НОСИМАЯ/ПЕРЕНОСНАЯ УСТАНОВКА ЭЛЕКТРОМАГНИТНОЙ ТОМОГРАФИИ

Microwave tomography system

A tomography system comprises a housing defining an imaging chamber for a biological target (such as for identifying a tumour 220 in a leg, breast, brain, torso arm or leg of a person 210). A plurality of antenna sockets align antennas into the chamber, and a metamaterial is coupled to the internal wall of the chamber. The metamaterial is optionally for impedance matching the antennas into the target, and comprises a periodic metallic cell structure on a dielectric substrate. The cells may be crosses, squares, Jerusalem crosses or other shapes, and there may be a second layer on the opposing side of the substrate. The metamaterial may be tuneable using microfluidics or photoconductive elements. The housing may comprise multiple rotable portions which rotate to build up a three dimensional image. The metamaterial and housing may be flexible and comprise pores to enable a suction system to achieve conformity with the target. Two microwave signals of differing frequencies may be used. The ...

A medical imaging system and method

WEARABLE/MAN-PORTABLE ELECTROMAGNETIC TOMOGRAPHIC IMAGING

A system for wearable/man-portable electromagnetic tomographic imaging includes a wearable/man-portable boundary apparatus adapted to receive a biological object within, a position determination system, electromagnetic transmitting/receiving hardware, and a hub computer system. The electromagnetic transmitting/receiving hardware collectively generates an electromagnetic field that passes into the boundary apparatus and receives the electromagnetic field after being scattered/interferenced by the biological object within. The hub computer system performs electromagnetic tomographic imaging based on the received electromagnetic field.

MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM WITH MICROWAVE TRANSMITTING/RECEIVING

ELECTROMAGNETIC IMAGING

There is provided a device arranged to couple electromagnetic-imaging radiation from a source medium into an electromagnetic-imaging target, the device comprising a first supporting component having a thickness no greater than a wavelength of the electromagnetic-imaging radiation. The first supporting component supports a planar array of first conducting elements, wherein each first conducting element has a first dimension no greater than a first wavelength of the electromagnetic-imaging radiation.

DEVICE FOR MICROWAVE FIELD DETECTION

An electromagnetic receiving device configured to discriminately react predominantly to an external electric field directed along an axis of said device, comprising a high-permittivity dielectric rod as receiving element, wherein said dielectric rod is oriented along said axis and has a receiving end to be directed towards an object under study, and wherein the device is configured to be essentially resonant with a circularly cylindrical TM00 mode.

A medical imaging system and method

Microwave monitoring

Wireless monitoring of microwave-responsive sensors integrated into a record keeping system.

System and Method for Determining Sleep Stage

Methods and apparatus monitor health by detection of sleep stage. For example, a sleep stage monitor (100) may access sensor data signals related to bodily movement and/or respiration movements. At least a portion of the detected signals may be analyzed to calculate respiration variability. The respiration variability may include one or more of variability of respiration rate and variability of respiration amplitude. A processor may then determine a sleep stage based on one or more of respiration variability and bodily movement, such as with a combination of both. The determination of sleep stages may distinguish between deep sleep and other stages of sleep, or may differentiate between deep sleep, light sleep and REM sleep. The bodily movement and respiration movement signals may be derived from one or more sensors, such as non-invasive sensor (e.g., a non-contact radio-frequency motion sensor or a pressure sensitive mattress). WO 2014/047310 PCT/US2013/060652 /4100,4020 4200 4010 4014 ...

SYSTEM FOR RECOGNITION OF BIOLOGICAL ALTERATION IN HUMAN TISSUES

The present invention is directed to a system for recognition of biological alteration in human tissues using electromagnetic waves in the microwave range, the device comprising: a transmitter device (100) comprising at least one transmitting antenna (101), a transmitter (102), and a power supply (103); a receiving device (200) comprising at least one receiving antenna (201), a receiver (202), a pre-processing module (204), and a power supply (203); a microprocessor (301; 104) and a display (302; 105); wherein the transmitter device (100) and the receiving device (200) are configured to operate at a frequency comprised between 2.0 GHz and 3.0 GHz. In a preferred embodiment, the operating frequency is comprised between 2.3 GHz and 2.5 GHz, and the device is suitable for the detection of a cancer in the human body, for example for the screening of prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, breast cancer, thyroid cancer. The device according to the invention is capable of high sensitivity and accuracy ...

Detecting device and method

Interactive system with an occupant of a motor vehicle

Système interactif avec un occupant d’un véhicule automobile comportant: un dispositif de mesure comprenant au moins un capteur agencé pour acquérir au moins un paramètre lié à l’occupant dudit véhicule, une unité de traitement embarquée utilisant un modèle d’évaluation de l’état émotionnel de l’occupant, ladite unité de traitement étant agencée pour recevoir ledit paramètre et définir une donnée représentative de l’état émotionnel dudit occupant au moyen dudit modèle, la donnée représentative correspondant à un point dans un espace tridimensionnel de caractérisation de l’état émotionnel de l’occupant, au moins un actionneur configuré pour activer au moins un stimulus multi sensoriel pour interagir avec l’occupant, ledit stimulus permettant de modifier l’état émotionnel dudit occupant. Interactive system with an occupant of a motor vehicle comprising: a measurement device comprising at least one sensor arranged to acquire at least one parameter related to the occupant of said vehicle, an on-board processing unit using an evaluation model of the emotional state of the occupant, said processing unit being arranged to receive said parameter and define data representative of the emotional state of said occupant by means of said model, the representative data corresponding to a point in a three-dimensional characterization space of the emotional state of the occupant, at least one actuator configured to activate at least one multi-sensory stimulus to interact with the occupant, said stimulus making it possible to modify the emotional state of said occupant.

WIDEBAND RADAR WITH HETEROGENEOUS ANTENNA ARRAYS

A heterogeneous antenna array containing antenna elements of different antenna element sizes interleaved among one another is disclosed. Heterogeneous antenna arrays as disclosed herein can efficiently cover a broad range of frequencies without loss of optimality at higher frequencies. Also disclosed are methods of frequency-domain oriented image reconstruction which are suitable for use with heterogeneous antenna arrays.

BLOOD GLUCOSE TRACKING SYSTEM

A blood glucose tracking system and method measures emitted microwave energy transmitted to and accepted by blood vessels in a desired target area of a patient in order to determine, in real time and in vivo, appropriate blood glucose levels. A measurement unit comprises a transmitter operatively connected to an antenna to deliver energy towards appropriate subcutaneous blood vessels. The measurement unit determines an accepted energy power value in the blood vessels associated with the desired target area. This measurement energy power value is compared with a calibration value, and the difference is used to determine a resultant blood glucose value. The determined blood glucose value may further be acclimatized using additional sensed values compensating for biological and ambient factors relevant to the patient. The final determined blood glucose value can be displayed for reading and/or transmitted and stored for recording for further reference.

Lung water content measurement system and calibration method

A system and method for monitoring lung water content of a patient. The system may include at least two microwave sensors and a processor. The system may transmit one or more microwave signals into the thorax of a patient using one or more of the microwave sensors. The system may then receive one or more of the microwave signals using one or more of the microwave sensors. The one or more received microwave signals may each have at least one associated frequency component with a magnitude and a phase. The system may analyze the phase of one or more received microwave signals to monitor changes in the lung water content. The system may analyze the magnitude of one or more received microwave signals to determine whether the lung water content is increasing or decreasing.

Microwave tomography system

Medical imaging system having microwave emission/reception

The invention relates to a medical imaging system having microwave emitting antennas and antennas for receiving the electromagnetic field, which are arranged around a space for receiving a human tissue medium to be observed, and comprising: an array (3) of emitting antennas and an array (4) of receiving antennas, wherein said two arrays (3, 4) are independent, and motors capable of angularly rotating and of translating the emitting array (3) and/or the receiving array (4) relative to the space under observation, in order to enable the scanning thereof.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING SLEEP STAGE

Methods and apparatus monitor health by detection of sleep stage. For example, a sleep stage monitor (100) may access sensor data signals related to bodily movement and/or respiration movements. At least a portion of the detected signals may be analyzed to calculate respiration variability. The respiration variability may include one or more of variability of respiration rate and variability of respiration amplitude. A processor may then determine a sleep stage based on one or more of respiration variability and bodily movement, such as with a combination of both. The determination of sleep stages may distinguish between deep sleep and other stages of sleep, or may differentiate between deep sleep, light sleep and REM sleep. The bodily movement and respiration movement signals may be derived from one or more sensors, such as non-invasive sensor (e.g., a non-contact radio-frequency motion sensor or a pressure sensitive mattress).

Electromagnetic field generator alignment

DETERMINING AN INTIMATE ACTIVITY BY A DETECTION DEVICE

МЕДИЦИНСКАЯ СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ ИЗОБРАЖЕНИЙ С ПОМОЩЬЮ ИЗЛУЧЕНИЯ/ПРИЕМА МИКРОВОЛН

FIELD: medicine. SUBSTANCE: group of inventions refers to medical technology, namely to imaging system having microwave emitting antennas. Medical imaging system contains microwave emitting antennas, antennas for receiving the electromagnetic field, which are arranged around a space for receiving a human tissue medium to be observed, space limiting segment, a lattice of radiating antennas and a grid of receiving antennas, said two grids being independent, and actuators configured to move the radiating grids and/or the receiving grids by angular movement around the segment and vertical translational movement along the segment, so as to ensure scanning of the observed space, wherein said two grids are independent with respect to angular displacement and translational movement. Method of receiving image of a human tissue medium to be observed is carried out using a medical imaging system. EFFECT: use of inventions makes it possible to expand the arsenal of means for obtaining images of the patient's tissue. 14 cl, 4 dwg

A medical imaging system and method

A medical imaging system 2 comprising: a microwave antenna array 6 comprising a transmitting antenna and a plurality of receiving antennae, wherein the transmitting antenna 6 is configured to transmit microwave signals so as to illuminate a body part ofa patient and the receiving antennae are configured to receive the microwave signals following scattering within the body part; a processor 4 configured to process the scattered microwave signals and generate an output indicative of the internal structure of the body part to identify a region of interest within the body part; and a biopsy device 8 comprising a biopsy needle movable relative to the microwave antenna array; wherein the receiving antennae are further configured to receive microwave signals scattered or emitted by the biopsy needle and the processor is further configured to monitor a position of the biopsy needle and to guide the biopsy needle to the identified region of interest within the body part. In embodiments, the microwave antenna array is performed on a substrate with a number of openings configured to receive the biopsy needle to provide access to the body part.

Electromagnetic imaging

Electromagnetic field generator alignment

Systems and methods for electromagnetic field generator alignment are disclosed. In one aspect, the system includes an electromagnetic (EM) sensor configured to generate, when positioned in a working volume of the EM field, one or more EM sensor signals based on detection of the EM field, the EM sensor configured for placement on a patient. The system may also include a processor and a memory storing computer-executable instructions to cause the processor to: determine a position of the EM sensor with respect to the field generator based on the one or more EM sensor signals, encode a representation of the position of the EM sensor with respect to the working volume of the EM field, and provide the encoded representation of the position to a display configured to render encoded data.

System and Method for Determining Sleep Stage

Methods and apparatus monitor health by detection of sleep stage. For example, a sleep stage monitor (100) may access sensor data signals related to bodily movement and/or respiration movements. At least a portion of the detected signals may be analyzed to calculate respiration variability. The respiration variability may include one or more of variability of respiration rate and variability of respiration amplitude. A processor may then determine a sleep stage based on one or more of respiration variability and bodily movement, such as with a combination of both. The determination of sleep stages may distinguish between deep sleep and other stages of sleep, or may differentiate between deep sleep, light sleep and REM sleep. The bodily movement and respiration movement signals may be derived from one or more sensors, such as non-invasive sensor (e.g., a non-contact radio-frequency motion sensor or a pressure sensitive mattress). WO 2014/047310 PCT/US2013/060652 /4100,4020 4200 4010 4014 ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING LIFE SIGNS OF A PERSON

A system (10) and method for monitoring a person (14) within a defined area by detecting breathing, or the lack thereof. Breathing is detected using radar signals (24), camera signals (22) and/or microphone signals (26). The radar signals (24), camera signals (22) and/or microphone signals (26) are analyzed to determine if the subject person (14) is moving, and if not moving if the person (14) is breathing or not-breathing. An alarm is generated should the reflected radar signals (24), the camera signals (22) and the microphone signals (26) all simultaneously indicate no movement and no movement of the subject person (14) in the defined area for a selected period of time.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING SLEEP STAGE

Methods and apparatus monitor health by detection of sleep stage. For example, a sleep stage monitor (100) may access sensor data signals related to bodily movement and/or respiration movements. At least a portion of the detected signals may be analyzed to calculate respiration variability. The respiration variability may include one or more of variability of respiration rate and variability of respiration amplitude. A processor may then determine a sleep stage based on one or more of respiration variability and bodily movement, such as with a combination of both. The determination of sleep stages may distinguish between deep sleep and other stages of sleep, or may differentiate between deep sleep, light sleep and REM sleep. The bodily movement and respiration movement signals may be derived from one or more sensors, such as non-invasive sensor (e.g., a non-contact radio-frequency motion sensor or a pressure sensitive mattress).

Ophthalmic lens with a neural frequency detection system

The present invention relates generally to an ophthalmic device capable of monitoring neural frequencies and correlating the measured frequencies them to specific brain activity/functions. In some embodiments, profiles specific to the user of the ophthalmic device can be pre-programmed to tailor a brain activity/function profiles according to a user. Based on the determined brain activity/function from the correlation, a signal may be generated to provide feedback to the user. The signal may be transmitted to the user in one or more form. For example, the signal may be outputted to a wireless device in wireless communication with the ophthalmic device, and/or through an audible signal projected by an acoustic element, and/or a visual signal projected using a photon emitter, both which may be included in the ophthalmic device.

RADAR SENSOR FOR DETECTION OF DRIVERS DROWSINESS THAT OPERATES IN THE MILLIMETER WAVE FREQUENCY RANGE AND OPERATIONAL METHOD THEREOF

Invention herewith described refers to the radar sensor for detection of drivers drowsiness that operates in the millimeter wave frequency range and operational method thereof. The radar is intended for vehicles. The key components of the system are the use of the integrated radar, the use of high gain planar antennas with the specific radiation pattern, the analysis of at least two drivers key biometric parameters at the same time: the heart rate and the respiratory dynamics. The operational method calculates the probability of the drivers drowsiness. In the case that the probability is above the predetermined threshold, there is initiated the interaction with the vehicle control system, typically by using the standard car interfaces. In this case there are performed the predetermined actions. These actions can be one of, or a combination of the following actions: tightening of the drivers safety belt, audio signals alerting the driver, vibrating signals alerting the driver, change of ...

System and method for estimating vital signs

Methods and systems for monitoring and influencing gesture-based behaviors

Methods and systems are provided herein for analyzing, monitoring, and/or influencing a user's behavioral gesture in real-time. A gesture recognition method may be provided. The method may comprise: obtaining sensor data collected using at least one sensor located on a wearable device, wherein said wearable device is configured to be worn by a user; and analyzing the sensor data to determine a probability of the user performing a predefined gesture, wherein the probability is determined based in part on a magnitude of a motion vector in the sensor data, and without comparing the motion vector to one or more physical motion profiles.

Human presence detector and human presence detection method thereof

A human presence detector includes a microwave generator, a microwave receiver, a frequency mixing wave detector and a signal processor. The microwave generator is configured to emit and transmit a detecting microwave in a detection space. The microwave receiver is configured to receive a corresponding echo of the detecting microwave. The frequency mixing wave detector, linked to the microwave generator and the microwave receiver, is configured to perform a frequency mixing wave detection on the detecting microwave and the corresponding echo of the detecting microwave to output a primary detecting signal. The signal processor linked to the frequency mixing wave detector is configured to select a fluctuation signal at a predetermined frequency range in the primary detecting signal to amplify and output a secondary detecting signal. Accordingly, in response to the detection of the motion at the predetermined frequency range, a human (living) body is detected and determined in the detection ...

