A system of fabric-based devices designed as transistors with tri-state behavior that can measure any geometries on 2D and 3D surfaces. The devices are constructed from layers of conductive materials and flexible sheets that allow signals to selectively cross between layers. Multiple layers of conductive signals can be achieved by controlling the tension of the top and bottom thread, and interlayering conductive, semiconductive, insulating, and semi-porous materials around a sensing layer. The layers can be further modified to include folds and cuts that allow for 2D and 3D bending, stretching, twisting, and curves. Large sheets of devices can be organized into grid-like matrixes, with signal wires connected in a multiplexed fashion to minimize the amount of threads to simplify construction and device communication to a central processing unit.
G01L 1/18 - Measuring force or stress, in general using properties of piezo-resistive materials, i.e. materials of which the ohmic resistance varies according to changes in magnitude or direction of force applied to the material
D05C 17/00 - Embroidered or tufted productsBase fabrics specially adapted for embroidered workInserts for producing surface irregularities in embroidered products
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Methods of manufacturing devices for static and dynamic body measurements
A method of fabricating a sensor for static and dynamic body measurements, comprising providing a first layer serving as a flexible support material; disposing a second layer on the first layer, the second layer serving as a sensing material; disposing a third layer on the second layer, the third layer comprising an insulating material; coupling the second layer and the third layer using a first electrode comprising a first conductive thread and a first non-conductive thread, the first conductive thread embedded in the second layer; and coupling the first layer and the second layer using a second electrode comprising a second conductive thread and a second non-conductive thread, the second conductive thread embedded in the second layer.
G01L 1/20 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in ohmic resistance of solid materials or of electrically-conductive fluidsMeasuring force or stress, in general by making use of electrokinetic cells, i.e. liquid-containing cells wherein an electrical potential is produced or varied upon the application of stress
A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
A61B 5/053 - Measuring electrical impedance or conductance of a portion of the body
A61B 5/0536 - Impedance imaging, e.g. by tomography
A61B 5/08 - Measuring devices for evaluating the respiratory organs
A61B 5/11 - Measuring movement of the entire body or parts thereof, e.g. head or hand tremor or mobility of a limb
G01B 7/16 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring the deformation in a solid, e.g. by resistance strain gauge
A system of fabric-based devices designed as transistors with tri-state behavior that can measure any geometries on 2D and 3D surfaces. The devices are constructed from layers of conductive materials and flexible sheets that allow signals to selectively cross between layers. Multiple layers of conductive signals can be achieved by controlling the tension of the top and bottom thread, and interlayering conductive, semiconductive, insulating, and semi-porous materials around a sensing layer. The layers can be further modified to include folds and cuts that allow for 2D and 3D bending, stretching, twisting, and curves. Large sheets of devices can be organized into grid-like matrixes, with signal wires connected in a multiplexed fashion to minimize the amount of threads to simplify construction and device communication to a central processing unit.
G01L 1/18 - Measuring force or stress, in general using properties of piezo-resistive materials, i.e. materials of which the ohmic resistance varies according to changes in magnitude or direction of force applied to the material
D05C 17/00 - Embroidered or tufted productsBase fabrics specially adapted for embroidered workInserts for producing surface irregularities in embroidered products
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CONNECTORS FOR INTEGRATING CONDUCTIVE THREADS TO NON-COMPATIBLE ELECTROMECHANICAL DEVICES
An electrical circuit assembly comprising: a circuit component, a fabric-based component, and a fastener is disclosed along with methods for fabricating the electrical circuit assembly and for using the electrical circuit assembly. The circuit component may comprise: a substrate layer comprising an integrated circuit disposed on the substrate layer; and a first conductive linkage electrically coupled to the integrated circuit. The fabric-based component may comprise: a fabric layer comprising a first at least one conductive thread; and a second conductive linkage electrically coupled to the first at least one conductive thread. The fastener may be configured to couple the circuit component and the fabric-based component at the first conductive linkage and the second conductive linkage.
B32B 5/06 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments characterised by a fibrous layer needled to another layer, e.g. of fibres, of paper
B32B 3/26 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D04B 1/14 - Other fabrics or articles characterised primarily by the use of particular thread materials
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Systems, methods, and devices for static and dynamic body measurements
In various aspects, embodiments of the disclosure are generally directed to measuring static and dynamic forces of a body using sensors. In particular, a sensor may include a first layer serving as a flexible support material; a second layer on the first layer, the second layer serving as a sensing material; and a third layer on the second layer, the third layer comprising an insulating material. Further, the second layer and the third layer may be coupled using a first electrode comprising a first conductive thread and a first non-conductive thread. Additionally, the first conductive thread may be embedded in the second layer. Also, the first layer and the second layer may be further coupled using a second electrode comprising a second conductive thread and a second non-conductive thread, the second conductive thread may be embedded in the second layer.
