Automated external defibrillator systems with operation adjustment features according to temperature and methods of use
US11883676B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 15, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3993
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The disclosure describes various aspects of an automated external defibrillator (AED) system, including shock generating electronics, a battery configured for providing power to the shock generating electronics, power management circuitry configured for managing the shock generating electronics and the battery, at least one environmental sensor configured for monitoring environmental conditions in which the AED system is placed, and a controller configured for controlling the power management circuitry and the at least one environmental sensor. The at least one environmental sensor includes a temperature sensor configured for providing a temperature measurement, and the controller is further configured for adjusting operations of the power management circuitry in accordance with the temperature measurement provided by the temperature sensor. The disclosure further describes associated methods of using the AED system.
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