18571682. Method and Device for Determining the Vital Functions of a Vehicle Occupant simplified abstract (Robert Bosch GmbH)

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Method and Device for Determining the Vital Functions of a Vehicle Occupant

Organization Name

Robert Bosch GmbH

Inventor(s)

Tino Fuchs of Tuebingen (DE)

Hans-Joachim Bieg of Weil Im Schoenbuch (DE)

Robert Roelver of Calw-Stammheim (DE)

Method and Device for Determining the Vital Functions of a Vehicle Occupant - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18571682 titled 'Method and Device for Determining the Vital Functions of a Vehicle Occupant

Simplified Explanation:

This patent application describes a method for determining the vital functions of a vehicle occupant using a sensor device integrated into a vehicle seat, which acquires measurement signals to generate cardiogram signals for evaluation.

  • The method utilizes a magnetic field sensor device integrated into the vehicle seat.
  • Measurement signals from the sensor device are used to acquire magnetic cardiogram signals.
  • An evaluation unit analyzes the cardiogram signals to ascertain the vital functions of the vehicle occupant.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Integration of a sensor device in a vehicle seat for non-invasive measurement of vital functions.
  • Use of magnetic cardiogram signals for precise evaluation of the vehicle occupant's health status.

Potential Applications:

This technology can be applied in vehicles to monitor the health status of drivers and passengers in real-time.

Problems Solved:

  • Enables continuous monitoring of vital functions without disrupting the vehicle occupant.
  • Provides accurate measurements for early detection of health issues.

Benefits:

  • Enhances safety by alerting drivers to potential health concerns.
  • Enables prompt medical assistance in case of emergencies.

Commercial Applications:

The technology can be utilized in automotive industry for developing advanced safety systems and in healthcare for remote patient monitoring.

Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the magnetic field sensor device integrated in the vehicle seat work? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in different vehicle models?


Original Abstract Submitted

A method for determining the vital functions of a vehicle occupant enables precise measurements and is easy to use without negatively affecting the vehicle occupant. The method includes determining the vital functions of the vehicle occupant using a sensor device integrated in a vehicle seat of a motor vehicle, and acquiring measurement signals of the vehicle occupant from which cardiogram signals are acquired. The method further includes using an evaluation unit to ascertain the vital functions of the vehicle occupant from the cardiogram signals. The sensor device is a magnetic field sensor device, and the cardiogram signals are magnetic cardiogram signals.