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A patent application titled "Under Lens Device Incorporating Hyaluronic Acid" was published online by inventors Barrows, Lee, and Li. The application addresses Dry Eye Disease by incorporating a tear retaining polymer into an under-lid device to stimulate tear production and maintain a robust tear film. The device aims to improve the treatment of dry eye by addressing both tear production and tear film maintenance. The patent application provides detailed claims and methods for treating dry eye using the under-lid device coated with a hydrogel containing hyaluronic acid. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application by inventors from Columbus, Ohio, for a wearable device using galvanic coupling sensors to detect collaborative touch-based interactions in digital gaming has been made available online. The device includes sensors on a wristband that can transmit signals through the wearer's skin, facilitating interactive learning and therapy. The system can detect collaborative touch events between users wearing the sensors, potentially enhancing well-being and relationships through skin-to-skin contact in gaming. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application for a wrist-worn acupuncture stimulator has been filed by inventor Larry Kostopoulos. The device is designed to independently stimulate three acupuncture points on the wrist, which are known to help with nausea, anxiety, stress, and other emotional and physical issues. The device includes a watch-like housing, electrical circuitry, adjustable metal contact points, indicator lights, and function buttons. It can stimulate the acupuncture points using electrical pulses, magnetic fields, or directed light. The device can be controlled by an internal processor and can communicate with a mobile app. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application by inventors from NxStage Medical Inc. has been made available online for a pinch clamp device. The device is designed to control the flow of fluid through a compressible tube using a pinching motion. The pinch clamp utilizes a linearly actuated mechanism, a motor, and a mechanical drive unit to achieve the pinching action. This technology is particularly useful in medical devices such as dialysis equipment and intravenous systems, as it prevents cross-contamination. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a wrist-worn device that can independently stimulate acupuncture points P6, H7, and Lu9. The device aims to control nausea, anxiety, and stress by generating electrical impulses and applying them to the acupuncture points. It can stimulate the points individually or in combination, and it may also monitor heart rate variability and galvanic skin response to determine stress levels. The device includes a watch-like housing, adjustable metal contact points, indicator lights, function buttons, and a strap for securing it to the wrist. It can communicate with a mobile app and has the option to use permanent magnets instead of electrical stimulation. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application for a portable assistive device for challenged individuals has been filed by inventors Aishwarya Karnataki and Parikshit Sohoni. The device aims to address the communication difficulties faced by deaf individuals who rely on sign language. Existing devices that convert hand gestures to text or speech are limited in their capabilities, and there is a need for a device that enables two-way communication between differently abled individuals and normal people. The portable assistive device includes wearable devices, a handheld device, and a server that utilize machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms to process gesture data and convert it into relevant text or speech. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a multifrequency neurostimulation device that aims to improve cognitive performance. The device uses audiovisual stimuli to induce desired cognitive states and offers a compact and user-friendly design. It includes customizable light and sound frequencies, a timer, and a rechargeable battery. The device can stimulate gamma brain wave patterns and improve brain health. The patent application also describes a portable multi-functional light flicker device. It provides detailed descriptions and claims for the functionality and design of both devices. [Extracted from the article]

China Tobacco Hubei Industrial Corporation Limited has been issued a patent for an electric heating cigarette appliance that allows users to adjust the temperature and heating period. Traditional cigarettes produce undesirable compounds due to the high temperatures at which tobacco is burned. Existing electric heating cigarette appliances have fixed heating temperatures and periods, but this new invention allows for adjustable settings, providing a more stable and comfortable smoking experience. The patent was filed in July 2018 and published in August 2024. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been filed for a gel receptor rod that can be inserted into an electrically heated smoking article, along with an electrically heated smoking article and an aerosol generating device. The gel receptor rod contains a gel-like aerosol generating substrate that includes glycerin and carrageenan, which vaporizes into an aerosol when heated. The electrically heated smoking article includes the gel receptor rod, a filter, and a tube, all wrapped in wrapping paper to form a cigarette. The aerosol generating device is portable and includes a cavity for inserting the smoking article, a heater to heat the gel receptor rod, a rechargeable battery, and a microcontroller to control the heater. This technology aims to provide an alternative method for generating aerosol in cigarettes and increase user convenience. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued to Nicoventures Trading Limited for an apparatus that heats smokeable material without burning it. The invention consists of a heater with multiple independently controllable heating regions arranged along its length. The apparatus also includes a smokable material heating chamber and a cartridge containing the smokable material. The invention allows for the release of compounds from the smokeable material without creating tobacco smoke. [Extracted from the article]

