Abstract: A data interconnect system includes: a plurality of pins arranged within a receptacle, a first one of the pins being a power pin, wherein the pins are electrically isolated from each other within the receptacle; a first switching network including a first plurality of parallel switching devices, each of the parallel switching devices of the first plurality of parallel switching devices coupling a respective one of the pins to a node; a first current path from the node to ground, the first current path including a current device; and a second current path, parallel to the first current path, the second current path including a resistor coupling the node to ground.

Abstract: A humidity sensor is provided with a first electrode electrically connected to a first terminal, and a moisture-sensitive member. The first electrode may include a first internal electrode unit. The first internal electrode unit may include a first main surface covered with the moisture-sensitive member, and a second main surface covered with the moisture-sensitive member. The humidity sensor may further include a second electrode electrically connected to the second terminal. The second electrode may include a second internal electrode unit. The second internal electrode unit may include a third main surface covered with the moisture-sensitive member, and a fourth main surface covered with the moisture-sensitive member. The first internal electrode unit may include a portion facing at least a part of the second internal electrode unit across the moisture-sensitive member.

Abstract: A method of calibrating a print head of a printing system comprises applying voltage to the print head to effect a dispensing of liquid material from the print head; receiving, directly from a sensor within the print head, a signal correlative to a change in an amount of liquid in the print head; and varying the voltage responsively to the signal.

Abstract: An air conditioner shut-off system includes an overflow conduit that is coupled, at one end, to the drainage system of an air handler unit of the air conditioner system. The opposite end of the overflow conduit is positioned over an overflow container, which is suspended by a harness at the lower end of the harness. The upper end of the harness being operably coupled to the shut off switch throw of a shut off switch, which is provided on or proximate to the air handler unit. If the drainage system becomes obstructed, water will flow into the overflow container through the conduit, and eventually the mass of the water accumulated in the overflow container will produce enough force acting on the shut off switch throw through the harness to flip the shut off switch throw to the OFF position, resulting in the air conditioner system being shut off.

Abstract: A hydroponic planter for indoors is a system comprising two or more sheets of plastic film or waterproof fabric panels heat-sealed together to form ducts and channels for nutritive water to circulate and feed plants. Plant holders enable placement of plants in varying positions in openings in the system. A pump in a reservoir circulates water through the system. The panels' flexible material enables portability.

Abstract: A state detection device in an audio interface includes: a first voltage detection circuit, a second voltage detection circuit and a state determination circuit. The first voltage detection circuit is coupled to a first contact and a second contact of an audio jack socket, for detecting a voltage across the first contact and the second contact to generate a first detection value. The second voltage detection circuit is coupled to a third contact of the audio jack socket, for detecting a voltage on the third contact to generate a second detection value. The state determination circuit is coupled to the first voltage detection circuit and the second voltage detection circuit, for determining a water ingress state of the audio jack socket according to the first detection value, and a connector type of an audio plug that is inserted into the audio jack socket according to the second detection value.

Abstract: An electronic device according to various embodiments of the disclosure includes a connection terminal including a terminal; a controller configured to identify a resistance value of the terminal; a capacitance checker configured to identify capacitance of the terminal; and a processor configured to determine whether or not water is present in the at least one terminal based on information related to the resistance value received from the controller and the capacitance received from the capacitance checker.

Abstract: A system and method for isolating electronic data and generating enhanced data. A data subscription unit receives data having plural data formats from data source devices. The data may be received pre-filtered or filtered by the data subscription unit. A modeling unit may receive the filtered data from the storage databases, may determine eligibility of the stored data based on eligibility criteria, sort the eligible data based on at least one sorting parameter, adjust and/or normalize the eligible data based on at least one adjustment parameter and/or an aggregate value for a data attribute, generate data metrics over a defined set of time periods based on the eligible data, generate further data metrics based on the data metrics, and derive specified values from these metrics. A data distribution device may transmit or make available the data metrics, further data metrics and values to remote devices.

Abstract: A sanitary article is equipped with a moisture-detecting RFID tag that includes a moisture-absorptive material; a moisture-detecting RFID tag adjacent to the moisture-absorptive material; and a relay antenna that is connected to the moisture-detecting RFID tag and that extends the communication range by relaying an output of the moisture-detecting RFID tag. Moreover, the moisture-detecting RFID tag includes an RFIC element, and an antenna element that is connected to the RFIC element. The moisture-detecting RFID tag outputs a variation of a communication distance or a signal intensity, originated from a variation of a moisture amount included in the moisture-absorptive material.

