Apparatus for processing healthcare data and storing and transmitting large amounts of data via a bandage or sticker
US11013639B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 25, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/00953
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A smart bandage that serves as a functional bandage includes electronic components that allow the bandage to store large amounts of data. The components can include a processor, battery, data storage media, NFC components, Bluetooth components, Wi-Fi components, and wired communications components. The bandage can remain powered down until receiving a signal (e.g., NFC, power, Bluetooth, etc.), which then causes the bandage to power up its components and communicate using other wireless communications means. Healthcare data compression methods may be used to improve the information storage capabilities of the smart bandage.
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