18085775. ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE USING THE SAME simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE USING THE SAME
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Bok Soon Kwon of Suwon-si (KR)
Hong Soon Rhee of Suwon-si (KR)
ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE USING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18085775 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE USING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an electronic device that includes a sensor with a flexible printed circuit board, multiple temperature sensors arranged on the circuit board, and a thermally conductive material between the temperature sensors. The device also includes at least one processor that estimates the body temperature of a user based on data obtained from the temperature sensors when the sensor's contact surface is in contact with the user. The circuit board is bent to position the temperature sensors at different distances from the contact surface.
- The device includes a flexible printed circuit board with multiple temperature sensors and a thermally conductive material.
- The temperature sensors are arranged at different distances from the contact surface of the sensor.
- The device estimates the body temperature of a user based on data obtained from the temperature sensors when in contact with the user.
Potential Applications:
- Medical devices: The device can be used in medical applications to measure body temperature accurately and non-invasively.
- Wearable technology: The flexible circuit board allows for integration into wearable devices, such as smartwatches or fitness trackers, to monitor body temperature.
- Home healthcare: The device can be used by individuals at home to monitor their body temperature and detect fever or other health conditions.
Problems Solved:
- Accurate temperature measurement: The device provides a reliable and accurate method for measuring body temperature without the need for invasive methods.
- Comfortable and convenient: The flexible circuit board and contact surface design make it comfortable for users to wear or use the device for extended periods.
Benefits:
- Non-invasive measurement: The device eliminates the need for invasive methods, such as oral or rectal thermometers, making it more comfortable and hygienic for users.
- Real-time monitoring: The device provides real-time temperature monitoring, allowing for early detection of fever or other health conditions.
- Versatile integration: The flexible circuit board allows for integration into various electronic devices, expanding its potential applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device may include: a sensor including a flexible printed circuit board, a plurality of temperature sensors arranged on the flexible printed circuit board, and a thermally conductive material disposed between the plurality of temperature sensors; and at least one processor configured to estimate a body temperature of a user based on data that is obtained by the plurality of temperature sensors when a contact surface of the sensor is contacted with the user, wherein the flexible printed circuit board is bent to have the plurality of temperature sensors arranged at different distances from the contact surface of the sensor.
