18155465. ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE USING THE SAME simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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 18155465 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF ESTIMATING BODY TEMPERATURE USING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an electronic device that includes a heat flux sensor and a processor to estimate a user's body temperature based on the sensor's measurements.
- The device includes a heat flux sensor with two temperature sensors.
- The first temperature sensor measures a voltage representing the user's body temperature.
- The second temperature sensor, located at a different position, measures a voltage representing the ambient temperature.
- An amplifier amplifies the voltage difference between the two temperature sensors.
- A processor then uses the amplified voltage difference to estimate the user's body temperature.
Potential Applications
- Medical devices for monitoring body temperature in real-time.
- Wearable devices for tracking and managing body temperature during physical activities.
- Smart home systems for monitoring and controlling indoor temperature.
Problems Solved
- Accurately estimating a user's body temperature without direct contact or invasive methods.
- Providing a non-intrusive and convenient way to monitor body temperature.
- Enabling real-time monitoring of body temperature for medical or personal purposes.
Benefits
- Improved convenience and comfort for users, as the device does not require physical contact or invasive methods.
- Real-time monitoring allows for early detection of abnormal body temperature, enabling timely medical intervention if needed.
- The device can be integrated into various applications, such as medical devices, wearables, and smart home systems, providing versatility and flexibility.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device may include: a heat flux sensor including: a first temperature sensor configured to measure a first voltage representing a first temperature; a second temperature sensor spaced apart from the first temperature sensor and configured to measure a second voltage representing a second temperature; and an amplifier configured to amplify a voltage difference between the first voltage and the second voltage; and a processor configured to estimate a body temperature of a user based on the amplified voltage difference.
