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Vigilance monitoring system

US8096946B2 · kind B2 · utility

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6Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 15, 2003
Grant dateJan 17, 2012
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Expiry dateJan 10, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60W2040/0872
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention pertains to a system and method of monitoring the alertness or wakefulness of a driver. The monitored parameters include cardiac, respiratory and movement parameters. Sensors are located in various locations of the driver side section to detect the vigilance of a driver. These sensors include pressure sensors embedded in the seat and pedals, and a head band for monitoring EEG, EMG and EOG signals.

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