KR20100089053A - Attachable and detachable biological signal measuring pad and biological signal measuring apparatus using the same - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: A detachable bio-signal measurement pad and a bio-signal measurement device are provided to utilize a measured result by communicating with an analysis equipment through wireless communication. CONSTITUTION: A biological signal measuring pad(100) which is attachable to a body is provided. An analysis equipment(10) receive a bio signal measured from the pad and analyzes it. An electrode for detecting the bio-signal is provided to an attach side of the body. A module chip(110) is installed in the main body to be connected to the electrode. A memory card storing the measured bio-signal from the electrode is mounted in the module chip. A connecting pad(120) electrically interlinks the module chip and the electrode.

Description

Attachable and detachable biological signal measuring pad and biological signal measuring apparatus using the same

The present invention relates to a detachable biosignal detection pad and a biosignal detection device using the same, and more particularly, to a biosignal detection pad and a biosignal detection device using the same, which have greatly improved ease of use and use.

With the advent of well-being, the interest in health is gradually increasing. Also, it is known that the early identification and management of individual's health is the most important item for maintaining a healthy life.

In particular, health care groups such as elderly people or chronically ill patients need to be well monitored for vital signs such as pulse and body temperature, which can prevent the sudden loss of quality of life. It is emphasized more.

However, society is gradually aging, and the elderly population is increasing, and due to the westernization of eating habits, chronic diseases are also increasing, whereas the environment for identifying and managing bio-signals related to individual health is not improved significantly. In other words, the number of people in the state group who need to manage the state of health in particular is increased, and in reality, the environment in which the state of health of the individual can be detected at any time is not established.

In general, it is difficult to determine the state of health because it is usually necessary to use the examination equipment provided by a medical institution in order to determine the state of their health, and thus it is ineffective for people in the attention group who may have a severe ups and downs.

 Recently, some home detection equipment has been introduced to measure bio signals such as electrocardiograms in the home, but it is usually too large and heavy to carry, and only the measured results are known. It is hard to determine from the results what the user should do unless it is right.

Therefore, there is a need for a new type of biosignal detection system that can be more easily carried and can also increase the utilization of measurement results.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made in view of the above necessity, and an object thereof is to provide a detachable biosignal detection pad and a biosignal detection apparatus using the same, which can improve both convenience of portability and usability of measurement results.

Detachable biosignal detection pad of the present invention for achieving the above object, the adhesive pad body detachable body; A biosignal sensing electrode provided on a body attachment surface of the main body; A memory card installed in the main body to be connected to the electrode and storing the bio signal measured by the electrode is embedded, and includes a module chip installed on a surface opposite to the body attachment surface of the main body.

The detachable biosignal detection pad may further include a connecting pad installed between the electrode of the main body and the module chip and having a connecting means for electrically connecting the module chip and the electrode. The connector may include a connecting pin protruding from the module chip, and a plug groove formed in the connecting pad to be connected to the electrode and to accommodate the connecting pin.

The connecting means may further include an adhesive member provided on a lower portion of the module chip and an upper portion of the connecting pad and coupled to each other.

The memory card may be detachably coupled to the module chip, a memory unit in which the measured biosignal is stored, a communication unit capable of transmitting the stored biosignal to the outside, and storing and transmitting under the control of the module chip. It may include an internal control unit for controlling.

The module chip may include a sensing unit for amplifying a bio signal from the electrode and removing noise, and a micro module for controlling the module chip such as processing the bio signal input from the sensing unit and storing it in the memory card. It may include a computer unit and a power supply unit for supplying power to the module chip.

The microcomputer unit includes an AD converter for converting an analog signal input from the sensing unit to digital, a data memory for storing the digitally converted biosignal, and a program memory for storing a program for controlling the module chip. can do.

In addition, the biological signal detection device of the present invention for achieving the above object, the adhesive pad main body detachable body, the biological signal detection electrode provided on the body attachment surface of the main body, installed in the main body to be connected to the electrode A removable biosignal detection pad including a module chip having a memory card configured to store the biosignal measured by the electrode; And an analysis device for receiving and analyzing the biosignal stored in the memory card.

