17498931. APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE
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SANG KYU Kim of Yongin-si (KR)
APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17498931 titled 'APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an apparatus for estimating the core body temperature of an object. The apparatus includes various sensors and a processor to calculate the core body temperature based on the obtained data.
- The apparatus includes a heat flow sensor that measures the heat flux from the object.
- There is a first temperature sensor positioned under a thermal conducting material to measure the surface temperature of the object.
- A second temperature sensor is positioned above the thermal conducting material to measure the surface temperature of the material itself.
- The processor calibrates the first heat flux using the surface temperatures of the object and the thermal conducting material to obtain a second heat flux.
- The core body temperature of the object is estimated by the processor using the obtained second heat flux and the surface temperature of the object.
Potential Applications
- Medical field: This apparatus can be used in medical settings to estimate the core body temperature of patients without invasive methods.
- Sports and fitness: Athletes and fitness enthusiasts can use this technology to monitor their core body temperature during intense physical activities.
- Industrial settings: This apparatus can be utilized in industries where monitoring the core body temperature of workers is crucial for safety and well-being.
Problems Solved
- Non-invasive temperature estimation: The apparatus provides a non-invasive method to estimate the core body temperature of an object, eliminating the need for invasive procedures.
- Accurate estimation: By calibrating the heat flux measurements with surface temperatures, the apparatus aims to provide more accurate estimations of core body temperature.
Benefits
- Convenience: The non-invasive nature of this apparatus makes it more convenient for temperature estimation compared to traditional methods.
- Real-time monitoring: The ability to estimate core body temperature in real-time allows for prompt actions to be taken if any abnormalities are detected.
- Improved accuracy: By considering surface temperatures and calibrating heat flux measurements, this apparatus aims to provide more accurate estimations of core body temperature.
Original Abstract Submitted
An apparatus for estimating a core body temperature of an object is provided. The apparatus may include a heat flow sensor configured to measure a first heat flux from an object, a first temperature sensor positioned under a thermal conducting material and configured to measure a surface temperature of the object, a second temperature sensor positioned above the thermal conducting material and configured to measure a surface temperature of the thermal conducting material, and a processor configured to obtain a second heat flux by calibrating the first heat flux based on the surface temperature of the object and the surface temperature of the thermal conducting material, and configured to estimate a core body temperature of the object based on the obtained second heat flux and the surface temperature of the object.
