of identification of said FO;', 'iii) recording time points of providing said STS and/or SPTS, and said FO at said specified locations; and reporting of said identification; and', 'iv) calculating at least time period between providing said STS and reporting of said identification of FO, if said STS is employed; and/or time period between providing said FO and ...

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Номер записи: 91

16-02-2017 дата публикации

WEARABLE DEVICE CAPABLE OF PREVENTING HEATSTROKE

Номер: US20170042486A1

Автор: Tsai Lien Chih

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A wearable device is disclosed. The wearable device comprises an ambient temperature sensor, an ambient humidity sensor, an ultraviolet detector, a skin temperature sensor, an alarm module and a process unit. The ambient temperature sensor, the ambient humidity sensor and the ambient humidity sensor detect an ambient temperature, an ambient humidity and an ultraviolet index nearby the wearable device, respectively. The skin temperature sensor contacts with the user's skin and detects a skin temperature of the user. The process unit stores at least one preset heatstroke condition and determines whether heatstroke occurs based on the detected results of the ambient temperature, the ambient humidity, the ultraviolet index and/or the skin temperature and the at least one preset heatstroke condition. The alarm module is enabled by the process unit to generate at least one alarm signal when the process unit determines that the at least one preset heatstroke is met. 1. A wearable device , comprising:an ambient temperature sensor configured to detect an ambient temperature near by the wearable device;an ambient humidity sensor configured to detect an ambient humidity nearby the wearable device;an ultraviolet detector configured to detect an ultraviolet index nearby the wearable device;a skin temperature sensor configured to detect a skin temperature of a skin of a user;an alarm module configured to selectively generate at least one alarm notification; anda process unit electrically connected with the ambient temperature sensor, the ambient humidity sensor, the ultraviolet detector, the skin temperature sensor and the alarm module, configured to store at least one preset heatstroke condition, and determine whether heatstroke occurs based on the detected results of the ambient temperature, the ambient humidity, the ultraviolet index and/or the skin temperature;wherein when the process unit determines the at least one preset heatstroke condition is met, the alarm module ...

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Номер записи: 92

16-02-2017 дата публикации

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ASSISTANCE APPARATUS, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ASSISTANCE SYSTEM, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Номер: US20170043214A1

Автор: HIGASHI Daisuke

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A physical activity assistance apparatus includes a blood oxygen concentration measurement section (biological information detection section and blood oxygen concentration calculation section) that measures a user's blood oxygen concentration and a breathing instruction section that instructs the user to practice a predetermined breathing method when the blood oxygen concentration is lower than or equal to a first threshold. The thus configured physical activity assistance apparatus can appropriately support the user's physical activity. 1. A physical activity assistance apparatus comprising:a blood oxygen concentration measurement section that measures a user's blood oxygen concentration; anda breathing instruction section that instructs the user to practice a predetermined breathing method when the blood oxygen concentration is lower than or equal to a first threshold.2. The physical activity assistance apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a breathing detection section that detects the user's breathing;a practice evaluation section that evaluates based on a result of the detection performed by the breathing detection section whether or not the user is practicing breathing according to the breathing method; anda handling method instruction section that instructs the user to practice a handling method when the practice evaluation section determines that the user is practicing the breathing according to the breathing method and the measured blood oxygen concentration is lower than or equal to a second threshold lower than the first threshold.3. The physical activity assistance apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a breathing detection section that detects the user's breathing;a practice evaluation section that evaluates based on a result of the detection performed by the breathing detection section whether or not the user is practicing breathing according to the breathing method;a period acquisition section that acquires, when the ...

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Номер записи: 93

03-03-2022 дата публикации

MODULAR SYSTEM FOR MULTI-MODAL IMAGING AND ANALYSIS

Номер: US20220061671A1

Автор: ANNIS Carl, DACOSTA Ralph S., DAMPITAN Kimberlyn, DAYNES Todd, DUNHAM Danielle, Meaney Todd, MISTRY Nitesh, Treadwell Simon, WRIGHT Connor

Принадлежит: MolecuLight Inc.

A portable, modular handheld imaging system is disclosed. The modular system comprises a first housing portion and a second housing portion. The first housing portion includes at least one excitation light source. A first filter is configured to detect and permit passage of selected optical signals responsive to illumination with the excitation light to a first image sensor. A second filter is configured to detect and permit passage of selected optical signals responsive to illumination of the target surface with white light to a second image sensor. The second housing portion is configured to releasably receive the first housing portion. The second housing portion includes a display and a processor configured to receive the detected fluorescent and white light optical signals and to output a representation of the target surface to the display based on the detected optical signals. 1. A portable , handheld imaging system , comprising:at least one excitation light source configured to emit excitation light during fluorescent imaging;a first filter configured to detect and permit passage of optical signals, responsive to illumination of a target surface with the excitation light and having a wavelength corresponding to one or more of bacterial fluorescence, bacterial autofluorescence, tissue fluorescence, and tissue autofluorescence, to a first image sensor;a white light source configured to emit white light during white light imaging;a second filter configured to detect and permit passage of optical signals, responsive to illumination of the target surface with the white light and having a wavelength in the visible light range, to a second image sensor; anda processor configured to receive the detected fluorescent and white light optical signals and to output a representation of the target surface to a display based on the detected optical signals.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one excitation light source is configured to emit excitation light having ...

