Apparel and sensor covering with energy converting storing and supplying capabilities and other electrical components integrated therein and methods for making same
US6388422B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 18, 1998 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA41D1/002
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparel and sensor coverings comprising a material suitable for use therein and a laminate integrated therein, the laminate comprising a plurality of layers comprising an energy conversion means for delivering electrical energy, electrical energy storing means, and charge management and control circuitry. The invention is used to power electronic applications either integrated with the charge management and control circuitry or incorporated into the laminate as a separate layer to create “smart” apparel and sensors.External electronic devices and various types of sensors can be connected and powered using one or more outlets integrated into the material. Antenna(s) and infrared port(s) also integrated into the material permit communications with other wearers of the smart apparel, with and between smart sensors, with local command and control centers on the ground or in the air and with distant headquarters via satellite(s).
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