A method for prediction of a head impact event mechanism via an instrumented mouthguard device comprises receiving, as input, time series data representative of a head impact event, wherein the time series data is derived from the instrumented mouthguard device. The instrumented mouthguard device includes one or more accelerometers. The method further comprises generating an array of spatial coordinates representing points on a computer head model, and processing the time series data to determine a direction of impact and location of impact relative to the computer head model.
Technology facilitates dynamic variability of head impact data recordal, for example, in the context of instrumented mouthguard devices. Some embodiments have been developed to facilitate an event recoding protocol that dynamically adjusts event recoding parameters thereby to provide appropriate data for both “short” and “prolonged” impact events. For example, various embodiments include methods for recording impact events in respect of an instrumented mouthguard device, such methods including dynamically adjusting a period of time for which event data is recorded for a given event responsive to length of time for which an over-threshold condition persists.
The present invention relates, in various embodiments, to an oral device, such as a protective mouthguard device configured to enable measurement of circulatory system parameters. For example, in some embodiments the invention relates to an instrumented mouthguard device which is configured to enable measurement of pulse and/or oxygen saturation via tissue illumination methods. While some embodiments will be described herein with particular reference to those applications, it will be appreciated that the invention is not limited to such a field of use, and is applicable in broader contexts.
A61B 5/00 - Mesure servant à établir un diagnostic Identification des individus
A61B 5/1455 - Mesure des caractéristiques du sang in vivo, p. ex. de la concentration des gaz dans le sang ou de la valeur du pH du sang en utilisant des capteurs optiques, p. ex. des oxymètres à photométrie spectrale
A63B 71/08 - Moyens protecteurs du corps pour joueurs ou sportifs
4.
Processing of data collected via an instrumented mouthgaurd device, including identification of false impacts
The present disclosure relates to technology adapted for improved assessment of brain injuries in a human subject. For example, in some embodiments the invention relates to improved processing of data collected via an instrumented mouthguard device, including identification of false impacts. It will be appreciated that the invention is not limited to such a field of use, and is applicable in broader contexts. For example, the technology may be applied to detect other changes in physical performance, beyond head injuries. Furthermore, the technology may be applied in respect of other wearable devices which detect/measure head impacts, for example helmets.
The present invention relates, in various embodiments, to multi-layered instrumented mouthguard devices, and methods for manufacturing of instrumented mouthguard devices. For example, this includes processes by which instrumented mouthguards, which include components such as accelerometer modules which enable monitoring of head movements of a mouthguard wearer, are manufactured with three or more material layers, and mouthguards formed via such methods.
Instrumented mouthguards include components such as accelerometer modules that enable monitoring of head movements of a mouthguard wearer. Various embodiments that provide instrumented mouthguard devices and components configured for use in instrumented mouthguard devices, including flexible circuit board substrates. In some embodiments, the flexible circuit board substrate is configured to allow sizing irregularities resultant from customization of the mouthguard body to a specific wearer.
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Produits et services
Computer software for wearable devices; computer software
for processing motion sensor data; computer software for
assessing physical impacts; computer software for use with
instrumented sporting mouthguard devices; software being
algorithms for prediction of medical conditions; software
being algorithms for detection of potential brain injuries;
software being algorithms for processing data for medical
purposes. Data processing services, namely processing of data relating
to physical impacts; data processing services, namely
processing of data derived from motion sensors; data
processing services, namely processing of data derived from
instrumented mouthguard devices. Analysis of motion sensor data for medical purposes; medical
diagnostic services.
8.
IMPROVED ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF BRAIN INJURIES USING A COMBINATION OF INSTRUMENTED MOUTHGUARD DEVICES AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE TESTING
The present invention relates, in various embodiments, to technology adapted for improved assessment of brain injuries in a human subject. In overview, improved assessment of brain injuries, and improved brain injury management, is chevied using a combination of impact-related data derived from instrumented mouthguard devices and human function performance testing. This human function performance testing may include brain function performance testing, and/or other forms of human function performance testing. This involves combining a data-driven understanding of a head impact event (based on data collected via an instrumented mouthguard device) with a data-driven understanding of human human function performance following that head impact event.
