Low cost brushing behavior reinforcement toothbrush
US6389633B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 8, 1999 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA46B2200/1066
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention comprises a toothbrush supporting brushing behavior reinforcement means. A simple motion sensing means is electrically connected to a brushing logic means, which determines generalized brushing action of a user preferably a child. After the logic requirements of motion sensing are complete, the logic means directs a digital output display means to output to a small LCD screen or speaker a visual and/or audible reward to the user, preferably in the form of an enjoyable game or congratulatory message.
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