System and method for determining sleep stage

Methods and apparatus monitor health by detection of sleep stage. For example, a sleep stage monitor (100) may access sensor data signals related to bodily movement and/or respiration movements. At least a portion of the detected signals may be analyzed to calculate respiration variability. The respiration variability may include one or more of variability of respiration rate and variability of respiration amplitude. A processor may then determine a sleep stage based on one or more of respiration variability and bodily movement, such as with a combination of both. The determination of sleep stages may distinguish between deep sleep and other stages of sleep, or may differentiate between deep sleep, light sleep and REM sleep. The bodily movement and respiration movement signals may be derived from one or more sensors, such as non-invasive sensor (e.g., a non-contact radio-frequency motion sensor or a pressure sensitive mattress).

BIOMARKER MONITORING SENSOR AND METHODS OF USE

Provided herein are systems, methods and apparatuses for a Biomarker sensor.

STROKE MONITORING

A computer-implemented process for continuous monitoring of a brain stroke during a critical rehabilitation period, the process including the steps of: (i) accessing initial image data representing an initial image of a subject's brain containing a stroke region; (ii) accessing scattering parameter data representing microwaves scattered by the subject's brain and originating from a plurality of antennas disposed around the subject's brain; and (iii) processing the scattering parameter data and the initial image data using a gradient-free optimisation method to generate estimates of spatial dimensions of the stroke region within the subject's brain, wherein the initial image of the subject's brain is used as a priori information to improve the accuracy of the generated estimates, and the spatial dimensions of the stroke region are generated as global parameters of the gradient-free optimisation method.

BLOOD GLUCOSE TRACKING SYSTEM

A blood glucose tracking system and method measures emitted microwave energy transmitted to and accepted by blood vessels in a desired target area of a patient in order to determine, in real time and in vivo, appropriate blood glucose levels. A measurement unit comprises a transmitter operatively connected to an antenna to deliver energy towards appropriate subcutaneous blood vessels. The measurement unit determines an accepted energy power value in the blood vessels associated with the desired target area. This measurement energy power value is compared with a calibration value, and the difference is used to determine a resultant blood glucose value. The determined blood glucose value may further be acclimatized using additional sensed values compensating for biological and ambient factors relevant to the patient. The final determined blood glucose value can be displayed for reading and/or transmitted and stored for recording for further reference.

INTRINSIC FREQUENCY ANALYSIS FOR LEFT VENTRICLE EJECTION FRACTION OR STROKE VOLUME DETERMINATION

Hardware and software methodology are described for non-invasively monitoring cardiac health. Hemodynamic waveforms variously acquired for a subject are analyzed to calculate or approximate intrinsic frequencies in two domains in two domains across the Dicrotic Notch. Together with associated notch timing, heart rate and blood pressure values left ventricle ejection fraction and/or stroke volume can be determination.

MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM HAVING MICROWAVE EMISSION/RECEPTION

Un système d'imagerie médicale à antennes d'émission micro-ondes et antennes de réception du champ électromagnétique disposées autour d'un volume destiné à recevoir un milieu de tissu humain à observer comport : - un réseau (3) d'antennes d'émission et un réseau (4) d'antennes de réception, ces deux réseaux (3, 4) étant indépendants, et - des motorisations aptes à déplacer le réseau (3) d'émission et/ou le réseau (4) de réception en rotation angulaire et en translation par rapport au volume sous observation, afin de permettre un balayage de celui-ci.

INTRINSIC FREQUENCY ANALYSIS FOR LEFT VENTRICLE EJECTION FRACTION OR STROKE VOLUME DETERMINATION

Hardware and software methodology are described for non-invasively monitoring cardiac health. Hemodynamic waveforms variously acquired for a subject are analyzed to calculate or approximate intrinsic frequencies in two domains in two domains across the Dicrotic Notch. Together with associated notch timing, heart rate and blood pressure values left ventricle ejection fraction and/or stroke volume can be determination.

Ophthalmic lens with a neural frequency detection system

The present application relates generally to an ophthalmic device, e.g. a contact lens (100) or intraocular lens, capable of monitoring neural frequencies and correlating the measured frequencies them to specific brain activity/functions. In some embodiments, profiles specific to the user of the ophthalmic device can be pre-programmed to tailor a brain activity/function profiles according to a user. Based on the determined brain activity/function from the correlation, a signal may be generated to provide feedback (440) to the user. The signal may be transmitted to the user in one or more form. For example, the signal may be outputted to a wireless device in wireless communication with the ophthalmic device, and/or through an audible signal projected by an acoustic element, and/or a visual signal projected using a photon emitter, both which may be included in the ophthalmic device ...

Stroke monitoring

A computer-implemented process for continuous monitoring of a brain stroke during a critical rehabilitation period, the process including the steps of: (i) accessing initial image data representing an initial image of a subject's brain containing a stroke region; (ii) accessing scattering parameter data representing microwaves scattered by the subject's brain and originating from a plurality of antennas disposed around the subject's brain; and (iii) processing the scattering parameter data and the initial image data using a gradient-free optimisation method to generate estimates of spatial dimensions of the stroke region within the subject's brain, wherein the initial image of the subject's brain is used as a priori information to improve the accuracy of the generated estimates, and the spatial dimensions of the stroke region are generated as global parameters of the gradient-free optimisation method.

마이크로파를 송/수신하는 의료 영상 처리 시스템

... 본 발명은 관찰될 인체 조직 매질을 수용하기 위한 공간 주위에 배치된 마이크로파 방출 안테나 및 전자계 수신 안테나를 가지며, 송신 안테나의 어레이(3) 및 수신 안테나의 어레이(4) - 상기 두 어레이(3, 4)는 독립적임 - 및 스캐닝이 가능하도록 상기 송신 어레이(3) 및/또는 수신 어레이(4)를 관찰중인 공간에 대해 각회전 및 병진 운동 할 수 있는 모터를 포함하는 의료 영상 처리 시스템에 관한 것이다.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING SLEEP STAGE

WIDEBAND RADAR WITH HETEROGENEOUS ANTENNA ARRAYS

A heterogeneous antenna array containing antenna elements of different antenna element sizes interleaved among one another is disclosed. Heterogeneous antenna arrays as disclosed herein can efficiently cover a broad range of frequencies without loss of optimality at higher frequencies. Also disclosed are methods of frequency-domain oriented image reconstruction which are suitable for use with heterogeneous antenna arrays.

Living body detection method and living body detection system

A living body detection method and a living body detection system are provided. A radio-frequency signal reflected by an experiment living body is received, and raw sampling data of the RF signal are obtained. A feature extraction process is performed to generate initial training features of sampling datasets, wherein the initial training features respectively correspond to feature generation rules. A classification prediction model is established according to a posture of the experiment living body and the initial training features, and correlation feature weightings respectively corresponding to the initial training features are obtained. Preferred features corresponding to at least one of the feature generation rules are selected from the initial training features according to the correlation feature weightings. Another classification prediction model configured for determining a posture of a detection living body is established according to the posture of the experiment living body ...

ESTIMATION DEVICE AND ESTIMATION METHOD

An estimation device (10A) includes: M transmission antenna elements each transmitting a first transmission signal; N transmitter-receivers (30A, etc.) each including a reception antenna element and receiving, over a predetermined period, a first reception signal including a reflection signal that is the first transmission signal reflected by a first living body, using the reception antenna element; a memory (41) storing training signals that are second reception signals obtained by causing the N transmitter-receivers (30A, etc.) to preliminarily receive second reception signals including reflection signals that are second transmission signals transmitted from the M transmission antenna elements to a second living body and reflected therefrom; a first vector calculator calculating a first vector for each training signal (42) and each first reception signal by respective predetermined methods; and a circuit (40) identifying the first living body or estimating an orientation of the first ...

BIOMETRICS-ENABLED DENTAL OPERATORY

System and method for determining sleep stage

Methods and apparatus monitor health by detection of sleep stage. For example, a sleep stage monitor (100) may access sensor data signals related to bodily movement and/or respiration movements. At least a portion of the detected signals may be analyzed to calculate respiration variability. The respiration variability may include one or more of variability of respiration rate and variability of respiration amplitude. A processor may then determine a sleep stage based on one or more of respiration variability and bodily movement, such as with a combination of both. The determination of sleep stages may distinguish between deep sleep and other stages of sleep, or may differentiate between deep sleep, light sleep and REM sleep. The bodily movement and respiration movement signals may be derived from one or more sensors, such as non-invasive sensor (e.g., a non-contact radio-frequency motion sensor or a pressure sensitive mattress).

Medical imaging system having microwave emission/reception

The invention relates to a medical imaging system having microwave emitting antennas and antennas for receiving the electromagnetic field, which are arranged around a space for receiving a human tissue medium to be observed, and comprising: an array (3) of emitting antennas and an array (4) of receiving antennas, wherein said two arrays (3, 4) are independent, and motors capable of angularly rotating and of translating the emitting array (3) and/or the receiving array (4) relative to the space under observation, in order to enable the scanning thereof.

WEARABLE/MAN-PORTABLE ELECTROMAGNETIC TOMOGRAPHIC IMAGING

A system for wearable/man-portable electromagnetic tomographic imaging includes a wearable/man-portable boundary apparatus adapted to receive a biological object within, a position determination system, electromagnetic transmitting/receiving hardware, and a hub computer system. The electromagnetic transmitting/receiving hardware collectively generates an electromagnetic field that passes into the boundary apparatus and receives the electromagnetic field after being scattered/interferenced by the biological object within. The hub computer system performs electromagnetic tomographic imaging based on the received electromagnetic field.

Sensors for a portable device

A portable sensing system device and method for providing microwave or RF (radio-frequency) sensing functionality for a portable device, the device comprising: a portable device housing configured to be carried by a user; and a sensing unit within said housing con-figured to characterize an object located in proximity to the portable system, said sensing unit comprising: a wideband electromagnetic transducer array said array comprising a plurality of electromagnetic transducers; a transmitter unit for applying RF signals to said electromagnetic transducer array; and a receiver unit for receiving coupled RF signals from said electromagnetic transducers array.

Imaging using gated elements

Exemplary methods and systems may image an object of interest using one or more waveguide assemblies including gated elements. The gated elements may be configurable in a transmission state, a reception state, or a passive state. The exemplary methods and systems may deliver electromagnetic energy (e.g., microwave energy) to an object of interest using a gated element of a waveguide assembly configured in a transmission state and sample scattered field using a gated element of another waveguide assembly configured in the reception state while the remainder of gated elements are configured in the passive state.

Monitoring the body using microwaves

An apparatus for determining characteristics of pulsatility of the brain 5 comprises: an ultra-wideband microwave transceiver 1 arranged to generate ultra-wideband microwave pulses 6; a transmitting means 3 arranged to transmit the ultra-wideband microwave pulses; and a receiving means 3 arranged to receive a signal corresponding to detection of the pulses. In an embodiment this may be a transmitting/receiving micro patch antenna. The apparatus may be incorporated into a motorcycle helmet for example. The determined characteristic may be the frequency or amplitude of pulsation of the first part of the brain. The apparatus may further include a warning indicator that outputs a warning if the determined characteristics are outside of a predetermined range.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING APNEIC AND HYPOXIC EVENTS

Systems and methods for inhibiting an occurrence of an apneic or hypoxic event are disclosed. Physiological data is received from a subject and analyzed to detect an impending apneic event or an impending hypoxic event. A stimulation is applied to the subject to inhibit occurrence of the impending apneic or hypoxic event after an occurrence of a predetermined condition. The physiological data can include respiratory data, cardiological data, or a com-bination thereof. The analyzing includes use of a point-process model and gross body movement data of the subject. Therapeutic effectiveness of the stimulation is increased by accounting for gross body movements of the patient.

MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM HAVING MICROWAVE EMISSION/RECEPTION

Un système d'imagerie médicale à antennes d'émission micro-ondes et antennes de réception du champ électromagnétique disposées autour d'un volume destiné à recevoir un milieu de tissu humain à observer comport : - un réseau (3) d'antennes d'émission et un réseau (4) d'antennes de réception, ces deux réseaux (3, 4) étant indépendants, et - des motorisations aptes à déplacer le réseau (3) d'émission et/ou le réseau (4) de réception en rotation angulaire et en translation par rapport au volume sous observation, afin de permettre un balayage de celui-ci.

Ultra wideband monitoring systems and antennas

Apparatus for monitoring vital signs of one or more living subjects comprises a monitoring station and at least one sensor in communication with the monitoring station. The sensor comprises an antenna system, an ultra wideband radar system coupled to the antenna system, a signal processor and a communication system. The signal processor is connected to receive a signal from the ultra wideband radar system and configured to extract from the signal information about one or more vital signs of a person or animal in a sensing volume corresponding to the antenna system. The communication system is configured to transmit the information to the monitoring station.

Microwave tomography system

A novel medical imaging system that is based on radio-wave signals at microwave frequencies and has unique properties. The system can be used for various diagnostic applications such as breast cancer detection, brain stroke detection, and assessment of internal bleeding (trauma emergencies).

Radiation monitoring of body part sizing and use of such sizing for person monitoring

A person monitoring system that may determine personal characteristics and compare them to other characteristics without necessarily recognizing a specific individual corresponding to those characteristics. An embodiment may use a first array of focused microwave transmitting antennas driven by a microwave transmitting electronics, producing microwave signals for the first array. A second array of focused microwave receiving antennas may have each antenna of said second array being focused and pointed to receive a microwave transmission from a specific antenna of the first array. A controller determines pixels of the sillouette of the monitored subject, as pixels from the microwave antennas. Parameters of human body shape are determined, and used as a profile that can be monitored.

Microwave monitoring

OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH A NEURAL FREQUENCY DETECTION SYSTEM

The present application relates generally to an ophthalmic device, e.g. a contact lens (100) or intraocular lens, capable of monitoring neural frequencies and correlating the measured frequencies them to specific brain activity/functions. In some embodiments, profiles specific to the user of the ophthalmic device can be pre-programmed to tailor a brain activity/function profiles according to a user. Based on the determined brain activity/function from the correlation, a signal may be generated to provide feedback (440) to the user. The signal may be transmitted to the user in one or more form. For example, the signal may be outputted to a wireless device in wireless communication with the ophthalmic device, and/or through an audible signal projected by an acoustic element, and/or a visual signal projected using a photon emitter, both which may be included in the ophthalmic device ...

Metabolic and cardiopulmonary monitor

Systems and methods for monitoring and/or assessing metabolic and/or cardiopulmonary parameters of a subject are disclosed. Systems and methods for high speed monitoring of metabolic parameters of a subject in a substantially unrestricted setting are disclosed. Further disclosed are wearable systems and methods for substantially unobtrusive monitoring of a breath stream from a subject. Also disclosed are wearable systems and methods for real-time monitoring of the respiratory function and/or one or more disease states of a subject. Data systems to coordinate simultaneous monitoring of one or more metabolic and/or cardiopulmonary parameters of a plurality of subjects are also disclosed.

CONTACTLESS SENSOR-DRIVEN DEVICE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD ENABLING AMBIENT HEALTH MONITORING AND PREDICTIVE ASSESSMENT

Microwave tomography system

System and method for determining sleep stage

Methods and apparatus monitor health by detection of sleep stage. For example, a sleep stage monitor (100) may access sensor data signals related to bodily movement and/or respiration movements. At least a portion of the detected signals may be analyzed to calculate respiration variability. The respiration variability may include one or more of variability of respiration rate and variability of respiration amplitude. A processor may then determine a sleep stage based on one or more of respiration variability and bodily movement, such as with a combination of both. The determination of sleep stages may distinguish between deep sleep and other stages of sleep, or may differentiate between deep sleep, light sleep and REM sleep. The bodily movement and respiration movement signals may be derived from one or more sensors, such as non-invasive sensor (e.g., a non-contact radio-frequency motion sensor or a pressure sensitive mattress).

ANTENNA DESIGN FOR BIOMARKER MONITORING AND METHODS OF USE

Provided herein are systems, methods and apparatuses for an Antenna Design for Biomarker Monitoring.

