System and method for monitoring health of one or more users of a two-wheel vehicle

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a system (100) and method (700) for monitoring the health of a user of a two-wheeled vehicle (102). The system (100) includes a sensor (104) disposed on the vehicle (102) for generating a heart rate detection signal upon contact with each user. The control unit (106) is disposed in the vehicle (102) and is configured to: receive a heart rate detection signal from the at least one sensor (104), calculate a health parameter corresponding to each of the one or more users based on the heart rate detection signal, compare the calculated health parameter to a reference health parameter; and alerting one or more users prior to startup of the vehicle (102) when the calculated at least one health parameter deviates from the corresponding reference health parameter. The system (100) actively monitors the health of the user, thereby ensuring the safety of the rider and the rear seat (rider).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a method and system for monitoring the health of one or more users of a vehicle, and more particularly to a method and system for monitoring the health of one or more users of a two-wheeled vehicle. Background Art

[0002] As we all know, health monitoring systems for riders in two-wheeled vehicles are not prevalent. But it is very necessary because nearly 1.3 million people die in road traffic accidents every year. Another 20 to 50 million people are injured or disabled. Therefore, road safety for riders of two-wheeled vehicles is extremely important.

[0003] One of the main causes of accidents or crashes on the road is due to driver fatigue. Fatigue is generally defined as a gradual, cumulative process that is accompanied by “reduced efficiency and resistance to any form of effort”. Fatigue increases with the duration of the task or the riding time of a two-wheeled vehicle. It is estimated that nearly 20% of all accidents are due to fatigue, according to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). Road accidents involving two-wheelers account for the highest proportion of total accidents at 33.9% and 29.8% of total fatalities. Therefore, the development of rider assistance systems is extremely important to improve the rider experience in terms of comfort and safety.

[0004] In order to overcome the above problems, rider health monitoring systems for vehicles have been developed. These systems are adapted to monitor the condition or status of the vehicle driver. However, these systems typically do not warn the rider before the rider begins riding, which is critical in certain circumstances. Furthermore, these systems do not monitor the rider's heart rate, which is also critical in certain circumstances. Furthermore, these systems only monitor the rider's health, and therefore do not take into account monitoring the health of fellow riders or pillion riders, which is undesirable.

[0005] In view of the foregoing, there is a need for a system and method for monitoring the health of one or more users of a two-wheeled vehicle that addresses one or more of the limitations discussed above. Summary of the invention

[0006] In one aspect, a system for monitoring the health of one or more users of a two-wheeled vehicle is provided. The system includes at least one sensor, and the at least one sensor is disposed at one or more locations on the vehicle. Each of the at least one sensor is configured to generate a heart rate detection signal when in contact with each of the one or more users, wherein the heart rate detection signal indicates the heart rate of the corresponding one or more users. A control unit is disposed in the vehicle and communicatively coupled to each of the at least one sensor. The control unit is configured to: receive the heart rate detection signal from the at least one sensor, calculate a health parameter corresponding to each of the one or more users based on the heart rate detection signal, compare the calculated health parameter with a reference health parameter, and alert the one or more users before starting the vehicle when the calculated at least one health parameter deviates from the corresponding reference health parameter.

[0007] In one embodiment, the health parameters calculated by the control unit include at least one of the following: Spo2 level, heart rate variability, maximum heart rate, target heart rate, body mass index (BMI), tachycardia, bradycardia, mean heart beat interval, and root mean square of successive differences between normal heart beats (RMSSD).

[0008] In an embodiment, the control unit is communicatively coupled to a memory unit for storing data related to the reference health parameter and the calculated health parameter.

[0009] In an embodiment, the control unit is configured to alert the one or more users via at least one of a visual alarm, a tactile alarm and an audible alarm.

[0010] In one embodiment, the control unit is communicatively coupled to an instrument cluster of the vehicle. The instrument cluster is capable of alerting one or more users.

[0011] In one embodiment, the instrument cluster includes a display unit configured to: display health parameters corresponding to one or more users after calculation by the control unit; and visually alert one or more users when at least one calculated health parameter deviates from the corresponding reference health parameter.

[0012] In an embodiment, at least one sensor and a control unit are communicatively coupled to a battery module of the vehicle.