A61B 5/0205 - Évaluation simultanée de l'état cardio-vasculaire et de l'état d'autres parties du corps, p. ex. de l'état cardiaque et respiratoire
A61B 3/02 - Appareils pour l'examen optique des yeuxAppareils pour l'examen clinique des yeux du type à mesure subjective, c.-à-d. appareils de d’examen nécessitant la participation active du patient
A61B 5/11 - Mesure du mouvement du corps entier ou de parties de celui-ci, p. ex. tremblement de la tête ou des mains ou mobilité d'un membre
A61B 5/16 - Dispositifs pour la psychotechnieTest des temps de réaction
G06F 3/01 - Dispositions d'entrée ou dispositions d'entrée et de sortie combinées pour l'interaction entre l'utilisateur et le calculateur
G16H 50/50 - TIC spécialement adaptées au diagnostic médical, à la simulation médicale ou à l’extraction de données médicalesTIC spécialement adaptées à la détection, au suivi ou à la modélisation d’épidémies ou de pandémies pour la simulation ou la modélisation des troubles médicaux
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Produits et services
Downloadable computer software for processing impact data from wearable devices; downloadable computer software for processing motion sensor data; downloadable computer software for assessing physical impacts observed by motion sensor hardware; downloadable computer software for processing motion sensor data collected by instrumented sporting mouthguard devices; downloadable software being algorithms for prediction of medical conditions; downloadable software being algorithms for detection of potential brain injuries; downloadable software being algorithms for processing data for medical purposes Data processing services, namely, processing of data relating to physical impacts; data processing services, namely, processing of data derived from motion sensors; data processing services, namely, processing of data derived from instrumented mouthguard devices Analysis of motion sensor data for medical purposes, namely generation of data relating to brain or head injuries; medical diagnostic services relating to brain or head injuries
10.
TECHNOLOGY ADAPTED FOR IMPROVED ASSESSMENT OF COGNITIVE FUNCTION IN A HUMAN SUBJECT
Assessment of cognitive function affected by brain injuries is achieved. This included, but is not limited to, assessment of cognitive function affected by brain injuries, for example injuries sustained during sporting activities. A virtual reality system is used to apply controlled cognitive loading to the subject, via a series of distinct test types which in combination apply an increasing cognitive load over time. Results are optionally assessed in conjunction with data from an instrumented mouthguard and/or Finite Element Analysis (FEA) model.
A61B 5/16 - Dispositifs pour la psychotechnieTest des temps de réaction
11.
TECHNOLOGY ADAPTED TO FACILITATE USER-SPECIFIC CALIBRATION OF INSTRUMENTED MOUTHGUARD DEVICES, INCLUDING CALIBRATION METHODS FOR INSTRUMENTED MOUTHGUARD DEVICES
The present invention relates, in various embodiments, to technology adapted to facilitate user-specific calibration of instrumented mouthguard devices, including calibration methods for instrumented mouthguard devices. For example, this includes processes by which instrumented mouthguards, which include components such as accelerometer modules which enable monitoring of head movements of a mouthguard wearer, are calibrated for use by specific individuals. While some embodiments will be described herein with particular reference to those applications, it will be appreciated that the invention is not limited to such a field of use, and is applicable in broader contexts.
Described herein is technology relating to instrumented mouthguard devices, for example, instrumented mouthguards which include components such as accelerometer modules which enable monitoring of head movements of a mouthguard wearer. Various embodiments that provide instrumented mouthguard devices and components configured for use in instrumented mouthguard devices, including flexible circuit board substrates. In some embodiments the flexible circuit board substrate is configured to allow sizing irregularities resultant from customisation of the mouthguard body to a specific wearer.
