Fluid detection system
US10583048B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 4, 2017 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 4, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/424
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is a fluid detection device including a fluid sensor positioned near a patient's body and providing a signal whether the sensor detects fluid from the patient's body; a casing surrounding the alarm and allowing the signal to be sensed by the patient; an alarm coupled to the fluid sensor, the alarm including one or more of: an audible signal sensible by the patient, a haptic signal sensible by the patient, a visible signal sensible by the patient through the casing; a casing surrounding the alarm and allowing the signal to be sensed by the patient; and a fastener coupled to the casing, adjustable to attach and remove from one or more of: the patient's body, the patient's clothing. The casing, when closed, may couple a power source to the alarm. Also included may be a human interface and other features. Also disclosed is a fluid detection method.
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