HYBRID MEDICAL IMAGING PROBE, APPARATUS AND PROCESS

A hybrid medical imaging probe for application to a body part to image tissues within the body part, the medical imaging probe including: a first imaging probe component to generate non-microwave first signals for transmission into the body part and to sense corresponding signals scattered by the tissues within the body part to enable the generation of one or more corresponding images of the tissues using a non-microwave first imaging technology; and an electromagnetic imaging probe component to generate microwave signals in a microwave frequency band for transmission into the body part and to sense corresponding microwave signals scattered by the tissues within the body part to enable the estimation of corresponding values of permittivity of the tissues; wherein the first imaging probe component and the electromagnetic imaging probe component are co-located within the hybrid medical imaging probe and arranged so that the non-microwave and microwave signals are transmitted from the hybrid ...

MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM WITH THE MICROWAVE TRANSMITTING/RECEIVING

L'invention concerne un système d'imagerie médicale comprenant un réseau d'antennes d'émission et un réseau d'antennes de réception micro-ondes disposés autour d'un volume destiné à recevoir un milieu de tissu humain à observer. Les antennes sont déployées dans un matériau diélectrique électromagnétiquement absorbant sur certaines parties ou entièrement. Les deux réseaux sont indépendants et sont aptes à être déplacés par rapport au volume sous observation, afin de permettre un balayage et des acquisitions dédiées à un traitement d'imagerie multistatique complète.

Uwb antenna and detection apparatus for transportation means

HUMAN BODY: SCANNING, TYPING AND PROFILING SYSTEM

A body scanning measurement, typing and profiling apparatus and method utilizing microwave energy. Microwaves are used to measure the size and shape of an individual. An array of miniaturized transmitting antennas direct RF energy to a similarly sized array of receiving antennas. Microwaves are directed toward an object, such as a human being, to be measured and the unabsorbed energy of the microwaves transmitted is measured and converted to a signal representative of the size and shape of the object being measured. A computer processor generates vital body measurements and stores such measurements for future use.

OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH A NEURAL FREQUENCY DETECTION SYSTEM

The present invention relates generally to an ophthalmic device capable of monitoring neural frequencies and correlating the measured frequencies them to specific brain activity/functions. In some embodiments, profiles specific to the user of the ophthalmic device can be pre-programmed to tailor a brain activity/function profiles according to a user. Based on the determined brain activity/function from the correlation, a signal may be generated to provide feedback to the user. The signal may be transmitted to the user in one or more form. For example, the signal may be outputted to a wireless device in wireless communication with the ophthalmic device, and/or through an audible signal projected by an acoustic element, and/or a visual signal projected using a photon emitter, both which may be included in the ophthalmic device.

A Medical Imaging System and Method

A medical imaging system including a microwave antenna array having a transmitting antenna and a plurality of receiving antennae, wherein the transmitting antenna is configured to transmit microwave signals so as to illuminate a body part of a patient and the receiving antennae are configured to receive the microwave signals following scattering within the body part; a processor configured to process the scattered microwave signals and generate an output indicative of the internal structure of the body part to identify a region of interest within the body part; and a biopsy device comprising a biopsy needle movable relative to the microwave antenna array; wherein the receiving antennae are further configured to receive microwave signals scattered or emitted by the biopsy needle and the processor is further configured to monitor a position of the biopsy needle and to guide the biopsy needle to the identified region of interest within the body part.

ULTRA WIDEBAND MONITORING SYSTEMS AND ANTENNAS

Apparatus for monitoring vital signs of one or more living subjects comprises a monitoring station and at least one sensor in communication with the monitoring station. The sensor comprises an antenna system, an ultra wideband radar system coupled to the antenna system, a signal processor and a communication system. The signal processor is connected to receive a signal from the ultra wideband radar system and configured to extract from the signal information about one or more vital signs of a person or animal in a sensing volume corresponding to the antenna system. The communication system is configured to transmit the information to the monitoring station.

MM-Wellen-Fahrer-Ermüdungs-Detektions-Vorrichtung und Arbeitsweise

MM-Wellen-Fahrer-Ermüdungs-Detektions-Vorrichtung 100, wobei MM-Wellen den Funkbetrieb in dem Frequenzbereich zwischen 30 und 300 GHz bezeichnen, ist platziert in Innenräumen von Verkehrsmittel, und beinhaltet: 1. eine High-Gain-Planar-Antenne für die Übertragung von MM-Wellen-Funksignalen 22, wobei die High-Gain-Planar-Antenne mindestens zwei Strahlungselemente hat; 2. eine High-Gain-Planar-Antenne für die Empfang von MM-Wellen-Funksignalen 21, wobei die High-Gain-Planar-Antenne mindestens zwei Strahlungselemente hat; 3. integrierte MM-Wellen-Radio-Schaltung 10, die in einer beliebigen Halbleitertechnologie realisiert ist und einen integrierten Voltage-Control-Oszillator, einen MM-Wellen-Leistungsverstärker, einen MM-Wellen-Down-Conversion-Mischer, eine digitale Steuerschnittstelle sowie eine Energieversorgung hat; 4. eine Analog-Digital-Wandlung-Einheit 30; 5. eine Digitale-Verarbeitungsfunktionalität 40 mit Steuerung-Funktionalität 41 und mit ausreichender Speicherkapazität für die Durchführung ...

On-body antenna for wireless communication with medical implant

Coupling electromagnetic radiation into a target

Monitoring the body using microwaves

METHOD FOR FABRICATING FRACTAL ANTENNA FOR BIO MEDICAL APPLICATION

... "METHOD FOR FABRICATING FRACTAL ANTENNA FOR BIO MEDICAL APPLICATION" Accordingly, embodiments herein disclose a method for fabricating a fractal antenna. The method includes obtaining a patch and placing a substrate on the patch. Further, the method includes determining a main triangular plane in the obtained substrate. Further, the method includes creating a center plane with a midpoint of vertices of the main triangular plane, wherein successive triangles are created considering midpoint of the vertices of the main triangular plane. Further, the method includes forming a ground plane of the fractal antenna. The proposed antenna acting at the multiband of frequencies with good return loss and good electrical properties can be used effectively for prior detection of tumor cells in the breast tissues Obtaining a patchS30 Placing a substrate on the patch Determining a main triangular plane in the obtained substrate Creating acenter plane with amidpoint of vertices of the S30 main triangular ...

System for recognition of biological alteration in human tissues

The present invention is directed to a system for recognition of biological alteration in human tissues using electromagnetic waves in the microwave range, the device comprising: a transmitter device (100) comprising at least one transmitting antenna (101), a transmitter (102), and a power supply (103); a receiving device (200) comprising at least one receiving antenna (201), a receiver (202), a pre-processing module (204), and a power supply (203); a microprocessor (301; 104) and a display (302; 105); wherein the transmitter device (100) and the receiving device (200) are configured to operate at a frequency comprised between 2.0 GHz and 3.0 GHz. In a preferred embodiment, the operating frequency is comprised between 2.3 GHz and 2.5 GHz, and the device is suitable for the detection of a cancer in the human body, for example for the screening of prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, breast cancer, thyroid cancer. The device according to the invention is capable of high sensitivity and accuracy ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING AND INFLUENCING GESTURE-BASED BEHAVIORS

Methods and systems are provided herein for analyzing, monitoring, and/or influencing a user's behavioral gesture in real-time. A gesture recognition method may be provided. The method may comprise: obtaining sensor data collected using at least one sensor located on a wearable device, wherein said wearable device is configured to be worn by a user; and analyzing the sensor data to determine a probability of the user performing a predefined gesture, wherein the probability is determined based in part on a magnitude of a motion vector in the sensor data, and without comparing the motion vector to one or more physical motion profiles.

Microwave monitoring

Hybrid medical imaging probe, apparatus and process

A hybrid medical imaging probe for application to a body part to image tissues within the body part, the medical imaging probe including: a first imaging probe component to generate non-microwave first signals for transmission into the body part and to sense corresponding signals scattered by the tissues within the body part to enable the generation of one or more corresponding images of the tissues using a non-microwave first imaging technology; and an electromagnetic imaging probe component to generate microwave signals in a microwave frequency band for transmission into the body part and to sense corresponding microwave signals scattered by the tissues within the body part to enable the estimation of corresponding values of permittivity of the tissues; wherein the first imaging probe component and the electromagnetic imaging probe component are co-located within the hybrid medical imaging probe and arranged so that the non-microwave and microwave signals are transmitted from the hybrid ...

A MEASURING SYSTEM FOR A PROBE

A measuring system for probe, especially one for measuring dielectric properties and used in devices for measuring properties of dielectric constant changes in human or animal tissues, characterized in that it comprises a microwave resonance circuit (3) made on dielectric substrate and shaped in the form of a three-stage resonator composed of three segments of striplines with different impedances of each of the segments and arranged with respect to each other is such a way that successive segments are perpendicular to each other, and further comprises rows of grommets (2) with metallized surfaces connecting front surfaces on both sides of the substrate and constituting the earth of the probe.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FOCUSING MICROWAVE AND THERMALLY IMAGING FOR BIOLOGICAL TISSUE

An exemplary embodiment of the present invention discloses a microwave signal processing method and apparatus which precisely focus a microwave onto a specific part of a biological tissue and rapidly images a temperature distribution in the biological tissue generated thereby. 1. A microwave processing method for focusing a microwave to collect and monitor thermal imaging information in a microwave apparatus , the method comprising:determining a microwave processing plan for focusing a microwave and thermally imaging with respect to a biological tissue subject using electromagnetic model information for permittivity and conductivity distribution for an anatomical image of the biological tissue subject;controlling a plurality of microwave transceivers to radiate a microwave signal having an amplitude and a phase value in accordance with the microwave processing plan through individual transceiving antennas to focus the microwave signal onto a specific part of the biological tissue subject;controlling some of the plurality of microwave transceivers and the remaining microwave transceivers to radiate the microwave signal and receive a scattering microwave at a predetermined period, in accordance with the microwave processing plan; andestimating a temperature change amount around the specific part of the biological tissue subject from the received scattering microwave to generate thermal imaging information for monitoring.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:updating the microwave processing plan based on the feedback thermal imaging information.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the controlling to radiate the microwave signal and receive the scattering microwave includes claim 1 , stopping the radiation at a predetermined period in accordance with the microwave processing plan and controlling the remaining microwave transceivers to receive a scattering microwave scattered by the biological tissue subject through a transceiving antenna while one or more of the ...

MEASUREMENT ELEMENTS FOR ORAL CARE DEVICES

The invention discloses a measurement element (100, 500, 600, 700) for an oral care device. The measurement element comprises at least one elongate ridge element (102) for engaging an interproximal region or adjacent teeth within an oral cavity, and at least a first sensing region (104) for acquiring data from gingival tissue within the oral cavity. The invention also discloses an oral care device (10), an attachment (1000) for an oral care device.

MEDICAL RADAR METHOD AND SYSTEM

Radar is used to measure internal body motion. Radar reflections from the body are measured using a range of frequencies that includes a higher frequency band and a lower frequency band. In the higher frequency band, e.g. above 24 GHz, the radar signal hardly penetrates the skin, whereas it penetrates deeper into the chest in the lower frequency band e.g. below 10 GHz. Chest surface motion is estimated by means of the measurements using the higher frequency band. Effects of the estimated chest surface movement are subtracted from the measurements from the lower frequency band. The resulting response after removal is used to fit a model of a heart. Fitting may be performed in a series of fitting steps, including fitting parameters X of a geometric model to the measurements; determining a least square solution of fit errors between the measurements and a Taylor expansion from the grid model obtained with the fitted parameters X as a function of adaptions of the grid model; and subsequently determining a further adaptation of the grid model that best fits the measurements. 1. A method of measuring internal body motion using radar , the method comprisingmeasuring radar reflections using a range of frequencies that includes a higher frequency band and a lower frequency band;estimating chest surface motion using the measurements using the higher frequency band;removing effects of the estimated chest surface movement from the measurements from the lower frequency band.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the higher radar frequency band is a 24 Ghz band claim 1 , 60 GHz band or 76 Ghz band and the lower radar frequency band is in a 2-10 Ghz band.3. A method according to claim 1 , wherein measuring the radar reflections comprises performing measurements in multiple discrete radar frequency bands.4. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the multiple radar frequency bands include a 2-10 Ghz band claim 1 , a 24 Ghz band claim 1 , a 60 GHz band and a 76 Ghz band.5. A ...

Device to couple electromagnetic imaging radiation from a source medium into an electromagnetic imaging target

There is provided a device arranged to couple electromagnetic-imaging radiation from a source medium into an electromagnetic-imaging target, the device comprising a first dielectric component having a thickness no greater than a wavelength of the electromagnetic-imaging radiation and wherein the first dielectric component supports a planar array of first conducting elements, wherein each first conducting element has a first dimension no greater than a first wavelength of the electromagnetic-imaging radiation. The first conducting elements may be arranged to resonate at the first wavelength of the electromagnetic imaging radiation.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING SLEEP STAGE

Methods and apparatus monitor health by detection of sleep stage. For example, a sleep stage monitor (100) may access sensor data signals related to bodily movement and/or respiration movements. At least a portion of the detected signals may be analyzed to calculate respiration variability. The respiration variability may include one or more of variability of respiration rate and variability of respiration amplitude. A processor may then determine a sleep stage based on one or more of respiration variability and bodily movement, such as with a combination of both. The determination of sleep stages may distinguish between deep sleep and other stages of sleep, or may differentiate between deep sleep, light sleep and REM sleep. The bodily movement and respiration movement signals may be derived from one or more sensors, such as non-invasive sensor (e.g., a non-contact radio-frequency motion sensor or a pressure sensitive mattress).

Electromagnetic imaging

There is provided a device arranged to couple electromagnetic-imaging radiation from a source medium into an electromagnetic-imaging target, the device comprising a first supporting component having a thickness no greater than a wavelength of the electromagnetic-imaging radiation. The first supporting component supports a planar array of first conducting elements, wherein each first conducting element has a first dimension no greater than a first wavelength of the electromagnetic-imaging radiation.

MICROWAVE THERMOMETER FOR INTERNAL BODY TEMPERATURE RETRIEVAL

Systems and methods are described for microwave-frequency, passive sensing of internal body temperature. Some implementations include one or more wearable sensors that wirelessly transmit temperature data continuously to a remote receiver. The sensor can include a probe designed to be placed on a skin site of an individual to receive near-field radiation at the skin site, and a radiometer to detect a total power of the received near-field radiation. The remote receiver includes a signal processing system that can convert the detected total power to an internal tissue temperature measurement by applying the detected power to a tissue stack model. The tissue stack model can characterize the skin site according to a set of weighting functions, each weighting function corresponding at least to electromagnetic characteristics of an associated tissue layer of the tissue stack model.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING WIRELESS BACKSCATTERED SIGNAL USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PROCESSING FOR ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIFE

In an example, the technique also detects and measures vital signs of each human target by continuous, non-intrusive method. In an example, the vital signs of interest include a heart rate and a respiratory rate, which can provide valuable information about the human's wellness. Additionally, the heart rate and respiratory rate can also be used to identify a particular person, if more than two target humans living in a home. Of course, there can be other variations, modifications, and alternatives. 1transferring, using a wireless transmitter, a wireless signal being selected from one or more of a frequency being less than about 10 G Hz, 24 G Hz, 60 G Hz, or 77 G Hz and greater;capturing a back scattered signal from the wireless signal;processing the back scattered signal to extract one or more of a direction, signal strength, distance, and other information over a time period;extracting, using a signal processing process, received vital signs of a human, the vital signs including a heart rate, or a respiration rate;creating a baseline for each of the received vital signs;extracting, using an AI process, a physical activity of the human being;creating a physical activity base line for the physical activity;determining a confidence level of each of the received vital signals and each of the physical activities;transferring an alert to another target upon a triggering even based upon the confidence level of each of the received vital signals and each of the physical activities; andcorrelating each received vital sign, using an artificial intelligence process, with one or more patterns or the base line for each of the received vital signs.. A method of detecting a status of a human being, the method comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 16/103,829 filed Aug. 14, 2018 and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 11,004,567 on May 11, 2021, which claims the benefit of U.S. provisional application 62/545,921 filed Aug. 15, 2017, which is incorporated ...

