Technology Trace Inc. (20240274280). SYSTEMS, METHODS AND DEVICES FOR ASSET TRACKING simplified abstract

SYSTEMS, METHODS AND DEVICES FOR ASSET TRACKING

Organization Name

Technology Trace Inc.

Inventor(s)

Daniel Michael Fischer of Waterloo (CA)

SYSTEMS, METHODS AND DEVICES FOR ASSET TRACKING - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240274280 titled 'SYSTEMS, METHODS AND DEVICES FOR ASSET TRACKING

The patent application describes systems, methods, and devices for adaptive and exception-based asset tracking by geolocation, focusing on preserving battery life, ensuring patient privacy, and maintaining interoperability without interfering with the operation of tracked medical devices.

• Methods of detecting medical device operation through the detection of magnetic fields or vibrations are provided to prevent RF interference with medical device operation.
• Geolocation information received from an asset tracker device is anonymized and not stored to protect patient privacy.
• The asset tracker device can track elevation, movement, pressure, and temperature changes to the environment and adjust tracking behavior accordingly.
• A pairing system allows for physical and electronic pairing of an asset tracker device to multiple medical devices by mating the asset with a cradle specific to the medical device type.

1. 1. 1. Potential Applications:

- Healthcare asset tracking - Medical device monitoring - Patient safety and privacy in medical settings

1. 1. 1. Problems Solved:

- Preventing RF interference with medical devices - Ensuring patient privacy in asset tracking - Enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of asset tracking in healthcare settings

1. 1. 1. Benefits:

- Improved patient safety and privacy - Enhanced asset tracking capabilities - Increased interoperability of medical devices

1. 1. 1. Commercial Applications:

Title: Advanced Healthcare Asset Tracking System This technology can be used in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities to track medical equipment, ensure patient safety, and streamline asset management processes. The market implications include improved efficiency, reduced errors, and enhanced patient care.

1. 1. 1. Questions about the Technology:
         1. 1. How does this technology address the issue of RF interference with medical devices?

The technology uses methods like detecting magnetic fields or vibrations to prevent RF interference with medical device operation.

1. 1. 1. 1. 2. How does the asset tracker device ensure patient privacy in geolocation tracking?

The device anonymizes geolocation information and does not store it to protect patient privacy.

Original Abstract Submitted

provided are systems, methods and devices for adaptive and exception-based asset tracking by geolocation, while preserving battery life, ensuring patient privacy and maintaining interoperability by preventing interference with the operation of tracked medical devices. to prevent rf interference with medical device operation, provided are methods of detecting medical device operation through detection of magnetic fields or vibrations. for patient privacy, geolocation information received from an asset tracker device is anonymized and not stored. the asset tracker device described herein may be further configured to track elevation of an asset above the ground, movement of the asset, pressure and temperature changes to the environment and accordingly modify tracking behavior. also provided is a pairing system for physical and electronic pairing of an asset tracker device to multiple medical devices. the asset tracked is mated with a cradle that is specific to the medical device type and attached to the medical device.