Abstract: This disclosure provides a sample rack, a sample access kit and a sample access system. The sample rack comprises: a rack body for placing a sample container; a position collector configured to acquire a position of the sample container placed on the rack body; and a communicator configured to transmit identification information of the sample rack and the acquired position of the sample container on the rack body. The sample access kit comprises the above-described sample rack and a sample container having an identification disposed thereon. The sample access system comprises the above-described sample access kit and a mobile terminal.

Abstract: A dialysis machine (e.g., a peritoneal dialysis machine) may include a housing. The machine may further include a leak detector disposed in the housing, the leak detector being an electrical circuit. In response to fluid contacting the leak detector, a leak in the dialysis machine is detectable. The machine is configured to send a signal based on a short of the electrical circuit from fluid contact with the leak detector to indicate a leak condition.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to a wearable device, and more specifically to a wearable device for detecting biological events, monitoring health condition of an individual, and for providing automatic alerts and analytics reporting. An exemplary wearable device for monitoring health condition of an individual comprises a puck component attachable to the individual's clothing, wherein the puck component comprises a circuit of a moisture sensor; a strip component configured to be placed within the individual's clothing, wherein a proximal end portion of the strip comprises a pair of conductive pads, and wherein the pair of conductive pads is configured to interface with the circuit of the moisture sensor while the proximal end portion of the strip is enclosed within the puck via a coupling mechanism.

Abstract: A device can include a housing that defines an interior space and an exterior space and that includes air passages between the interior space and the exterior space; electronic components disposed in the interior space of the housing, where the electronic components include a processor and memory accessible to the processor; and a material that, upon exposure to water, transitions from a first state to a second state that protects at least one of the electronic components from damage.

Abstract: A water safety rope and alarm system, comprising a rope mounted adjacent to a waterline of a marine or aquatic structure; a switch connected to the rope and configured to be triggered when the rope is tensioned; and an alarm connected to the switch and configured to produce an alarm signal when the switch is triggered.

Abstract: A firefighting training device and method for use in training firefighters in the extinguishment of a simulated fire. The system including a burn area disposed in a pit structure. The burn area including a multitude of individual burn zones such that each individual burn zones can support a fire there within. The system further including a control system to control the fire in each individual burn zone and a multitude of thermal imaging devices positioned to monitor the multitude of individual burn zones and to report the temperature of each individual burn zone to the control system.

Abstract: A plumbing system may include a first conduit that supplies a fluid to a destination device. The plumbing system may also include a second conduit concentric to the first conduit. The second conduit includes an indicator material that changes one or more properties of the fluid supplied to the destination device when the fluid contacts the indicator material via an opening present in the first conduit.

Abstract: A diaper includes a diaper body and a wet diaper monitoring device, which includes a disposable pouch and a monitoring device. The monitoring device includes a monitoring casing, a first sensor electrode, a second sensor electrode, a sensing circuitry and an indicator. The first sensor electrode and the second sensor electrode are provided on an inner surface of and received in the monitoring casing, and form a single planar capacitor when the diaper body is dry. When the diaper body becomes wet, a capacitance between the first sensor electrode and the second sensor electrode increases substantially so as to transform the single planar capacitor of the first sensor electrode and the second sensor electrode into two much larger series connected capacitors.

Abstract: A connecting device through which a gas can flow, for connecting a port of a surgical instrument to a reprocessing device for cleaning the surgical instrument, the connecting device including: a self-actuating valve with a swellable material body.

Abstract: A moisture sensor includes a circuit board and a plurality of circuits monitoring a plurality of moisture probes, wherein at least two sets of a plurality of probes are on the bottom of the sensor, one set in direct contact with the floor, a second set separated from the floor; a set of conductive pins that enable the body of the circuit board to be spaced from the floor to help any moisture accumulation beneath the sensor to evaporate, preventing mold growth; two sets of a plurality of probes along the edge of the sensor, such that when the sensor is installed edge on, these edge sensors will be in direct contact with the floor. The sensor transmits data periodically when sensed resistance is below a predetermined value.

Abstract: A system for detecting a leak or spill and mitigating losses resulting therefrom comprises a floor covering and a software application. The floor covering includes a sensor assembly, a processing element, and a transmitter. The sensor assembly generates information when exposed to liquid. The processing element determines a location of the liquid based upon the information from the sensor assembly. The transmitter transmits data regarding the liquid. The software application executes on an electronic device and is operable to receive data from the floor covering regarding the liquid; display a message that liquid has been detected on the floor covering; calculate an area of the liquid; determine whether a leak is still occurring and if so, shut an electronically controllable valve; transmit data regarding the liquid to an insurance provider; and/or receive insurance-related information from the insurance provider, such as information related to a proposed insurance claim or estimated damage.

