Compact, Customizable, Multifunctional, Wireless Health Monitoring Device
Reference Number: K 11-01
Inventors: Warren, Steve; Li, Kejia
Owner: Kansas State University Research Foundation
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Invention Summary
Countless people everyday are required to monitor their health, but are limited to
several individual product offerings hindered by size, price, reading quality and
functionality. With these problems in mind, researchers at Kansas State University
have developed a solution by way of a compact, customizable wireless health monitoring
device.
This device includes an advanced processing platform enabling more readings with
increased accuracy. Given its enhanced capabilities the device is no larger then
a pack of gum in size. The design functionality allows for multiple components tailored
specifically to the patient in which data is collected through direct patient contact,
wirelessly via sensors placed on the body, or motion sensors contained within the
device. The results can then be viewed on a LCD screen, cell phone, or computer.
Complementing the advanced data analysis feature, the device has multiple options
for simple data extraction that include: USB, HDMI or WiFi. The most efficient being
utilization of WiFi allowing instant data upload anywhere a public router is present.
This uploaded data can then be submitted directly into the patient files for physician
analysis and recommendation.
Advantages
- Inconspicuous design
- Greater portability
- Increased security
- Multiple monitors provide an all-in-one health device
- Simple data extraction
- Advanced processing platform
Applications
- Chronically ill patients that require frequent monitoring.
- Body area networks monitoring specific vitals.
- Everyday users that are interested in personal well-being.