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Номер записи: 94

14-02-2019 дата публикации

ELASTIC MOVEMENT SENSORS AND CALIBRATION

Номер: US20190046076A1

Автор: VAN DE VYVER Patrick

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A sensing system comprises an elastic sensing element for sensing a movement, an inertial measurement system for sensing a movement, and a controller programmed for obtaining movement sensing data from the elastic sensing element and from the inertial measurement system and for calibrating the elastic sensing element using the combined movement sensing data from the elastic sensing element and the inertial measurement system. 136.-. (canceled)37. A sensing system comprising:an elastic sensing element for sensing a movement,an inertial measurement system for sensing a movement,a controller programmed for obtaining movement sensing data from the elastic sensing element and from the inertial measurement system and for calibrating the elastic sensing element using the combined movement sensing data from the elastic sensing element and the inertial measurement system.38. A sensing system according to claim 37 , wherein the elastic sensing element for sensing a movement comprises:at least one of an elastic elongated capacitive strip,an elastic elongated capacitive filament,an elastic elongated resistive strip,elastic elongated filament,a dielectric electro-active polymer strip,a dielectric electrostrictive polymer,a dielectric elastomer or a resistive monofilament.39. A sensing system according to claim 37 , wherein the elastic sensing element has a stretchability of at least 50% in their length direction.40. A sensing system according to claim 37 , wherein the system comprises an elastic sensor patch claim 37 , the elastic sensing element being embedded in the elastic sensor patch orwherein the system comprises an elastic sensor patch comprising a flexible substrate to which the flexible sensing element is attached.41. A sensing system according to claim 40 , wherein the flexible substrate is or comprises an elastic and electrically isolating film layer with a stretchability of at least 100% in all directions in the plane of the film layer (X claim 40 ,Y) orwherein the ...

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Номер записи: 95

25-02-2016 дата публикации

Real-Time Human Activity Recognition Engine

Номер: US20160051168A1

Автор: Abdy Anoosh, Ahani Arash, Anooshfar Dariush, Hsi Arthur, Kamali Masoud M., Ustabas Yeliz, Zahir Sadri

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A real-time human activity recognition (rtHAR) engine embedded in a wearable device monitors a user's activities through the wearable device's sensors. The rtHAR uses the signals from the sensors to determine where the wearable device is relative to the user's body, and then determines the type of activity the user engages in depending upon the location of the wearable device relative to the user's body. The rtHAR is preferably installed on the wearable device as an embedded system, such as an operating system library or a module within software installed on the wearable device, so as to improve the quality of direct feedback from the wearable device to the user, and to minimize the amount of data sent from the wearable device to external archival and processing systems. 1. An activity tracking device for tracking activities of a user , comprising:a sensor module configured to receive sensor inputs from a first set of sensors embedded in the activity tracking device;a body area module that selects a body area context of the user as a function of the sensor inputs;an activity module that selects an activity of the user as a function of the sensor inputs and the selected body area context of the user;an interface module that presents the selected activity to an interface of the activity tracking device.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor module is further configured to receive a portion of the sensor inputs from a second set of sensors on a remote device.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the sensor module is further configured to receive the portion of the sensor inputs via a wireless interface.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor module is further configured to receive updated sensor inputs at most every 0.1 seconds.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor module is further configured to accumulate the last 2 seconds of sensor inputs for use by the body area module.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor module is further configured to ...

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Номер записи: 96

13-02-2020 дата публикации

ARTICLE COMPRISING A TEMPERATURE-CONDITIONED SURFACE, THERMOELECTRIC CONTROL UNIT, AND METHOD FOR TEMPERATURE-CONDITIONING THE SURFACE OF AN ARTICLE

