Toothbrush tracking system
US9113700B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 25, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 7, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C17/00
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method of monitoring tooth brushing comprising: receiving a position signal from a position sensor (601) disposed on a toothbrush (21) comprising a handle and a head (22); receiving a force signal from a force sensor (602) disposed on the toothbrush (21); and calculating a position of the head of the toothbrush using the position signal in combination with the force signal.
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