Abstract: A coffee grinding machine (10) and an espresso coffee machine are described. The coffee grinding machine comprises a first grinder and second grinder cooperating with each other so as to grind coffee beans, obtaining a first dose of ground coffee during a first grinding cycle. The coffee grinding machine comprises a motor which rotates one of the grinders relative to the other one at a rotation speed. The coffee grinder machine is configured to modify the rotation speed so as to perform a second grinding cycle in which a second dose of ground coffee is obtained. The rotation speed is modified depending on quantitative information received from the espresso coffee machine and based on a coffee preparation cycle performed with said first dose of ground coffee, wherein the quantitative information may be a flow value measured in the espresso coffee machine or a brew ratio value.

Abstract: A system comprising a food processor for preparing a food in a food preparation vessel and/or another kitchen appliance, and to a method and a computer program product. The food processor comprises a tool for mixing or chopping the food in the food preparation vessel. A control unit can access a recipe and be caused by a recipe step of the recipe (26) to operate the tool and/or the heating element in a manner defined by the recipe step. The control unit is configured such that a desired time is defined during the food preparation process or for a completion of at least two recipe steps. In this way, it is possible to monitor a food preparation process during the performance with regard to completion times. Depending on the monitoring, measures can be taken to optimize a preparation of one or more foods in terms of time.

Abstract: A motor for a blender may include an armature and a coil. The coil and armature operatively receive power from a power source. The blender may include a controller and a memory. The memory may store instructions that, when executed by the controller, cause the controller to dynamically alter an output current to the motor. The instructions adjust the output current supplied to the motor at a given speed to reduce torque of the motor to match a preferred torque versus speed profile.

Abstract: A foldable and displaceable bathing chair structure comprises a seat unit and a seat supporting unit. The seat unit comprises a movable cushion and at least two sliding components. Each sliding component comprises at least one roller and a seat positioning piece. The seat supporting unit comprises four folding units, four chair legs, two side pipe bodies and two cushion pipe bodies. Each folding unit comprises a first connecting part connected with the chair leg, a second connecting part connected with the side pipe body and a third connecting part connected with the cushion pipe body. Each cushion pipe body includes at least one seat positioning hole, and each side pipe body includes a folding switch component. The roller of each sliding component drives the movable cushion to move thereon. The folding switch components enable the chair legs to be displaced relative to the cushion pipe bodies.

Abstract: A handheld shower includes a shower body and a liquid storage tank. The shower body has an inlet channel and an outlet portion, and the inlet channel communicates with the outlet portion. The liquid storage tank has a receiving space and a liquid outlet, and the receiving space is adapted to receive a cleaning solution. The liquid outlet communicates with the receiving space and is adapted to output the liquid solution inside the receiving space. The liquid storage tank is detachably engaged with the shower body, and the handheld shower is light and easy to carry. Thereby, users no need to carry many bottles of cleaning solution when traveling or on business trips, and have their own handheld shower when they are going out, enhancing the convenience of the journey and the comfort of bathing outside.

Abstract: A device for reducing a level of infectious agents present on one or more hands of a user. This device may reduce the level of infectious agents present on one or more fingers and/or thumbs of a user, specifically reducing a level of infectious agents present on the distal aspect of the digit; including, but not limited to an underside of a nail plate, and an area of hyponychium skin between a free margin of the nail plate and an onychodermal band of a digit, such as for example, a finger, thumb, or toe.

Abstract: An apparatus configured to lift and lower a toilet seat on a toilet without the need to touch the toilet seat. The toilet seat lifting and lowering apparatus attaches directly to the bathroom floor and the toilet seat. A foot lever is pivotally attached to a base component that is securable to the floor next to the toilet. The foot lever is pivotally connected to a lifting lever that extends upward toward the toilet seat. A toilet seat attachment component is pivotally attached to a distal end of the lifting lever extending perpendicularly where it engages the toilet seat. The user steps on a foot pedal of the foot lever pushing up the lifting lever to raise the toilet seat. To lower the toilet seat, the user removed their foot from the foot pedal allowing the lifting lever to return the toilet seat to the down position.