Intrinsic frequency analysis for left ventricle ejection fraction or stroke volume determination

ULTRA WIDEBAND MONITORING SYSTEMS AND ANTENNAS

Apparatus for monitoring vital signs of one or more living subjects comprises a monitoring station and at least one sensor in communication with the monitoring station. The sensor comprises an antenna system, an ultra wideband radar system coupled to the antenna system, a signal processor and a communication system. The signal processor is connected to receive a signal from the ultra wideband radar system and configured to extract from the signal information about one or more vital signs of a person or animal in a sensing volume corresponding to the antenna system. The communication system is configured to transmit the information to the monitoring station.

From the camera view display of the BMI, body and other objects measuring

MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM HAVING MICROWAVE EMISSION/RECEPTION

The invention relates to a medical imaging system having microwave emitting antennas and antennas for receiving the electromagnetic field, which are arranged around a space for receiving a human tissue medium to be observed, and comprising: an array (3) of emitting antennas and an array (4) of receiving antennas, wherein said two arrays (3, 4) are independent, and motors capable of angularly rotating and of translating the emitting array (3) and/or the receiving array (4) relative to the space under observation, in order to enable the scanning thereof.

A Measuring System for a Probe

A measuring system for probe, especially one for measuring dielectric properties and used in devices for measuring properties of dielectric constant changes in human or animal tissues, characterized in that it comprises a microwave resonance circuit () made on dielectric substrate and shaped in the form of a three-stage resonator composed of three segments of striplines with different impedances of each of the segments and arranged with respect to each other is such a way that successive segments are perpendicular to each other, and further comprises rows of grommets () with metallized surfaces connecting front surfaces on both sides of the substrate and constituting the earth of the probe. 13533333321154113. A measuring system for probe , especially one for measuring dielectric properties and used in devices for measuring properties of dielectric constant changes in human or animal tissues characterized in that it comprises a microwave resonance circuit () placed on dielectric substrate () and shaped in the form of a three-stage resonator composed of segment (A) , segment (B) , and segment (C) of striplines with impedances different in each of the segments , and arranged with respect to each other in such a way that segment (A) is perpendicular to segment (B) which in turn is perpendicular to segment (C) , and further comprises rows of grommets () with metallized surfaces connecting surfaces (A) and (B) located on both sides of dielectric substrate () and constituting the probe's earth , as well as input () of the microwave signal located on surface (A) opposite to surface (B) on which the resonance circuit () is located.2333. The measuring system for probe according to characterized in that striplines of segments (A) claim 1 , (B) claim 1 , and (C) of the probe measuring system have different values of their complex impedances selected so that the resonance frequency in the range from 2.5 GHz to 3.5 GHz is obtained.35. The measuring system for probe according to ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING SLEEP STAGE

Non-contact vital-sign monitoring system

Blood glucose tracking system

A blood glucose tracking system and method measures emitted microwave energy transmitted to and accepted by blood vessels in a desired target area of a patient in order to determine, in real time and in vivo, appropriate blood glucose levels. A measurement unit comprises a transmitter operatively connected to an antenna to deliver energy towards appropriate subcutaneous blood vessels. The measurement unit determines an accepted energy power value in the blood vessels associated with the desired target area. This measurement energy power value is compared with a calibration value, and the difference is used to determine a resultant blood glucose value. The determined blood glucose value may further be acclimatized using additional sensed values compensating for biological and ambient factors relevant to the patient. The final determined blood glucose value can be displayed for reading and/or transmitted and stored for recording for further reference.

High frequency device

An area and a size of a high frequency device are reduced. The high frequency device includes a first board (1) that has a first surface (1a) on which a circuit unit is formed and a second surface (1b) on which a ground conductor is formed, a second board (2) that has a third surface (2a) on which an antenna is formed and a fourth surface (2b) on which a second ground conductor is formed, and a conductor plate (3), in which the conductor plate (3) is sandwiched between the second surface (1b) and the fourth surface (2b).

Biological information measurement apparatus, method, and program

Provided is a technique for detecting a state of an occurrence of a body motion of a measurement target person affecting measurement by using an apparatus configured to measure biological information using a radio wave. A biological information measurement apparatus (1) according to an aspect of the present disclosure includes: a transmitter (3) configured to transmit a radio wave to a measurement site of a living body; a receiver (4) configured to receive a reflected wave of the radio wave by the measurement site and output a waveform signal of the reflected wave; a feature extractor (1051) configured to extract information indicating a feature of a waveform from the waveform signal; and a body motion detector (1052) configured to detect a state of an occurrence of a body motion of the living body affecting measurement of the biological information, based on the extracted information indicating the feature of the waveform.

INTRINSIC FREQUENCY ANALYSIS FOR LEFT VENTRICLE EJECTION FRACTION OR STROKE VOLUME DETERMINATION

Hardware and software methodology are described for non-invasively monitoring cardiac health. Hemodynamic waveforms variously acquired for a subject are analyzed to calculate or approximate intrinsic frequencies in two domains in two domains across the Dicrotic Notch. Together with associated notch timing, heart rate and blood pressure values left ventricle ejection fraction and/or stroke volume can be determination. 1. A system for acquiring and analyzing a hemodynamic waveform of a subject by Intrinsic Frequency (IF) analysis , the system comprising:a scanner adapted to capture a signal corresponding to a hemodynamic waveform; and{'sub': 1', '2', '1', '1', '2', '2, 'at least one computer processor connected to the scanner by a wired or wireless connection, wherein the computer processor is adapted to receive the signal for the hemodynamic waveform, determine a Dicrotic Notch using the signal, calculate first and second intrinsic frequencies (ω, ω) on each side of the Dicrotic Notch and at least one of other IF parameters including a, b, a, b, and c for the waveform, and output a signal corresponding to at least one of left ventricle ejection fraction (LVEF) and stroke volume (SV).'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein LVEF is calculated as a function of the IF parameters and p claim 1 , p claim 1 , p claim 1 , Tand HR.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein SV is calculated as a function of the IF parameters and p claim 1 , p claim 1 , p claim 1 , Tand HR.4. A computer readable medium having stored thereon instructions claim 1 , which when executed cause one or more processors to:determine a Dicrotic Notch using an input signal corresponding to a hemodynamic waveform;{'sub': 1', '2', '1', '1', '2', '2, 'calculate, by Intrinsic Frequency (IF) analysis, first and second intrinsic frequencies (ω, ω) on each side of the Dicrotic Notch and at least one of other IF parameters including a, b, a, b, c for the hemodynamic waveform; and'}output a signal corresponding to at least ...

INTRINSIC FREQUENCY ANALYSIS FOR LEFT VENTRICLE EJECTION FRACTION OR STROKE VOLUME DETERMINATION

Hardware and software methodology are described for non-invasively monitoring cardiac health. Hemodynamic waveforms variously acquired for a subject are analyzed to calculate or approximate intrinsic frequencies in two domains in two domains across the Dicrotic Notch. Together with associated notch timing, heart rate and blood pressure values left ventricle ejection fraction and/or stroke volume can be determination. 111-. (canceled)12. A system for acquiring and analyzing a hemodynamic waveform , the system comprising:a light source to illuminate an area on a patient's skin;an optical sensor to determine a skin motion waveform at the area of the patient's skin illuminated by the light source; anda processor programmed to determine first and second intrinsic frequencies (IF) based on the measured skin motion waveform and to output a signal corresponding to at least one of left ventricle ejection fraction (LVEF) and stroke volume (SV) based on the determined first and second intrinsic frequencies.13. The system of claim 12 , wherein the first and second intrinsic frequencies are determined using a pre-determined ejection fraction echo versus ejection fraction intrinsic frequency relationship.14. The system of claim 12 , wherein the LVEF is calculated as a function of p claim 12 , p claim 12 , p claim 12 , Tand heart rate claim 12 , wherein p claim 12 , p claim 12 , pare minimum claim 12 , maximum claim 12 , and mean systolic pressures claim 12 , respectively claim 12 , and Tis an ejection time of the left ventricle.15. The system of claim 12 , wherein SV is calculated as a function of p claim 12 , p claim 12 , p claim 12 , Tand heart rate claim 12 , wherein p claim 12 , p claim 12 , pare minimum claim 12 , maximum claim 12 , and mean systolic pressures claim 12 , respectively claim 12 , and Tis an ejection time of the left ventricle.16. The system of claim 12 , wherein the light source is a smartphone light.17. The system of claim 12 , wherein the optical sensor is a ...

Biomarker monitoring sensor and methods of use

Provided herein are systems, methods and apparatuses for a Biomarker sensor.

Microwave Tomography System

A novel medical imaging system that is based on radio-wave signals at microwave frequencies and has unique properties. The system can be used for various diagnostic applications such as breast cancer detection, brain stroke detection, and assessment of internal bleeding (trauma emergencies).

MM-WAVE RADAR DRIVER FATIGUE SENSOR APPARATUS

The present invention discloses a mm-wave radar sensor to be deployed in the vehicles for seat occupation detection applications. The key system relevant components are utilization of mm-wave integrated radar, specific planar high-gain antenna radiation pattern, and analyzing of the heartbeat and optionally also respiratory dynamics. The method of operation calculates probability of the seat occupation event regarding: detection of the passenger on the seat, detection of a baby or a child on the seat, detection of the presence of a baby or a child in the vehicle after the driver has left the vehicle, detection of the human or animal presence of intrusion in specific vehicle environment. In case that probability is above a predefined threshold, typically the interaction with vehicle control system is initiated using arbitrary automotive interfaces. Corresponding predefined actions are taken in that case. The predefined actions could be one or combination of the following: audio signal alerts to driver, inside cabin light condition change, engine operation condition change, opening of the windows or corresponding communication using arbitrary wireless means to outside vehicle environment. Optionally, the system is utilizing additional parameters like vehicle cabin temperature and/or timing information about engine stop and driver leaving the car. Preferably, the system is using 60 GHz or 77-79 GHz integrated radar front end working in Doppler operation mode, with 4×4 Tx and Rx planar radiation elements, with physical size typically in the range 4×2×1 cm, or smaller. 2100: System according to claim 1 , in which apparatus and Method of operation are incorporating:{'b': '40', 'Digital processing of the signal in which additionally includes extraction of the rate of change of the heartbeat rate from the previous arbitrary processed signal;'}{'b': '713', 'Evaluation if the rate of change of the heartbeat rate is within specified range .'}3100: System according to claim 1 , ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPTICALLY MEASURING MUSCLE SARCOMERE LENGTH

Methods and systems for measuring muscle sarcomere length are disclosed. In an embodiment, a method comprises illuminating a set of muscle fibers with electromagnetic radiation, measuring an intensity of the electromagnetic radiation as reflected from the muscle fibers, the measuring occurring as a function of wavelength, determining wavelengths corresponding to maximums of reflected intensity, and correlating the determined wavelengths with respective muscle sarcomere lengths. In an embodiment, a system comprises an illumination source system for illuminating the set of muscle fibers with electromagnetic radiation, and an analyzer for measuring the intensity of the electromagnetic radiation as reflected from the muscle fibers. 1. A method of measuring muscle sarcomere length , comprising:a. illuminating a set of muscle fibers with electromagnetic radiation;b. measuring an intensity of the electromagnetic radiation as reflected from the muscle fibers, the measuring occurring as a function of wavelength;c. determining one or more wavelengths corresponding to maximums of reflected intensity; andd. correlating the one or more determined wavelengths with an average muscle sarcomere length for the set of muscle fibers.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the illuminating includes illuminating with a supercontinuum source.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the supercontinuum source provides a wavelength range of 1250 to 2050 nm.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the illuminating includes illuminating in a collinear fashion.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the illuminating and measuring is performed by a resonant reflection spectroscopy system.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the resonant reflection spectroscopy system comprises a highly non-linear fiber.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining further comprises determining a single measured resonant wavelength falling in a wavelength band.8. A system that performs the method of claim 1 , the system comprising: ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING WIRELESS BACKSCATTERED SIGNAL USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PROCESSING FOR ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIFE

In an example, the technique also detects and measures vital signs of each human target by continuous, non-intrusive method. In an example, the vital signs of interest include a heart rate and a respiratory rate, which can provide valuable information about the human's wellness. Additionally, the heart rate and respiratory rate can also be used to identify a particular person, if more than two target humans living in a home. Of course, there can be other variations, modifications, and alternatives. 1. A system configured for contactless sleep monitoring of an individual that includes an artificial intelligence module , the system comprising: (i) a transmitter that transmits a wireless signal towards the individual; and', '(ii) a receiver that receives a reflected signal comprising at least a portion of the wireless signal that is reflected back from the individual;, '(a) a hardware unit that includes both of(b) at least one processor; and '(i) determine, using the artificial intelligence module, a parameter associated with a sleep of the individual based on the reflected signal.', '(c) at least one non-transitory computer readable medium that includes software comprising the artificial intelligence module, wherein the software is configured to cause the processor to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the software causes the at least one processor to determine the parameter associated with the sleep of the individual by using the artificial intelligence module to identify one or more patterns within the reflected signal.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the software causes the processor to determine the parameter associated with the sleep of the individual by using the artificial intelligence module to correlate the one or more patterns to one or more baseline values for the individual.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the one or more baseline values are each previously determined sleep parameters for the individual.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sleep ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING WIRELESS BACKSCATTERED SIGNAL USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PROCESSING FOR ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIFE

In an example, the technique also detects and measures vital signs of each human target by continuous, non-intrusive method. In an example, the vital signs of interest include a heart rate and a respiratory rate, which can provide valuable information about the human's wellness. Additionally, the heart rate and respiratory rate can also be used to identify a particular person, if more than two target humans living in a home. Of course, there can be other variations, modifications, and alternatives. 1. A method of detecting a status of a human being , the method comprising:transferring, using a wireless transmitter, a wireless signal being selected from one or more of a frequency being less than about 10 G Hz, 24 G Hz, 60 G Hz, or 77 G Hz and greater;capturing a back scattered signal from the wireless signal;processing the back scattered signal to extract one or more of a direction, signal strength, distance, and other information over a time period;extracting, using a signal processing process, received vital signs of a human, the vital signs including a heart rate, or a respiration rate;creating a baseline for each of the received vital signs;extracting, using an AI process, a physical activity of the human being;creating a physical activity base line for the physical activity;determining a confidence level of each of the received vital signals and each of the physical activities;transferring an alert to another target upon a triggering even based upon the confidence level of each of the received vital signals and each of the physical activities; andcorrelating each received vital sign, using an artificial intelligence process, with one or more patterns or the base line for each of the received vital signs.2. The method of further comprising initiating a process to transfer inquiry information to the human based upon the alert claim 1 , the process including a voice initiated process to ask the human about the alert.3. The method of further comprising:capturing a ...