Described herein is technology relating to instrumented mouthguard devices, for example, instrumented mouthguards which include components such as accelerometer modules which enable monitoring of head movements of a mouthguard wearer. Various embodiments that provide instrumented mouthguard devices and components configured for use in instrumented mouthguard devices, including flexible circuit board substrates. In some embodiments the flexible circuit board substrate is configured to allow sizing irregularities resultant from customisation of the mouthguard body to a specific wearer.
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Produits et services
Computer software that monitors and analyzes information collected by instrumented mouthguard devices carried on participants in a sporting event thereby to analyse head movements; instrumented mouthguards containing sensors capable of recording motion that allow monitoring and analyzing of information collected by those sensor devices carried on participants in a sporting event; devices, namely, instrumented mouthguard devices containing sensors capable of recording motion that collect data used for monitoring and analyzing of information regarding participants in a sporting event; circuit boards for instrumented mouthguards containing sensors capable of recording motion that allow monitoring and analyzing of information collected by those sensor devices carried on participants in a sporting event; circuit boards for instrumented mouthguard devices containing sensors capable of recording motion that collect data used for monitoring and analyzing of information regarding participants in a sporting event Electronically monitoring and analyzing data collected by sensor devices worn by sporting participants using computer technology for medical research purposes Electronically monitoring and analyzing data collected by sensor devices worn by sporting participants using computer technology for medical purposes
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10 - Appareils et instruments médicaux
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Produits et services
Mouthguards (teeth protectors); crash helmets; crash helmets
for cyclists; crash helmets for motorcyclists; helmets for
motorcyclists; helmets for protection against accidents;
helmets for protection against injury; helmets for use in
sports; sports helmets; shin pads for protection against
injury (other than sports articles or parts of sports
suits); impact sensors; head guards for sports; masks for
protecting the face (other than sporting apparatus); mouth
guards for sports; pads for protecting the body against
accident or injury (other than adapted for sports);
protective helmets for sports; protective sports helmets;
protective sports helmets for use in aquatic sports; shin
guards for protection against injury (other than sports
articles or parts of sports suits); application software;
bio-sensors; electric current sensors; infrared sensors;
level sensors; light sensors; magnetic flux sensors;
measuring sensors; microwave type intruder sensors; sensors
for real time data input apparatus; sensors for real time
data output apparatus; shock sensors; synchro sensors;
antennas for wireless communication apparatus; two-way
wireless communication systems; wireless communication
apparatus; wireless high frequency transmission instruments;
wireless pulse transmitters; wireless receiving apparatus;
wireless telephones; wireless transmission apparatus;
wireless transmitters; educational science apparatus and
instruments; machines for use in biological reactions in
laboratories (science); science sets for children being
instructional apparatus; science sets for children being
teaching apparatus; spectacles used in information science;
apparatus for setting the number of counters; apparatus for
use in electronic countermeasures; frequency counters;
mechanisms for counter-operated apparatus; pulse counters
(other than medical apparatus); pulse generators for
electronic revolution counters; revolution counters;
apparatus for collecting encoded data for supply to
computers; apparatus for controlling the input of data;
apparatus for controlling the output of data; apparatus for
controlling the processing of data; apparatus for
controlling the storage of data; apparatus for data
collection; apparatus for data communications between
computers; apparatus for data entry; apparatus for data
input; apparatus for data output; apparatus for data
processing; apparatus for data storage; apparatus for data
transmitting; apparatus for digitising geometric data
contained in documents; apparatus for guarding data
communication systems against unauthorised access; apparatus
for input of data; apparatus for interconnecting data
processing equipment; apparatus for processing data;