Abstract: A measurement arrangement for measuring process and structure parameters of a fiber composite material along a measuring path includes a fiber material, a matrix material which surrounds the fiber material at least in regions, and an electrical sensor element that includes at least two signal transmission lines twisted together and aligned along the measuring path in and/or at the fiber material such that the signal transmission lines are surrounded at least in portions by the matrix material, wherein the electrical sensor element is configured to measure the process and structure parameters on the basis of the behavior of electromagnetic signals that are fed into the signal transmission lines.

Abstract: Various examples of a wearable sensor enclosure are described. In an example, a wearable sensor enclosure is generally oval-shaped with rigid interior that protects one or more sensors or other electronic devices. The enclosure includes a proximal component and a distal component. The proximal component of the enclosure optionally includes one or more openings for light to pass through for detection by sensing electronic devices. The distal component includes a protrusion positioned in an interior of the distal component and a lip positioned in along the perimeter of the distal component such that the lip surrounds the protrusion.

Abstract: A water detection apparatus includes a continuity probe, a voltage source that provides a reference voltage, and a control circuit. The control circuit provides the reference voltage to the continuity probe, measures a feedback signal corresponding to the reference voltage at a predetermined location of the fire suppression system, computes a continuity between the continuity probe and the predetermined location based on the feedback signal and the reference voltage, determines whether water is present in a low point of the piping system based on the computed continuity, and predicts whether a valve tripping event is expected to occur based on whether water is present in the low point to provide a detection signal for remedial action to mitigate false trips of the valve based on detecting the water in the low point.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for calibrating an optical surface condition monitoring system (1). Light beams at different wavelengths (?1, ?2) are emitted to a reference substrate (2) at different distances (L1, L2) as well as to sample substrates (5) at a specific distance (Lspecific). Subsequently, ratios between the signals scattered back from the reference substrate (2) and the signals scattered back from the sample substrates (5) are calculated. Then, input data regarding a measurement distance (Lmeasurement) between a target surface (8) to be monitored, for example a road, and the receiver (3) of the system (1) is provided. Further, a preset program is selected. Dry calibration of the system (1) can then take place based on the calculated ratios, the measurement distance (Lmeasurement) and the selected program. Dry calibration can be calculated without having to perform an actual dry calibration in the field and no dry calibration plate or dry spot of the target surface (8) is required.

Abstract: A device for the measurement of electrical properties on a surface. Sensor consists of several conductive elements arranged at vertices of a three-dimensional geometry. As such, the device achieves a favorable sensing configuration regardless of initial orientation. The device includes circuitry for interfacing with the conductive elements. This circuitry determines the electrical properties of the surface. The measurement has many uses, one of which is to discriminate between dry and wet surfaces. This patent presents various analysis methods to determine the electrical property.

Abstract: A dialysis machine (e.g., a peritoneal dialysis machine) may include a housing. The machine may further include a leak detector disposed in the housing, the leak detector being an electrical circuit. In response to fluid contacting the leak detector, a leak in the dialysis machine is detectable. The machine is configured to send a signal based on a short of the electrical circuit from fluid contact with the leak detector to indicate a leak condition.

Abstract: A modular leak detection and notification unit comprised of a self powered leak sensor and a remote relay transmitter. It presents a local audible alarm and a text alarm message signaling the location of the leak to the all cell phones/smart devices that it is directed to notify. Notification may be routed in two different ways via the internet and RF transmission. It can accommodate any number of leak sensors, that can be positioned at a plethora of different potential leak sites.

Abstract: An electronic device comprising a connector including a plurality of contacts and a liquid detection module coupled to at least one contact in the plurality of contacts. The liquid detection module can be configured to generate and apply a time varying voltage or current to the at least one contact over a range of frequencies, measure complex impedance including phase and magnitude at the at least one contact, and determine whether liquid intrusion has occurred on the contacts based on previously measured signatures of phase and magnitude versus frequency.

Abstract: An electronic device including a connector having a plurality of pins, and a detection circuit having at least one of a pull-up circuit and a pull-down circuit, and a connection circuit between a first pin and a second pin of the plurality of pins, the detection circuit is configured to select the first pin and the second pin, measure an impedance between the selected first pin and second pin by controlling a connection of the connection circuit and the at least one of the pull-up circuit and the pull-down circuit, and generate a detection signal indicating a presence or an absence of a foreign object on the connector based on the measured impedance.