[0013] In one embodiment, the system is capable of being activated via one of: a switch mounted on the handlebars of the vehicle, a voice command from one or more users, and by contact of at least one sensor via a fingertip of one or more users.

[0014] In an embodiment, the control unit is adapted to disconnect an ignition system of the vehicle from the battery module for preventing starting of the vehicle by one or more users when the calculated at least one health parameter deviates from a corresponding reference health parameter.

[0015] In one embodiment, at least one sensor is disposed on the handlebars for monitoring a health parameter of a rider of the vehicle; or disposed on the seat for monitoring a health parameter of a pillion rider of the vehicle.

[0016] In an embodiment, each sensor of the at least one sensor is a fingerprint sensor.

[0017] In an embodiment, the control unit is configured to periodically monitor one or more health parameters of the user for a predetermined duration.

[0018] On the other hand, a method for monitoring the health of one or more users of a two-wheeled vehicle is provided. The method includes: receiving, by a control unit, a heart rate detection signal from at least one sensor, the at least one sensor being arranged at one or more positions on the vehicle, wherein each of the at least one sensor is configured to generate a heart rate detection signal when in contact with each of the one or more users, the heart rate detection signal indicating the heart rate of the corresponding one or more users. Then, the control unit calculates a health parameter corresponding to each of the one or more users based on the heart rate detection signal. Thereafter, the control unit compares the calculated health parameter with a reference health parameter. Subsequently, when at least one of the calculated health parameters deviates from the corresponding reference health parameter, the control unit alerts the one or more users before starting the vehicle. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Reference will be made to embodiments of the present invention, examples of which may be shown in the accompanying drawings. These drawings are intended to be illustrative, rather than restrictive. Although the present invention has been generally described in the context of these embodiments, it should be understood that the scope of the present invention is not intended to be limited to these specific embodiments.

[0020] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of a system for monitoring the health of one or more users of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 3 is a top view of a handlebar of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 4 is a top view of a seat of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of an instrument cluster of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 6 is a graphical representation of a waveform of a user's heart rate according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 7 is a flow chart of a method of monitoring the health of one or more users of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] Various features and embodiments of the invention herein will be discernible from the following further description thereof set forth below.In the following exemplary embodiments, the vehicle may be a two-wheeled vehicle.

[0028] The present invention relates to a system and method for monitoring the health of one or more users of a vehicle. In particular, the present invention relates to a method and system for monitoring the health of one or more users of a two-wheeled vehicle.

[0029] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a vehicle 102 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. As an example, the vehicle 102 is a scooter type vehicle or a motorcycle. The vehicle 102 has a powertrain component 122, which can be a prime mover suitable for generating the driving force required for the movement of the vehicle 102. In one embodiment, the powertrain component 122 is an internal combustion engine or an electric motor of the vehicle 102. In another embodiment, the powertrain component 122 is a combination of a prime mover and a transmission system (not shown), which is arranged behind the floor 124 and below the seat 120 and / or storage box (not shown). The vehicle 200 has front wheels 126, rear wheels 128 and a frame member (not shown in the figure).

[0030] The frame members include a head tube (not shown) adapted to support a steering shaft (not shown) and a front suspension 130 attached to the steering shaft by a lower bracket (not shown). The front suspension 130 supports the front wheel 126. The upper portion of the front wheel 126 is covered by a front fender 132 mounted to the front suspension 130. In one embodiment, the front fender 132 can move with the front wheel 126 during driving over undulations in the road surface. The handlebar 116 is fixed to the upper bracket (not shown) and can rotate about the steering shaft to steer the vehicle 102. The headlights (not shown) and the instrument cluster 110 (e.g., at Figure 5In one embodiment, the instrument cluster 110 is a digital instrument or an analog instrument or a combination thereof. According to design feasibility and requirements, the instrument cluster 110 may be provided with instruments such as a speedometer (not shown), a tachometer (not shown), a fuel gauge (not shown), etc. In one embodiment, the instrument cluster 110 is provided with a switch (not shown in the figure) capable of receiving data related to the user (such as the user's age, the user's weight, the user's height, etc.).

