Abstract: The present invention is that of a secure dispensing systems and methods for prescription medications. In certain embodiments, the system comprises a dispenser with a unique user identity authentication sensor, such as a fingerprint scanner, in combination with a vibration sensor to detect movement. The user identity authentication and vibration sensors communicate with a provided computer software application via application program interface such as may be installed on a smartphone. Certain embodiments also allow for improved compliance with prescription instructions by rewarding users for prescription compliance by providing audiovisual and gaming rewards. Dispensers according to the invention may be manual or automated in nature and may be remotely activated using modern computing and networking technologies, and may also communicate through telehealth networks for automated prescription refills.

Abstract: The present invention is that of a tamper-resistant container of durable material and structure. In certain embodiments, the container is configured to include power source, such as a battery rechargeable via provided uniform serial bus (USB) port, which powers a unique user identity authentication sensor, such as a fingerprint scanner, in combination with a vibration sensor to detect movement. The user identity authentication and vibration sensors communicate with a provided computer software application via application program interface such as may be installed on a computer, preferably a smartphone. Short message service (SMS) text messages may provide tamper alerts, and a system comprising the software application may enable remote locking and unlocking, access and approval, as well as updates and reminders related to the administration of contents such as prescription medications.

Abstract: The present invention is that of a tamper-resistant container of durable material and structure. In certain embodiments, the container is configured to include power source, such as a battery rechargeable via provided uniform serial bus (USB) port, which powers a unique user identity authentication sensor, such as a fingerprint scanner, in combination with a vibration sensor to detect movement. The user identity authentication and vibration sensors communicate with a provided computer software application via application program interface such as may be installed on a computer, preferably a smartphone. Short message service (SMS) text messages may provide tamper alerts, and a system comprising the software application may enable remote locking and unlocking, access and approval, as well as updates and reminders related to the administration of contents such as prescription medications.

Abstract: An embodiment relates to a tool, including: a handle having an interior cavity therein; a grip on the handle; a rod that is movable with respect to the interior cavity of the handle such that movements of grip are translated into movements of the rod to deploy and retract an end of the rod with respect to an end of the handle; and a tool element attached to the handle. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Abstract: An embodiment relates to a tool, including: a handle having an interior cavity therein; a grip on the handle; a rod that is movable with respect to the interior cavity of the handle such that movements of grip are translated into movements of the rod to deploy and retract an end of the rod with respect to an end of the handle; and a tool element attached to the handle. Other embodiments are described and claimed.