PORTABLE HEALTH MONITORING ASSISTIVE DEVICE

Abstract

A portable health monitoring assistive device, comprises a rectangular frame 1 configured with a horizontal handle 2, handle 2 is accessed by a user to position the frame 1 on a ground surface, a microphone 3 for enabling the user to provide input voice commands for activating/deactivating the device, an inflatable member 4 for enabling the user to accommodate a fainted/sick individual on the member 4, a motorized flap 5 to get opened/closed for uplifting the individual’s legs, a speaker 6 to produce audio signals for guiding the user, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 7 or monitoring actions of the user.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a portable health monitoring assistive device that is capable of precisely and effectively monitoring health of the individual in an automated manner. Additionally the device is also capable of guiding the user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on the individual's chest portion in view of providing a flow of blood to the individual's lungs for preventing damage to the individual's brain.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Existing health monitoring systems comprise a trigger device and a base station connected to a telephone jack that automatically dials an emergency service when a person activates the trigger device. These devices are costly and require a fixed phone line. These devices do not call automatically on detection of a condition that requires attention.

[0003] Traditionally Blood Pressure Monitors are uses to measure blood pressure, providing valuable information for managing hypertension and cardiovascular health. They are available in both traditional cuff-style and wrist-worn variants, but incorrect usage, such as improper cuff placement or insufficient calibration, can lead to inaccurate readings, impacting the device's effectiveness, another traditional method is Glucose Monitors which use to measure blood glucose levels. They are available as traditional finger-prick meters or continuous glucose monitoring systems, additionally these devices provide valuable data, interpreting the results correctly requires knowledge and understanding, which may be challenging for some users.

[0004] US7565132B2 discloses about invention that includes about A health monitoring system containing a Bluetooth transceiver and one or more health signs sensors automatically detects conditions that require medical attention based on configurable rules, calls a phone number and sends an alert.

[0005] CN215383993U discloses about invention that includes about The utility model provides a health state monitoring system. Comprising a mask, a monitoring box and a monitoring management platform. The mask and the monitoring box are detachably connected; a temperature sensor, a positioning module, a communication module and a control unit are arranged in the monitoring box; the temperature sensor, the positioning module and the communication module are all connected with the control unit; the monitoring box is connected with the monitoring management platform through a communication module. According to the utility model, the mask is detachably connected with the monitoring box, so that the temperature information and the position information of a monitored person can be monitored through the temperature sensor and the positioning module in the monitoring box; and meanwhile, the temperature information and the position information of the monitored person are sent to the monitoring management platform through the communication module in the monitoring box, so that the health state and the activity range of the monitored person can be conveniently managed.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices exists that are capable of precisely and effectively monitoring health of the individual in an automated manner but lacks in detecting blood pressure of the individual, and accordingly uplifting the individual's legs for allowing a reverse flow of blood in the individual's body.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that is capable of guiding the user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on the individual's chest portion in view of providing a flow of blood to the individual's lungs for preventing damage to the individual's brain as well as detecting blood pressure of the individual, and accordingly uplifting the individual's legs for allowing a reverse flow of blood in the individual's body, in view of increasing the individual's blood pressure, in case blood pressure recedes a threshold value.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of precisely and effectively monitoring health of the individual in an automated manner.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of guiding the user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on the individual's chest portion in view of providing a flow of blood to the individual's lungs for preventing damage to the individual's brain.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of detecting blood pressure of the individual, and accordingly uplifting the individual's legs for allowing a reverse flow of blood in the individual's body, in view of increasing the individual's blood pressure, in case blood pressure recedes a threshold value.

[0012] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The present invention relates to a portable health monitoring assistive device that is capable of precisely and effectively monitoring health of the individual in an automated manner. Additionally the device is also capable of guiding the user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on the individual's chest portion in view of providing a flow of blood to the individual's lungs for preventing damage to the individual's brain, thereby regaining consciousness of the fainted individual.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a portable health monitoring assistive device comprising, a rectangular frame configured with a horizontal handle , wherein the handle is accessed by a user to position the frame on a ground surface, a microphone integrated in the frame for enabling the user to provide input voice commands for activating/deactivating the device, wherein an inflatable member is arranged in the frame that is to get inflated for enabling the user to accommodate a fainted/sick individual on the member , a blood pressure sensor embedded on the frame for detecting blood pressure of the individual, wherein in case the blood pressure recedes a threshold value, a motorized flap arranged on bottom portion of the frame to get opened/closed for uplifting the individual's legs for allowing a reverse flow of blood in the individual's body, in view of increasing the individual's blood pressure.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprises of a BCG (Ballistocardiogram) sensor embedded on the frame for detecting heart rate of the user, wherein in case the detected heart rate recedes a threshold value, a speaker installed on the frame to produce audio signals for guiding the user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on the individual's chest portion, in view of providing a flow of blood to the individual's lungs for preventing damage to the individual's brain, thereby assisting the user in handling the fainted individual in emergency situations, a wireless notification to a computing unit wirelessly linked the individual's heartrate and blood pressure for notifying a concerned authority to refer an ambulance and medical practitioner, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the frame and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images in vicinity of the frame for monitoring actions of the user, based on which the speaker , a battery is configured with the device for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with the device.