Abstract: An upright surface cleaning apparatus, such as an extractor, has an upright section moveably mounted to a surface cleaning head and a recline limiter system adapted to inhibit the upright section reclining to a positon at which recovered water enters the separator.

Abstract: A method for modeling a manufacturing process for an absorbent article. The method may be used in the creation of absorbent articles.

Abstract: Subject matter herein can include identifying a biochemical test strip assembly electrically, such as using the same test circuitry as can be used to perform an electrochemical measurement, without requiring use of optical techniques. The identification can include using information about a measured susceptance of an identification feature included as a portion of the test strip assembly. The identification can be used by test circuitry to select test parameters or calibration values, or to select an appropriate test protocol for the type of test strip coupled to the test circuitry. The identification can be used by the test circuitry to validate or reject a test strip assembly, such as to inhibit use of test strips that fail meet one or more specified criteria.

Abstract: A leak detection system including a sensor having a first condition when dry and a second condition when wet; a communication device operatively coupled to the sensor; and an attachment element adapted to attach the leak detection system to an area for monitoring fluid leakage, wherein the attachment element is removable, reusable, or both.

Abstract: A single, optimal, fused sensor glucose value may be calculated based on respective sensor glucose values of a plurality of redundant working electrodes (WEs) of a glucose sensor. Respective electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) procedures may be performed for each of the WEs to obtain values of membrane resistance (Rmem) for each WE. A noise value and a calibration factor (CF) value may be calculated for each WE, and respective fusion weights may be calculated for Rmem, noise, and CF for each WE. An overall fusion weight may then be calculated based on the WE's Rmem fusion weight, noise fusion weight, and CF fusion weight, such that a single, optimal, fused sensor glucose value may be calculated based on the respective overall fusion weight and sensor glucose value of each of the plurality of redundant working electrodes.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed which provide for a “factory-calibrated” sensor. In doing so, the systems and methods include predictive prospective modeling of sensor behavior, and also include predictive modeling of physiology. With these two correction factors, a consistent determination of sensitivity can be achieved, thus achieving factory calibration.

Abstract: A frostbite warning system for monitoring conditions adjacent a portion of a user, including an article of clothing that is configured to be disposed on the portion of the user's body, a temperature sensor that is configured to detect a temperature within the article of clothing and produce a first input signal that is indicative of the temperature within the article of clothing, a processor configured to receive the first input signal, compare the temperature in the article of clothing to a threshold temperature at which a first warning signal is produced, and produce the first warning signal when the temperature within the article of clothing is equal to or less than the threshold temperature.

Abstract: A moisture management apparatus monitors an area for moisture events and wirelessly transmits moisture-related information to one or more notification devices. An embodiment of the moisture management apparatus includes a substrate and one or more sensors supported by the substrate. The sensor(s) emit wireless signals indicative of the moisture-related information. A sensor event communication system forwards the sensor signals to another device, such as a notification device. The sensor event communication system may monitor other types of patient events. Portions of the moisture management apparatus and/or the moisture event communication system may be embodied in a patient support apparatus, such as a bed.

Abstract: A system for detecting the spread of a liquid. The system detects the position of a first portion of the liquid and a second portion of the liquid to detect the spread.

Abstract: Enhanced short circuit damage protection by using circuit card and electronic assembly features to steer liquids, including water, onto detector arrays. In a typical implementation, a circuit card has detection elements in one or more places implemented as artwork on an outer circuit layer. The finished circuit card assembly is conformal coated with masked areas over detection artwork. When the masking is removed, channels are left behind for liquids to flow toward and pool over detection artwork. In other implementations through shaping, additive or subtractive manufacturing processes, cavities are left behind for liquids to collect over detection artwork.

Abstract: According to some embodiments, sewer alarm devices and apparatus are provided for detecting the presence of liquid within a pipe. In some embodiments, the devices and apparatus include a housing including a top portion and a bottom portion, and a probe housing, extending from the bottom portion of the housing to a bottom surface area of the probe housing and sized to fit within an interior of a wye connector, the wye connector having an interior extending into an interior of the pipe. At least a first probe is disposed within the probe housing and exposed to an area between the bottom surface area of the probe housing and the interior of the pipe.

Abstract: A moisture-sensitive device is provided that includes a fluid-sensitive battery. Exposure of the battery to urine or some other fluid causes the battery to provide a voltage that can be used to power a transmitter. The transmitter can then provide a wireless transmission indicative of the battery having been exposed to the fluid. This moisture-sensitive device can be provided in a diaper and transmissions produced by the device can be detected using a smart phone or other device and used to indicate to a user that the diaper has been soiled. By powering the transmitter using the fluid-sensitive battery and storing the battery in a dry state, such a device can be stored for a protracted period of time before use.