G01L 1/14 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in capacitance or inductance of electrical elements, e.g. by measuring variations of frequency of electrical oscillators
G01B 7/16 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring the deformation in a solid, e.g. by resistance strain gauge
A61B 5/053 - Measuring electrical impedance or conductance of a portion of the body
G01L 1/20 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in ohmic resistance of solid materials or of electrically-conductive fluidsMeasuring force or stress, in general by making use of electrokinetic cells, i.e. liquid-containing cells wherein an electrical potential is produced or varied upon the application of stress
A system of fibers, filaments, and/or other electrically conductive materials forms an electrically conductive-to-semi-conductive yarn that can be assembled into a textile for measurement of voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, inductance, RF, and/or EM signals. Textiles are formed through weaving, knitting, lacing, and/or non-woven mechanical methods of yarn-making into 2D/3D structures. Textile-based electrodes can be formed via folding, cutting, layering, sewing, and/or embroidering patterns to control signal transmission within/through the electrode. Multiple electrodes are positioned on a surface (e.g., a body) to sequentially or simultaneously perform multiple diagnostic modalities (e.g., electrocardiography, electromyography, electrooculography, electroencephalogram, bioelectrical impedance analysis, skin impedance analysis, and/or electrodermal activity). These modalities are multiplexed using an optimized electrode set through amplitude and frequency deconvolution and filtering algorithms to minimize the quantity of electrodes and connections on the surface while maximizing signal-to-noise ratio, differential and common mode noise rejection, and elimination of external signals (e.g., RF and EM noise).
A system of fabric-based devices designed as transistors with tri-state behavior that can measure any geometries on 2D and 3D surfaces. The devices are constructed from layers of conductive materials and flexible sheets that allow signals to selectively cross between layers. Multiple layers of conductive signals can be achieved by controlling the tension of the top and bottom thread, and interlayering conductive, semiconductive, insulating, and semi-porous materials around a sensing layer. The layers can be further modified to include folds and cuts that allow for 2D and 3D bending, stretching, twisting, and curves. Large sheets of devices can be organized into grid-like matrixes, with signal wires connected in a multiplexed fashion to minimize the amount of threads to simplify construction and device communication to a central processing unit.
G01L 1/12 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in the magnetic properties of materials resulting from the application of stress
G01L 1/14 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in capacitance or inductance of electrical elements, e.g. by measuring variations of frequency of electrical oscillators
G01L 1/18 - Measuring force or stress, in general using properties of piezo-resistive materials, i.e. materials of which the ohmic resistance varies according to changes in magnitude or direction of force applied to the material
G01L 1/20 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in ohmic resistance of solid materials or of electrically-conductive fluidsMeasuring force or stress, in general by making use of electrokinetic cells, i.e. liquid-containing cells wherein an electrical potential is produced or varied upon the application of stress
G01L 1/26 - Auxiliary measures taken, or devices used, in connection with the measurement of force, e.g. for preventing influence of transverse components of force, for preventing overload
G01L 5/101 - Apparatus for, or methods of, measuring force, work, mechanical power, or torque, specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring tension in flexible members, e.g. ropes, cables, wires, threads, belts or bands using electrical means using sensors inserted into the flexible member
G01L 5/16 - Apparatus for, or methods of, measuring force, work, mechanical power, or torque, specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring several components of force
An electrical circuit assembly comprising: a circuit component, a fabric-based component, and a fastener is disclosed along with methods for fabricating the electrical circuit assembly and for using the electrical circuit assembly. The circuit component may comprise: a substrate layer 310 comprising an integrated circuit 311 disposed on the substrate layer; and a first conductive linkage 313 electrically coupled to the integrated circuit. The fabric-based component may comprise: a fabric layer 330 comprising a first at least one conductive thread; and a second conductive linkage 334 electrically coupled to the first at least one conductive thread. The fastener 321, 322 may be configured to couple the circuit component and the fabric-based component at the first conductive linkage and the second conductive linkage.
An electrical circuit assembly comprising: a circuit component, a fabric-based component, and a fastener is disclosed along with methods for fabricating the electrical circuit assembly and for using the electrical circuit assembly. The circuit component may comprise: a substrate layer comprising an integrated circuit disposed on the substrate layer; and a first conductive linkage electrically coupled to the integrated circuit. The fabric-based component may comprise: a fabric layer comprising a first at least one conductive thread; and a second conductive linkage electrically coupled to the first at least one conductive thread. The fastener may be configured to couple the circuit component and the fabric-based component at the first conductive linkage and the second conductive linkage.