Sensors for a portable device

A portable sensing system device and method for providing microwave or RF (radio-frequency) sensing functionality for a portable device, the device comprising: a portable device housing configured to be carried by a user; and a sensing unit within said housing con-figured to characterize an object located in proximity to the portable system, said sensing unit comprising: a wideband electromagnetic transducer array said array comprising a plurality of electromagnetic transducers; a transmitter unit for applying RF signals to said electromagnetic transducer array; and a receiver unit for receiving coupled RF signals from said electromagnetic transducers array.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTACTLESS ARTERIAL PRESSURE ESTIMATOR

Methods, apparatuses, devices and systems for measuring the arterial blood pressure in humans and mammals by estimating the time varying arterial diameter using electromagnetic fields in the microwave spectrum (for example), are disclosed. Embodiments may be suitable for wearable devices, and for use by medical practitioners. 122-. (canceled)23. A blood pressure calculation apparatus configured to calculate blood pressure of a patient based on sensing an artery pressure wave of the patient , comprising:radar means for generating at least one radio frequency;at least one antenna configured for positioning adjacent the skin of the patient, the at least one antenna is additionally configured to at least one of emit the at least one radio frequency into tissue of the patient and collect the reflected at least one radio frequency from the tissue;calibration means for associating one or more sensed pressure wave values with intentional induced changes in blood pressure of the patient; andcalculation means to calculate the difference between the Systolic and Diastolic blood pressures, configured to estimate systolic and diastolic blood pressure values difference based on reflection amplitude; andwherein said radar means is configured to transmit at a repetition rate sufficient to capture changes in the reflected at least one radio frequency throughout a heart pulse cycle.241. The apparatus of claim :wherein the calculation means receives sense signals from the radar unit corresponding to changes in artery pressure; andwherein the calculation unit applies an algorithm to the sense signals to determine artery pressure as a function of time.251. The apparatus of claim wherein said radar means for generating at least one radio frequency is designed to generate radio frequencies between about 2 GHz and about 11 GHz.261. The apparatus of claim further comprising an article designed to be worn , and wherein: said radar means; said calibration means; and said calculation means are ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING AND INFLUENCING GESTURE-BASED BEHAVIORS

Methods and systems are provided herein for analyzing, monitoring, and/or influencing a user's behavioral gesture in real-time. A gesture recognition method may be provided. The method may comprise: obtaining sensor data collected using at least one sensor located on a wearable device, wherein said wearable device is configured to be worn by a user; and analyzing the sensor data to determine a probability of the user performing a predefined gesture, wherein the probability is determined based in part on a magnitude of a motion vector in the sensor data, and without comparing the motion vector to one or more physical motion profiles. 1. A gesture recognition method comprising:obtaining sensor data collected using at least two different types of sensors located on a wearable device, wherein said wearable device is configured to be worn by a user, the at least two different types of sensors comprise an accelerometer and a gyroscope, and wherein the sensor data comprises an acceleration vector obtained from the accelerometer and an angular velocity vector obtained from the gyroscope; andanalyzing the sensor data by evaluating a magnitude of the acceleration vector and a magnitude of the angular velocity vector to determine a likelihood of the user performing a predefined gesture, wherein the likelihood is determined without comparing the acceleration vector and the angular velocity vector to one or more physical motion profiles.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the predefined gesture is selected from a group of different gestures associated with different activities including the user smoking or about to smoke a cigarette claim 1 , eating claim 1 , drinking claim 1 , or taking medication.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising: (1) calculating a pitch angle claim 1 , roll angle claim 1 , or yaw angle of the wearable device based on at least the acceleration vector or the angular velocity vector claim 1 , and (2) determining the likelihood of the user performing ...

Scanning device for living objects

A device for providing a non-contact, time-resolved three-dimensional scan of at least one structural element of a living object which uses microwaves, that comprises besides at least one antenna element, at least one transmitter and at least one receiver, at least one comparator for comparing emitted microwaves and microwaves which are reflected off and at least one analyzer for analyzing at least one property of the emitted microwaves and the received microwaves out of the group of time, frequency, phase, polarization and amplitude. Further the device comprises at least one control and/or processing unit designed for repetitively sampling two-dimensional images in which each pixel contains information about the precise distance and/or velocity of said structural elements towards the antenna elements. The invention allows a repeated spatial reconstruction of the structural element in a living object.

Medical imaging system having microwave emission/reception

The invention relates to a medical imaging system having microwave emitting antennas and antennas for receiving the electromagnetic field, which are arranged around a space for receiving a human tissue medium to be observed, and comprising: an array ( 3 ) of emitting antennas and an array ( 4 ) of receiving antennas, wherein said two arrays ( 3, 4 ) are independent, and motors capable of angularly rotating and of translating the emitting array ( 3 ) and/or the receiving array ( 4 ) relative to the space under observation, in order to enable the scanning thereof.

TISSUE IDENTIFICATION DEVICE AND METHOD

A tissue identification device for determining the presence and borders of the cancerous tissues includes a measurement probe having a concentric, 2 port coaxial structure and enabling the 1 Port and 2 Port scattering parameters of the target tissue to be measured. An S parameter measurement unit is associated with the measurement probe via an RF/Microwave cable and allows the S parameters of the tissue to be measured. A computer identifies the tissue by means of an application software block and a tissue identification software block therein in line with the measurement results from the S parameter measurement unit. A hand tool carrying the measurement probe thereon during the measurement process operates simultaneously with the computer by being in communication therewith. 1. A tissue identification device for identification of the presence/absence and borders of the cancerous tissues , characterized in comprising:a measurement probe having a concentric, 2 Port coaxial structure, which allows measuring 1 Port and 2 Port scattering parameters of the target tissue,an S parameter measurement unit, which is associated with said measurement probe by means of an RF/Microwave cable and allows measuring S parameters of the tissues, anda computer which identifies the tissue by way of an application software block and tissue identification software block that it comprises, in line with the measurement results from S parameter measurement unit.2101. The tissue identification device () according to Clam , characterized in comprising a hand tool , which carries said measurement probe thereon during the measurement process , operates simultaneously with the computer by being in communication therewith , and is suitable for being used with a single hand , either by right or left hand.3. The tissue identification device according to claim 2 , characterized in comprising a calibration and sterilization unit claim 2 , which comprises the required components for providing ...

MONITORING THE BODY USING MICROWAVES

An apparatus for determining characteristics of pulsatility of the brain () comprises: an ultra-wideband microwave transceiver () arranged to generate ultra-wideband microwave pulses (); a transmitting means () arranged to transmit the ultra-wideband microwave pulses; and a receiving means () arranged to receive a signal corresponding to detection of the pulses. A method of determining characteristics of pulsatility of a first part of the brain comprises: transmitting ultra-wideband microwave pulses into the first part of the brain; receiving a signal corresponding to detection of the pulses; and processing the signal. 1. A method of determining characteristics of pulsatility of a first part of the brain comprising:transmitting ultra-wideband microwave pulses into the first part of the brain;receiving a signal corresponding to detection of the pulses; andprocessing the signal.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the characteristic that is determined is the frequency and/or amplitude of pulsation of the first part of the brain.3. A method according to or claim 1 , comprising comparing the measured characteristics of the pulsatility of the first part of the brain to the expected characteristics of the pulsatility of the first part of the brain.4. A method according to or claim 1 , comprising determining the characteristics of the pulsatility of a second part of the brain and comparing it to the characteristics of the pulsatility of the first part of the brain.5. A method according to claim 4 , wherein the first part of the brain is a portion of one of the hemispheres of the brain claim 4 , and the second part of the brain is a portion in the opposed hemisphere of the brain.6. A method according to claim 4 , wherein the first part of the brain is the frontal (anterior) portion of the brain claim 4 , and the second part is the posterior portion of the brain.7. A method according to any preceding claim wherein the ultra-wideband microwave pulses have a broadband ...

Microstrip antenna structure and microwave imaging system using the same

A microstrip antenna structure is provided, which includes a substrate, a ring microstrip line and a signal transmission port. The substrate has opposite first and second surfaces. The ring microstrip line is disposed on the first surface of the substrate. The ring microstrip line has a short coupling gap ranged between 0.004λ g and 0.06λ g for forming a radiation bandwidth with high selectivity, where λ g represents a guided wavelength of an electromagnetic wave in the ring microstrip line corresponding to a center frequency of the radiation bandwidth. The signal transmission port is disposed on the second surface of the substrate. The signal transmission port penetrates through the substrate and is electrically connected to the ring microstrip line.

Microwave Tomography System

A novel medical imaging system that is based on radio-wave signals at microwave frequencies and has unique properties. The system can be used for various diagnostic applications such as breast cancer detection, brain stroke detection, and assessment of internal bleeding (trauma emergencies). 144-. (canceled)45. A system comprising:an imaging volume to receive a biological target;a plurality of antennas; anda metamaterial structure disposed between the plurality of antennas and the biological target, wherein the metamaterial structure is configured to affect an amount of energy that penetrates the biological target from the electromagnetic radiation transmitted towards the biological target at multiple frequencies, transmitting electromagnetic radiation towards the biological target received in the imaging volume through the metamaterial structure; and', 'capturing received electromagnetic radiation of the transmitted electromagnetic radiation that has interacted with the biological target for imaging at least a portion of the biological target based on the received electromagnetic radiation., 'the plurality of antennas46. The system of claim 45 , wherein the received electromagnetic radiation is captured at a plurality of different physical locations of antennas of the plurality of antennas.47. The system of claim 46 , wherein the plurality of antennas generates a tomogram based on the received electromagnetic radiation captured from the plurality of different paths.48. the system of claim 45 , wherein the metamaterial structure comprises one or more metamaterial elements.49. The system of claim 48 , wherein the metamaterial structure is configured to affect the amount of energy that penetrates the biological target by modifying a number of layers in the metamaterial structure claim 48 , a number of elements in the metamaterial structure claim 48 , or a combination thereof.50. The system of claim 45 , wherein the biological target comprises multiple layers of tissue ...

Noninvasive microwave radiometric sensing of a tympanic membrane

A microwave radiometric sensor probe module configured to fit within at least an external portion of an auditory or ear canal of a patient encloses a microwave integrated circuit and associated waveguide printed probe. The probe is configured to receive microwave radiation from a dielectric rod antenna of the module oriented into the auditory canal towards a tympanic membrane. Radiation from the tympanic membrane is coupled into the rod antenna, projected towards the printed probe, and received at the integrated circuit. A communications interface connects the integrated circuit to a temperature monitor and control unit for receiving the sensor output and for deriving at least a measure of patient brain temperature from the sensor output. The temperature monitor and control unit may be connected to a targeted temperature management system for controlling the temperature of a patient on the basis of the derived brain temperature.

SENSORS FOR A PORTABLE DEVICE

A portable sensing system device and method for providing microwave or RF (radio-frequency) sensing functionality for a portable device, the device comprising: a portable device housing configured to be carried by a user; and a sensing unit within said housing con-figured to characterize an object located in proximity to the portable system, said sensing unit comprising: a wideband electromagnetic transducer array said array comprising a plurality of electromagnetic transducers; a transmitter unit for applying RF signals to said electromagnetic transducer array; and a receiver unit for receiving coupled RF signals from said electromagnetic transducers array. 1. A portable device comprising:a portable device housing configured to be carried by a user; anda sensing unit within said housing configured to characterize an object, said sensing unit comprising:an antenna array sensor comprising a plurality of electromagnetic antennas and a capacitive sensor;a transmitter unit for applying RF (radio-frequency) signals to said plurality of electromagnetic antennas and to said capacitive sensor; anda receiver unit for receiving RF signals from said plurality of electromagnetic antennas and from said capacitive sensor; and ["activate one or both of said electromagnetic antennas and said capacitive sensor according to the user's one or more application categories selection;", 'convert the RF signals into a set of responses said responses are configured to characterize the object; and', 'convert the set of responses into data., 'at least one processor, wherein the at least one processor is configured to2. The portable device according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more application categories comprise contact and noncontact application categories.3. The portable device according to claim 2 ,wherein the antenna array sensor is configured to be activated upon said noncontact application category selection.4. The portable device according to claim 2 ,wherein the capacitive sensor ...

HYBRID MECHANICAL-ELECTROMAGNETIC IMAGING METHOD AND THE SYSTEM THEREOF

The invention, hybrid mechanical-electromagnetic imaging method and the system thereof, uses single or plural number of focused ultrasonic transducer(s) that send ultrasound waves to the tissue at different radiation force frequencies at different times, which in turn induces local vibrations at different frequencies and different amplitudes. Microwave signals are transmitted to the tissue for each radiation force frequency of ultrasound excitation. The scattered signals which contain a Doppler frequency component because of the motion inside the tissue are received by a microwave receiver. The Doppler frequency component properties (amplitude, frequency and phase) of the signals are processed for each radiation force frequency. The resultant data reveals the combined elasticity and electrical properties (permittivity and/or conductivity) of the tissue at the focal point. The focal point is scanned throughout the tissue volume and 3D images are generated. Tumors or malignancies can be identified in the images. 1. A high resolution , non-invasive , and hybrid mechanical-electromagnetic imaging method with the use of combined elastic and electrical properties of the tissue , without using ionizing radiation comprising the steps of;{'b': 10', '2', '1', '1, 'sub': n', 'n, 'a. Generating motion at a focused region () inside the object () using focused ultrasound waves by means of feeding a single focused ultrasound transducer () with amplitude modulated signals of modulation frequency of f, or feeding two focused transducers (), with slightly different frequency signals with frequency difference f,'}{'sub': 'm', 'b': '10', 'b. Sending microwave signals at center frequency f, to the focused region () which is vibrating.'}{'b': '2', 'c. Receiving the scattered microwave signal from the object (), and using microwave components filtering out the first Doppler component.'}d. Sampling the Doppler component and processing the received data.{'sub': 'n', 'b': 1', '10, 'e. ...

LUNG WATER CONTENT MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND CALIBRATION METHOD

A system and method for monitoring lung water content of a patient. The system may include at least two microwave sensors and a processor. The system may transmit one or more microwave signals into the thorax of a patient using one or more of the microwave sensors. The system may then receive one or more of the microwave signals using one or more of the microwave sensors. The one or more received microwave signals may each have at least one associated frequency component with a magnitude and a phase. The system may analyze the phase of one or more received microwave signals to monitor changes in the lung water content. The system may analyze the magnitude of one or more received microwave signals to determine whether the lung water content is increasing or decreasing. 1. A method of monitoring lung water content of a patient using at least two microwave sensors , the method comprising:transmitting one or more microwave signals into the thorax of a patient using one or more of the microwave sensors;receiving one or more of the microwave signals using one or more of the microwave sensors, the one or more received microwave signals each comprising at least one frequency component having a magnitude and a phase;analyzing the phase of one or more received microwave signals to monitor changes in the lung water content; andanalyzing the magnitude of one or more received microwave signals to determine whether the lung water content is increasing or decreasing.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining that the lung water content is increasing if the magnitude of one or more received microwave signals is decreasing; anddetermining that the lung water content is decreasing if the magnitude of one or more received microwave signals is increasing.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:analyzing the phase of a received microwave signal corresponding to a first pair of microwave sensors to determine whether the lung water content is changing; andanalyzing ...

Systems and methods for assessing a physiological property of a biological tissue based on its microwave transmission properties

According to one aspect of the invention, a method for assessing physiological properties of a biological tissue is provided. The method comprising the steps of transmitting from a first coaxial probe, receiving at a second coaxial probe and assessing physiological properties. The transmission from the first probe is a microwave signal. The second coaxial probe receives a microwave signal. The first coaxial probe and the second coaxial probe are arranged in connection with the biological tissue. The physiological properties of the biological tissue between the coaxial probes are assessed based on the microwave signal transmitted and received across the biological tissue. The invention further relates to a system and a coaxial probe useful in performing such a method.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING AND INFLUENCING GESTURE-BASED BEHAVIORS

Methods and systems are provided herein for analyzing, monitoring, and/or influencing a user's behavioral gesture in real-time. A gesture recognition method may be provided. The method may comprise: obtaining sensor data collected using at least one sensor located on a wearable device, wherein said wearable device is configured to be worn by a user; and analyzing the sensor data to determine a probability of the user performing a predefined gesture, wherein the probability is determined based in part on a magnitude of a motion vector in the sensor data, and without comparing the motion vector to one or more physical motion profiles. 1. (canceled)2. A gesture recognition method , comprising:obtaining sensor data collected using a plurality of sensors located on a wearable device, wherein the wearable device is configured to be worn by a user; andanalyzing the sensor data to determine a probability of the user performing a predefined gesture, wherein the probability is determined based in part on (i) a magnitude of one or more motion vectors in the sensor data and (ii) time of day and a geographical location of the user.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the sensor data comprises the time of day claim 2 , the geographical location claim 2 , and at least one of the following parameters: (1) an active hand which the user uses to perform the gesture claim 2 , (2) a pulse pattern of the user claim 2 , (3) one or more identifiers of the wearable device claim 2 , and (4) behavioral statistics of the user relating to the gesture.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising: updating the probability of the user performing the predefined gesture based in part on changes to the time of day and the geographical location of the user.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the probabilities are updated differently for different times of the day and at different geographical locations.6. The method of claim 4 , further comprising: determining if the probability of the user performing ...