The US Patent and Trademark Office has published a patent application titled "Gamma Stimulation Apparatus" by inventors Maa and Yu. The apparatus is designed to treat Alzheimer's disease using light stimulation. It consists of a rectifier, microcontroller, modulation operation switches, and light sources. By combining two light outputs at specific frequencies, the apparatus aims to stimulate specific areas of the brain. The patent application provides different embodiments and waveform styles for the apparatus. For further details, refer to the patent application. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a handheld electronic device designed to teach breathing techniques for stress reduction. The device uses visual and vibrational haptic outputs to guide users through specific breathing patterns. It is intended to provide an immediate and repeatable solution for stress relief that can be used anywhere and anytime. The device may also include a base unit that dispenses the aroma of essential oils for additional stress reduction. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for an electronic cigarette with automatic preheating in anticipation of smoking action. The electronic cigarette includes a liquid storage chamber, a battery, a vaporizing device, a control circuit, and a preheating element. The control circuit is equipped with electronic components such as a gravity sensor, a temperature detection unit, and a microcontroller. When the gravity sensor detects a certain range of movement indicating a smoking action, the microcontroller determines whether preheating is necessary based on the real-time temperature of the electronic cigarette liquid. If preheating is required, the preheating element is activated for a preset heating period or until a preset target temperature is reached. The electronic cigarette then enters a standby smoking state. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for an ultraviolet hand sanitizing device developed by inventors from Worcester, MA, Lunenburg, MA, Chicago, IL, and Winthrop, MA. The device, assigned to Sloan Valve Company, is designed to sanitize and disinfect hands by exposing them to ultraviolet light. It features a wall-mounted body with cavities for placing the hands, sensors to detect hand placement, and microcontrollers to activate the ultraviolet lights. The device aims to reduce the spread of infectious diseases and minimize water consumption and waste associated with traditional hand sanitizing methods. [Extracted from the article]

Shaheen Innovations Holding Limited, based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, has been issued a patent for a hookah device. The traditional hookah is a smoking device that burns tobacco leaves and uses water to cool the smoke. The new device is designed to address some of the health risks associated with hookah smoking by using ultrasonic mist generator devices instead of burning charcoal. The device also includes a wireless communication system and can be controlled by a computing device. This invention aims to provide an improved hookah experience while reducing the emission of smoke and eliminating the need for charcoal. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for pinch clamp devices, methods, and systems by inventors Buckler, Kenneth E., Newell, Scott W., and Treu, Dennis M. The patent, assigned to NxStage Medical Inc., describes linearly actuated pinch clamps that control the flow of fluid through a compressible tube. These pinch clamps are particularly useful in medical devices, such as dialysis equipment and intravenous systems, as they prevent cross-contamination. The patent outlines various embodiments of the pinch clamp system, including a motor, a mechanical drive unit, a displaceable pinching element, and a sensor to measure the position of the pinching element. [Extracted from the article]