[0031] Further, a shock absorber assembly (not shown) is provided to the rear wheel 128 for damping vibrations caused during the vehicle 102 traveling over the undulations on the road surface. In one embodiment, the powertrain component 122 has one end mounted to the frame member and the other end mounted to the shock absorber assembly. In this way, the powertrain component 122 is suspended on the other end via the shock absorber assembly. A taillight unit 134 is provided at the end of the vehicle 102 and at the rear of the seat 120. An armrest 136 is also provided to facilitate gripping and / or balancing of one or more users on the vehicle 102 during movement. In one embodiment, one or more users (not shown) belong to the rider of the vehicle 102 and / or the pillion rider of the vehicle 102. In this specification, for the sake of brevity, one or more users are collectively referred to as users. The rear wheel 128 is arranged below the seat 120 and is adapted to receive a driving force from the powertrain component 122. A transmission assembly is provided for transmitting a driving force from a prime mover to the rear wheel 128 to drive the vehicle 102. In one embodiment, the transmission assembly may include an endless transmission drive, such as a chain drive or a belt drive, for transmitting the driving force to the rear wheel 128. The rear fender 138 is disposed above the rear wheel 128.

[0032] Combination Figure 1 refer to Figure 2 , a vehicle 102 includes a system 100 for monitoring the health of one or more users. The system 100 is suitable for monitoring the health of a rider and / or pillion rider or passenger of the vehicle 102, thereby ensuring safety.

[0033] The system 100 includes at least one sensor 104, which is strategically arranged at one or more locations on the vehicle 102. Each of the at least one sensor 104 is configured to generate a heart rate detection signal when in contact with each of the one or more users, wherein the heart rate detection signal indicates the heart rate of the corresponding one or more users. In one embodiment, each of the sensors 104 is a fingerprint sensor, which is configured to detect the heart rate of one or more users and generate a corresponding heart rate detection signal. In this embodiment, six sensors are set on the vehicle 102 for monitoring the heart rate of one or more users, wherein four sensors 104a, 104b, 104c and 104d (such as Figure 3 ) is disposed on the handlebar 116, and the other two sensors 104e, 104f (as shown Figure 4 The sensors 104a and 104d are located on the grip portion 116a of the handlebar 116 (as shown in FIG. Figure 3 104b, 104c are positioned on the near side of the steering shaft. In addition, sensors 104e, 104f are arranged on the side surface of the seat 120 of the vehicle 102. In another embodiment, the size of the sensor 104 is selected according to design feasibility and requirements.

[0034] The system 100 further includes a control unit 106, which is disposed in the vehicle 102 and communicatively coupled to each of the sensors 104. The control unit 106 is communicatively coupled to one or more sensors 104 via a wired connection or a wireless connection according to design feasibility and requirements. The control unit 106 is adapted to monitor the health of one or more users based on the heart rate detection signal received from the sensor 104.

[0035] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 may also be communicatively coupled to an ignition system 142 of the vehicle 102. In this way, the control unit 106 is able to control the operation of the ignition system 142 between an ignition-on state and an ignition-off state of the vehicle 102. In this way, the control unit 106 is able to control the ignition condition of the vehicle 102. In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to turn off or disconnect the ignition system 142 when at least one health parameter of one or more users deviates from a reference parameter. In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is adapted to prevent actuation of the ignition on of the vehicle 102 unless the health condition of the one or more users is consistent with the reference parameter. Thus, the control unit 106 prevents one or more users from using the vehicle 102 unless the one or more users are healthy.

[0036] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 may be configured within an engine control unit (ECU) (not shown) of the vehicle 102. In another embodiment, the control unit 106 may be configured as a separate module installed with the instrument cluster 110, which may communicate with the ECU of the vehicle 102. In some embodiments, the control unit 106 may include one or more additional components, such as, but not limited to, an input / output module, a pre-processing module, and an analysis module. In another embodiment, the vehicle 102 may include more than one identical or similar control unit 106.

[0037] The control unit 106 communicates with components such as a processing module (not shown) and an analysis module (not shown). In another embodiment, the control unit 106 may be embodied as a multi-core processor, a single-core processor, or a combination of one or more multi-core processors and one or more single-core processors. For example, the control unit 106 is embodied as one or more processing devices or modules in various processing devices or modules, such as a coprocessor, a microprocessor, a controller, a digital signal processor (DSP), a processing circuit with or without an accompanying DSP, or various other processing devices, various other processing devices including integrated circuits, such as, for example, application specific integrated circuits (ASICs), field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), microcontroller units (MCUs), hardware accelerators, dedicated computer chips, etc. In yet another embodiment, the control unit 106 may be configured to execute a hard-coded set of functions. In yet another embodiment, the control unit 106 may be embodied as an executor of instructions, wherein the instructions are specifically configured to the control unit 106 to perform the steps or operations described herein for monitoring the health of one or more users.

