Abstract: A method for prediction of a head impact event mechanism via an instrumented mouthguard device comprises receiving, as input, time series data representative of a head impact event, wherein the time series data is derived from the instrumented mouthguard device. The instrumented mouthguard device includes one or more accelerometers. The method further comprises generating an array of spatial coordinates representing points on a computer head model, and processing the time series data to determine a direction of impact and location of impact relative to the computer head model.

Abstract: Automated detection of head and/or head-affecting body impact events in data collected is performed using instrumented mouthguard devices. For example, in some embodiments the present disclosure relates to training and operation of an impact classifier system, which is configured to identify head affecting impacts from time-series data collected by an instrumented mouthguard device. Some embodiments relate to a two-stage method for processing impacts, including a first stage in which a set of data is classified by such an impact classifier system, and a second stage whereby impacts classified as head affecting impacts are designated a numerical value based on a predefined scale.

Abstract: Improved assessment of brain injuries, and improved brain injury management, is achieved using a combination of impact-related data derived from instrumented mouthguard devices, human function performance testing, and biomarkers derived from biological fluid (such as saliva and/or blood). The human function performance testing may include brain function performance testing, and/or other forms of human function performance testing. This involves combining a data-driven understanding of a head impact event (based on data collected via an instrumented mouthguard device) with a data-driven understanding of human function performance following that head impact event. The biomarkers may include salivary mRNA and/or ncRNA, and/or blood proteins (for example via a FDA-approved Brain Trauma Indicator test).

Abstract: Technology facilitates dynamic variability of head impact data recordal, for example, in the context of instrumented mouthguard devices. Some embodiments have been developed to facilitate an event recoding protocol that dynamically adjusts event recoding parameters thereby to provide appropriate data for both “short” and “prolonged” impact events. For example, various embodiments include methods for recording impact events in respect of an instrumented mouthguard device, such methods including dynamically adjusting a period of time for which event data is recorded for a given event responsive to length of time for which an over-threshold condition persists.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to technology adapted for improved assessment of brain injuries in a human subject. For example, in some embodiments the invention relates to improved processing of data collected via an instrumented mouthguard device, including identification of false impacts. It will be appreciated that the invention is not limited to such a field of use, and is applicable in broader contexts. For example, the technology may be applied to detect other changes in physical performance, beyond head injuries. Furthermore, the technology may be applied in respect of other wearable devices which detect/measure head impacts, for example helmets.

Abstract: A system and method for providing media content to a content subscriber is described. One embodiment includes a media device for controlling access to media content. The media apparatus comprises a processor, a memory and a storage device housing to may house a storage device. The media apparatus further comprises a media database that stores information about media content residing on the storage device. The media apparatus may also comprise one or more communication interfaces for communicating with a content provider, the storage device or other devices. The media apparatus may also include a real-time clock to maintain the current time and date. Further, the media apparatus may comprise a viewing policy engine for controlling access to the media content on the storage device. Lastly, the media apparatus comprises a rental agreement engine for enforcing a rental policy associated with a storage device.