A recent preprint abstract discusses a low-cost and flexible oxygen control system using Arduino microcontrollers and a commercial optical oxygen sensor. The system was used in experiments with mormyrid fish to measure dissolved oxygen levels under different conditions. The microcontroller-based system successfully produced the desired experimental conditions with high precision, except for one setup where the lowest oxygen level could not be reached. This research has not yet undergone peer review. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for a computerized sensor system and mouthguard device developed by OTIS Dental Inc. The device uses wireless mouthguards with pressure sensors to measure bite compression forces in patients with bruxism, a condition characterized by excessive teeth grinding or jaw clenching. The mouthguard includes a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) with a sensor embedded at a specific point of bite force, a microcontroller, and a power supply. The sensor generates signals that are transmitted to an external computing device for analysis. This technology aims to provide a more accurate and convenient method for diagnosing and monitoring bruxism. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for systems and methods for automated makeup application. The invention aims to address the time-consuming and unhygienic aspects of traditional makeup application, as well as the limited options for foundation shades, particularly for women of color. The automated system allows users to select a desired makeup style and applies the makeup to their face. It records a face map and facial colors, calculates the quantity of formula needed, collects and releases the formula, mixes it, and sprays it onto the user's face through an airbrush nozzle. The system also emphasizes personal hygiene, accuracy in color matching, and foundation application. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for a handle for an oral-care implement, such as an electric toothbrush, that can be safely and hygienically disinfected for use by multiple users. The handle includes a dedicated disinfection mode that agitates a liquid disinfecting medium, removing trapped air bubbles and undesirable substances from hard-to-reach surfaces. The handle also has multiple oral-hygiene modes with different frequencies and amplitudes. The disinfection mode has a modulated frequency that alternates within a range of 140 Hz to 250 Hz. The patent was filed by Braun GmbH and published online on May 14, 2024. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a handheld electronic device designed to teach breathing techniques for stress reduction. The device uses visual and vibrational haptic outputs to guide users through specific breathing patterns. It is intended to provide an immediate and repeatable solution for stress relief that can be used anywhere and anytime. The device may also include a base unit that dispenses the aroma of essential oils for additional stress reduction. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application titled "Hyperthermic Humidification System" has been published online by the US Patent and Trademark Office. The inventors, Bamford, Cortez, and Niland, have developed a humidification system for delivering humidified breathing gas to patients. The system includes a vapor transfer unit and a base unit, with various configurations and features such as liquid passages, breathing gas passages, vapor transfer devices, pumps, heaters, sensors, and indicators. The invention aims to reduce the risk of bacterial contamination in respiratory airway therapy devices used in clinical and hospital settings. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for an apparatus that heats smokeable material without burning it, potentially providing an alternative to traditional smoking products. The apparatus consists of a heater with independently controllable heating regions arranged along a longitudinal axis. The invention aims to volatilize components of the smokeable material without creating tobacco smoke. The patent application includes various claims and specifications for the apparatus. [Extracted from the article]

