NU 2017-004

INVENTORS

• John Rogers*

SHORT DESCRIPTION

This technology features a scalable, body-mounted system of wireless sensors and actuators that enables full-body spatio-temporal mapping of physiological parameters such as pressure and temperature. The design is non-invasive, flexible, and supports wireless power and communication for continuous monitoring.

BACKGROUND

Recent advances in thin, skin-like electronics have paved the way for continuous, high-resolution physiological monitoring. Conventional devices are limited by their bulk, wired connections, and localized measurements. This invention addresses these issues by providing a distributed, battery-free sensor network that is comfortable, unobtrusive, and capable of full-body coverage for extensive clinical and remote monitoring applications.

ABSTRACT

The invention comprises a collection of biologically interactive devices integrated into a body-mounted array, each equipped with sensors to measure physiological parameters such as pressure and temperature. A wireless controller and transmitter manage and communicate data from the devices to a remote receiver, enabling real-time spatio-temporal mapping without the need for wired connections. Designed with skin-like flexibility and potential for wireless power delivery (e.g., NFC), this system facilitates scalable deployment over large areas, enhancing comfort and data acquisition in both clinical and monitoring environments.

APPLICATIONS

• Full-body patient monitoring
  • Enables continuous mapping of physiological parameters to support clinical decision-making.
• Home healthcare
  • Facilitates non-invasive remote monitoring for improved patient management at home.
• Veterinary and livestock monitoring
  • Supports high-throughput monitoring of animal health in agricultural settings.
• Sports and fitness
  • Provides real-time physiological data to optimize performance and training.

ADVANTAGES

• Large-area sensor distribution
  • Facilitates extensive, full-body physiological mapping.
• Wireless, battery-free operation
  • Eliminates wiring and minimizes maintenance for an unobtrusive experience.
• Skin-like, flexible design
  • Ensures comfortable and conformal contact with various body surfaces.
• Multi-modal sensing and actuation
  • Accommodates various sensor types and actuator functions for customized monitoring.
• Scalable deployment
  • Adaptable to cover localized areas or extensive full-body applications.

IP STATUS

Issued US Patent 11,058,300 (View Patent) and Issued US Patent 11,826,121 (View Patent)