The analysis equipment may include any one of the terminal dedicated to the memory card, a mobile phone, and a computer. The analysis equipment may be provided with a card slot for inserting the memory card separately from the module chip. Alternatively, the communication device may be provided with a communication module for wirelessly communicating with the memory card.

Attached biosignal detection pad of the present invention as described above is easy to carry, so that the user can easily measure the state of health anytime, anywhere, and also loads a removable memory card to the analysis equipment or wireless communication By using it to communicate with the analytical equipment, the measurement results can be utilized quickly, which enables the quick detection and utilization of bio signals, which can be a great help to protect the health society.

A brief description of each drawing used in the present invention is provided.
1 is a view showing the configuration of a biosignal detection apparatus including a removable biosignal detection pad according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the detachable biosignal detection pad shown in FIG. 1.
3 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a coupling state of FIG. 2.
4 is a diagram illustrating an internal configuration of a module chip of the detachable biosignal detection pad illustrated in FIG. 2.

For a better understanding of the present invention and its operational advantages, and the objects attained by the practice of the present invention, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate preferred embodiments of the invention, and the accompanying drawings. In understanding each of the figures, it should be noted that like parts are denoted by the same reference numerals whenever possible. Incidentally, detailed descriptions of well-known functions and configurations that are determined to unnecessarily obscure the subject matter of the present invention are omitted.

Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

1 schematically shows a system configuration of a biosignal detection apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in the figure, the biosignal detection apparatus of the present invention is a detachable biosignal detection pad 100 that can be attached to and detached from a user's body such as the wrist 1 and measured by the detection pad 100. It is provided with an analysis device 10 for receiving and analyzing the biological signal.

That is, when the biosignal detection pad 100 is attached to the user's skin, a biosignal such as a pulse or body temperature is detected and recorded in the memory card 111 embedded in the pad 100, and the recorded information is stored in a computer of a medical institution. (11) or a mobile phone 12, such as a smart phone or a dedicated terminal 13 is sent to be analyzed and provided to the user useful information. Here, as an example of use, the case where the detection pad 100 is attached to the wrist 1 is illustrated. However, the detection pad 100 may be attached to the chest or the head, if necessary, and the types of biological signals detected may also be electrocardiogram, electroencephalogram, or myoelectric wave. , Pulse waves, body temperature, and so on.

Therefore, the user carries the biosignal detection pad 100 as if it is a band-aid, and if necessary, attaches to an appropriate body part, detects the biosignal, and sends it to the analysis device 10 for his / her health condition and necessary measures. You just need to check the details. As a method of sending a biosignal to the analysis device 10, the memory card 111 embedded in the detection pad 100 is removed and directly inserted into the card slots 11a, 12a, 13a of the analysis device 10. A method of loading measured data and a method of wirelessly transmitting to the communication modules 11b, 12b and 13b of the analysis device 10 using a personal local area communication means (PAN) can be used.

Hereinafter, the configuration of the biosignal detection pad 100 invented to implement the above functions will be described in detail.

2 and 3 illustrate the external structure of the biosignal detection pad 100 in a separated state and a coupled state, respectively, and FIG. 4 illustrates an internal structure of the module chip 110 corresponding to a core component. It is.

First, referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, the biosignal detection pad 100 includes an adhesive pad body 130 that can be attached to the skin, a memory card 111, and a battery 112a through the slot 110c. The module chip 110 is detachably inserted, and a connecting pad 120 interposed therebetween.

In the drawing, the bottom surface of the pad body 130 becomes a body attachment surface attached to the skin, and a pair of electrodes 140 are installed on the body attachment surface for detecting a biosignal. That is, when the detection pad 100 is affixed to the skin, the pair of electrodes 140 comes into contact with the skin, thereby accepting a biosignal such as a pulse or body temperature as an electrical signal. It is preferable that the interval between the pair of electrodes 140 is 20 mm or more.