apparatus for processing data programmes; apparatus for
processing data relating to images; apparatus for processing
digital data; apparatus for programming data; apparatus for
reading data; apparatus for reading data on optical
apparatus; apparatus for reading recorded data; apparatus
for receiving data; apparatus for recording data in magnetic
readable form; apparatus for remote data transmission;
apparatus for retrieving data; apparatus for sending data;
apparatus for the acquisition of data; apparatus for the
communication of data; apparatus for the conversion of data;
apparatus for the graphic display of data; apparatus for the
processing of data; apparatus for the storage of data;
apparatus for the storage of pictorial data; apparatus for
the storage of textual data; apparatus for the transmission
of data; apparatus for transmitting data; apparatus for
transmitting data by the telephone network; apparatus for
transmitting data via the telephone; apparatus for use in
data logging; computer data input devices; computer
measuring devices containing data; apparatus for use in the
detection of mobile objectives; detection apparatus, other
than for medical use. Impactors for medical or dental use; suspensory bandages for
use in sports; oxygen sensors for medical use; precision
sensors for medical use; sensors (measurement apparatus) for
medical use; temperature sensors for medical use; ultrasonic
sensors for medical use; apparatus for analysing brain wave
frequencies; electronic drop counters for medical use; pulse
counters (medical apparatus); medical apparatus for the
display of tomographic data; medical apparatus for the
processing of tomographic data; medical instruments for
recording physiological data; detection apparatus for
medical use; detection apparatus for medical use for
chemical substances. Advisory services relating to computer software; computer
security services (design and development of secure computer
hardware, software and systems); computer security services
(programming and software installation repair and
maintenance services); computer software advisory services;
computer software consultancy; computer software design;
computer software development; computer software
engineering; computer software programming services;
computer support services (computer hardware, software and
peripherals advisory and information services); computer
support services (programming and software installation,
repair and maintenance services); consultancy in the design
and development of computer software; design and development
of computer software (for others); design of computer
software; development of computer software; development of
computer software application solutions; development of
software; diagnosis of faults in computer software; hosting
of software as a service (saas); information technology (it)
services (computer hardware, software and peripherals design
and technical consultancy); installation and maintenance of
computer software; installation of computer software;
installation of middleware (software); installation, repair
and maintenance of middleware (software); maintenance of
computer software; online provision of web-based software
(non-downloadable); providing information, including online,
about design and development of computer hardware and
software; provision of online non-downloadable software
(application service provider); repair of computer software;
software creation; software engineering; updating of
computer software; upgrading of computer software; writing
of computer software; accident investigation (engineering or
forensic science services); advisory services relating to
science; research relating to molecular sciences; research
relating to science; social science consultancy services;
social science research services; consultancy in relation to
occupational health and safety (ergonomics and design);
occupational health and safety services (ergonomics and
design services).
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10 - Appareils et instruments médicaux
Produits et services
Mouthguards (teeth protectors); bio-sensors; shock
calibrators; shock recorders; shock sensors; shock wave
apparatus, other than for medical use; machines for use in
biological reactions in laboratories (science); apparatus
for setting the classification of counters; apparatus for
setting the number of counters; detection apparatus, other
than for medical use. Medical shields for protection from bruising; biomedical
testing apparatus; medical apparatus for the display of
tomographic data; medical apparatus for the processing of
tomographic data; medical instruments for recording
physiological data; teeth protectors for dental purposes;
impactors for medical or dental use; electronic drop
counters for medical use; pulse counters (medical
apparatus); detection apparatus for medical use.