SENSORS FOR A PORTABLE DEVICE

A portable sensing system device and method for providing microwave or RF (radio-frequency) sensing functionality for a portable device, the device comprising: a portable device housing configured to be carried by a user; and a sensing unit within said housing configured to characterize an object located in proximity to the portable system, said sensing unit comprising: a wideband electromagnetic transducer array said array comprising a plurality of electromagnetic transducers; a transmitter unit for applying RF signals to said electromagnetic transducer array; and a receiver unit for receiving coupled RF signals from said electromagnetic transducers array. 1. A portable sensing system comprising:a portable device housing configured to be carried by a user; and a wideband electromagnetic transducer array said array comprising a plurality of electromagnetic transducers;', 'a transmitter unit for applying RF (radio-frequency) signals to said electromagnetic transducer array; and', 'a receiver unit for receiving coupled RF signals from said electromagnetic transducers array., 'a sensing unit within said housing configured to characterize an object located in proximity to the portable system, said sensing unit comprising2. The portable sensing system according to claim 1 , wherein said plurality of electromagnetic transducers are antennas.3. The portable sensing system according to claim 2 , wherein said antennas are selected from a group consisting of: flat spiral antennas claim 2 , printed log periodic antennas claim 2 , sinuous antennas claim 2 , patch antennas claim 2 , multilayer antennas claim 2 , waveguide antennas claim 2 , dipole antennas claim 2 ,slot antennas claim 2 , Vivaldi broadband antennas.4. The portable sensing system according to claim 1 , wherein said wideband electromagnetic transducer array is a MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) antenna array.5. The portable sensing system according to claim 1 , wherein said plurality of electromagnetic ...

Contactless sensor-driven device, system, and method enabling ambient health monitoring and predictive assessment

An ambient monitoring device includes a housing, contactless sensors coupled to the housing, and a processing device disposed in the housing. The processing device is coupled to the contactless sensors. The processing device is to receive, from one or more contactless sensors of the plurality of contactless sensors, historical sensor data. The processing device is further to determine baseline vital signs based on the historical sensor data. The processing device is further to receive, from the one or more contactless sensors, current sensor data associated with a user that is within a threshold distance of the ambient monitoring device without contacting the ambient monitoring device. The processing device is further to determine, based on the current sensor data, current vital signs of the user. Responsive to determining the current vital signs do not meet the baseline vital signs, the processing device is to provide an alert.

CONTINUOUS BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITOR

A continuous blood glucose monitoring system and method measures emitted microwave energy transmitted to and accepted by blood vessels in a desired target area of a patient in order to determine, in real time and in vivo, appropriate blood glucose levels. A measurement unit comprises a transmitter operatively connected to an antenna to deliver energy towards appropriate subcutaneous blood vessels. The measurement unit determines an accepted energy power value in the blood vessels associated with the desired target area. This measurement energy power value is compared with a calibration value, and the difference is used to determine a resultant blood glucose value. The determined blood glucose value may further be acclimatized using additional sensed values compensating for biological and ambient factors relevant to the patient. The final determined blood glucose value can be displayed for reading and/or transmitted and stored for recording for further reference. 1. A method for non-invasive blood glucose measurement comprising:establishing a calibration value of microwave energy absorption by blood located within a blood vessel that is within a pre-defined target area of a user in connection with a known blood glucose value;transmitting microwave energy into blood within the blood vessel to the pre-defined target area;determining a transmitted output power of a transmitter transmitting the microwave energy for determining a measurement value;comparing the measurement value with the calibration value to generate a calculated power differential value; anddetermining a blood glucose value representative of the calculated power differential value.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising varying the transmission frequency of the microwave energy within a predetermined frequency range.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the blood vessel in the pre-defined target area is a subcutaneous blood vessel.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

SENSORS FOR A PORTABLE DEVICE

A portable sensing system device and method for providing microwave or RF (radio-frequency) sensing functionality for a portable device, the device comprising: a portable device housing configured to be carried by a user; and a sensing unit within said housing con-figured to characterize an object located in proximity to the portable system, said sensing unit comprising: a wideband electromagnetic transducer array said array comprising a plurality of electromagnetic transducers; a transmitter unit for applying RF signals to said electromagnetic transducer array; and a receiver unit for receiving coupled RF signals from said electromagnetic transducers array. 1. A method for quantitatively characterizing an object comprising:applying radio-frequency (RF) signals, using a transmitter unit, to a plurality of electromagnetic antennas and to a capacitive sensor;receiving RF signals from said plurality of electromagnetic antennas and from said capacitive sensor using a receiver unit by activating one or both of said electromagnetic antennas and said capacitive sensor according to a user's one or more application categories selection; andconverting the RF signals into a set of responses said responses are configured to quantitatively characterize the object.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising converting the set of responses into data.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more application categories comprise contact and noncontact application categories.4. The method according to claim 3 , further comprising:activating the antenna array sensor according to said noncontact application category selection.5. The method according to claim 3 , further comprising:activating the capacitive sensor according to said contact application category selection.6. The method according to claim 3 , further comprising:processing both said contact and noncontact application categories, using a processor.7. The method according to wherein said contact and noncontact ...

LIVING OBJECT DETECTION METHOD AND APPARATUS AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Embodiments of this disclosure provide a living object detection method and apparatus and electronic device. The apparatus includes a processor to calculate a distance matrix according to variance of Fourier transform amplitude values of radio signals received by a radio signal receiver within a determined period of time; and to calculate a distance between an object among objects and the radio signal receiver according to the distance matrix. According to this disclosure, a position of a living object among the objects may be detected based upon the distance in multiple scenarios. 1. An apparatus to detect an object among objects as a living object according to radio signals received by a radio signal receiver , the apparatus comprising: calculate a distance matrix according to variance of Fourier transform amplitude values of the radio signals received by the radio signal receiver within a determined period of time; and', 'calculate a distance between the object and the radio signal receiver according to the distance matrix;', has two or more elements, a value of each element denoting a probability indicative of existence of the living object in a distance range to which the element corresponds, and', 'the element having a first distance index and a second distance index, the distance range to which the element corresponds being a smaller distance range among distances greater than or equal to a distance to which the first distance index corresponds and a distance to which the second distance index corresponds, and being a larger distance range among distances less than or equal to the distance to which the first distance index corresponds and the distance to which the second distance index corresponds., 'wherein the distance matrix,'}], 'a processor to couple to a memory and to,'}2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the processor is to claim 1 , for an element claim 1 , among the elements claim 1 , in the distance matrix having the first distance index ...

MONITORING AND DIAGNOSTICS SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Embodiments of the present disclosure provide methods, apparatuses, devices and systems for measuring vital signs in human and animals by interrogating electromagnetic signals reflected from tissues in a human or animal subject. Probes may transmit radio frequency electromagnetic waves into a living body and generate signals responsively to the waves that are scattered from within the body. Such embodiments may be suitable for wearable devices as well as for use by medical practitioners. 1. An apparatus for measuring vital signs of a subject , comprising: be placed on or adjacent to skin of a subject, and', 'generate one or more first radio-frequency (RE) waves for transmission towards a tissue and receive reflected RF waves therefrom;, 'a probe configured to cause the probe to generate the first RF waves, and', 'generate at least one signal corresponding to one or more of the reflected RE waves received by the probe; and, 'at least one circuit configured to'}a processor having computer instructions operating thereon the one or more first RF waves include one or more first characteristics;', 'the one or more reflected RF waves include one or more second characteristics;', 'the at least one signal includes information corresponding to at least one of the one or more second characteristics; and', 'the computer instructions are configured to cause the processor to determine at least one vital sign of the subject based upon one or more of the second characteristics and/or the difference between one or more of the second characteristics and one or more of the first characteristics of one or more of the reflected RF waves., 'wherein2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the probe comprises a monostatic radar.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the probe comprises a bistatic radar.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the probe comprises a dielectrometer comprising a first conductor and a second conductor.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the one or more first RF ...

BLOOD GLUCOSE TRACKING SYSTEM

A blood glucose tracking system and method measures emitted microwave energy transmitted to and accepted by blood vessels in a desired target area of a patient in order to determine, in real time and in vivo, appropriate blood glucose levels. A measurement unit comprises a transmitter operatively connected to an antenna to deliver energy towards appropriate subcutaneous blood vessels. The measurement unit determines an accepted energy power value in the blood vessels associated with the desired target area. This measurement energy power value is compared with a calibration value, and the difference is used to determine a resultant blood glucose value. The determined blood glucose value may further be acclimatized using additional sensed values compensating for biological and ambient factors relevant to the patient. The final determined blood glucose value can be displayed for reading and/or transmitted and stored for recording for further reference. 112.-. (canceled)13. A method for continuous non-invasive blood glucose measurement in a patient , comprising:establishing a calibration value for of microwave energy absorption in by blood located within blood vessels that are within a pre-defined target area on the patient in connection with a known blood glucose value;transmitting microwave energy into blood within the blood vessels of the target area;measuring the amount of transmitted microwave energy absorbed by the blood vessels in the target area to determine a measurement value;comparing the measurement value with the calibration value to create a calculated power differential value; anddetermining a blood glucose value representative of the calculated power differential value.14. The method according to claim 13 , wherein the blood glucose value is determined by extrapolating a value from a measured power level absorbed by the blood within blood vessels in the target area.15. The method according to claim 13 , wherein an absorptive power value associated with a ...

LUNG WATER CONTENT MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND CALIBRATION METHOD

A system and method for monitoring lung water content of a patient. The system may include at least two microwave sensors and a processor. The system may transmit one or more microwave signals into the thorax of a patient using one or more of the microwave sensors. The system may then receive one or more of the microwave signals using one or more of the microwave sensors. The one or more received microwave signals may each have at least one associated frequency component with a magnitude and a phase. The system may analyze the phase of one or more received microwave signals to monitor changes in the lung water content. The system may analyze the magnitude of one or more received microwave signals to determine whether the lung water content is increasing or decreasing. 1. A method of monitoring lung water content of a patient using at least two microwave sensors , the method comprising:transmitting one or more microwave signals into the thorax of a patient using one or more of the microwave sensors;receiving one or more of the microwave signals using one or more of the microwave sensors, the one or more received microwave signals each comprising at least one frequency component having a magnitude and a phase;analyzing the phase of one or more received microwave signals to monitor changes in the lung water content; andanalyzing the magnitude of one or more received microwave signals to determine whether the lung water content is increasing or decreasing.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining that the lung water content is increasing if the magnitude of one or more received microwave signals is decreasing; anddetermining that the lung water content is decreasing if the magnitude of one or more received microwave signals is increasing.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:analyzing the phase of a received microwave signal corresponding to a first pair of microwave sensors to determine whether the lung water content is changing; andanalyzing ...

Handheld biometric sensor for mobile devices

A system and method comprises structure for receiving in a handheld device biometric or environmental data from the vicinity of the handheld device. The system may include a handheld mobile device such as a cellular telephone, or that device and a separate mechanical housing configured be held in a hand of a user and to clamp to or contain the handheld device. The system may include a specialized radar unit and be designed to analyze radar signals to provide a signal indicative of time varying arterial blood pressure. The mechanical housing may include a receiver designed to receive a biometric or environmental signal and to wirelessly transmit a corresponding signal to the handheld device when clamped to the handheld device.

Method and device for monitoring physiological signal characteristics of a living subject

A method for monitoring physiological signal characteristics of a living subject is disclosed. A salient idea is to electromagnetically couple the antennas of respectively a networking device and a monitoring device, the networking device transmitting a wireless signal, the monitoring device receiving first and second signals from the electromagnetic coupling. The first and second signals include a reflection of the transmitted signal on a living subject as well as a part of the transmitted signal resulting from the antenna coupling. A self-interference cancellation processing is applied to the received first and second signals for extracting the reflected signal from the first signal prior to amplifying and mixing with the received second signal to monitor physiological signal characteristics of the living subject.

QUANTIFICATION OF INHOMOGENEITIES IN OBJECTS BY ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS

A system and method, as well as sub assemblies thereof, for detection of dielectric irregularities/inhomogeneities inside an object under study (OUS) be means of electromagnetic energy are disclosed. The system comprises a loop/cylinder emitter configured to be located close to the OUS with its axis of symmetry directed towards the OUS. A feeding line feeds the emitter with an alternating current at an operating frequency to cause a magnetic field therein, which in turn will induce a propagating electromagnetic field in the OUS. In order to reduce propagating fields outside of the OUS, the circumference of the emitter is smaller than the free-space wavelength corresponding to the operating frequency, and the feeding line has a characteristic impedance that is smaller than 20 Ohm. 1. A system for detection of dielectric irregularities inside an object under study , OUS , by means of electromagnetic energy , the system comprisinga emitter having a metallic, non-closed loop with an axis of symmetry, said loop being configured to be located in the vicinity of the OUS in such a way that the axis of symmetry is directed towards the OUS;a feeding line for feeding the loop with an alternating current at an operating frequency to cause a magnetic field in the non-closed loop; anda probe for selectively receiving an outwards-directed electric field component proximate to the OUS outer surface;wherein said non-closed loop of the emitter has a circumference that is smaller than a free-space wavelength corresponding to the operating frequency; andsaid feeding line has a characteristic impedance that is smaller than 20 Ohm.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said non-closed loop is configured as a cylinder having a slit through its wall along its axis.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein said slit is filled with a dielectric material.4. The system of claim 3 , further comprising a metallic strip on the inner surface of said dielectric material claim 3 , said metallic strip having a ...

Living body detection method and living body detection system

A living body detection method and a living body detection system are provided. A radio-frequency signal reflected by an experiment living body is received, and raw sampling data of the RF signal are obtained. A feature extraction process is performed to generate initial training features of sampling datasets, wherein the initial training features respectively correspond to feature generation rules. A classification prediction model is established according to a posture of the experiment living body and the initial training features, and correlation feature weightings respectively corresponding to the initial training features are obtained. Preferred features corresponding to at least one of the feature generation rules are selected from the initial training features according to the correlation feature weightings. Another classification prediction model configured for determining a posture of a detection living body is established according to the posture of the experiment living body and the preferred features.

WEARABLE/MAN-PORTABLE ELECTROMAGNETIC TOMOGRAPHIC IMAGING

A system for wearable/man-portable electromagnetic tomographic imaging includes wearable headgear adapted to receive a human head within, a position determination system, electromagnetic transmitting/receiving hardware, and a computer system. The electromagnetic transmitting/receiving hardware collectively generates an electromagnetic field that passes into the headgear and receives the electromagnetic field after being scattered/interferenced by the human head within. The computer system performs electromagnetic tomographic imaging based on the received electromagnetic field. 1. A system for wearable/man-portable electromagnetic tomographic imaging , comprising:wearable headgear, adapted to receive a human head within walls that are made at least partly of a material that is non-transparent with respect to the generated electromagnetic field and that include a plurality of electromagnetic windows that are each independently opened or closed via a respective microgate;electromagnetic transmitting/receiving hardware collectively configured to generate an electromagnetic field that passes into the headgear through at least one open electromagnetic window and receives the electromagnetic field passing out of at least one open electromagnetic window after being scattered/interferenced by the human head within;a position determination system configured to determine position information pertaining to the wearable headgear with respect to an external frame of reference, wherein the external frame of reference includes a location of the transmitting/receiving hardware or the location of the transmitting/receiving hardware is established relative to the external frame of reference;a computer system configured to perform electromagnetic tomographic imaging based upon the generated and received electromagnetic field, upon position information from the position determination system, and upon spatial location information for each of the open electromagnetic windows;wherein the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MEASURING MILLIMETER WAVE OF COLD ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE PLASMA

A detection device for detecting and characterizing biological energy fields emitted by biological specimens is configured to collect and analyze an electromagnetic signal that includes millimeter-length waves generated by the interaction of atmospheric plasma with torsion waves of the biological energy field. The device performs spectral analysis on the millimeter waves to determine characteristics of the corresponding torsion waves that generated them. An array of several hundred non-thermal plasma plumes are placed directly in front of a circular horn. A switchable circular polarizer is used to select left hand circular, linear or right hand circular polarization. A low noise frequency converter allows a noise temperature of less than 1150 K. A frequency scan and averaging algorithm is developed to characterize noise temperature versus frequency, comparing signal and noise levels between plasma on and plasma off, and switching polarization sense. 1. A device for detecting and characterizing biofields , the device comprising:a microwave horn positioned to receive radio carrier wave signals generated at an interface between a biological specimen and a plasma array generating atmospheric pressure plasma, the microwave horn concentrating the radio carrier wave signals to produce a concentrated radio signal;a switchable polarizer in communication with the microwave horn and receiving the concentrated radio signal, the polarizer selectably applying one of a linear polarization, a left-hand circular polarization, and a right-hand circular polarization to the concentrated radio signal to produce a polarized millimeter wave signal; a millimeter-wave spectrum receiver module that the receives polarized signal as input and produces sliding intermediate frequency I/Q signals as output;', 'a quadrature coupler in communication with the millimeter wave spectrum receiver module, the coupler receiving the sliding intermediate frequency I/Q signals and combining the sliding ...