[0038] Further, the control unit 106 is communicatively coupled to a memory unit 108. The memory 108 is capable of storing information processed by the control unit 106 and data received from each sensor 104. In this way, the data received and processed by the control unit 106 is available during demand. According to design feasibility and requirements, the memory 108 is embodied as one or more volatile memory devices, one or more non-volatile memory devices and / or a combination thereof, such as a magnetic storage device, an optical magnetic storage device, etc. The memory 108 communicates with the control unit 106 through a suitable interface, such as an Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA) adapter, a serial ATA adapter, a small computer system interface adapter, a network adapter, or any other component that enables communication between the memory 104 and the control unit 106.

[0039] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 may also be communicatively coupled to an amplifier and filter circuit 140 known in the art for filtering and amplifying the heart rate detection signal received from each of the sensors 104. The amplifier and filter circuit 140 may be communicatively coupled to the battery module 118 for receiving power to filter and amplify the heart rate detection signal from the sensor 104.

[0040] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to activate a switch 114 mounted on a handlebar 116 (in Figure 3 104). Alternatively, the control unit 106 can automatically initiate monitoring of the health of one or more users when the user's finger contacts the sensor 104. In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to periodically monitor the health parameters of one or more users for a predetermined duration. In this embodiment, the control unit 106 monitors the health parameters of one or more users from about 60 seconds to about 2.5 minutes.

[0041] The control unit 106 or the analysis module is adapted to monitor the health of one or more users based on the heart rate detection signal provided by the sensor 104. In one embodiment, the control unit 106 or the analysis module is adapted to measure the health parameters of one or more users using the heart rate detection signal from the photoplethysmography. In one embodiment, the health parameter calculated by the control unit 106 includes one of the following: SpO2 level, heart rate variability, maximum heart rate, target heart rate, body mass index (BMI), tachycardia, bradycardia, mean heart beat interval, and root mean square of successive differences (RMSSD) between normal heart beats.

[0042] Further, the control unit 106 is configured to alert one or more users when at least one health parameter deviates from a reference parameter stored in the memory unit 108. In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to alert the user via at least one of a visual alarm, an audible alarm, and a tactile alarm.

[0043] In an embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to provide a visual alert via the display device 112 of the instrument cluster. The visual alert may be provided by indicating on the display unit 112 the health parameter compared thereto in excess.

[0044] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to provide an audible warning via a speaker system (not shown) provided on the vehicle 102. In one embodiment, the audible warning may be in the form of an audible tone or phrase, depending on feasibility and requirements. In one embodiment, the speaker system may be integrated into the instrument cluster 110.

[0045] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to provide a tactile alert via a tactile feedback system (not shown) mounted at a contact point of the vehicle 102. The tactile feedback system is configured to vibrate, thereby providing tactile feedback to a user of the vehicle 102. In one embodiment, the tactile feedback system includes a tactile feedback unit mounted on a grip portion 116a of the vehicle 102 or under a seat 120.

[0046] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to display a display unit 112 ( Figure 5 The determined heart rate is displayed on the

[0047] In one embodiment, when the heart rate determined by the control unit 106 for the user is equal to or greater than 125 beats per minute (BPM), the user is in an anxious state or he is riding passionately. Such a scenario is alerted to the user by the control unit 106 to indicate the user's current health condition. In another embodiment, when the heart rate determined by the control unit 106 is equal to or lower than 80 BPM, the user is in a sleepy or fatigued state. Such a scenario is also alerted by the control unit 106 to indicate the user's sleepy or fatigued health condition.

[0048] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to calculate the inter-heart beat interval (IBI) in order to determine the user's heart abnormality. The control unit 106 calculates the inter-heart beat interval between the nth heartbeat and the (n-1)th heartbeat as follows:

[0049]

[0050] Based on equation 1, the control unit 106 determines the heartbeat interval for each heartbeat value calculated by the control unit 106 .