Abstract: A simple device to allow the exertion of an upward pulling force by the user when seated on a toilet for completion of a bowel movement. The exertion of an upward force on a stationary object allows the engagement of other muscles in the upper body to compress body internals in assistance of the work to be done by the sphincter muscle in the expulsion of the bowel movement. The disclosed sphincter assistance pulling device provides the user with a means to exert the desired upward pulling forces using their arms, while holding the device firmly on the ground with their feet. In this way, the sphincter assistance pulling device facilitates and easier and faster expulsion of the desired bowel movement.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner comprises a housing. A motor-fan assembly is mounted in the housing and arranged to generate and air flow between an air inlet and an air outlet. A spiral dirt separator is mounted between the air inlet and the motor-fan assembly. A dirt collector mountable on the housing and comprising a plurality of dirt compartments arranged to each receive dirt from a different part of the spiral dirt separator.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner, comprising: a housing; a motor unit provided in the housing and used for generating suction force; a dust cup provided on the housing and used for collecting sucked particles, the dust cup comprising a suction inlet; a battery for supplying power to the vacuum cleaner; a handle located on the housing; and a suction pipe unit having a storage state, wherein under the storage state, the suction pipe unit extends from the suction inlet on one side of the dust cup, across the handle, and to the other side of the dust cup along the length direction of the handle. The motor unit and the dust cup are located on the same straight line direction; the battery is provided on a side of the housing. The layout of the whole machine components of the present vacuum cleaner is optimized, and the performance of the vacuum cleaner is guaranteed under the premise of miniaturization.

Abstract: A hand vacuum cleaner with a finger grip area that is provided between a forward side of the handle and a rear side of the main body, and wherein the suction motor is positioned between the cyclone and the finger grip area and an axis that extends between the front of the cyclone and the handle extends through the suction motor.

Abstract: A suction apparatus is provided including a suction unit for creating a suction flow, at least one filter and a filter cleaning device, wherein the filter cleaning device includes at least one valve having a closing body and a counter device, and wherein in an open position of the valve the filter has a filter cleaning flow applied thereto and wherein in a closed position of the valve the filter cleaning flow is or becomes inactive, wherein the closing body has a first contact region and a second contact region, wherein, in the closed position of the valve, both the first contact region and the second contact region are in contact against the counter device, and wherein in the open position of the valve, a flushing air flow flows past both the first contact region and the second contact region to the filter.

Abstract: A multi-roller guide is provided that includes a base plate with a cover plate secured thereto and a plurality of roller assemblies with rollers rotatably secured between the base plate and cover plate, the roller assemblies aligned along a roller assembly arc path, wherein the rollers are configured to rotatably engage with a tensile member.

Abstract: The present invention is a system, device, and method for use of a steerable tractor powered unit (STPU) comprising a vacuum cleaner mounted to a self-leveling platform coupled to a tactile joystick staff operable to control said steerable tractor powered unit, considerably reducing the effort required to operate said vacuum cleaner; a variety of vacuum cleaner types are adaptable for use with said STPU.

Abstract: This application provides a method and an apparatus for updating a working map of a mobile robot, and a storage medium in the field of intelligent control technologies. The method includes: determining a plurality of detected environment maps based on object distribution information detected by the mobile robot in a moving process; merging the plurality of detected environment maps to obtain a merged environment map; and then performing weighting processing on the merged environment map and an environment layout map currently stored in the mobile robot, to obtain an updated environment layout map. The environment layout map stored in the mobile robot is updated by using the plurality of detected maps obtained by the mobile robot during working, so that the updated environment layout map can reflect a more detailed environment layout. This helps the mobile robot subsequently better execute a working task.

Abstract: The disclosure discloses a debris collecting base station, a cleaning robot and a cleaning system. The debris collecting base station cooperates with the cleaning robot. The cleaning robot has a debris outlet for discharging debris. The debris collecting base station includes a base, a debris collecting device, a first communication component and a microcontroller. The base has a debris intake passageway. One end of the debris intake passageway pneumatically interfaces with the debris outlet, the debris collecting device is mounted on the base and is communicated with the end of the debris intake passageway away from the debris outlet. The microcontroller is electrically connected to the first communication component and the debris collecting device, which controls the first communication component to send and receive interactive signals with the cleaning robot and controls working modes of the debris collecting base station based on the interactive signals.

Abstract: A cleaning article for cleaning a target surface. The cleaning article has a coating comprising mineral oil, a triglyceride and a silicone wax, to improve debris capture and retention. The coating further improves processability, without sacrificing debris capture and retention.

Abstract: A method includes supplying, using a water supply coupled to a tub of a dishwasher, water into the tub, wherein the tub includes a sump and a sprayer; circulating, using a circulation circuit coupled to the sump and the sprayer, the water from a sump to the sprayer; storing, using a water tank coupled to the circulation circuit, the circulated water from the circulation circuit on completion of a first phase; drawing heat, using a supply side of a thermoelectric module system coupled to the circulation circuit and the water tank, from the stored water in the water tank from the first phase; and outputting, using an output side of the thermoelectric module system, heat to the circulated water in the circulation circuit for a second phase.

