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Pulse rate sensor system

US5243992A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 30, 1990
Grant dateSep 14, 1993
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Expiry dateMar 30, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B5/02438
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A pulse rate sensor system is packaged in a wristwatch sized assembly and is worn by the user to provide an accurate determination of pulse rate. A tonometer sensor is provided to detect heartbeat pressure waves produced by a superficial artery. A microcomputer manipulates the unprocessed tonometer sensor element signals using multiple algorithms to determine an accurate pulse rate.

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