In addition, the pair of electrodes 140 is connected to the connecting pin 110a of the module chip 110 through the connecting means provided in the connecting pad 120. Therefore, the biosignal introduced through the electrode 140 is transferred into the module chip 110 through the connecting pin 110a. The signal processing in the module chip 110 will be described later with reference to FIG. 4.

Reference numeral 121 denotes a plug groove forming a connecting means for connecting the electrode 140 and the module chip 110 together with the connecting pin 110a. That is, the connecting pin 110a of the module chip 110 is connected to the electrode 140 installed in the pad body 130 through the plug groove 121 of the connecting pad 120.

Preferably, adhesive members 110b and 122 are attached to an upper portion of the connecting pad 120 and a lower portion of the module chip 110. Of course, the bonding force is maintained even by the interference fit coupling between the connecting pin (110a) and the electrode 140, the adhesive member (110b) 122 serves to more firmly fix the module chip (110).

In addition, the pad body 130 and the connecting pad 120 may be bonded with an adhesive.

Subsequently, an internal configuration of the module chip 110 will be described with reference to FIG. 4. As shown in the module chip 110, a sensing unit 114 for amplifying a bio signal from the electrode 140 and removing noise, and processing the bio signal input from the sensing unit 114 to process the memory card. The microcomputer unit 113 for controlling the module chip 110, such as stored in the (111), and the power supply unit 112 for supplying power to the module chip (110).

As described above with reference to FIG. 2, the memory card 111 and the battery 112a may be attached and detached through the slot 110c of the module chip 110, and the battery 112a may enter the module chip 110. ) Is mounted to the power supply unit 112, and the memory card 111 is mounted to be connected to the microcomputer unit 113.

The microcomputer unit 113 includes an AD converter 113a for converting a biosignal coming through the sensing unit 114 from analog to digital, a data memory 113b for storing a digitally converted biosignal, and the module. A program memory 113c in which a program for controlling the chip 110 is stored is provided. Accordingly, the analog biosignal coming from the sensing unit 114 according to the program stored in the program memory 113c is converted into a digital signal through the AD converter 113a, stored in the data memory 113b, and the memory card 111. Is stored in the memory unit 111a.

The memory card 111 includes a memory unit 111a in which the detected digital biosignal is stored, a communication unit 111c capable of transmitting the stored biosignal to the outside, and a control of the module chip 110. As a result, an internal control unit 111b for controlling storage and transmission is provided. The internal control unit 111b may have a function of compressing or encrypting data.

The communication unit 111c is a personal short-range communication means, and may include a zigbee, a Bluetooth, a Wi-Fi, and the like. Accordingly, the biosignal data stored in the memory unit 111a may be communicated with the communication modules 11b, 12b and 13b of the analysis device 10 through the communication unit 111c as described above, or After removing the memory card 111 itself from the module chip 110 may be delivered by inserting into the card slot (11a) 12a (13a) of the analysis equipment 10 to load.

The biosignal detection apparatus as described above may be utilized as follows.

First, as shown in FIG. 1, the user carries the biosignal detection pad 100 of the present invention and attaches the pad 100 to an appropriate body part when the user wants to measure a physical condition. Here, it is assumed that the user attaches the pad 100 to the wrist 1 to measure the pulse waveform. Of course, in this case, the module chip 110 should be equipped with a memory card 111 and a battery 112a as a power source for data storage and communication. In addition, a conductive gel may be applied to the electrode 140 before the body is attached.

When the pad 100 is attached to the wrist 1 as described above, an analog biosignal such as a pulse wave is detected through the electrode 140, and the detected analog biosignal is connected to the electrode 140 by a connecting pin 110a. It is transmitted into the module chip 110 through.

The analog signal transmitted into the module chip 110 is amplified by the sensing unit 114 and then converted into a digital signal by the AD converter 113a, and the memory unit of the data memory 113b and the memory card 111. It is stored at 111a.

In this state, if the user wants to know the diagnosis result by immediately sending the measured biosignal to the analysis device 10, the communication module 11a, 12a, 13a of the analysis device 10 and the communication unit 111c. You can transfer data over a wireless connection. Although not shown in the drawing, a transmission button may be provided on one side of the module chip 110 so that when the user presses the button, the internal control unit 111b operates the communication unit 111c to start wireless communication.