Abstract: A moisture management apparatus monitors an area for moisture events and wirelessly transmits moisture-related information to one or more notification devices. An embodiment of the moisture management apparatus includes a substrate and one or more sensors supported by the substrate. The sensor(s) emit wireless signals indicative of the moisture-related information. A sensor event communication system forwards the sensor signals to another device, such as a notification device. The sensor event communication system may monitor other types of patient events. Portions of the moisture management apparatus and/or the moisture event communication system may be embodied in a patient support apparatus, such as a bed.

Abstract: An elongated hand held sensor is removable from a strap for use. The strap can also be used to form a loop that is attached to another object, such as a handle or other fixture, such as a bedroom furnishing. The sensor may contain an electrode at one end in signal communication with a capacitive measurement circuit on a circuit board in the sensor device housing. The electrode is optionally shaped to have adjacent portions that match the non-planar shape at the distal end of the housing.

Abstract: A sensor for detecting leaked cooling fluid in a battery pack or container. The sensor is part of a sensor wire, where one end of the wire is electrically coupled to the positive terminal or the negative terminal of the battery pack and the other end of the wire is positioned at a location where the leaked cooling fluid may accumulate. A fault isolation detection circuit monitors a voltage output from the sensor and determines that there is a cooling fluid leak if the measured voltage potential is greater than a predetermined voltage threshold.

Abstract: An image forming apparatus, including a photosensitive member, a charger configured to charge the photosensitive member, a developer roller configured to contact the photosensitive member and supply a developer agent to the photosensitive member, a humidity sensor configured to detect humidity, and a controller is provided. The controller is configured to a voltage-application controlling process, in which the controller controls the photosensitive member and the developer roller to rotate, applies a charger-voltage to the charger, and applies a developer-voltage to the developer roller. In the voltage-application controlling process, the controller controls a voltage difference between the charger-voltage and the developer-voltage based on a peripheral velocity ratio of the developer roller with respect to the photosensitive member and the humidity.

Abstract: An illustrative embodiment of a cable joint integrity detection systems for an electric vehicle includes an electric vehicle power converter module; a fastener joint on the power converter module; vehicle wiring connections electrically interfacing with the power converter module at the fastener joint; a current sensor electrically interfacing with the fastener joint; and a controller interfacing with the current sensor, the current sensor transmits a sensor signal to the controller to ensure connectional integrity between the fastener joint and the vehicle wiring connections. Cable joint integrity detection methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: An alarm device includes a portable alarm emitter, the portable alarm emitter being configured to detect a change in an electrical property of a sensor element which is connected to the portable alarm emitter and to signal an alarm if a change is established. The portable alarm emitter and the sensor element are separate units configured to be interconnected with electrical contact. The portable alarm emitter is a reusable unit. The sensor element is a disposable unit.

Abstract: A method of monitoring an absorption state of an absorbent article includes providing a logger unit, acquiring the absorption state of the absorbent article, and recording data indicating the acquired absorption state of the absorbent article in the logger unit. Acquiring the absorption state of the absorbent article and recording the data indicating the acquired absorption state of the absorbent article in the logger unit are each continuously performed during a monitoring period of the absorbent article. Also disclosed is a logger unit for performing this method; and a method of processing data indicating an absorption state of an absorbent article, which includes receiving sets of data indicating the absorption state of the absorbent article. Each of the sets of data indicates the absorption state of the absorbent article over a portion of a continuous period of time, and collating and/or displaying the data in continuous form.

Abstract: Disclosed is an integrated circuit comprising an electrode arrangement for detecting the presence of a liquid, said electrode arrangement comprising a first electrode and a second electrode, wherein, prior to exposure of the electrode arrangement to said liquid, a surface of at least one of the first electrode and second electrode is at least partially covered by a compound that is soluble in the liquid; the electrical properties of the electrode arrangement being dependent on the amount of the compound covering said surface. An package and electronic device comprising such an IC and a method of manufacturing such an IC are also disclosed.

Abstract: Systems and methods may provide for receiving an electrical measurement signal from a first photodetector coupled to a first waveguide and determining a total intensity level of reflected light in the first waveguide based on the electrical measurement signal. Additionally, a perspiration level of skin in contact with the first waveguide may be determined based on the total intensity level of the reflected light in the first waveguide. In one example, an electrical control signal is received from a second photodetector coupled to a second waveguide that is physically isolated from the skin, wherein the total intensity level of the reflected light in the first waveguide is determined further based on the electrical control signal.