Wearable Contact Modules for Compact Measurement and Signal Transmission
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Solution Overview
Problem
Measurement and transmission devices, particularly those associated with medical functions, are typically large, expensive, and difficult to position for proper measurement and/or therapeutic transmission.
Innovation Solution
Development of compact, versatile, and relatively inexpensive wearable devices that can be positioned on body parts such as fingers or hands, equipped with interchangeable contact elements for various functions, including measurement, output, and transmission, which can be connected to separate electronic devices for analysis, display, and storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional measurement and transmission devices are used, then measurement accuracy and transmission reliability are ensured, but device size becomes large and positioning becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into separate functional modules: a wearable unit with sensors for measurement, a separate processing unit for data analysis, and a transmission component for signal delivery. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently, enabling accurate measurements with a compact wearable form factor.
Solution Approach 2:
A wireless communication intermediary (such as Bluetooth or wireless transceiver) is introduced to connect the wearable measurement device with external processing and transmission systems. This eliminates the need for large integrated components in the wearable unit while maintaining measurement accuracy and enabling reliable data transmission.
2Reliability
If traditional measurement and transmission devices are used, then functional reliability is ensured, but ease of positioning and operation becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The wearable device incorporates multiple sensors and functions in a single unit (e.g., simultaneous measurement of temperature, humidity, motion, and physiological parameters). This multi-functionality reduces the need for multiple separate devices, making positioning and operation easier while maintaining reliable functional performance through integrated sensor arrays.
Solution Approach 2:
The device includes automated calibration and self-diagnosis capabilities that eliminate the need for complex manual positioning and setup procedures. Sensors automatically adjust to optimal measurement positions and the system performs self-verification of functionality, ensuring reliable operation while simplifying user interaction and positioning.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple measurement functions are integrated, then versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple measurement functions are distributed across separate sensor modules that can be independently selected and activated. The wearable unit contains a core set of sensors, while additional specialized sensors can be added or removed based on specific measurement needs, providing versatility without permanently increasing base device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The device employs dynamic configuration capabilities where measurement functions are activated or deactivated based on real-time requirements. The system can switch between different measurement modes and adjust sensor arrays dynamically, providing high versatility for various applications while maintaining a relatively simple base hardware architecture that only activates necessary functions as needed.
Data Source
AI summary
Devices that take a novel approach to parameter measurement and output or transmission of signals, medicine, heat, etc. These devices are compact, versatile, relatively inexpensive, and require minimal training to be effectively used. These devices can be configured as interchangeable devices incorporated into a wearable article or device.