[0051] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is configured to determine the heart rate variability (HRV) of the user. Heart rate variability is a physiological phenomenon of the variation of the time intervals between consecutive heartbeats in milliseconds, wherein a user with a low HRV can easily experience acute stress, while a user with a high HRV rarely experiences stress and their cardiovascular system is in good condition. The heart rate variability time domain index quantifies the amount of HRV observed during a monitoring period that can range from 1 minute to about 24 hours. In the present embodiment, a 2.5 minute HRV analysis is considered. In addition, in the present embodiment, a root mean square (RMSSD) method for calculating consecutive differences in HRV is considered. The RMSSD is obtained by first calculating each consecutive time difference between heartbeats in milliseconds, then squaring each of the values, and averaging the results before obtaining the square root of the total, as described below:

[0052]

[0053] In one embodiment, the fluctuation of heart beats per minute is observed in the form of a percentage, which is expressed as follows:

[0054]

[0055] The control unit 106 is configured to determine the blood oxygen level of the user in percentage, as shown in Equation 3. The normal range of blood oxygen level is 95% to 100%, which ensures the health of the user. A value less than 92% indicates hypoxemia.

[0056] In one embodiment, the display unit 112 is further configured to depict the user's maximum heart rate and target heart rate based on the user's age. The maximum heart rate is the highest HR (heart rate) that the user can maintain, while the target heart rate is defined as the minimum number of heartbeats required to achieve the required exercise intensity for cardiovascular health in a given amount of time, which exercise intensity is determined based on the person's age, gender, or physical health. In one embodiment, the target heart rate is 50% to 85% of the maximum heart rate. The control unit 106 is configured to calculate the maximum heart rate as follows:

[0057] Maximum heart rate = 220 – age (Equation 4)

[0058] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 calculates a target heart rate for a user who intends to go to a gym to exercise, so as to indicate the maximum heart rate required for the user to exercise. In one embodiment, the control unit 106 can be communicatively coupled to a user device (not shown), such as a fitness tracker or a smart phone suitable for monitoring the user's heart rate. In this way, the control unit 106 can obtain the user's heart rate during exercise through the user device. Based on the user's heart rate during exercise, the control unit 106 is configured to determine whether the user is healthy enough to ride the vehicle 102.

[0059] As an example, if the age of the user riding the vehicle 102 is 30, the maximum heart rate is 220-30=190. Therefore, the user's target heart rate is 104BPM to 160BPM. In one embodiment, the instrument cluster 110 can receive data related to the user's age, height, weight, and / or any other data. In one embodiment, the instrument cluster 110 receives data about the user through a fitness tracker or smart phone, or can be manually entered by the user.

[0060] In one embodiment, the control unit 106 determines the heart rate of one or more users via the sensor 104, which includes an infrared (IR) LED (not shown) and a photodetector diode (not shown) positioned to face each other. When the user's fingertip is inserted into the sensor 104, the IR LED illuminates the fingertip. The photodetector diode receives the transmitted light through the fingertip tissue, and the light is transmitted to the photodetector diode according to the amount of tissue blood. Therefore, the intensity of the transmitted light varies as the blood pulsates with the heartbeat. The curve of the intensity variation of the transmitted light is called a photoplethysmographic (PPG) signal. The PPG signal sent from the photodetector is weak and noisy, and is then modulated by an amplifier and filter circuit (140).

[0061] Subsequently, the control unit 106 takes into account the graphical representation (e.g. Figure 6 ), where the number of samples of heartbeats is on the X-axis and the analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) value of the intensity or amplitude of the PPG signal is along the Y-axis. The Y-axis value determines the heartbeat based on the intensity of the ADC value. In this embodiment, the threshold value on the Y-axis is considered to be 600. Therefore, if the ADC value observed on the Y-axis in the figure is greater than 600, it is considered as one heartbeat, and the values ​​are also considered within 15 seconds. The number of heartbeats obtained within 15 seconds is then multiplied by 4 to obtain the heartbeats per minute. The interval is considered to be 15 seconds so that the user does not need to wait for a longer period of time. In addition, the combination of 15 seconds provides a highly accurate heartbeat.

