18600430. Seamlessly Embedded Heart Rate Monitor simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)

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Seamlessly Embedded Heart Rate Monitor

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Gloria Lin of San Francisco CA (US)

Taido L. Nakajima of San Jose CA (US)

Pareet Rahul of Toronto (CA)

Andrew B. Hodge of Palo Alto CA (US)

Seamlessly Embedded Heart Rate Monitor - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18600430 titled 'Seamlessly Embedded Heart Rate Monitor

Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes an electronic device with integrated sensors to detect a user's cardiac electrical signals. The device includes a heart sensor with leads hidden within the device housing, which can transmit signals generated by the user's skin to identify or authenticate the user and provide data related to the user's mood.

  • The electronic device has integrated sensors for detecting a user's cardiac electrical signals.
  • The heart sensor includes leads hidden within the device housing to detect the user's cardiac signals.
  • Electrical signals generated by the user can be transmitted through the device housing to the leads.
  • The device can use the cardiac signals to identify or authenticate the user and provide data related to the user's mood.
  • In some embodiments, leads can be coupled to the exterior of the housing for improved functionality.

Potential Applications: 1. Biometric authentication for electronic devices. 2. Monitoring and analyzing user's mood based on cardiac signals. 3. Health and wellness applications for tracking cardiac activity.

Problems Solved: 1. Enhanced security through biometric authentication. 2. Improved user experience by providing personalized data based on mood. 3. Convenient monitoring of cardiac signals for health purposes.

Benefits: 1. Increased security with biometric identification. 2. Personalized user experience with mood-based data. 3. Health monitoring and tracking capabilities.

Commercial Applications: Title: "Biometric Authentication and Mood Monitoring Electronic Device" This technology can be utilized in smartphones, wearables, and other electronic devices for secure access control and personalized user experiences. The market implications include improved user engagement and data-driven insights for health and wellness industries.

Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the electronic device hide the heart sensor leads within the housing? 2. What are the potential privacy concerns related to using cardiac signals for user authentication?

Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing research in the field of biometric authentication and mood monitoring using cardiac signals may lead to advancements in user identification and personalized technology experiences. Stay updated on the latest developments in this area for potential future applications and improvements.


Original Abstract Submitted

Embodiments are directed to an electronic device having integrated sensors for detecting a user's cardiac electrical signals. The device can include a heart sensor having several leads for detecting a user's cardiac signals. The leads can be coupled to interior surfaces of the device housing to hide the sensor from view, and electrical signals generated by the user can be transmitted from the user's skin through the electronic device housing to the leads. In some embodiments, leads can be coupled to the exterior of the housing. The device can be finished so that the pads are integrated with the device to improve aesthetic qualities of the device. The electronic device can use the cardiac signals to identify or authenticate the user and perform operations based on the identity of the user. In some embodiments, the electronic device can provide data related to the user's mood based on the cardiac signals.