ANTENNA DESIGN FOR BIOMARKER MONITORING AND METHODS OF USE

Provided herein are systems, methods and apparatuses for an Antenna Design for Biomarker Monitoring. 1. A sensor composed of an antenna to non-invasively detect the concentration of biomarkers comprising:a first slotted arch and a second slotted arch disposed on a substrate, wherein the first slotted arch and the second slotted arch are not directly connected through slots;the first slotted arch corresponds to the shape of the deep palmar arch, and the second slotted arch corresponds to the shape of superficial palmar arch;the first slotted arch includes at least two slotted main branches that are connected by a λ-slotted branch, wherein a first slotted main branch includes a single slot branch and a Y-shaped branch and the second slotted main branch includes a W-shaped branch, all of which corresponds to the dorsal metacarpal veins or the palmar digital arteries;the second slotted arch includes at least four single slots that correspond to the palmar digital arteries; andthe antenna transmits electromagnetic waves into human tissues in areas in close proximity to the main palmar veins in order to better monitor and detect the variation of the concentration of the biomarker.2. The sensor of claim 1 , further comprising a spirally shaped feeding transmission line with three turns in a spiral configuration that are positioned on the bottom layer of the substrate such that the transmission line is separated from the sensing surface.3. The sensor of claim 2 , wherein the substrate is a flexible dielectric substrate.4. The sensor of claim 3 , wherein the antenna resonates when it is loaded with a human tissue to increase its sensitivity to the variation of the biomarkers.5. The sensor of claim 4 , wherein the antenna is operational at multiple frequencies within the microwave region ranging between about 500 MHz and about 3 GHz.6. The sensor of claim 5 , wherein the substrate includes a thickness between about 0.45 mm and about 0.54 mm; and a Dielectric εbetween about 2. ...

Monitoring and diagnostics systems and methods

Embodiments of the present disclosure provide methods, apparatuses, devices and systems for measuring vital signs in human and animals by interrogating electromagnetic signals reflected from tissues in a human or animal subject. Probes may transmit radio frequency electromagnetic waves into a living body and generate signals responsively to the waves that are scattered from within the body. Such embodiments may be suitable for wearable devices as well as for use by medical practitioners.

Metabolic and cardiopulmonary monitor

Estimated by the specific absorption rate in the nuclear magnetic resonance check of microwave thermometric

本发明涉及用于测量磁共振断层成像设备(1)内的检查对象(5)的温度空间分布以及SAR空间分布的方法和设备，其中，提供了用于借助于微波测量温度的微波温度传感器(T)。

Wearable/portable unit for electromagnetic tomography

FIELD: medical equipment. SUBSTANCE: group of inventions relates to medical equipment, specifically to electromagnetic tomography equipment. Method for electromagnetic tomography of parts of a living human body using a wearable scanner in housing comprises an installation of a wearable and portable scanner so that scanner fits part of living human body during movement of a person from one location to another, wherein wearable and portable scanner has a hollow structure, walls of which comprise a number of "windows" for electromagnetic radiation, determination of position information of wearable scanner relative to external coordinate system, creation of electromagnetic field, external in relation to wearable scanner, which extends into wearable housing of scanner and exits it through window for electromagnetic radiation, independent of opening or closing of windows for electromagnetic radiation for monitoring whether electromagnetic radiation passes through them, wherein step for independent opening or closing "windows" for electromagnetic radiation is carried out using a corresponding micro-gate, with which is equipped each "window", measurement of electromagnetic field after it is dissipated/changed as a result of influence of part of living human body, and creation of electromagnetic tomographic image based on created and measured electromagnetic field using information on installed position and inclusion of information on position of each of plurality of windows for electromagnetic radiation. Second version of method of electromagnetic tomography comprises installation on a living human a wearable scanner, walls of which comprise a plurality of "windows" for electromagnetic radiation, determination of position information of portable body scanner relative to outer frame, independent opening or closing of windows for electromagnetic radiation using a corresponding micro-gate, with which is equipped each "window", for ...

Portable/transportable electromagnetic tomography unit

FIELD: medical equipment. SUBSTANCE: system of portable/transportable installation for formation of electromagnetic tomographic image is developed, containing portable/transportable device, taking into account object boundaries, intended for housing a biological object, wherein the portable/transportable apparatus has a hollow structure, which walls comprise a plurality of windows for electromagnetic radiation, each of which is independently opened and closed by means of corresponding micro-gate, equipment for transmitting/receiving electromagnetic radiation, which is configured to jointly generate an electromagnetic field passing into the apparatus through an open window or windows for electromagnetic radiation, and receiving an electromagnetic field, coming out through open window or window after it was scattered/changed as a result of interference by biological object located inside, wherein the walls of the hollow structure define the boundaries of the image region and are made at least partially from a material opaque to the generated electromagnetic field, a position determining system configured to determine position information relating to a portable/transportable apparatus which takes into account object boundaries relative to an external reference system, wherein external reference system includes position of hardware equipment for transmission/reception of electromagnetic radiation, or position of equipment for transmitting/receiving electromagnetic radiation is set relative to external reference system, central processor, which implements generation of electromagnetic tomographic image based on created and received electromagnetic field, data from position determination system and information on spatial position for each of open windows for electromagnetic radiation, wherein the spatial position information for each of the electromagnetic radiation windows is determined relative to the apparatus, to an external reference system and/or hardware equipment ...

Apparatus and process for electromagnetic imaging

A computer-implemented process for electromagnetic imaging, the process including the steps of: accessing scattering data representing at least a two-dimensional array of measurements of electromagnetic wave scattering by internal features of an object, wherein each said measurement represents scattering of electromagnetic waves emitted by a corresponding antenna of an array of antennas disposed about the object as measured by a corresponding antenna of the array of antennas; and processing the scattering data to generate image data representing a spatial distribution of internal features of the object, wherein the generation of the image data does not involve tomographic reconstruction but is in accordance with a weighted mapping to directly map the measurements of electromagnetic wave scattering to a corresponding spatial distribution of electromagnetic wave scattering by the internal features of the object that corresponds to the physical shape of the object to enable the detection, localization, size estimation, shape estimation and classification of one or more features of interest of the object.

Interactive system with an occupant of a motor vehicle

Système interactif avec un occupant d’un véhicule automobile comportant: un dispositif de mesure comprenant au moins un capteur agencé pour acquérir au moins un paramètre lié à l’occupant dudit véhicule,une unité de traitement embarquée utilisant un modèle d’évaluation de l’état émotionnel de l’occupant, ladite unité de traitement étant agencée pour recevoir ledit paramètre et définir une donnée représentative de l’état émotionnel dudit occupant au moyen dudit modèle,la donnée représentative correspondant à un point dans un espace tridimensionnel de caractérisation de l’état émotionnel de l’occupant,au moins un actionneur configuré pour activer au moins un stimulus multi sensoriel pour interagir avec l’occupant, ledit stimulus permettant de modifier l’état émotionnel dudit occupant. Interactive system with an occupant of a motor vehicle comprising: a measuring device comprising at least one sensor arranged to acquire at least one parameter linked to the occupant of said vehicle, an on-board processing unit using an evaluation model of the emotional state of the occupant, said processing unit being arranged to receive said parameter and define data representative of the emotional state of said occupant by means of said model, the representative data corresponding to a point in a three-dimensional space characterizing the emotional state of the occupant, at least one actuator configured to activate at least one multi-sensory stimulus to interact with the occupant, said stimulus making it possible to modify the emotional state of said occupant.

Patent RU2016142182A3

ВУ” 2016142182” АЗ Дата публикации: 27.02.2020 Форма № 18 ИЗ,ПМ-2011 Федеральная служба по интеллектуальной собственности Федеральное государственное бюджетное учреждение ж 5 «Федеральный институт промышленной собственности» (ФИПС) ОТЧЕТ О ПОИСКЕ 1. . ИДЕНТИФИКАЦИЯ ЗАЯВКИ Регистрационный номер Дата подачи 2016142182/14(06757Т) 11.03.2014 Приоритет установлен по дате: [ ] подачи заявки [ ] поступления дополнительных материалов от к ранее поданной заявке № [Х] приоритета 11.03.2014 по первоначальной заявке № 2015144028 из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи первоначальной заявки № из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи ранее поданной заявки № [Х] подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) в государстве-участнике Парижской конвенции (31) Номер первой(ых) заявки(ок) (32) Дата подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) (33) Код страны 1. 61/801,965 15.03.2013 05 2. 13/894,395 14.05.2013 05 Название изобретения (полезной модели): [Х] - как заявлено; [ ] - уточненное (см. Примечания) НОСИМАЯ/ПЕРЕНОСНАЯ УСТАНОВКА ЭЛЕКТРОМАГНИТНОЙ ТОМОГРАФИИ Заявитель: ЭМТЕНЗОР ГМБХ, АТ 2. ЕДИНСТВО ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ [Х] соблюдено [ ] не соблюдено. Пояснения: см. Примечания 3. ФОРМУЛА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ: [Х] приняты во внимание все пункты (см. Примечания) [ ] приняты во внимание следующие пункты: [ ] принята во внимание измененная формула изобретения (см. Примечания) 4. КЛАССИФИКАЦИЯ ОБЪЕКТА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ (ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ) (Указываются индексы МПК и индикатор текущей версии) Аб1В 6/03 (2006.01) 5. ОБЛАСТЬ ПОИСКА 5.1 Проверенный минимум документации РСТ (указывается индексами МПК) Аб1В 6/03 5.2 Другая проверенная документация в той мере, в какой она включена в поисковые подборки: 5.3 Электронные базы данных, использованные при поиске (название базы, и если, возможно, поисковые термины): СТРО, СМГРА, РЕРАТ пе, ОУРТ, Е-Глбгагу, ЕАРАТТУ, Ебрасепе, Соозе, /]-Р]а(Рав, КРК, РАТЕМТСОРЕ, Ра еагсв, РиБМеча, КАЗРТО, КатЫег, 5СОРИУ, ПОЗРТО, Уопаезслепсе, Уапдех, БД "Российская медицина", БД ВИНИТИ, БЕН РАН, РГБ 6. ДОКУМЕНТЫ, ...

Imaging using reconfigurable antennas

Exemplary imaging systems, apparatus, and methods may include a plurality of reconfigurable antenna assemblies. The reconfigurable antenna assemblies may each include one or more antennas. The antennas may be configured in a plurality of states including a passive state in which the antenna may not perturb the electromagnetic field. The antennas may be positioned about a measurement domain such as, e.g., a conductive measurement chamber.

Metabolic and cardiopulmonary monitor

Systems and methods for monitoring and/or assessing metabolic and/or cardiopulmonary parameters of a subject are disclosed. Systems and methods for high speed monitoring of metabolic parameters of a subject in a substantially unrestricted setting are disclosed. Further disclosed are wearable systems and methods for substantially unobtrusive monitoring of a breath stream from a subject. Also disclosed are wearable systems and methods for real-time monitoring of the respiratory function and/or one or more disease states of a subject. Data systems to coordinate simultaneous monitoring of one or more metabolic and/or cardiopulmonary parameters of a plurality of subjects are also disclosed.

Monitoring dehydration using rf dielectric resonator oscillator

Technologies are generally described for monitoring dehydration levels of a subject using Radio Frequency (RF) dielectric resonant oscillators (DROs) that may be affixed to the skin of the subject. According to some example aspects, a sensor comprising a microstrip ring resonator may be affixed to the skin and used to determine the change in hydration of a person quantitatively and/or qualitatively. An RF emitter can be configured to emit a scanning signal to the sensor, where the scanning signal can be swept over a specified frequency range. The sensor is configured to resonate in response to the scanning signal, where characteristics of the sensor's resonance (e.g., the specific frequency and "Q "factor of the resonance) is impacted by dielectric losses of the sensor to the skin due to hydration level of the subject.

Coil device and accommodating bag for coil device

本实用新型涉及一种用于成像式的检查设备的线圈装置和用于线圈装置的容纳袋，所述检查设备用于确定物质、尤其是有机组织的结构，所述线圈装置具有：‑线圈体，所述线圈体具有由电导体组成的线圈和与线圈电耦连的线圈连接导线，所述线圈连接导线用于将线圈连接在检查设备上，和‑容纳袋，所述容纳袋具有容纳开口和连接在所述容纳开口上的用于容纳线圈体的容纳区域，容纳袋具有外部袋和布置在所述外部袋中的内部袋，外部袋和内部袋沿着连接区域流体密封地相互连接，在外部袋与内部袋之间提供低菌的洁净区域。本实用新型还涉及一种用于线圈装置的容纳袋。

Metabolic and cardiopulmonary monitor

Microwave detector, microwave detection method and intelligent equipment

本发明公开了一微波探测器和微波探测方法及智能设备，其中所述微波探测器适用于探测一探测空间内的物体的一动作特征，所述微波探测器包括一微波探测模块和一信号转换模块，其中所述微波探测模块基于多普勒效应原理产生一差异信号，所述信号转换模块被可通信地连接于所述微波探测模块，所述信号转换模块将所述差异信号转换为一波动信号，其中所述波动信号对应于所述探测空间内的物体的所述动作特征，通过处理所述波动信号，能够获取所述探测空间内的物体的所述动作特征。

System and method for determining sleep stage

Apparatus and process for electromagnetic imaging

A computer-implemented process for electromagnetic imaging, the process including the steps of: accessing scattering data representing at least a two-dimensional array of measurements of electromagnetic wave scattering by internal features of an object, wherein each said measurement represents scattering of electromagnetic waves emitted by a corresponding antenna of an array of antennas disposed about the object as measured by a corresponding antenna of the array of antennas; and processing the scattering data to generate image data representing a spatial distribution of internal features of the object, wherein the generation of the image data does not involve tomographic reconstruction but is in accordance with a weighted mapping to directly map the measurements of electromagnetic wave scattering to a corresponding spatial distribution of electromagnetic wave scattering by the internal features of the object that corresponds to the physical shape of the object to enable the detection, localization, size estimation, shape estimation and classification of one or more features of interest of the object.

Hybrid mechanical-electromagnetic imaging method and the system thereof

Living body detection method, detection device and electronic equipment

本申请实施例提供一种生命体检测方法、检测装置和电子设备，该装置包括：第一计算单元，其根据在预定时间段内无线信号接收器接收到的无线信号的傅里叶变换幅值的变化值，计算距离矩阵；以及第二计算单元，其根据所述距离矩阵，计算生命体与所述无线信号接收器的距离。根据本申请，在多种场景下都能够检测静止生命体的位置。

Needle localization reflectors, systems, and methods

Apparatus, systems, and methods are provided for localization of a needle within a patient's body using markers. In an exemplary embodiment, a probe includes a distal end for placement against a surface of the region and one or more antennas for transmitting electromagnetic signals into and receiving reflected signals from the region. A processor processes the modulated reflected signals at one or more of the surface locations to determine marker locations along the needle and generate a three-dimensional model of the body region and needle.

Apparatus and process for electromagnetic imaging

A computer-implemented process for electromagnetic imaging, the process including the steps of: accessing scattering data representing at least a two-dimensional array of measurements of electromagnetic wave scattering by internal features of an object, wherein the object is generally symmetrical with respect to a plane of symmetry through the object, and each said measurement represents scattering of electromagnetic waves emitted by a corresponding antenna of an array of antennas disposed about the object as measured by a corresponding antenna of the array of antennas; and processing the scattering data to generate image data representing a spatial distribution of at least one internal feature of the object, wherein the generation of the image data does not involve tomographic reconstruction but is in accordance with statistical metrics of similarity between pairs of corresponding regions within the object on either side of the plane of symmetry.