[0062] Based on the above example, if the number of heartbeats in 15 seconds determined by the control unit 106 is 16, then this value is multiplied by 4 to obtain the BPM. That is, 16*4=64 BPM. In addition, the interbeat interval (IBI) is determined by considering the time spent between two consecutive heartbeats. The time spent is in milliseconds. In one embodiment, the control unit 106 is provided with a module for providing a time interval value in milliseconds. The time interval value between two consecutive heartbeats is as follows:

[0063]

[0064] After obtaining the time interval of the heartbeat interval, the average heartbeat interval is determined using equation (1). The average heartbeat intervals are compared with each other to estimate the user's heartbeat rhythm. As an example, if the time taken for each heartbeat (t1) is 600 milliseconds and the time taken for the next closest heartbeat (t2) is 1200 milliseconds, the time interval is subtracted. That is, t1-t2=1200-600=600 milliseconds.

[0065] Subsequently, the heart rate variability is calculated using formula (2), where it should be noted that 88002 is the square of the difference in heart beat intervals for a period of 2.5 minutes, and 90 is the N value, i.e., the count of the number of times the difference in heart beat intervals is calculated within 2.5 minutes. Therefore, the heart rate variability is calculated as the square root of (88002 / 90) = 31. Accordingly, when the calculated heart rate variability deviates from the nominal range, the user is alerted.

[0066] Figure 7 In one embodiment of the present invention, a method 700 for determining a health parameter of a user is provided.

[0067] In step 702, the control unit 106 receives a heart rate detection signal from the sensor 104. The heart rate detection signal may be transmitted through the amplifier and filter unit 140 (e.g. Figure 2 104a to 104d, and the data related to the heart rate of the rider is obtained by sensors 104e and 104f. When the heart rate detection signal is obtained from the sensor 104, the control unit 106 proceeds to step 704.

[0068] In step 704, the control unit 106 calculates a health parameter corresponding to each of the users (ie, the rider and / or pillion (rider)) based on the received heart rate detection signal, as already mentioned above.

[0069] In step 706, the control unit 106 displays the calculated health parameter on the display unit 112. In one embodiment, the control unit 106 displays the calculated health parameter and the reference health parameter on the display unit 112.

[0070] At step 708, the control unit 106 compares the calculated health parameter with a reference parameter. As an example, if the calculated health parameter is a heart rate and is determined to be 100, the control unit 106 compares the heart rate of 106 BPM with a reference heart rate between 80 BPM and 125 BPM. Since the heart rate is between the normal range, the control unit 102 proceeds to step 710 to allow the start of the vehicle 102. In one embodiment, the control unit 106 maintains the connection between the ignition system 142 and the battery module 118 to enable the start of the vehicle 102.

[0071] When the heart rate detected by the control unit 106 is 130 BPM, the control unit 106 determines that the calculated heart rate deviates from the reference heart rate. In such a case, the method 700 moves to step 712 for alerting one or more users and preventing the start of the vehicle 102. Upon alerting, the method 700 moves to step 714 for disconnecting the ignition system 142 to prevent the start of the vehicle 102. Therefore, when one or more users are unhealthy, the system 100 prevents the start or use of the vehicle 102.

[0072] The claimed invention as disclosed above is not routine, conventional or well understood in the art because the claimed aspects implement the following solutions to the problems present in the conventional art. Specifically, the claimed aspects of monitoring the health parameters of one or more users ensure the safety of the rider and / or pillion rider prior to the start of the vehicle. Further, due to the wireless connectivity of the system, the system is portable. In addition, the system is configured to monitor the health parameters of the user even during the user's physical activity. Therefore, the system is configured to actively monitor the health of the user.

Claims

1. A system (100) for monitoring the health of one or more users of a two-wheeled vehicle (102), the system (100) comprising: at least one sensor (104), the at least one sensor (104) being disposed at one or more locations on the vehicle (102), each of the at least one sensor (104) being configured to generate a heart rate detection signal when in contact with each of the one or more users, wherein the heart rate detection signal indicates a heart rate of the corresponding one or more users; and A control unit (106) disposed in the vehicle (102) and communicatively coupled to each of the at least one sensor (104), the control unit (106) being configured to: receiving a heart rate detection signal from the at least one sensor (104); calculating a health parameter corresponding to each of the one or more users based on the heart rate detection signal; comparing the calculated health parameter to a reference health parameter; and When the calculated at least one health parameter deviates from a corresponding reference health parameter, the one or more users are alerted prior to starting the vehicle (102).