Номер: US20200046134A1

Автор: Youngblood Tara, Youngblood Todd

Принадлежит: Youngblood IP Holdings, LLC

The present invention provides systems, methods, and articles for temperature conditioning a surface. An article is formed from a first layer having a plurality of openings and a second layer having a corresponding plurality of openings. At least one interior chamber constructed and configured to retain a fluid without leaking is defined between an interior surface of the first layer and an interior surface of the second layer. At least one flexible fluid supply line delivers the fluid to the at least one interior chamber. At least one flexible fluid return line removes the fluid from the at least one interior chamber. At least one control unit that is operable to selectively cool or heat the fluid is attached to the at least one flexible fluid supply line and the at least one flexible fluid return line. 1. An article for temperature-conditioning a surface comprising:a first layer having a plurality of openings, wherein the first layer has an exterior surface and an interior surface;a second layer having a corresponding plurality of openings, wherein the second layer has an exterior surface and an interior surface, and wherein the second layer is permanently affixed to the first layer along a periphery of the article and a periphery of each of the plurality of openings;at least one interior chamber defined between the interior surface of the first layer and the interior surface of the second layer;at least one flexible fluid supply line for delivering a fluid to the at least one interior chamber;at least one flexible fluid return line for removing the fluid from the at least one interior chamber; andat least one control unit attached to the at least one flexible fluid supply line and the at least one flexible fluid return line, wherein the at least one control unit is operable to selectively cool or heat the fluid;wherein the at least one interior chamber is constructed and configured to retain the fluid without leaking;wherein the interior surface of the first ...

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Номер записи: 97

13-02-2020 дата публикации

POSITIONING APPARATUS AND GRIPPING APPARATUS

Номер: US20200046317A1

Автор: Barbic Mladen, Smith Richard

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A gripping apparatus includes: a temperature adjusting device held in a substrate wherein the substrate defines an open region; a phase change material held within the open region and thermally coupled with the temperature adjusting device such that a temperature change in the temperature adjusting device causes a temperature change in the phase change material; and a controller connected to the temperature adjusting device and configured to send a signal to the temperature adjusting device to change its temperature and thereby change the temperature of the phase change material that is thermally coupled with the temperature adjusting device. The phase change material is either in a solid state and configured to grip a stick or in a liquid state and the phase change material and configured to loosen its grip on the stick such that the stick is capable of moving through the phase change material. 1. A gripping apparatus comprising:a temperature adjusting device held in a substrate wherein the substrate defines an open region;a phase change material held within the open region and thermally coupled with the temperature adjusting device such that a temperature change in the temperature adjusting device causes a temperature change in the phase change material; anda controller connected to the temperature adjusting device and configured to send a signal to the temperature adjusting device to change its temperature and thereby change the temperature of the phase change material that is thermally coupled with the temperature adjusting device; when the phase change material is at a temperature below a first transition temperature, the phase change material is in a solid state and the phase change material is configured to grip a stick within the phase change material; and', 'when the phase change material is at a temperature above a second transition temperature, the phase change material is in a liquid state and the phase change material is configured to loosen its grip on ...

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Номер записи: 98

13-02-2020 дата публикации

Sensor device-equipped golf shoes

Номер: US20200047026A1

Автор: Masahide Onuki

Принадлежит: Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd

Provided is a sensor device-equipped golf shoes comprising: golf shoes including a left and right pair of a first shoe and a second shoe to be worn by a golfer; and a sensor device attached to the golf shoes. The sensor device includes one or more sensor modules configured to measure sensor data pertaining to at least one of an orientation of the first shoe when the golfer takes a shot, an orientation of the second shoe when the golfer takes a shot, and a positional relationship between the first shoe and the second shoe when the golfer takes a shot.

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Номер записи: 99

22-02-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING INDIVIDUALIZED ENERGY EXPENDITURE

Номер: US20180049694A1

Автор: Agarwal Mrinal, MERMEL Craig H., Raghuram Karthik Jayaraman, Singh Alvarado Alexander

Принадлежит: Apple Inc.

A method and a system for determining an individual energy expenditure are described. In some embodiments, an energy expenditure can be calculated based on a combination of biometrics, heart rate and work rate. In some embodiments, a relative drag associated with the user can be calculated based on a group formation size, a group formation shape, participant velocities, weather, air density, and participant body surface areas. In some embodiments, a load adjustment factor can be determined based on the relative drag. In some embodiments, an adjusted energy expenditure can be determined based on the load adjustment factor. 1. A method for improving the accuracy of a wearable device while calculating an individual energy expenditure for a user participating in a group cycling session , the method comprising:measuring, by a heart rate sensor of the wearable device, a heart rate of the user, wherein the heart rate sensor comprises a photoplethysmogram (PPG) sensor and the PPG sensor is configured to be worn adjacent to the user's skin;calculating, by a processor circuit of the wearable device, an energy expenditure of the user based on at least the measured heart rate;determining, by the processor circuit, a group formation size and a group formation shape based on a wireless-based proximity;receiving, from an external source, a wind speed and direction;determining, by a GPS module of the wearable device, the user's velocity;determining, by the processor circuit, an air density based on an ambient temperature and an atmospheric pressure;determining, by the processor circuit, a relative drag associated with the user based on the group formation size, the group formation shape, the user's velocity, the user's body surface area, the wind speed and direction, and the air density;calculating, by the processor circuit, a load adjustment factor based on the determined relative drag;determining, by the processor circuit, an updated energy expenditure based on the calculated ...

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Номер записи: 100