BMI, body and other object measurements from camera view display

Apparatus for determining height, width, weight or body mass index (BMI) of a subject or distance along an object. For BMI, the apparatus includes a digital camera; an application; a processing unit for storing the vertical and horizontal dimensions of known substantially rectangular reference objects. A user interface prompts and receives the type of reference object held by the user or its dimensions. For each of the vertical and horizontal dimensions, a magnitude in pixels and in distance of the reference object to form a ratio and a pixel magnitude of the vertical and horizontal dimensions of the subject in the image(s), is used to derive an estimated height and width of the subject from the pixel magnitude of the vertical and horizontal dimensions of the subject in the image(s). In some embodiments, the number of pixels occupied by the subject in the image(s) is used with a look-up table.

Metering device for blood glucose concentration based on microwave signals

Non-invasive measuring device for measuring blood glucose concentrations on a user's finger, based on microwave signals sensitive to differences in electrical permittivity caused by changes in blood glucose concentration, comprising a rectangular cross-sectional hollow prismatic resonant cavity, which is filled with a dielectric material, an antenna and a mold; a signal-generating means capable of generating microwave signals connected to the antenna through a signal-differentiating means; a signal-detecting means connected to the antenna through the signal-differentiating means; at least one means of control, connected to the signal-detecting means and to the signal-generating means, which controls signal generation and signal reception from the signal-detecting means.

On-body antenna for wireless communication with medical implant

A system is provided for wireless transmission of data and/or power using an on-body antenna apparatus (40) and an implant device inside the body. The system comprises the implant device and the on-body antenna apparatus (40) as well as an antenna control system. The implant device, is for use within the body and comprises an implant antenna (16) arranged to receive wirelessly transmitted power and/or to wirelessly transmit data. The on-body antenna apparatus (40) is arranged to transmit power and/or data acting as a radiative antenna, wherein the on-body antenna apparatus (40) comprises a pair of patch antennas (42) arranged to be placed on the surface of the body (44) spaced apart from one another to form an antenna circuit that is coupled by the body tissue around and between the patch antennas (42). The antenna control system is for providing power to the on-body antenna apparatus (40) and/or for handling communications between the on-body antenna apparatus (40) and the implant antenna (16), wherein the antenna control system is arranged to drive the on-body antenna apparatus (40).

Intrinsic frequency analysis for left ventricle ejection fraction or stroke volume determination.

Se describe metodología de hardware y software para monitorizar salud cardiaca de forma no invasiva. Se analizan formas de onda hemodinámicas adquiridas de diversas formas para un sujeto para calcular o aproximar frecuencias intrínsecas en dos dominios a través de la muesca dicrótica. Conjuntamente con valores asociados de temporización de muesca, ritmo cardiaco y presión sanguínea se puede determinar la fracción de eyección de ventrículo izquierdo y/o el volumen sistólico.

Sensor measurement for motor control

An example method includes, determining, based on data received from a plurality of sensors that are each attached to a respective finger of a plurality of fingers of a hand of a patient, data that represents movements of one or more fingers of the plurality of fingers; and determining, based on the data that represents the movements of the one or more fingers, one or more objective indications of motor control of the patient.

Systems and methods for managing motion detection of an electronic device, and associated electronic devices

Embodiments are provided for managing the operation of sensors in an electronic device. According to certain aspects, the electronic device may detect a change in motion from an initial set of sensor data generated by a sensor} s). A memory cache may store the initial set of sensor data or additional sensor data generated by the sensor(s). The electronic device may initiate a supplemental algorithm that analyzes the cached data. Based on the analysis of the cached data and whether the change in motion is confirmed or whether additional motion is detected, the electronic device may manage the operation of the supplemental algorithm.

Sensor and method

本公开涉及传感器以及方法。传感器具备：发送天线，其具有发送发送信号的N个发送天线元件；接收天线，其具有分别接收包括N个发送信号中的被生物体反射后的反射信号的N个接收信号的M个接收天线元件；电路；以及存储器，电路执行：根据各接收信号，从表示各发送天线元件与各接收天线元件之间的传播特性的N×M的第1矩阵中提取与预定频率范围对应的第2矩阵，使用第2矩阵来推定生物体所存在的位置，基于推定出的位置和发送及接收天线的位置来算出对生物体的RCS(Radar cross‑section)值，使用算出的RCS值、和表示RCS值与生物体的动作的对应关系的信息，推定生物体的动作。

Microwave respiration sensor for early diagnosis of lung cancer and preparation method thereof

基于半导体微加工工艺的肺癌早期诊断用微波呼吸传感器及其制备方法，本发明属于微波检测领域，它为了解决现有气敏传感器的灵敏度较低的问题。本发明微波呼吸传感器在基板上依次沉积AAO层和SiO 2 层，在SiO 2 层上采用MEMS工艺加工成电路相同的参考用传感器和检测用传感器，沿基板和AAO层厚度方向电镀有导热金属，基板的背面集成有微加热器，气敏材料位于输入微带线和输出微带线与开口谐振环进行电磁能量耦合的间隙处。本发明在室温条件下实现了对甲苯的高灵敏度检测，实现了1ppm级甲苯的检测，灵敏度高达7.44MHz/ppm，该微波呼吸传感器无需高温或者紫外线照射即可工作，具有优异的检测灵敏度和稳定性。

System for recognition of biological alteration in human tissues

The present invention is directed to a system for recognition of biological alteration in human tissues using electromagnetic waves in the microwave range, the device comprising: a transmitter device ( 100 ) comprising at least one transmitting antenna ( 101 ), a transmitter ( 102 ), and a power supply ( 103 ); a receiving device ( 200 ) comprising at least one receiving antenna ( 201 ), a receiver ( 202 ), a pre-processing module ( 204 ), and a power supply ( 203 ); a microprocessor ( 301; 104 ) and a display ( 302; 105 ); wherein the transmitter device ( 100 ) and the receiving device ( 200 ) are configured to operate at a frequency comprised between 2.0 GHz and 3.0 GHz. In a preferred embodiment, the operating frequency is comprised between 2.3 GHz and 2.5 GHz, and the device is suitable for the detection of a cancer in the human body, for example for the screening of prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, breast cancer, thyroid cancer. The device according to the invention is capable of high sensitivity and accuracy of results and can detect not only the presence, but also the position of a cancer.

System for identifying biological changes in human tissue

本发明针对的是使用在微波范围内的电磁波识别人体组织内生物学变化的系统，所述装置包括：包括至少一根发射天线(101)的发射器装置(200)、发射器(102)和电源(103)；包括至少一根接收天线(201)的接收装置(200)、接收器(202)、预处理模块(204)和电源(203)；微处理器(304；104)和显示器(302；105)；其中所述发射器装置(100)和所述接收装置(200)被配置为在2.0GHz至3.0GHz之间的一频率工作。在一优选实施例中，所述工作频率在2.3GHz至2.5GHz之间，并且所述装置适用于人体内癌症的检测，例如适用于筛查前列腺癌、大肠癌、乳腺癌、甲状腺癌。根据本发明的所述装置具有较高的灵敏度和结果准确度，并且不仅能够检测到肿瘤的发生，还能够检测肿瘤的位置。

Linear velocity imaging tomography

The invention describes a new Imaging modality based on Linear Velocity Imaging Tomography; its applications include differentiating between malignant and benign tissues, the ability to correlate an ECG trace with actual disorders of the heart and Imaging Brain communications.

Microminiature device for sensing glucose

혈액의 당량을 측정하는 초소형의 혈당 감지센서는 전파를 생성하는 전파 생성부, 전파 생성부로부터 생성된 전파가 전달되는 유전체 공진기, 및 유전체 공진기에 장착되며 유전체 공진기로부터 전달되는 전파를 혈액에 방출하는 프루브팁을 포함하며, 혈관 내에 삽입되는 센서부, 혈액과 상호 작용한 후 프루부팁과 유전체 공진기를 통하여 전달된 전파의 공진 주파수 및 반사율을 측정하는 분석부, 및 분석부에서 측정된 전파의 공진 주파수 및 반사율을 이용하여 혈액으로부터 측정된 당량의 정량적 변화에 대한 시각적인 데이터를 생성하는 제어부를 포함한다. The ultra-small blood sugar detection sensor for measuring the equivalent of blood has a radio wave generator that generates radio waves, a dielectric resonator to which radio waves generated from the radio wave generator are transmitted, and a dielectric resonator mounted on the dielectric resonator to emit radio waves transmitted from the dielectric resonator to the blood. It includes a probe tip, the sensor unit inserted into the blood vessel, the analyzer for measuring the resonant frequency and reflectance of the radio wave transmitted through the probe tip and the dielectric resonator after interacting with the blood, and the resonant frequency of the radio wave measured by the analyzer And a control unit for generating visual data on the quantitative change of the equivalent weight measured from blood using the reflectance. 유전체 공진기, 프루브팁 Dielectric Resonator, Probe Tip

microwave emitting / receiving medical imaging system

abstract the invention relates to a medical imaging system having microwave emitting antennas and antennas for receiving the electromagnetic field, which are arranged around a space for receiving a human tissue medium to be observed, and comprising: an array (3) of emitting antennas and an array (4) of receiving antennas, wherein said two arrays (3, 4) are independent, and motors capable of angularly rotating and of translating the emitting array (3) and/or the receiving array (4) relative to the space under observation, in order to enable the scanning thereof. tradução do resumo resumo patente de invenção: sistema de formação de imagem médica de emissão / recebimento micro-ondas. um sistema de formação de imagem médica com antenas de emissão micro-ondas e antenas de recebimento do campo eletromagnético dispostas em torno de um volume destinado a receber um meio de tecido humano a observar comporta: - uma rede (3) de antenas de emissão e uma rede (4) de antenas de recebimento, essas duas redes (3,4) sendo independentes; e - motorizações aptas a deslocarem a rede (3) de emissão e/ou a rede (4) de recebimento em rotação angular e em translação em relação ao volume sob observação, a fim de permitir uma varredura deste. abstract the invention relates to a medical imaging system having microwave emitting antennas and antennas for receiving the electromagnetic field, which are arranged around a space for receiving a human tissue medium to be observed, and comprising: an array (3) of emitting antennas and an array (4) of receiving antennas, wherein said two arrays (3, 4) are independent, and motors capable of angularly rotating and translating the emitting array (3) and / or the receiving array (4) relative to the space under observation , in order to enable the scanning thereof. Abstract of the Summary Patent Summary: Microwave Emission / Receive Medical Imaging System. a medical imaging system with microwave emission antennas and electromagnetic field receiving antennas ...

Uwb antenna and detection apparatus for transportation means

A UWB antenna for transportation means comprises a metallic screen, a dielectric substrate and a rectangular printed metallic patch. The dielectric substrate is disposed on the printed metallic patch. The printed metallic patch is disposed on the dielectric substrate, and has a horizontal trench gap and two vertical trench gaps. The horizontal trench gap is parallel to the long side of the rectangular printed metallic patch, and the vertical trench gaps respectively extend upward from each end of the horizontal trench gap to form two resonance contours.

System for recognition of biological alteration in human tissues

Intrinsic frequency analysis for left ventricle ejection fraction or stroke volume determination.

Se describe metodología de hardware y software para monitorizar salud cardiaca de forma no invasiva. Se analizan formas de onda hemodinámicas adquiridas de diversas formas para un sujeto para calcular o aproximar frecuencias intrínsecas en dos dominios a través de la muesca dicrótica. Conjuntamente con valores asociados de temporización de muesca, ritmo cardiaco y presión sanguínea se puede determinar la fracción de eyección de ventrículo izquierdo y/o el volumen sistólico.

System and method for determining sleep stage

Disclosed is a method for classifying sleep stages of a subject. A processor selects one of a plurality of signals to process relating to bodily movement or respiration movements of the subject. A wavelet transform is performed on the selected signal from which a mask is generated. Features are then extracted from the transformed signal in accordance with the mask and a sleep stage is classified based on the extracted features.

Monitoring dehydration using RF dielectric resonator oscillator

一般地描述了使用可以固定到对象皮肤的射频(RF)电介质谐振振荡器(DRO)来监视对象脱水级别的技术。根据一些示例方案，传感器包括微带环谐振器，所述微带环谐振器可以固定到皮肤并且用于定量地和/或定性地确定人体含水的变化。RF发射器可以被配置为向传感器发射扫描信号，其中扫描信号可以扫过指定的频率范围。传感器被配置为响应于扫描信号而谐振，其中由于对象的含水级别，传感器到皮肤的介电损耗影响传感器谐振的特性(例如，谐振的特征频率和“Q”因子)。

Method and apparatus for interference correction in respiratory navigation and storage medium

本发明涉及呼吸导航中的干扰校正方法，包括：在进行磁共振扫描时，将由射频信号生成器生成的呼吸信号发射向人体；采集在本地线圈中接收到的经过人体的呼吸信号作为测量呼吸信号，其中，测量呼吸信号由真实呼吸信号和干扰信号组成；根据真实呼吸信号的呼吸信号线圈灵敏度和干扰信号的干扰信号线圈灵敏度来确定真实呼吸信号、干扰信号与测量呼吸信号所满足的信号关系式；计算信号关系式以得出真实呼吸信号，其中，本地线圈具有多个通道，呼吸信号线圈灵敏度为真实呼吸信号在多个通道中的分布比例，并且干扰信号线圈灵敏度为干扰信号在多个通道中的分布比例。由此，校正了呼吸导航中的干扰，提高了磁共振成像质量。

Living body detection method and living body detection system

本發明提出一種活體偵測方法與活體偵測系統。接收測試活體所反射的射頻信號，並產生射頻信號的多筆原始取樣資料。依據原始取樣資料進行特徵擷取處理而產生多個樣本資料組的多筆初始訓練特徵，其中初始訓練特徵分別對應至多個特徵產生規則。依據測試活體的姿勢以及初始訓練特徵建立分類預測模型，並獲取初始訓練特徵各自對應的多筆相關權重因子。依據相關權重因子自初始訓練特徵挑選出對應至特徵產生規則至少其中之一的多個優選特徵。依據測試活體的姿勢與優選特徵建立另一分類預測模型。基於另一分類預測模型判斷偵測活體的姿勢。

System for detection of cancers in human tissues

Measuring elements for oral care devices

Blood glucose tracking system

A blood glucose tracking system and method measures emitted microwave energy transmitted to and accepted by blood vessels in a desired target area of a patient in order to determine, in real time and in vivo, appropriate blood glucose levels. A measurement unit comprises a transmitter operatively connected to an antenna to deliver energy towards appropriate subcutaneous blood vessels. The measurement unit determines an accepted energy power value in the blood vessels associated with the desired target area. This measurement energy power value is compared with a calibration value, and the difference is used to determine a resultant blood glucose value. The determined blood glucose value may further be acclimatized using additional sensed values compensating for biological and ambient factors relevant to the patient. The final determined blood glucose value can be displayed for reading and/or transmitted and stored for recording for further reference.

Ultra wideband monitoring systems and antennas

Apparatus for monitoring vital signs of one or more living subjects comprises a monitoring station and at least one sensor in communication with the monitoring station. The sensor comprises an antenna system, an ultra wideband radar system coupled to the antenna system, a signal processor and a communication system. The signal processor is connected to receive a signal from the ultra wideband radar system and configured to extract from the signal information about one or more vital signs of a person or animal in a sensing volume corresponding to the antenna system. The communication system is configured to transmit the information to the monitoring station.

MEDICAL SYSTEM FOR RECEIVING IMAGES USING RADIATION / RECEIVING OF MICROWAVES

Microwave thermometer for internal body temperature retrieval

Systems and methods are described for microwave-frequency, passive sensing of internal body temperature. Some implementations include one or more wearable sensors that wirelessly transmit temperature data continuously to a remote receiver. The sensor can include a probe designed to be placed on a skin site of an individual to receive near-field radiation at the skin site, and a radiometer to detect a total power of the received near-field radiation. The remote receiver includes a signal processing system that can convert the detected total power to an internal tissue temperature measurement by applying the detected power to a tissue stack model. The tissue stack model can characterize the skin site according to a set of weighting functions, each weighting function corresponding at least to electromagnetic characteristics of an associated tissue layer of the tissue stack model.