[0016] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of a portable health monitoring assistive device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0019] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises," and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having" and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0020] As used herein, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0021] The present invention relates to a portable health monitoring assistive device that is capable of guiding the user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on the individual's chest portion in view of providing a flow of blood to the individual's lungs for preventing damage to the individual's brain as well as precisely and effectively monitoring health of the individual in an automated manner.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of a portable health monitoring assistive device is illustrated, a rectangular frame 1 configured with a horizontal handle 2, handle 2 is accessed by a user to position the frame 1 on a ground surface, a microphone 3 integrated in the frame 1, an inflatable member 4 is arranged in the frame 1, a motorized flap 5 arranged on bottom portion of the frame 1, a speaker 6 installed on the frame 1 and an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 7 installed on the frame 1.

[0023] The proposed device includes a rectangular frame 1 configured with a horizontal handle 2. The frame 1 disclosed herein is made up of any material selected from but not limited to metallic material alike utilize to position over a fixed surface, herein handle 2 is accessed by a user to position the frame 1 on a ground surface.

[0024] Further, a microphone 3 integrated in the frame 1 for enabling the user to provide input voice commands for activating/deactivating the device. The microphone 3 receives sound waves generated by energy emitted from the voice command in the form of vibrations. After then, the sound waves are transmitted towards a diaphragm configured with a coil. Upon transmitting the waves within the diaphragm, the diaphragm strikes with the waves due to which the coil starts moving the diaphragm with a back-and-forth movement in presence of magnetic field generated from the coil. After that the electric signal is emitted from the coil due to back-and-forth movement of the diaphragm which is further transmitted to a microcontroller linked with the microphone 3 to process the signal to analyze the signal for detecting voice command given by the user regarding activating/deactivating the device. Upon processing the voice commands, the microcontroller activates proposed device. Further, the microcontroller primarily actuates an inflatable member 4 is arranged in the frame 1 to get inflated for enabling the user to accommodate a fainted/sick individual on the member 4.

[0025] The inflatable member 4 is arranged in the frame 1 to get inflated for enabling the user to accommodate a fainted/sick individual on the member 4. The inflatable member 4 is used herein is laminated of multiple thin polymeric films, when air is inserted in the inflatable member 4 by means of air compressor, the films are puffed and the member 4 becomes soft and that provides the comfort to the user. On actuation of the motor, the impeller rotates to suck the surrounding air and directs high speed compressed air within the inflatable member 4 to inflate the member 4 for enabling the user to accommodate a fainted/sick individual on the member 4.

[0026] Furthermore, a blood pressure sensor embedded on the frame 1 for detecting blood pressure of the individual. The blood pressure sensor works by measuring the pressure exerted by the blood against the walls of the arteries of the individual. This is typically done using a transducer that converts this pressure into an electrical signals that is to be read and interpreted by the sensor. Then the signals are transmitted towards the microcontroller for processing. the microcontroller further processes the signals and based on which detects blood pressure of the individual. And in case the blood pressure recedes a threshold value, the microcontroller actuates a motorized flap 5 arranged on bottom portion of the frame 1 to get opened/closed for uplifting the individual's legs for allowing a reverse flow of blood in the individual's body, in view of increasing the individual's blood pressure.

[0027] Afterwards, a BCG (Ballistocardiogram) sensor embedded on the frame 1 for detecting heart rate of the user. The BCG (Ballistocardiogram) sensor captures the ballistic forces of the heart caused by the sudden ejection of blood into the vessels with each heartbeat, breathing, and body movement. The ballistic forces is then converted into electrical signals by the sensor. Further the sensor transmitted signal towards microcontroller for processing. Upon receiving the signals, the microcontroller processes the received signals and based on which detecting heart rate of the user.

[0028] Consequently, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 7 installed on the frame 1 and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images in vicinity of the frame 1. The artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 7 is equipped with AI (Artificial Intelligent) protocols encrypted in the microcontroller are used to process and analyses the images captured by the camera enabling it to perform various tasks beyond traditional image capturing. The AI analysis is performed locally on the camera itself and the real-time processing on the camera enables immediate responses and faster decision-making.

