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Devices, systems and methods for fall detection and preventing false alarms

US12367757B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 6, 2023
Grant dateJul 22, 2025
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Expiry dateFeb 10, 2044

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG08B25/009
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system may include a fall detection pendant configured to be worn by a user. The fall detection pendant includes an accelerometer configured to measure acceleration, a pressure sensor configured to measure barometric pressure and processing logic. The processing logic may be configured to identify a fall event based on data from the accelerometer and the pressure sensor, and determine, based on the fall event, whether a fall has occurred. The system may also include a first repeater device configured to receive information from the fall detection pendant indicating that a fall has occurred, and signal at least one of a second repeater device or a coordinator device that the fall has occurred.

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