B32B 5/06 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments characterised by a fibrous layer needled to another layer, e.g. of fibres, of paper
B32B 3/26 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D04B 1/14 - Other fabrics or articles characterised primarily by the use of particular thread materials
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10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
24 - Textiles and textile goods
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
27 - Floor and wall coverings
Goods & Services
Sensors for monitoring, measuring, and capturing human biometric data, biomechanical data, and body movement data; downloadable computer software for receiving of sensor data relating to biometrics, biomechanics, and body movement; wearable communication devices featuring software for collecting, processing and transmitting information relating to human biometric data, biomechanical data, and body movement data; computer software for creating, recording, managing, editing, organizing, uploading, downloading, accessing, viewing, posting, displaying, tagging, modifying, transferring, linking, storage and use of data and information; electronic monitoring devices incorporating microprocessors, digital display, and accelerometers, for detecting, storing, reporting, monitoring, uploading and downloading sport, fitness training, and activity data to the internet; Wearable sensors and monitors used to track, measure, and capture human biometric data, biomechanical data, and body movement data. Wearable computing devices used for medical and health monitoring and recording purposes that are incorporated into clothing, footwear, headgear, textiles, and fabrics. Fabric sold as an integral component of compression garments. Beanies; caps; headwear; vests; base layers; socks; footwear incorporating sensors to receive and transmit human biometric data and body movement data; all aforementioned excluding garments made using circular looms for seamless production. Artificial turf; yoga mats; personal exercise mats; floor mats; textile floor mats; wooden floor mats; carpeting; rugs; protective floor coverings; floor coverings made of wood; floor coverings made of tile; resilient hard surface covering for floors; all of the foregoing featuring electronic built-in technology consisting of sensors, microcontrollers and transceivers for allowing internet and external device connectivity, and application software using artificial intelligence for use therewith, sold as a unit.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
27 - Floor and wall coverings
Goods & Services
(1) Sensors for monitoring, measuring, and capturing human biometric data, biomechanical data, and body movement data; downloadable computer software for receiving of sensor data relating to biometrics, biomechanics, and body movement; wearable devices featuring software for collecting, processing and transmitting information relating to human biometric data, biomechanical data, and body movement data; computer software for creating, recording, managing, editing, organizing, uploading, downloading, accessing, viewing, posting, displaying, tagging, modifying, transferring, linking, storage and use of data and information; electronic monitoring devices incorporating microprocessors, digital display, and accelerometers, for detecting, storing, reporting, monitoring, uploading and downloading sport, fitness training, and activity data to the internet
(2) Wearable sensors and monitors used to track, measure, and capture human biometric data, biomechanical data, and body movement data; wearable computing devices used for medical and health monitoring and recording purposes that are incorporated into clothing, footwear, headgear, textiles, and fabrics; compression sleeves; compression garments; fabric sold as an integral component of compression garments
(3) Compression sleeves sold as an integral component of sportswear clothing; beanies; caps; headwear; vests; base layers; socks; clothing and footwear incorporating sensors to receive and transmit human biometric data and body movement data
(4) Artificial turf; yoga mats; personal exercise mats; floor mats; textile floor mats; wooden floor mats; carpeting; rugs; protective floor coverings; floor coverings made of wood; floor coverings made of tile; resilient hard surface covering for floors; all of the foregoing featuring electronic built-in technology consisting of sensors, microcontrollers and transceivers for allowing internet and external device connectivity, and application software using artificial intelligence for use therewith, sold as a unit
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
19 - Non-metallic building materials
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
Goods & Services
Artificial turf; yoga mats; personal exercise mats; floor mats; textile floor mats; wooden floor mats; carpeting; rugs; protective floor coverings; floor coverings made of wood; resilient hard surface covering for floors; all of the foregoing featuring electronic built-in technology consisting of sensors, microcontrollers, and transceivers for allowing internet and external device connectivity, and downloadable application software using artificial intelligence for operating the technology, sold as a unit Tile flooring of metal featuring electronic built-in technology consisting of sensors, microcontrollers, and transceivers for allowing internet and external device connectivity, and downloadable application software using artificial intelligence for operating the technology, sold as a unit Sensors for monitoring, measuring, and capturing human biometric data, biomechanical data, and body movement data, not for medical purposes; downloadable computer software for receiving of sensor data relating to biometrics, biomechanics, and body movement; wearable electronic devices in the nature of activity trackers featuring downloadable software for collecting, processing, and transmitting information relating to human biometric data, biomechanical data, and body movement data; downloadable and recorded computer software for creating, recording, managing, editing, organizing, uploading, downloading, accessing, viewing, posting, displaying, tagging, modifying, transferring, linking, storing, and using data and information; electronic monitoring devices incorporating microprocessors, digital display, and accelerometers, for detecting, storing, reporting, and monitoring sport, fitness training, and physical activity data, and for uploading and downloading sport, fitness training, and physical activity data to from the internet Wearable sensors and monitors used to track, measure, and capture human