[0029] The camera, herein captures images of the in vicinity of the frame 1 with the help of specialized lenses designed to capture high-quality visuals. The captured data is now pre-processed via the processor to enhance its quality and prepare it for AI analysis. This pre-processing involves tasks such as noise reduction, image stabilization, or color correction. The processed data is fed into AI protocols for analysis which utilizes machine learning techniques, such as deep learning neural networks, to extract meaningful information present in the images. Based on extraction of the data from the captured images, the microcontroller monitoring actions of the user. Based on which the microcontroller regulates actuation of the speaker 6.

[0030] The speaker 6 installed on the frame 1 to produce audio signals for guiding the user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on the individual's chest portion. The speaker 6 used herein is works by receiving signals from the microcontroller, converting them into sound waves through a diaphragm's vibration, and producing audible sounds with the help of amplification and control circuitry in order to guiding the user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on the individual's chest portion, in view of providing a flow of blood to the individual's lungs for preventing damage to the individual's brain, thereby assisting the user in handling the fainted individual in emergency situations.

[0031] Moreover, microcontroller generates a wireless notification to a computing unit wirelessly linked with the microcontroller regarding the individual's heartrate and blood pressure for notifying a concerned authority to refer an ambulance and medical practitioner, herein the microcontroller is wirelessly linked with the computing unit via a communication module which includes but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module. GSM (Global System for Mobile communication). The communication module acts as a medium between microcontroller and the computing unit to process the input commands of the user in order to a concerned authority to refer an ambulance and medical practitioner.

[0032] Lastly, a battery (not shown in figure) is associated with the device to offer power to all electrical and electronic components necessary for their correct operation. The battery is linked to the microcontroller and provides (DC) Direct Current to the microcontroller. And then, based on the order of operations, the microcontroller sends that current to those specific electrical or electronic components so they effectively carry out their appropriate functions.

[0033] The proposed device works best in the following manner, where the rectangular frame 1 as disclosed in the present invention is configured with the horizontal handle 2, herein the handle 2 is accessed by a user to position the frame 1 on a ground surface. Further, the enables the user to provide input voice commands for activating/deactivating the device. Afterwards, an inflatable member 4 enables the user to accommodate a fainted/sick individual on the member 4. Consequently, the blood pressure sensor detects blood pressure of the individual. And in case the blood pressure recedes a threshold value, the microcontroller actuates the motorized flap 5 arranged on bottom portion of the frame 1 to get opened/closed for uplifting the individual's legs for allowing a reverse flow of blood in the individual's body, in view of increasing the individual's blood pressure. Furthermore, the artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 7 captures and processes multiple images in vicinity of the frame 1 for monitoring actions of the user. Based on which the microcontroller regulates actuation of the speaker 6. Furthermore, the BCG (Ballistocardiogram) sensor detects heart rate of the user. And in case the detected heart rate recedes a threshold value, the microcontroller actuates the speaker 6 that guiding the user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on the individual's chest portion, in view of providing a flow of blood to the individual's lungs for preventing damage to the individual's brain, thereby assisting the user in handling the fainted individual in emergency situations for regaining consciousness of the individual. Moreover, the microcontroller generates the wireless notification to the computing unit wirelessly linked with the microcontroller regarding the individual's heartrate and blood pressure for notifying a concerned authority to refer an ambulance and medical practitioner.

[0034] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) A portable health monitoring assistive device, comprising:

i) a rectangular frame 1 configured with a horizontal handle 2, wherein said handle 2 is accessed by a user to position said frame 1 on a ground surface;
ii) a microphone 3 integrated in said frame 1 for enabling said user to provide input voice commands for activating/deactivating said device, wherein an inflatable member 4 is arranged in said frame 1 that is actuated by an inbuilt microcontroller to get inflated for enabling said user to accommodate a fainted/sick individual on said member 4;
iii) a blood pressure sensor embedded on said frame 1 for detecting blood pressure of said individual, wherein in case said blood pressure recedes a threshold value, said microcontroller actuates a motorized flap 5 arranged on bottom portion of said frame 1 to get opened/closed for uplifting said individual's legs for allowing a reverse flow of blood in said individual's body, in view of increasing said individual's blood pressure; and
iv) a BCG (Ballistocardiogram) sensor embedded on said frame 1 for detecting heart rate of said user, wherein in case said detected heart rate recedes a threshold value, said microcontroller actuates a speaker 6 installed on said frame 1 to produce audio signals for guiding said user to perform a pre-fed series of actions on said individual's chest portion, in view of providing a flow of blood to said individual's lungs for preventing damage to said individual's brain, thereby assisting said user in handling said fainted individual in emergency situations to regain consciousness of said individual.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said microcontroller generates a wireless notification to a computing unit wirelessly linked with said microcontroller regarding said individual's heartrate and blood pressure for notifying a concerned authority to refer an ambulance and medical practitioner.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 7 installed on said frame 1 and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images in vicinity of said frame 1 for monitoring actions of said user, based on which said microcontroller regulates actuation of said speaker 6.

4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is configured with said device for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with said device.

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