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Alertness is the state of active attention by high sensory awareness such as being watchful and prompt to meet danger or emergency, or being quick to perceive and act. It is related to psychology as well as to physiology. A lack of alertness is a symptom of a number of conditions, including narcolepsy, attention deficit disorder, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, Addison's disease, or sleep deprivation. Pronounced lack of alertness can be graded as an altered level of consciousness. The word is formed from "alert", which comes from the Italian "all'erta" (on the watch, literally, on the height; 1618)
Algorithm for monitoring head/eye motion for driver alertness with one camera
InactiveUS6927694B1Easy to useApplicability to detecting driver fatigueColor television detailsClosed circuit television systemsEquipment OperatorDriver/operator
Visual methods and systems are described for detecting alertness and vigilance of persons under conditions of fatigue, lack of sleep, and exposure to mind altering substances such as alcohol and drugs. In particular, the intention can have particular applications for truck drivers, bus drivers, train operators, pilots and watercraft controllers and stationary heavy equipment operators, and students and employees during either daytime or nighttime conditions. The invention robustly tracks a person's head and facial features with a single on-board camera with a fully automatic system, that can initialize automatically, and can reinitialize when it need's to and provide outputs in realtime. The system can classify rotation in all viewing direction, detects' eye / mouth occlusion, detects' eye blinking, and recovers the 3D(three dimensional) gaze of the eyes. In addition, the system is able to track both through occlusion like eye blinking and also through occlusion like rotation. Outputs can be visual and sound alarms to the driver directly. Additional outputs can slow down the vehicle cause and / or cause the vehicle to come to a full stop. Further outputs can send data on driver, operator, student and employee vigilance to remote locales as needed for alarms and initiating other actions.
Owner:UNIV OF CENT FLORIDA RES FOUND INC +1
Alertness monitoring system
A system and method for monitoring the alertness of a subject are provided. A Doppler sensor is disposed to sense a parameter pertaining to the subject, the sensor being one of an acoustic sensor and a microwave sensor. Signals from the sensor are processed through an alertness monitoring algorithm for generating processed signals. It is thereafter determined whether an impairment of alertness event pertaining to the subject has occurred based on the processed signals. Feedback is then provided to the subject based on a determination of whether an impairment of alertness event pertaining to the subject has occurred.
Owner:THE JOHN HOPKINS UNIV SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Vigilance monitoring technique for vehicle operators
InactiveUS20070080816A1Increase probabilityDigital data processing detailsDiagnostic recording/measuringMoving averageDriver/operator
A vigilance monitoring system to determine the alertness of a driver of a vehicle. The system uses one or multiple sensors located at the driver-vehicle interface (steering wheel, accelerator, brakes). The sensor monitors the magnitude and frequency of the force (or displacement) exerted by a driver at the driver interface. A time derivative of the force or displacement profile is created. The variability of the time derivative of the force / displacement data from the general trend of the data as obtained by an optimized moving average of the data. An intelligent control system measures the variability and compares with an alertness rating scale to determine the alertness score of the driver and issue warning signals and actions as appropriate.
Owner:PENN STATE RES FOUND
Skin Temperature Measurement in Monitoring and Control of Sleep and Alertness
InactiveUS20100100004A1Easy to useExcellent indicatorsElectroencephalographyElectro-oculographyMedicineMonitoring and control
Method of an arrangement for monitoring sleep in a subject by measuring within a prescribed interval skin temperature of a predetermined region of the subject's body and a motion sensor for sensing motion of the subject, comparing the measured skin temperature of the predetermined region with a predetermined temperature threshold, and classifying the subject as being asleep or awake based on whether the skin temperature of the predetermined region is above or below the temperature threshold and on the motion data. In alternative aspects the invention relates to methods of and arrangements for manipulating sleep, as well as monitoring or manipulating alertness.
Owner:KONINK NEDERLANDSE AKADE VAN WETENSCHAPPEN
System and method for responding to driver behavior
Methods of assessing driver behavior include monitoring vehicle systems and driver monitoring systems to accommodate for a driver's slow reaction time, attention lapse and / or alertness. When it is determined that a driver is drowsy, for example, the response system may modify the operation of one or more vehicle systems. The systems that may be modified include: visual devices, audio devices, tactile devices, antilock brake systems, automatic brake prefill systems, brake assist systems, auto cruise control systems, electronic stability control systems, collision warning systems, lane keep assist systems, blind spot indicator systems, electronic pretensioning systems and climate control systems.