biometric data, biomechanical data, and body movement data for medical purposes; compression sleeves; compression garments; fabric sold as an integral component of compression garments Tile flooring, not of metal, featuring electronic built-in technology consisting of sensors, microcontrollers, and transceivers for allowing internet and external device connectivity, and downloadable application software using artificial intelligence for operating the technology, sold as a unit Compression sleeves sold as an integral component of sportswear clothing, namely, athletic shorts and jerseys; beanies; caps being headwear; headwear; vests; base layers being clothing; socks; clothing, namely, tops and bottoms incorporating sensors to receive and transmit human biometric data and body movement data; footwear incorporating sensors to receive and transmit human biometric data and body movement data; wearable computing devices in the nature of activity trackers used for medical and health monitoring and recording purposes that are incorporated into clothing, namely, tops and bottoms; wearable computing devices in the nature of activity trackers used for medical and health monitoring and recording purposes that are incorporated into footwear and headwear
In various aspects, embodiments of the disclosure are generally directed to measuring static and dynamic forces of a body using sensors. In particular, a sensor may include a first layer serving as a flexible support material; a second layer on the first layer, the second layer serving as a sensing material; and a third layer on the second layer, the third layer comprising an insulating material. Further, the second layer and the third layer may be coupled using a first electrode comprising a first conductive thread and a first non-conductive thread, and the first conductive thread may be embedded in the second layer. Also, the first layer and the second layer may be further coupled using a second electrode comprising a second conductive thread and a second non-conductive thread, and the second conductive thread may be embedded in the second layer. In some embodiments, the sensor is stitched, threaded, embroidered, sewn, adhered, and so on, into apparel, such as socks, gloves, shirts, pants, undergarments, hats, and so on.
G01L 1/20 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in ohmic resistance of solid materials or of electrically-conductive fluidsMeasuring force or stress, in general by making use of electrokinetic cells, i.e. liquid-containing cells wherein an electrical potential is produced or varied upon the application of stress
G01L 1/14 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in capacitance or inductance of electrical elements, e.g. by measuring variations of frequency of electrical oscillators
G01B 7/16 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring the deformation in a solid, e.g. by resistance strain gauge
A61B 5/08 - Measuring devices for evaluating the respiratory organs
A61B 5/053 - Measuring electrical impedance or conductance of a portion of the body
A61B 5/0492 - Electrodes specially adapted therefor, e.g. needle electrodes
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Methods of manufacturing devices for static and dynamic body measurements
A method of fabricating a sensor for static and dynamic body measurements, comprising providing a first layer serving as a flexible support material; disposing a second layer on the first layer, the second layer serving as a sensing material; disposing a third layer on the second layer, the third layer comprising an insulating material; coupling the second layer and the third layer using a first electrode comprising a first conductive thread and a first non-conductive thread, the first conductive thread embedded in the second layer; and coupling the first layer and the second layer using a second electrode comprising a second conductive thread and a second non-conductive thread, the second conductive thread embedded in the second layer.
G01L 1/20 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in ohmic resistance of solid materials or of electrically-conductive fluidsMeasuring force or stress, in general by making use of electrokinetic cells, i.e. liquid-containing cells wherein an electrical potential is produced or varied upon the application of stress
G01B 7/16 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring the deformation in a solid, e.g. by resistance strain gauge
In various aspects, embodiments of the disclosure are generally directed to measuring static and dynamic forces of a body using sensors. In particular, a sensor may include a first layer serving as a flexible support material; a second layer on the first layer, the second layer serving as a sensing material; and a third layer on the second layer, the third layer comprising an insulating material. Further, the second layer and the third layer may be coupled using a first electrode comprising a first conductive thread and a first non-conductive thread. Additionally, the first conductive thread may be embedded in the second layer. Also, the first layer and the second layer may be further coupled using a second electrode comprising a second conductive thread and a second non-conductive thread, the second conductive thread may be embedded in the second layer.
G01L 1/14 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in capacitance or inductance of electrical elements, e.g. by measuring variations of frequency of electrical oscillators
A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
A61B 5/0205 - Simultaneously evaluating both cardiovascular conditions and different types of body conditions, e.g. heart and respiratory condition
G01L 1/20 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in ohmic resistance of solid materials or of electrically-conductive fluidsMeasuring force or stress, in general by making use of electrokinetic cells, i.e. liquid-containing cells wherein an electrical potential is produced or varied upon the application of stress
G01B 7/16 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring the deformation in a solid, e.g. by resistance strain gauge
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
Goods & Services
Sensors for measuring body movement, not for medical use sold as components of protective helmets Sensors for measuring body movement, not for medical use sold as components of compression sleeves for athletic use Sensors for measuring body movement, not for medical use sold as components of t-shirts, pants and insoles
Sensors made from fabric for medical use to be worn by a human to gather physical movement data sold as components of braces for limbs and joints, for medical use
