Patch ECG Data Handoff for Miniaturized Cardiac Monitoring
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrocardiogram (ECG) measurement devices face challenges in miniaturization and memory reuse due to the need for embedded memory or continuous smartphone connection, limiting their portability and usability.
Innovation Solution
A patch-type ECG measurement system with a first and second device configuration, allowing ECG data to be wirelessly transmitted and stored in either device, enabling miniaturization and eliminating the need for constant smartphone connection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If embedded memory is used in the patch-type ECG measurement apparatus, then ECG data can be stored locally, but the apparatus size increases and memory cannot be reused
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the data storage function from the patch-type ECG measurement apparatus itself and relocates it to external devices (smartphone or server). The measurement apparatus only retains data transmission capability through communication unit, while embedded memory is removed entirely. This allows the apparatus to be miniaturized while maintaining reliable data storage through external resources.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enables the ECG data to be stored in multiple possible locations (smartphone memory or server memory) through a single measurement apparatus design. The communication unit can transmit data to either device, providing universal storage capability that adapts to different user needs without requiring physical changes to the apparatus.
2Volume of moving object
If data is transmitted to smartphone memory, then apparatus can be miniaturized, but smartphone must always be carried and connected
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by enabling the measurement apparatus to store ECG data in its own memory temporarily before transmission. This allows data to be captured and buffered during periods when no external device is connected, then transmitted later when a smartphone or server becomes available, eliminating the need for continuous connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary storage mechanism (apparatus memory) that bridges the gap between the measurement apparatus and external storage devices. This intermediary allows data to be held temporarily and transmitted at convenient times, mediating between the need for miniaturization and the need for ease of operation without continuous connection.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple devices are used for data storage, then flexibility and portability improve, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent inverts the traditional approach by making the measurement apparatus the simple, fixed component and allowing the storage capability to be distributed across multiple external devices. Instead of making the apparatus complex with multiple storage interfaces, the system allows any suitable external device (smartphone, server) to serve as storage, simplifying the apparatus design while maintaining storage flexibility.
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AI summary
An electrocardiogram measurement system includes a patch-type electrocardiogram measurement apparatus, a first device connected to the electrocardiogram measurement apparatus by means of a first communication and configured to store electrocardiogram data measured by the electrocardiogram measurement apparatus, and a second device connected to the electrocardiogram measurement apparatus by means of the first communication and configured to store electrocardiogram data measured by the electrocardiogram measurement apparatus. The electrocardiogram data measured by the electrocardiogram measurement apparatus include measured time information. Other embodiments are disclosed.