Becton Dickinson and Company has been issued a patent for a smart vial adapter that can perform various functions related to drug administration. The adapter, which can be attached to a vial, includes electronic components that allow it to capture doses, monitor conditions, and report information. These functions can include measuring the dose drawn from the vial, monitoring the vial temperature, and capturing other parameters related to the drug. The recorded information can be communicated to a companion application on a computer or smartphone. The patent provides a detailed description of the vial adapter and its components. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been filed for a "talking dental glove" that can be worn by patients or medical practitioners during dental treatment to communicate messages. The glove includes contact sensors, a suction button, a pulse rate sensor, an LCD screen, a speaker, a power source, and a microcontroller. The microcontroller can generate drive signals to actuate the speaker and reproduce messages based on contact patterns detected by the sensors. The glove also has the ability to monitor pulse rate and provide alerts if the heart rate exceeds a threshold. The patent application was filed by inventors from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University in Saudi Arabia. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for an electrosurgical generator control system by inventors Igor Gorin, Michael Nguyen, and Joanna Pang. The patent, assigned to Applied Medical Resources Corporation, describes an electrosurgical system that uses radiofrequency energy to perform surgical tasks. The system includes a digital closed-loop control system that regulates the delivery of energy to the surgical instrument, enhancing accuracy and stability. The system is designed to provide optimal output for sealing, fusing, and cutting tissue under various conditions. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a sanitization system and methods to prevent nosocomial infections and contamination in various settings. The system includes a grate for users to stand on, a first sanitization modality using UV light to sanitize the top and sides of shoes, and a second sanitization modality using UV light, disinfectant solutions, or liquids to sanitize the bottom of shoes. The application also describes a sanitization kiosk, station, and platform, as well as a sanitization method. The system can be customized with different modes, durations, and intensities of sanitization, and includes features such as a user interface, microcontroller, and motion sensors. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for a differential pressure sensor for an aerosol delivery device. The patent, assigned to RAI Strategic Holdings Inc., describes an aerosol delivery device that includes a housing, a heating element, and a sensor that measures the differential pressure between ambient atmospheric pressure and the pressure caused by airflow through the device. The sensor converts these measurements into electrical signals, which are then processed by a microprocessor. The device aims to provide an alternative to traditional smoking products by vaporizing or heating a volatile material without the need for combustion. The patent also mentions the use of waterproof materials to protect the sensor and microprocessor. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a magnetic holder and kit that includes a personal care implement. The inventors aim to address the challenge of effectively cleaning teeth and gums, particularly in hard-to-reach areas, and ensuring proper brushing time. The kit includes a magnetic holder with a timer that is activated when the personal care implement is detached. The inventors also highlight the need for hygienic storage and drying of the personal care implement to prevent bacterial growth. The patent application provides detailed claims and descriptions of the kit and magnetic holder. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for a hookah device developed by inventors from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The device aims to address some of the health risks associated with traditional hookah smoking by providing an alternative that does not emit smoke and eliminates the need for burning charcoal. The device includes ultrasonic mist generator devices, a driver device for activation, and a hookah attachment arrangement. It also features a wireless communication system that allows for control and monitoring of the device through a computing device such as a smartphone. The patent provides detailed descriptions and claims for the various components and features of the hookah device. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Middle Technical University have developed a device to reduce brain temperature and mitigate the risk of permanent brain damage in patients. The device consists of Peltier cooling elements, a helmet made of plastic tubes, cold water circulation, an Arduino Mega microcontroller, temperature sensors, and a NodeMCU ESP8266 Wi-Fi microcontroller. The patient's temperature data is transferred via the Internet of Things (IoT) and displayed online. The practical results showed a decrease in patient temperature within 8-12 minutes. The effectiveness of the device was confirmed by comparing the results with previous studies. [Extracted from the article]

The switching arrangement as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processor are communicatively interconnected; and the first processor is further programmed to: send a digital ON signal to the OR gate; and send a notification signal to the second processor. The switching arrangement as claimed in claim 10, wherein each of the processors is further programmed to: compare the read fourth position signal with the received first position signal; and generate an error message if the read fourth position signal is different from the received first position signal. The switching arrangement as claimed in claim 10, wherein each of the processors is further programmed to: compare the read first position signal with the received fourth position signal; and generate an error message if the read first position signal is different from the received fourth position signal. [Extracted from the article]

The essential oil diffusion using device according to claim 1, wherein the atomization circuit comprises a power supply circuit, a microcontroller unit (MCU) control circuit, an atomization driving circuit, an atomization control circuit and a fan control circuit; wherein the power supply circuit is configured to provide a power to the MCU control circuit, the MCU control circuit is configured to control the atomization control circuit through the atomization driving circuit, the atomization control circuit is configured to control the atomization sheet, and the MCU control circuit is further configured to control the fan control circuit. "In an embodiment, the atomization circuit includes a power supply circuit, a microcontroller unit (MCU) control circuit, an atomization driving circuit, an atomization control circuit and a fan control circuit; the power supply circuit is configured to provide a power to the MCU control circuit, the MCU control circuit is configured to control the atomization control circuit through the atomization driving circuit, the atomization control circuit is configured to control the atomization sheet, and the MCU control circuit is further configured to control the fan control circuit. "The above Patent Application provides the essential oil diffuser, which cannot meet needs of the consumers because the smell concentration of the emitted essential oil is unbalanced, the effect of delaying the diffusion of the essential oil is not very good.". [Extracted from the article]

