18281958. PULSE WAVE DETECTOR simplified abstract (Mitsubishi Electric Corporation)
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PULSE WAVE DETECTOR
Organization Name
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
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PULSE WAVE DETECTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18281958 titled 'PULSE WAVE DETECTOR
Simplified Explanation:
The pulse wave detection device described in the patent application detects pulse waves from images of a subject by analyzing time-series luminance signals. It includes a phase calculating unit and a phase correcting unit to adjust the data for accurate pulse wave detection.
- The device calculates the phase difference between multiple time-series luminance signals in a specific region of interest within the image.
- It corrects the phase of the time-series luminance signal based on the calculated phase difference.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Utilizes image data to detect pulse waves in subjects.
- Includes a phase calculating unit and a phase correcting unit for accurate analysis.
- Adjusts the data to improve the accuracy of pulse wave detection.
Potential Applications:
- Medical monitoring devices for measuring pulse waves.
- Health and fitness trackers for analyzing heart rate variability.
- Research tools for studying cardiovascular health.
Problems Solved:
- Inaccurate pulse wave detection from image data.
- Difficulty in analyzing time-series luminance signals.
- Lack of precise phase correction methods.
Benefits:
- Enhanced accuracy in pulse wave detection.
- Improved monitoring of cardiovascular health.
- Advanced analysis of heart rate variability.
Commercial Applications:
The technology can be applied in medical devices for monitoring pulse waves, health and fitness trackers for heart rate analysis, and research tools for cardiovascular studies. This innovation has the potential to improve the accuracy and efficiency of pulse wave detection in various applications.
Questions about Pulse Wave Detection Technology: 1. How does the phase calculating unit contribute to the accuracy of pulse wave detection? 2. What are the potential implications of this technology in the field of medical research and healthcare?
Original Abstract Submitted
A pulse wave detection device according to the present disclosure technology is a pulse wave detection device that detects a pulse wave from an image obtained by imaging a subject, and includes an inter-region data adjusting unit including a phase calculating unit and a phase correcting unit. The phase calculating unit calculates a phase difference between a plurality of time-series luminance signals of a region of interest of the image, and the phase correcting unit corrects a phase of the time-series luminance signal on the basis of the calculated phase difference.
