Indentification pill with integrated microchip: smartpill, smartpill with integrated microchip and microprocessor for medical analyses and a smartpill, smartbox, smartplague, smartbadge or smartplate for luggage control on commercial airliners
US5792048A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 3, 1996 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/073
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A capsule, which is resistant to stomach acids, is shaped like a medical pill, and can be orally taken in the same manner. This capsule includes a pair of plastic shells surrounding a circuit board, and, in an alternative embodiment, a microprocessor. The circuit board includes memory circuits for storing personal identification data, which is made available when needed, but which cannot be changed without a code number or word. A battery, an antenna for wireless access, and a metal disk supporting the location of the capsule with metal detectors may be added. A device with such additional features can also be used to identify luggage, to be transported on commercial airliners, as belonging to the holder of the ticket and/or boarding card.
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