Sensor Activation Code Validation for Absorbent Articles
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Solution Overview
Problem
The challenge in absorbent article sensor systems is the counterfeiting of products and the need for mechanisms to ensure authorized use and performance validation of proprietary sensor devices with absorbent articles, as existing systems lack effective measures to prevent unauthorized use and ensure proper functionality.
Innovation Solution
A sensor device system that includes a housing attachable to absorbent articles, equipped with sensors to capture data and a processor that executes computer executable components to receive an activation code, validate its authenticity, and activate functionalities only when the code is valid, ensuring the sensor device is used with authorized products.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If sensor devices are made available for use with absorbent articles, then usage information can be captured and notifications provided, but the risk of counterfeiting and unauthorized use increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements an activation code system that must be redeemed before the sensor device becomes operational. The code is provided with authorized absorbent articles in advance, and the sensor device remains inactive until the code is validated and applied. This preliminary action ensures that only authorized products can activate the sensor functionality, preventing counterfeiting while maintaining versatility.
2Reliability
If activation codes are required for sensor device functionality, then unauthorized use is prevented, but the complexity of the system increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a code validation system as an intermediary layer between the sensor device and the absorbent article. Rather than embedding complex authentication hardware directly in the sensor device, the system uses a validation component that receives activation codes, verifies their authenticity, and enables functionality accordingly. This intermediary approach maintains reliability while managing complexity through modular design.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure is directed to techniques for coupling activation of sensor devices with use of authorized products. A system includes a sensor device. The sensor device includes a housing that attaches to an absorbent article configured to absorb and contain bodily exudates. The sensor device further includes at least one sensor formed on or within the housing configured to capture sensor data in association with wear of the absorbent article. The system also includes a processor that executes computer executable components. The computer executable components include a communication component that receives an activation code and an activation component that activates a functionality based on the receipt of the activation code.