Pacifier pulse oximeter sensor
US6470200B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 2001 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61J17/105
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A pacifier pulse oximeter sensor includes pulse oximeter sensor elements located within the nipple of a pacifier. The pulse oximeter sensor elements may be completely within the nipple material, embedded within the nipple material, nested within the nipple material, or adjacent to the nipple material while not being exposed to the outside environment. The pulse oximeter sensor elements include a light source and a light detector. The pulse oximeter sensor elements communicate with an oximeter through wiring, an electrical connector, and/or wirelessly. An alternative embodiment adds oximeter processing capabilities to the pacifier pulse oximeter sensor.
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