"Further, after the step "the detected acceleration value reaches the preset value" comprises: controlling the acceleration sensor to enter a gesture recognition mode, and the step "detecting the specific operation of the capsule apparatus" is specifically comprises: controlling the acceleration sensor to continuously detect the acceleration value so as to determine a specific operation of the capsule apparatus. The starting method of claim 5, wherein after the step "the detected acceleration value reaches the preset value" comprises: controlling the acceleration sensor to enter a gesture recognition mode; wherein the step "detecting a specific operation of the capsule apparatus" comprises: controlling the acceleration sensor to continuously detect the acceleration value to determine the specific operation of the capsule apparatus. The starting method of claim 5, wherein the step "driving the power supply to supply power to the working system inside the capsule apparatus" comprises: controlling a second MOS tube of the switching element to be connected to power on the working system by the acceleration sensor.". [Extracted from the article]

A method, comprising: measuring motion and acoustic signatures of physiological processes of a human subject; calculating a first feature-related data from the motion and acoustic signatures; sending the first feature-related data to a machine learning service; and determining a predicted detection of human scratching activity by the machine-learning service by performing a machine-learning operation on the feature-related data. The method comprises measuring motion and acoustic signatures of physiological processes of a human subject; calculating a first feature-related data from the motion and acoustic signatures; sending the first feature-related data to a machine learning service; and determining a predicted detection of human scratching activity by the machine-learning service by performing a machine-learning operation on the feature-related data. The electronic device comprises an inertial measurement unit (IMU) for detecting the motion and acoustic signatures; a microcontroller unit (MCU) communicatively coupled to the IMU; wherein the IMU is operably in direct mechanical communication with the skin of the subject; wherein the MCU calculates feature-related data from the motion and acoustic signatures; wherein the MCU sends the feature-related data to a machine learning service executing on the MCU; and the machine-learning service predicts the detection of human scratching activity by the human subject by performing a first machine-learning operation on the feature-related data. [Extracted from the article]

Krakow, Poland, Europe, Electronics, Microcontroller Keywords: Krakow; Poland; Europe; Electronics; Microcontroller EN Krakow Poland Europe Electronics Microcontroller 6630 6630 1 09/11/23 20230915 NES 230915 2023 SEP 15 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Research findings on Electronics are discussed in a new report. [Extracted from the article]

The electronic device of claim 1, further comprising a first resistor connected with a constant power source between the signal detection terminal and the monitoring terminal, and a second resistor connected with a ground between the signal detection terminal and the monitoring terminal. The electronic device of claim 1, further comprising a resistor connected with a constant power source between the signal detection terminal and the monitoring terminal, wherein the MCU includes a switching circuit for shorting or opening the monitoring terminal and a ground. The electronic device of claim 4, wherein the signal detection terminal includes a first signal detection terminal disposed on the first circuit board and a second signal detection terminal disposed on the second circuit board, and the ground terminal includes a first ground terminal disposed on the first circuit board and a second ground terminal disposed on the second circuit board. [Extracted from the article]

The intelligent seat of claim 13, wherein the posture measuring device comprises another two fiber optic sensors, whereby four fiber optic sensors are respectively arranged in a left front side, a right front side, a left rear side, and a right rear side; and all the four fiber optic sensors are electrically connected with the signal processing unit." The posture measuring device comprises two fiber optic sensors, a signal processing unit electrically connected to the two fiber optic sensors respectively, and a power supply unit electrically connected to the signal processing unit. The posture measuring device of claim 1, wherein the posture measuring device comprises another two fiber optic sensors, whereby four fiber optic sensors are respectively arranged in a left front side, a right front side, a left rear side, and a right rear side; and all the four fiber optic sensors are electrically connected with the signal processing unit. [Extracted from the article]

The program instructions are operable to instruct the microcontroller to continuously sample the electrocardiographic signals and the physiological data at set times into the non-volatile memory device and to offload the non-volatile memory device to the external data device via the transceiver circuit. A microcontroller circuit is provided circumferentially within the housing and includes a microcontroller operable under program instructions stored within a non-volatile memory device. The program instructions define instructions for the microcontroller to continuously sample the electrocardiographic signals into the non-volatile memory device and to offload the non-volatile memory device to the external data device via the transceiver circuit. [Extracted from the article]