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10 - Appareils et instruments médicaux
Produits et services
Bio-sensors, namely, motion sensors to be worn by a human to gather movement data; Shock calibrators, namely, shock calibrators used with devices that monitor motion data for participants in a sporting activity; Electronic shock recorders; Electronic shock sensors; shock wave apparatus, other than for medical use, namely, shock wave apparatus used with devices that monitor motion data for participants in a sporting activity; Apparatus for setting the classification of counters, namely, apparatus for setting the classification of counters used with devices that monitor motion data for participants in a sporting activity; Apparatus for setting the number of counters, namely, apparatus for setting the number of counters used with devices that monitor motion data for participants in a sporting activity; Detection apparatus, other than for medical use, namely, motion detectors and impact detectors Medical instruments for recording physiological data, namely, medical instruments for recording motion related to brain injuries; Detection apparatus for medical use, namely, detection apparatus for recording motion related to brain injuries
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10 - Appareils et instruments médicaux
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Mouthguards for athletic use; crash helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; crash helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion for cyclists; crash helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion for motorcyclists; helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion for motorcyclists; helmets for protection against accidents, the helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; helmets for protection against injury, the helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; helmets for use in sports; sports helmets, the helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; shin pads for protection against injury other than sports articles or parts of sports suits, being shin pads having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; physical impact sensors; head guards for sports, the head guards having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; masks for protecting the face, other than sporting apparatus, namely masks having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; mouth guards for sports; pads for protecting the body against accident or injury other than adapted for sports namely pads including embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; protective helmets for sports, the helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; protective sports helmets, the helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; protective sports helmets for use in aquatic sports, the helmets having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; shin guards for protection against injury other than sports articles or parts of sports suits, the shin guards having embedded sensors for monitoring human motion; application software, namely application software for measurement, analysis and reporting in relation to measured human motion; application software, namely application software for analysing effects on human physiology resulting from human activities involving motion; bio-sensors for measuring human motion including impacts; electric current sensors used in human-wearable devices impacts; infrared sensors used in human-wearable devices; magnetic flux sensors used in human-wearable devices; measuring sensors used in human-wearable devices; sensors for real time data input apparatus used in human-wearable devices in the nature of human motion sensors; sensors for real time data output apparatus used in human-wearable devices in the nature of human motion sensors; electronic shock sensors used in human-wearable devices; synchro sensors used in human-wearable devices in the nature of motion sensors; two-way wireless communication systems used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; wireless communication apparatus used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; wireless high frequency transmission instruments used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; wireless pulse transmitters, not for medical use, used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; wireless receiving apparatus used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; wireless transmission apparatus used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; wireless transmitters used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; educational science apparatus and instruments used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement and provide that information to the user; apparatus for controlling the processing of data used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for controlling the storage of data used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for data collection used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for data entry; apparatus for data input used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for data output used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for data processing used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for data storage used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for data transmitting used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for the communication of data used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for the conversion of data used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for the graphic display of data used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for the processing of data used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for the storage of data used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; apparatus for use in data logging used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; computer data input devices used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement; computer measuring devices containing data derived from human-wearable devices that monitor human movement and measure human movement; detection apparatus, other than for medical use, used with human-wearable devices that monitor human movement Suspensory support bandages for use in sports; precision sensors for medical use, used in assessing brain condition and injuries; sensors measurement apparatus for medical use, used in assessing brain condition and injuries by measuring brain functions; temperature biofeedback sensors for medical use; ultrasonic sensors for medical use and being a medical ultrasound apparatus, used in assessing brain condition and injuries; apparatus for analysing brain wave frequencies, used in assessing brain condition and injuries; medical apparatus for the display of tomographic data, used in assessing brain condition and injuries; medical apparatus for the processing of tomographic data, used in assessing brain condition and injuries; medical instruments for recording physiological data namely, blood pressure, lung capacity and heartrate, used in assessing brain condition and injuries; detection apparatus for medical use, namely, apparatus used in assessing brain condition and injuries Advisory services relating to computer software relating to monitoring of human wearable devices; hosting of software as a service (saas) for use by others, namely, software relating to monitoring of human wearable devices information technology services including computer hardware; information technology services in the nature of software and peripherals design and technical consultancy relating to monitoring of human physical activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; installation and maintenance of computer software relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; installation of computer software relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; installation of middleware software relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; installation, repair and maintenance of middleware software relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; maintenance of computer software relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; online temporary provision of web-based software in non-downloadable form relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; providing information, including online, about design and development of computer hardware and software relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; provision of online non-downloadable software as an application service provider relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; software engineering relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; research relating to science relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions; occupational health and safety services relating to monitoring of human activities and diagnosis of physiological conditions