Owner:HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
Computer Vision Based Driver Assistance Devices, Systems, Methods and Associated Computer Executable Code
InactiveUS20180012085A1Accurate CalibrationHigh resolutionInput/output for user-computer interactionImage enhancementDriver/operatorImaging processing
The present invention includes computer vision based driver assistance devices, systems, methods and associated computer executable code (hereinafter collectively referred to as: “ADAS”). According to some embodiments, an ADAS may include one or more fixed image / video sensors and one or more adjustable or otherwise movable image / video sensors, characterized by different dimensions of fields of view. According to some embodiments of the present invention, an ADAS may include improved image processing. According to some embodiments, an ADAS may also include one or more sensors adapted to monitor / sense an interior of the vehicle and / or the persons within. An ADAS may include one or more sensors adapted to detect parameters relating to the driver of the vehicle and processing circuitry adapted to assess mental conditions / alertness of the driver and directions of driver gaze. These may be used to modify ADAS operation / thresholds.
Owner:KAMI VISION INC
Alertness testing method and apparatus
InactiveUS20080309616A1Health-index calculationAcquiring/recognising eyesDistractionEquipment Operator
A method and apparatus for detecting the alertness of an equipment operator by displaying a moving icon, and asking the operator to track the movements of the icon, either by following it with the eyes in a head mounted display, or by following it with a finger on a touch screen. The operator's performance can be measured by tracking the gaze of the operator's eyes, or by tracking the operator's finger movements. The performance of the operator can be compared to that particular person's history of test results, or to a data base of test results of other operators. The characteristics of the icon can be varied, and distractions can be provided on the display or screen. Control of the display or screen, tracking of the operator's eyes or finger, and analysis of the test results, can all be performed by a computer.
Owner:MASSENGILL FAMILY TRUST
Systems, methods, and apparatus for monitoring alertness of an individual utilizing a wearable device and providing notification
Methods, systems, and apparatus for monitoring fatigue and notifying an individual are described. The individual may be an operator of a vehicle, equipment, or machine, a student, or other person that may experience fatigue. In addition to the individual, another person such as an employer, teacher, or parent may be notified.
Owner:TORVEC INC
Method and system for maintaining operator alertness
ActiveUS20080231461A1Maintaining alertnessAlarmsPropulsion unit safety devicesAlertnessUser interface
A method and system for maintaining operator alertness comprises a detector for detecting a physical status of an operator. The physical status indicates a first level of operator alertness. A user interface requests a second level of operator alertness from a self-evaluation of the operator at a request time. An evaluator measures at least one of an accuracy of the operator response to the requested input and a response time of the operator from the request time. An alert module generates alarm data or an alarm signal to alert the operator based on the first level of operator alertness indicating an inattentive state and at least one of the measured accuracy and operator response time indicating the inattentive state.
Owner:DEERE & CO
Transdermal electrical stimulation methods for modifying or inducing cognitive state
InactiveUS20150005840A1Quick transitionIncrease heightElectrotherapyArtificial respirationElectricityMental state
Methods of modifying a subject's cognitive state by applying transdermal electrical stimulation (TES). In particular, described herein are methods of applying TES using a pair of electrodes each positioned at a particular location on the skin of the subject's head, or the head and neck, to evoke a predetermined cognitive state using a TES applicator. In particular, described herein are methods of enhancing attention, alertness, or mental focus or of enhancing a calm or relaxed mental state by applying high-intensity TES across electrodes positioned on the subject's temple and either the mastoid region or on the subject's neck. The subject may control the application directly and TES may be applied by a portable, including wearable, TES applicator.
Owner:THYNC GLOBAL INC
Hydroxybutyrate ester and medical use thereof
A compound which is 3-hydroxybutyl 3-hydroxybutyrate enantiomerically enriched with respect to (3R)-hydroxybutyl (3R)-hydroxybutyrate of formula (I) is an effective and palatable precursor to the ketone body (3R)-hydroxybutyrate and may therefore be used to treat a condition which is caused by, exacerbated by or associated with elevated plasma levels of free fatty acids in a human or animal subject, for instance a condition where weight loss or weight gain is implicated, or to promote alertness or improve cognitive function, or to treat, prevent or reduce the effects of neurodegeneration, free radical toxicity, hypoxic conditions or hyperglycaemia.