"The mask body houses the nasal interface and the exhalation valve and wherein the voice coil actuated air switch and pressure sensor are external to the mask body. CPAP therapy typically uses a CPAP machine that delivers air to a CPAP mask that is attached to the CPAP machine. "The mask further includes a first hose that couples the air switch inlet to an air outlet of the positive airway pressure machine and a second hose that couples the air switch outlet to the air outlet of the positive airway pressure mask body. The mask of claim 4 wherein the mask body houses the nasal interface, the voice coil actuated air switch, and the exhalation valve and wherein the pressure sensor is external to the mask body. [Extracted from the article]

The vaporization device of claim 1, wherein the carbon monoxide sensor is configured to measure an amount of carbon monoxide and/or carbon monoxide present in a user's breath. The vaporization device of claim 2, further comprising: a microcontroller in communication with the first activation element and the second activation element, the microcontroller configured to vary an amount of power applied to the first activation element and the second activation element. The vaporization device of claim 11, further comprising: a microcontroller in communication with the first activation element and the second activation element, the microcontroller configured to vary an amount of power applied to the first activation element and the second activation element. [Extracted from the article]

"In some arrangements, the driver device is connected electrically to each of the mist generator devices by a data bus and the driver device is configured to identify and control each mist generator device using a respective unique identifier for the mist generator device." The hookah device of claim 1, wherein the microcontroller is configured to identify and control each mist generator device using a respective unique identifier for the mist generator device. The hookah device of claim 1, wherein the microcontroller is configured to control each microchip and each respective mist generator device to activate independently of the other mist generator devices. [Extracted from the article]

"U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2004/0031495 A1, published on Feb. 19, 2004 for Steinberg discloses a vaporization pipe with flame filter which uses a flame to vaporize the smoking sub stance. The device of claim 4, wherein removal of the mouthpiece exposes the vaporization chamber, and replacement of the mouthpiece closes the vaporization chamber. The portable device of claim 13, wherein the at least one state of the vaporization chamber is that the vaporization chamber has reached a prescribed operating temperature. [Extracted from the article]

The smoking set control circuit according to claim 2, wherein the first sampling circuit and/or the second sampling circuit further comprise a bypass switch; the bypass switch is connected in parallel with the sampling resistor, and a control terminal of the bypass switch is configured to receive a first control signal output by the microcontroller; the first control signal is configured to control on and off of the bypass switch. The smoking set control circuit according to claim 2, wherein the first sampling circuit and the second sampling circuit further comprise a filter circuit; the filter circuit is electrically connected with an output terminal of the operational amplifier, and is configured to filter the sampling current output by the operational amplifier. The smoking set control circuit according to claim 7, wherein the boost circuit further comprises a filter circuit which is electrically connected between the output terminal of the second power tube and the heater. [Extracted from the article]

The following quote was obtained by the news editors from the background information supplied by the inventors: "Smoking articles such as cigarettes and cigars burn tobacco to produce smoke during use. When tobacco is inserted into the electronic cigarette, it will trigger a tobacco heating signal, and the tobacco heating signal will control a tobacco heating element to operate so as to bake the tobacco. Triggering modes of the tobacco heating signal include the following cases: after the tobacco is inserted into the cavity of the electronic cigarette, the tobacco presses a pressure sensor in the cavity of the electronic cigarette, and the pressure sensor detects the change in pressure to generate the tobacco heating signal; or after the tobacco is inserted into the cavity of the electronic cigarette, a capacitance sensor in the cavity of the electronic cigarette detects the change in capacitance to generate the tobacco heating signal; alternatively, after the tobacco is inserted into the cavity of the electronic cigarette, the tobacco presses a touch switch in the cavity of the electronic cigarette, and then the touch switch is triggered to send the tobacco heating signal. [Extracted from the article]