2. The system (100) according to claim 1, wherein: The health parameters calculated by the control unit (106) include at least one of the following: SpO2 level, heart rate variability, maximum heart rate, target heart rate, body mass index (BMI), tachycardia, bradycardia, mean heart beat interval, and root mean square of normal heart beat-to-beat successive differences (RMSSD).

3. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein: The control unit (106) is communicatively coupled to a memory unit (108) for storing data related to the reference health parameter and the calculated health parameter.

4. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein: The control unit (106) is configured to alert the one or more users via at least one of a visual alarm, a tactile alarm, and an audible alarm.

5. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein: The control unit (106) is communicatively coupled to an instrument cluster (110) of the vehicle (102), the instrument cluster (110) being capable of alerting the one or more users.

6. The system (100) according to claim 5, wherein: The instrument cluster (110) includes a display unit (112), wherein the display unit (112) is configured as one of the following: displaying health parameters corresponding to the one or more users after calculation by the control unit (106); and The one or more users are visually alerted when the calculated at least one health parameter deviates from a corresponding reference health parameter.

7. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein: The at least one sensor (104) and the control unit (106) are communicatively coupled to a battery module (114) of the vehicle (102).

8. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein: The system is capable of being activated via one of: a switch (114) mounted on a handlebar (116) of the vehicle (102), a voice command from the one or more users, and by contact of the at least one sensor (104) via a fingertip of the one or more users.

9. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein: The control unit (106) is adapted to disconnect an ignition system of the vehicle (102) from a battery module (118) to prevent starting of the vehicle (102) by the one or more users when at least one of the calculated health parameters deviates from a corresponding reference health parameter.

10. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein: The at least one sensor (104) is disposed on a handlebar (116) for monitoring a health parameter of a rider of the vehicle (102); or is disposed on a seat (120) for monitoring a health parameter of a pillion rider of the vehicle (102).

11. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein: Each sensor of the at least one sensor (104) is a fingerprint sensor.

12. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein: The control unit (106) is configured to periodically monitor the health parameters of the one or more users for a predetermined duration.

13. A method (700) of monitoring the health of one or more users of a two-wheeled vehicle (102), comprising: receiving (702), by a control unit (106), a heart rate detection signal from at least one sensor (104), the at least one sensor (104) being disposed at one or more locations on the vehicle (102), wherein each of the at least one sensor (104) is configured to generate the heart rate detection signal when in contact with each of the one or more users, the heart rate detection signal indicating a heart rate of the corresponding one or more users; The control unit (106) calculates (704) a health parameter corresponding to each of the one or more users based on the heart rate detection signal; comparing (708) the calculated health parameter with a reference health parameter by the control unit (106); and When the calculated at least one health parameter deviates from a corresponding reference health parameter, the control unit (106) alerts (712) the one or more users before starting the vehicle (102).

14. The method (700) of claim 13, comprising: Data related to the reference health parameter and the calculated health parameter are stored by the control unit (106) via a memory unit (108).

15. The method (700) of claim 13, wherein: The control unit (106) is configured to alert the one or more users via at least one of a visual alarm, a tactile alarm, and an audible alarm.

16. The method (700) of claim 13, comprising: When the calculated at least one health parameter deviates from a corresponding reference health parameter, the one or more users are alerted by the control unit (106) via an instrument cluster (110) of the vehicle (102).

17. The method (700) of claim 16, comprising: The control unit (106) displays one of the following via the display unit (112) of the instrument cluster (110): After calculation by the control unit (106), displaying health parameters corresponding to the one or more users; and The one or more users are displayed when the calculated at least one health parameter deviates from a corresponding reference health parameter.

18. The method (700) of claim 13, comprising: A system (100) for monitoring the health of the one or more users is activated by the control unit (106) via one of: a switch (114) mounted on a handlebar (116) of the vehicle (102), a voice command from the one or more users, and by contact of the at least one sensor (104) via a fingertip of the one or more users.

19. The method (700) of claim 13, comprising: The control unit (106) disconnects (714) an ignition system of the vehicle (102) from a battery module (118) to prevent the one or more users from starting the vehicle (102) when at least one of the calculated health parameters deviates from a corresponding reference health parameter.

20. The method (700) of claim 13, comprising: The health parameters of the one or more users are periodically monitored by the control unit (106) for a predetermined duration.

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