System and apparatus for optimizing hydration and for the contextual dispensing of additives
US9932217B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 4, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D2001/0096
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Provided are systems, methods, and apparatuses for a portable hydration system including a mechanical or electromechanical mechanism for dispensing additives into a liquid or other solute in a portable container. Such additives include solids, liquid, powders, and gases, and include vitamins, minerals, nutritional supplements, pharmaceuticals, and other consumables. Additives are introduced into the hydration device via closed vessels equipped with RFID tags or similar, capable of transferring data about the vessels' contents to the device. Dispensing is initiated manually by direct user action, automatically by the device, and/or externally through an associated application on a user device. Dispensing is adjustable by contextual factors such as a user's preferences, location, activity, physiologic status, and the like, obtained via APIs to third party applications or through more direct measurements or inputs. Consumption of additives and consumable liquids in the container is measured and monitored, and the data used to generate recommendations.
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