Owner:UNITED STATES OF AMERICA +1
Wearable Monitoring and Training System for Focus and/or Mood
InactiveUS20150079560A1Shorten the construction periodQuality of treatmentPhysical therapies and activitiesInput/output for user-computer interactionHead-up displayDisplay device
A wearable signal acquisition and computerized display device including at least one first sensor configured to measure at least one of the following attributes from a subject wearing the device: attention, focus, concentration, alertness, and mood. The device has a heads-up display or goggles, glasses, or another head piece having lenses. The measurement is derived from the subject's brainwaves by use of one or more algorithms. The subject wearing the device receives neurofeedback data based on this measurement through the projected image to train them how to control attention, mood, etc. and improve understanding as to how various external stimuli in the real world or virtual world impact these attributes. In one variation the sensors measure brainwave signals at two positions of the subject and use the difference in these measurements to derive an attention indicator signal used to provide neurofeedback.
Owner:COWAN JONATHAN DANIEL
Driver drowsiness detection and verification system and method
A method and steering wheel for determining and verifying a state of driver alertness includes receiving a response at a steering wheel. The method includes selectively energizing at least one stimulus annunciator in the wheel in order to present a first stimulus to a driver. A processor in the wheel generates a signal indicative of a stimulus annunciator onset time indicating the moment the stimulus annunciator provided the first stimulus to the driver. A sensor array arranged on the wheel responds to a first grip pressure the driver exerts at a first grip location on the wheel. The processor generates a response signal indicative of a response onset time. The processor calculates a time interval between the stimulus annunciator onset time and the response onset time.
Owner:VAN SCHOIACK MICHAEL M
Apparatus and method for analyzing information relating to physical and mental condition
InactiveUS6129681AGood estimateComfortableness can be estimated more accuratelyElectroencephalographyMedical data miningDriver/operatorStatistical analysis
An apparatus and method are provided for analyzing information relating to the physiological and psychological conditions of a driver. Psychological conditions such as comfortableness or degree of alertness are estimated on the basis of physical data such as fluctuation in brain waves. This apparatus comprises a first neural network having a pre-processed 1 / f fluctuation signal for brain waves as an input and for estimating a degree of alertness of the driver, and a second neural network receiving the estimated degree of alertness and the pre-processed 1 / f fluctuation signal, for estimating and outputting driving comfortableness. By employing a neural network, which has a mapping ability as well as flexible adaptability even for non-linear data, based on the learning function, more accurate estimation of mental conditions can be achieved in comparison with conventional statistical analysis.
Owner:NAT INST OF ADVANCED IND SCI & TECH
Computer user alertness monitoring system
InactiveUS20130243208A1High outputPremature terminationGain controlCathode-ray tube indicatorsComputer usersTouch Perception
The invention relates to computer based user alertness monitoring systems for detecting and alleviating user fatigue. A computer-implemented automated system and method for detecting and reducing user fatigue is provided. The invention detects user alertness based on user dexterity using computer input devices and remedies a fatigued state by implementing visual, tactile and / or aural stimuli. Compensation mechanisms for increased ambient temperature and noisy environments are also presented.
Owner:FAWER MARK S
Alertness monitor
An alertness monitoring system includes: means to measure velocity and amplitude of eyelid and eye movement; and storage means to continuously record the measurements. A data processor calculates the blink amplitude to velocity ratio and / or the saccade amplitude to velocity ratio and compares the measurements against a predetermined scale. The scale is derived from averaged measurements of the eye and eyelid movement parameters for a sample population measured against predetermined incremental blood alcohol levels. The output of the system can include a display for showing the alertness measurement based on the scale, or an alarm means triggered by the scale reading reaching a predetermined limit based an the blood alcohol level scale.
Owner:SDIP HLDG
Vigilance monitoring technique for vehicle operators
InactiveUS7663495B2Increase probabilityDigital data processing detailsDiagnostic recording/measuringMoving averageSteering wheel
Owner:PENN STATE RES FOUND
System and method for automated self measurement of alertness equilibrium and coordination and for ventification of the identify of the person performing tasks
A system and method for automated self measurement of alertness, equilibrium and coordination and for verification of the identity of the person being tested is provided. The system for self-tutoring and testing a person includes an identifying unit for identifying the person to be tested, at least one self-tutoring unit for instructing the person in at least one test to be performed, at least one testing unit for performing each of the at least one tests and an interpretation unit for evaluating the results of each of the at least one tests.
Owner:F POSZAT HU
Mastoid ear cuff and system
InactiveUS7204815B2Convenient treatmentHigh level of functionality and effectivenessChiropractic devicesMedical devicesTreatment modalitySignal generator
A system for treating brain function including a signal generator and an ear cuff. Various modalities of treatment are possible including approaches for enhancing learning, and stimulating alertness and clearing emotions.