Alternatively, the user may transfer the data by removing the memory card 111 from the module chip 110 and directly mounting it on the analysis device 10.

The analysis device 10 analyzes the biosignal transmitted in this way and gives a suitable diagnosis result.

If the pulse wave measured by the user is in the normal range, the diagnosis is normal. If the pulse wave is abnormal, such as bradycardia or tachycardia, the condition is diagnosed and a consultation with an expert is recommended.

Then, the user can properly manage his or her health by performing the appropriate measures.

Therefore, using the attached biosignal detection pad and the device, the user can easily measure the state of health anytime, anywhere, and also by loading a removable memory card into the analyzer or using wireless communication. By communicating with the analytical equipment, the measurement results can be quickly utilized, which enables the quick detection and utilization of biological signals, which can be a great help in protecting a healthy society.

Although the present invention has been described with reference to one embodiment shown in the drawings, this is merely exemplary, and those skilled in the art will understand that various modifications and equivalent other embodiments are possible therefrom.

For example, in this specification, a removable biosignal detection pad having a pair, i.e., two electrodes, is shown and described. However, the technical idea of the present invention can also be implemented by a detachable biosignal detection pad having three or more electrodes. In this case, each electrode may be used to detect different types of bio signals.

Therefore, the true technical protection scope of the present invention will be defined by the technical spirit of the appended claims.

10 ... Analytical Equipment 100 ... Attached Biosignal Detection Pad
110 ... Module chip 111 ... Memory card
112a ... Battery 120 ... Connecting pad
130 Pad body 140 Electrodes

Claims (10)

An adhesive pad body capable of detachable body;
A biosignal sensing electrode provided on a body attachment surface of the main body;
A detachable biosignal detection pad comprising: a module chip installed in the main body to be connected to the electrode and storing a biosignal measured by the electrode and installed on a surface opposite to a body attaching surface of the main body. .
The method of claim 1, wherein the removable biosignal detection pad is
A connecting pad installed between the electrode of the main body and the module chip and having a connecting means for electrically connecting the module chip and the electrode,
The connecting means,
A connecting pin protruding from the module chip;
And a plug groove formed in the connecting pad so as to be connected to the electrode and to accommodate the connecting pin.
The method of claim 2, wherein the connecting means,
The detachable biosignal detection pad further comprises an adhesive member provided on a lower portion of the module chip and an upper portion of the connecting pad and coupled to each other.
The method of claim 1, wherein the memory card
Removable bio-signal detection pad, characterized in that detachably coupled to the module chip.
The method of claim 4, wherein the memory card
And a memory unit for storing the measured biosignal, a communication unit for transmitting the stored biosignal to the outside, and an internal control unit for controlling storage and transmission under the control of the module chip. Signal detection pad.
The method according to claim 1,
The module chip may include a sensing unit for amplifying a bio signal from the electrode and removing noise, and a micro module for controlling the module chip such as processing the bio signal input from the sensing unit and storing it in the memory card. A detachable biosignal detection pad comprising a computer unit and a power supply unit for supplying power to the module chip.
The method of claim 6,
The microcomputer unit includes an AD converter for converting an analog signal input from the sensing unit to digital, a data memory for storing the digitally converted biosignal, and a program memory for storing a program for controlling the module chip. Removable biosignal detection pad, characterized in that.
A module having a sticky pad body detachable to the body, a biosignal sensing electrode provided on the body attaching surface of the body, and a memory card installed on the body to be connected to the electrode and storing the biosignal measured by the electrode A detachable biosignal detection pad comprising a chip;
Biological signal detection device comprising an analysis device for receiving and analyzing the bio-signals stored in the memory card.
The method of claim 8,
The analysis equipment, the memory card terminal, and any one of a mobile phone and a computer,
The analysis equipment is a biological signal detection device, characterized in that provided with a card slot for inserting the memory card separated from the module chip.
10. The method of claim 9,
The analysis equipment is a biological signal detection device, characterized in that provided with a communication module for wireless communication with the memory card.

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