Rectangular Flat Dipolar Antenna for Targeted Magnetic Field Exposure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for reducing adipose mass using electromagnetic fields are ineffective due to limited stimulation of deep tissues, safety concerns, and inability to target specific areas of the body, leading to incomplete fat reduction and potential health risks.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising an insulating belt with rectangular flat dipolar antennas emitting a magnetic field perpendicular to their surface, powered by an alternating or pulsed current, which targets specific areas like the abdomen, arms, thighs, and calves, simulating a sporting activity without muscular contraction and minimizing risk to critical organs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If conventional electromagnetic field devices with conductors folded in strands are used, then lipolysis is stimulated in surface tissues, but deep tissues remain unaffected and effectiveness is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The treatment area is segmented into multiple zones with different magnetic field intensities. The device divides the body surface into treated zones (abdomen, arms, thighs, calves) and protected zones (head, chest, back), applying segmented electromagnetic field exposure to target deep adipose tissues while avoiding critical organs.
Solution Approach 2:
Different regions of the body receive different magnetic field intensities tailored to their specific needs. The device applies higher field intensities to areas with significant adipose deposits (abdomen, thighs) while using lower or no field in sensitive areas, optimizing fat reduction effectiveness locally without compromising safety.
2Quantity of substance
If high intensity electromagnetic fields are applied to reduce adipose mass, then fat reduction effectiveness improves, but safety risks to critical organs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The electromagnetic field application is segmented spatially to distinguish between treatable areas and protected areas. The device creates a segmented exposure pattern where the abdomen, arms, thighs, and calves receive therapeutic field intensities for fat reduction, while the head, chest, and back are excluded from high-intensity exposure to protect critical organs.
Solution Approach 2:
The device converts the potential harmful effect of electromagnetic fields on critical organs into a beneficial treatment protocol by systematically excluding these organs from exposure. The harm is avoided through deliberate design that redirects field application only to safe zones, turning a risky approach into a safe and effective treatment.
3Adaptability or versatility
If electromagnetic fields are applied without specific targeting, then general body exposure occurs, but specific adipose areas cannot be effectively treated
Solution Approach 1:
The device segments the body into distinct treatment zones (abdomen, arms, thighs, calves) and applies electromagnetic fields specifically to these segmented areas. This segmentation enables targeted fat reduction in specific adipose deposits while leaving other body parts unaffected, achieving localized treatment effectiveness.
Solution Approach 2:
The electromagnetic field application is customized for each local body region with specific adipose characteristics. The device adjusts field parameters and application patterns to match the local anatomical and physiological properties of each treatment zone, optimizing fat reduction for each specific area rather than applying a uniform approach.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The device effectively reduces visceral and intramuscular fatty mass, increases fertility chances, and treats obesity and metabolic syndrome by stimulating calcium channels, achieving targeted fat reduction without health risks, as demonstrated by studies on gene expression and waist size reduction.
Implementation Method 1
at least one substantially rectangular flat dipolar antenna emitting a magnetic field on a vector perpendicular to its surface, the antenna being positioned longitudinally on the belt in the lengthwise direction thereof, and an alternating or pulsed current power supply source for the antenna
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a device that can be used to expose a person to a magnetic field, including an insulating belt to be placed in contact with a part of the body of the person, at least one substantially rectangular, flat dipole antenna emitting a magnetic field over a vector perpendicular to the surface thereof, the antenna being arranged longitudinally on the belt in the lengthwise direction thereof, and a power source for supplying the antenna with AC or pulsed power.