Owner:CONNOR GEORGIA K
Alertness sensing spectacles
ActiveUS20100134761A1Reduce the ratioNon-optical adjunctsDiagnostic recording/measuringEyelidUses eyeglasses
Spectacles for use in an eye monitoring system include a pair of ocular frames and a sensor unit adapted to be positioned adjacent an eye of the wearer. A nose bridge connects the ocular frames and incorporates an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the vertical position of the sensor unit relative to the eye. A frame arm extends from the outer edge of each ocular frame and is adapted to fit over the ear of a wearer. The sensor unit incorporates two infra red emitters at different angles and an infra red detector recessed into the surface of the unit to reduce the proportion of signal received by said detector which is not from the signal emitter reflected by the eye or eyelids.
Owner:SDIP HLDG
Oxygen enrichment of indoor human environments
InactiveUS6866701B2Reduce concentrationIncrease alertness and productivity and comfort and overall wellDucting arrangementsMechanical apparatusWater useFiltration
This invention provides systems and methods of supplying oxygen-enriched air to an enclosed space or compartment. The systems and methods may distill oxygen from ambient air by a molecular sieve pressure cycle mechanism, such as a pressure swing absorption, may generate oxygen from water using electricity or may use oxygen enriched air produced by membrane filtration. The invention helps people improve their wellness, productivity and comfort, improve performance of mental and / or physical tasks, increase their alertness, quality of life and pleasure, reduce their drowsiness, and aid in curing and preventing disease by increasing the percentage of oxygen in the enclosed space to a beneficial and safe level.
Owner:ENVERID SYST
Headache-treatment device with gel dispensing kit and method
InactiveUS20140081369A1Easily peelableDispensing apparatusExternal electrodesHeadachesAttention deficits
Electrical-stimulation device with gel-dispensing kit, and a method of making and using the parts of the kit. A convenient and easy-to-use system to provide an electrically conductive path from a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device to the skin surface of a patient to supply transcutaneous stimulation, even through hair. The invention provides improved prevention and treatment for headache, depression, alertness, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), epilepsy, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and behavioral and / or other disorders. Some embodiments provide a headache-treatment system that includes an electrode base shaped to conform to a back of a human head; a TENS having projecting spring electrodes each connected to the electrode base; means for holding an electrically conductive gel in a plurality of sealed pockets; and means for unsealing the means for holding the gel and applying the gel substantially simultaneously to the projecting spring electrodes.
Owner:COVALIN ALEJANDRO
Alertness sensing device
Owner:SDIP HLDG
Wheel watcher
InactiveUS20110115617A1Alleviating driver discomfortReduce fatigueExternal condition input parametersOptical signallingSensor arraySteering wheel
Disclosed is a vehicle driver safety device that serves the purpose of helping and encouraging drivers to drive attentively and with alertness with a degree of vehicle control that adapts to driver experience, vehicle speed and road conditions. Should the unsafe habits persist the system warns nearby cars and officials and records the incidents for review by a parent or mentor to serve as a deterrent. The new and unique wheel watcher utilizes a steering wheel with sensor arrays that determine the number and position of the drivers hands on the wheel, a vehicle speed and road condition sensor to judge the degree of control that is appropriate, a clock / timer to determine the length a unsafe practice persists and a driver identification device that affects the degree of safety practices that are encouraged by the system. An internal alarm is provided to alert the driver to an unsafe condition and indicators such as lights grouped with the sensors alert the driver to the safe positions for their hands that will satisfy the system that the vehicle is under adequate control.
Owner:BENNETT WILLIAM
Ship collision risk analysis method based on AIS (automatic identification system) data
ActiveCN110009937AEnsure safe operationGet risk levelVisual data miningStructured data browsingCluster algorithmRisk level
The invention discloses a ship collision risk analysis method based on AIS (automatic identification system) data. Based on historical AIS data and standard ship selection and conversion, a density clustering algorithm is used for establishing a heat map of a ship collision risk to realize spatiotemporal visualization of the ship collision risk; based on real-time AIS data and the ship position field, the course direction field, and the navigational speed field, a regional ship collision risk assessment model is constructed, and a Gaussian kernel function kernel density estimation algorithm isused for proposing a dynamic ship collision risk visualization method to realize areal-time update of the regional ship collision risk. The ship collision risk analysis method is based on the AISdata,the spatiotemporal visualization of the ship collision risk is realized,the visual image after the complex abstract ship traffic flow multi-attribute information is effectively dug and fused is realized, so that the risk level of the environment of the location of the ship can be intuitively and conveniently obtained by a driver or an operator, thusself-alertness is improved, the reasonable control measures are taken, and the safe operation of the ship is ensured.
