Abstract: There is disclosed a system of electrodes used for transdermal conduction of electrical signals and a method of use thereof, the system comprising a plurality of electrode parts connected by means of electrical conductors to electric impedance tomography apparatuses, as well as other devices, the parts being secured to an outer side of a flexible and porous blade coated on both sides thereof by layers of electrically conductive and adhesive materials, such electrically conductive and adhesive materials being in mutual contact through the pores of the blade, the inner face of the latter being removably secured, by means of adhesion, to the patient. The invention comprises means for positioning the electrode parts, as well as means for external protection thereof and of their respective conductors.

Abstract: A human characteristic development and brain training system includes a processor configured to operate an application configured to display a user interface, generate an entry that include information about a life event experienced by the user, store the entry from the user in a database stored in the memory, present a list of strengths to the user through the user interface for the user to select from, assign at least one strength to the entry as being associated with the life event, and celebrate progress associated with strengths. A related method includes managing a database of entries including information about at least one life event of a user, associating at least one life event with at least one strength of the user, and linking a plurality of entries together in a group for the user to view and celebrate micro-progresses in behavior for similar life events.

Abstract: There is disclosed a system of electrodes used for transdermal conduction of electrical signals and a method of use thereof, the system comprising a plurality of electrode parts connected by means of electrical conductors to electric impedance tomography apparatuses, as well as other devices, the parts being secured to an outer side of a flexible and porous blade coated on both sides thereof by layers of electrically conductive and adhesive materials, such electrically conductive and adhesive materials being in mutual contact through the pores of the blade, the inner face of the latter being removably secured, by means of adhesion, to the patient. The invention comprises means for positioning the electrode parts, as well as means for external protection thereof and of their respective conductors.

Abstract: There is disclosed a system of electrodes used for transdermal conduction of electrical signals and a method of use thereof, the system comprising a plurality of electrode parts connected by means of electrical conductors to electric impedance tomography apparatuses, as well as other devices, the parts being secured to an outer side of a flexible and porous blade coated on both sides thereof by layers of electrically conductive and adhesive materials, such electrically conductive and adhesive materials being in mutual contact through the pores of the blade, the inner face of the latter being removably secured, by means of adhesion, to the patient. The invention comprises means for positioning the electrode parts, as well as means for external protection thereof and of their respective conductors.

Abstract: An electrode assembly for electrical impedance tomography comprising a plurality of different electrode modules, each containing a support strap made of a flexible material that presents a reduced longitudinal deformability and carrying a predetermined number of electrodes, each support strap being dimensioned to be seated and retained onto a respective extension portion of a body segment of a patient. Each electrode module presents the number of electrodes and a distance “De” between each two consecutive electrodes predetermined as a function of a specific operational pattern to be obtained from each electrode module. The assembly can further comprise an electrical conducting cable having an end connected to a monitoring apparatus and a free end provided with a connector to be coupled to a respective electrode of an electrode module.

Abstract: The invention relates to a structured space for the practice of fitness training and a method of fitness training practice management including a plurality of successive modules, at least one of the modules having at least two exercise positions as well as a time counting means common to all the modules. The count includes a plurality of periods of equal duration, each period being subdivided in (n) phases, these phases including a plurality (n?1) of exercise performance phases and one phase of recovery and instruction.

Abstract: There is disclosed a system of electrodes used for transdermal conduction of electric signals and a method of use thereof, the said system comprising a plurality of electrode parts (17, 58, 58?) connected by means of electrical conductors (17?, 68) to electric impedance tomography apparatuses, as well as other devices, the said parts being secured to the outer side (15a, 54a, 54?a) of a flexible and porous blade (15, 54c, 51?) coated on both sides thereof by layers of electrically conductive and adhesive materials, such electrically conductive materials being in mutual contact through the pores (74) of the said blade, the inner face of the latter being removably secured, by means of adhesion, to the skin of the patient (65). The invention comprises means for positioning the said electrode parts, as well as means for external protection thereof and of their respective conductors.

Abstract: There is described an electrical impedance tomography equipment, intended for providing images representing the inside of a portion of the body of a patient by means of electrical impedance measurements taken between electrodes positioned on the skin, comprising a plurality of acquisition units (15, 27) provided with circuits for processing low level analog signals picked up by the cables (13, 29) that interconnect the said equipment with the electrodes (14) applied to the patient, the said acquisition units being substantially symmetrically arranged to provide as a result a substantially equal irradiation of the heat generated in these units, easing the calibration of the analog channels and common mode rejection. The equipment further comprises at least one plane constituted by a printed circuit board whereto the said units are electrically connected, the said plane comprising complementary elements and devices, such as the electrical connection terminals for the said cables.

Abstract: An electrode assembly for electrical impedance tomography comprising a plurality of different electrode modules, each containing a support strap made of a flexible material that presents a reduced longitudinal deformability and carrying a predetermined number of electrodes, each support strap being dimensioned to be seated and retained onto a respective extension portion of a body segment of a patient. Each electrode module presents the number of electrodes and a distance ‘De’ between each two consecutive electrodes predetermined as a function of a specific operational pattern to be obtained from each electrode module. The assembly can further comprise an electrical conducting cable having an end connected to a monitoring apparatus and a free end provided with a connector to be coupled to a respective electrode of an electrode module.

Abstract: A lamp shade including a plurality of light deflectors. The light deflectors are mounted so as to be independently moveable with respect to the frame and one another. Most preferably the lamp shade is defined by two or more spaced arrays of light deflectors. In one embodiment the light deflectors are mounted end to end to allow vertical variation in light intensity and direction. In another embodiment the light deflectors are both horizontally and vertically disposed to increase versatility in both appearance and lighting effect. Thus, the lamp shade advantageously allows the light to be directed in accordance with the particular area in which the light fixture is placed, both to shield the user's eyes and to direct light where it is most needed.

Abstract: A lamp shade including a plurality of light deflecting elements. The light deflecting elements are rotatably mounted so as to be independently rotated with respect to the frame and one another. In one embodiment the light deflecting elements are mounted end to end to allow vertical variation in light intensity and direction. In another embodiment the light deflecting elements are both horizontally and vertically disposed to increase versatility in both appearance and lighting effect. Thus, the lamp shade which advantageously allows the light to be directed in accordance with the particular area in which the light fixture is placed, both to shield the user's eyes and to direct light where it is most needed.

Abstract: A test head for an electronic thermometer includes a thin rod having a substantially flat end portion defined by opposed sides, a heat-conductive element associated with the end portion which is extremely exposed at least at one of the end portion sides and a temperature sensor member at least partially embedded in the heat-conductive element. The thin rod is adapted to be connected to an electronic temperature indicating circuit.