Owner:WUHAN UNIV OF TECH
Alert interactive system
InactiveUS20130135109A1Mitigates intentional napIncrease alertnessAlarmsPropulsion unit safety devicesUnconsciousnessUser input
The present invention provides an alert interactive system designed to serve as an alertness tool to ensure that a person, such as an aircraft pilot, a car or truck driver, a soldier or sailor on watch, or a security professional, remains alert. The alert interactive system provides instructions and time for the person to enter a code, and provides an alert to that person and others when the code is not entered timely and correctly. The present invention indicates when the person is not alert, and may be taking a nap, may be fully asleep, or unconsciousness.
Owner:SHARON HAMOLSKY LEE
Alertness sensing device
A head worn device for monitoring alertness and attention which includes a) sensors to monitor eyelid and eye movement, b) a motion sensor and c) data storage means for storing data from said sensors. The motion sensor is an accelerometer to provide data that allows the head position to be analysed and to determine the direction of gaze. The device collects data from an accelerometer worn by the driver to detect if the vehicle is in motion and whether the head is tilted vertical plane. If the vehicle is not in motion data is not processed. When the direction of gaze is downward sensor signals from the eye movement sensors is ignored. However if the duration of downward gaze is greater than a predetermined minimum period and the vehicle is in motion, an alarm is triggered because the driver is inattentive. The device may be used to assess whether workers are sufficiently alert before they commence work. The method of measuring a subjects fitness for a particular task uses the alertness monitor or a video camera to monitor eye and eyelid movement with or without head movement data while the subject is tested with a series of tests that require the subject to follow predetermined images or lights. If the subject is unable to satisfactorily track the images the subject is not fit for work.
Owner:SDIP HLDG
Method and system for detecting operator alertness
A method and system for detecting operator alertness of an operator of a vehicle or machine comprises an image processor and an analyzer. The image processor determines whether at least one eye of an operator is visible and determines whether the operator is generally facing forward with respect to the vehicle. The analyzer applies at least one of position analysis and motion analysis to a three dimensional representation of an operator to determine alertness of the operator if at least one eye of operator is not visible or If the operator is generally facing forward.
Owner:DEERE & CO
High-speed train driver alertness detecting method based on face image and eye movement analysis
InactiveCN102622600AComprehensive alertness detectionAccurate alertness detectionImage analysisCharacter and pattern recognitionMultiscale decompositionDriver/operator
Disclosed is a high-speed train driver alertness detecting method based on face image and eye movement analysis. The method includes steps of acquiring images of the head of a driver by a primary camera and a secondary camera simultaneously, extracting characteristics of the head of the driver step by step by the aid of wavelet multi-scale, recognizing the head of the driver via a neural network training method, and detecting the face of the driver via an AdaBoost arithmetic; respectively starting a Harr characteristic and a two-dimensional orthogonal Log-Gabor filtering phase characteristic to detect human eyes under different illuminations; building an adaptive non-linear level-log model of the driver; realizing eye movement tracking analysis for the driver via a strong tracking particle filter arithmetic; and finally realizing weight sum for an eye movement characteristic fatigue factor value and six face images including PERCLOS, pupilla, blinking, nodding, yawning and face inclination so as to obtain an alertness value of the driver. The calculated alertness value is high in accuracy and robustness.
Owner:SOUTHWEST JIAOTONG UNIV
Nutritional composition for supporting brain development and function of children
InactiveUS20120171178A1Contributes to orImprove abilitiesBiocideNervous disorderBrain developmentBiology
The present invention relates to a nutritional composition, in particular directed to children of 3-6 years, said nutritional composition comprising a protein source, a source of available carbohydrates, a lipid source, at least one probiotic microorganism, and prebiotics, wherein said lipid source comprises DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and / or ARA (arachidonic acid). The nutritional composition improves cognitive performance, in particular memory, learning comprehension, alertness, attention, concentration, processing speed, conceptual thinking, abstract thinking, verbal abilities, language comprehension, psychomotor skills, curiosity, and confident interaction with the environment. Preferably, the composition comprises one, a combination of several or all selected of the group of DHA, ARA, LA, ALA, choline, iron, iodine and folic acid.
Owner:NESTEC SA
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