Abstract: A check valve assembly for a drain pump configured to transfer fluid from a sump, through a volute having a pump discharge passageway extending from the volute, includes a seat assembly and a flapper assembly. The seat assembly has a body with a first distal end and a second distal end, and a fluid passage extending through the body. The body defines a valve seat having a sealing surface about the fluid passage. The flapper assembly is operably coupled to the seat assembly. The flapper assembly has a moveable portion configured to selectively move between a closed position where the moveable portion seals against the sealing surface and an opened position where the moveable portion raises to allow liquid through the fluid passage. The check valve assembly is configured to be located within the pump discharge passageway.

Abstract: A long serial mechanism (LSM) extends from an actuator, distally along a chain of links. Each link comprises a moving mechanism (MM), actuation of which adjusts a position of the link with respect to another of the links. The LSM comprises a shaft, and a series of driving mechanisms (DMs) coupled to the shaft at each link. The LSM has (i) an engaging state in which each DM can potentially transfer rotation of the shaft into actuation of a respective MM, and (ii) a neutral state in which the DMs cannot transfer rotation. Via only (i) transitioning the shaft between the neutral state and the engaging state, and (ii) rotation of the shaft, the actuator is able to cause actuation of the first MM independently from actuation of the second MM, and actuation of the second MM independently of actuation of the first MM. Other embodiments are also described.

Abstract: An endoscope including a handle and an insertion tube connected to the handle and having a bending section with a first elongate bending section part and a second elongate bending section part. The first elongate bending section part includes first annular members arranged in a row and interconnected by first bridges so as to form a first comb-like structure. The second elongate bending section part includes second annular members arranged in a row and interconnected by second bridges so as to form a second comb-like structure. An outer circumferential surface includes a groove adapted to receive a first bridge and a groove adapted to receive a second bridge of the first bending section part.

Abstract: As a wire moves in a first direction, which is an operating part side, relative to a grip part and a bendable part, the grip part is closed, and the bendable part is bent in a state where the grip part is closed. A coil spring is moved in a second direction, which is a distal end part side, in response to a pushing-in operation with respect to a piston and moves the wire in the first direction relative to the grip part and the bendable part by pushing the grip part and the bendable part in the second direction as being moved in the second direction.

Abstract: A disposable air/water valve may include a main stem providing an air passage through the center bore of the main stem. A method for manufacturing a disposable air/water valve may include several steps. The main stem is molded, and placed in a mold for over-molding seals onto the main stem. Prior to the next steps, the retaining ring, button cap, and boot may be molded. The back end of the main step is placed through the center of the retaining ring and resilient member (e.g., spring). The button cap is then placed on and secured to the main stem.

Abstract: Some implementations of the disclosure relate to an endoscope, comprising: a shaft comprising: a distal end; and a proximal end comprising a rigid attachment segment configured to be removably coupled to an adapter or instrument, a surface of the rigid attachment segment comprising: a groove and a section adjacent the groove, the section protruding relative to the groove and comprising a recessed indentation or protrusion; and a housing coupled to the shaft. The surface of the rigid attachment segment may include multiple grooves and multiple sections alternating along the longitudinal length of the rigid attachment segment; each of the sections protrudes relative to the grooves and comprises a recessed indentation or protrusion; and the multiple sections and the multiple grooves are configured such that the instrument or the adapter can be coupled to the endoscope in a plurality of lengthwise positions.

Abstract: An endoscope with particular adhesive elements and/or particular internal dry lubricants have improved compatibility to various oxidative processes such as the ones used for terminal sterilization. The particular adhesive elements and particular internal dry lubricants are disclosed herein. A method of manufacturing an endoscope and a method of repairing an old endoscope are also disclosed herein.

Abstract: A basket device for an endoscope includes a base tube attached to an end of an endoscope tube and including at least one channel through which an endoscopic camera or a surgical instrument passes, a plurality of baskets provided at locations separate from each other in a radial direction along an edge of an end of the base tube and formed to protrude in a direction in which each of the baskets is to be expanded, and an operator formed to surround the plurality of baskets at the end of the base tube and being slidable in a longitudinal direction of the base tube.

Abstract: An endoscopic system having a shaft, a sheath disposed at least partially inside the shaft having a distal end with a leading surface and an inner surface, the leading surface at the distal end of the sheath having rounded edges so as to be atraumatic, an instrument at least partially inside the sheath and movable relative to the sheath along a longitudinal direction of the sheath, the inner surface being sloped so as to deflect the instrument at a predetermined angle as it is moved into contact with the inner surface and out of the sheath, and the sheath being rotatable relative to the shaft so as to change the direction at which the instrument extends from the sheath.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a medical device assembly. The medical device assembly described herein may include a medical device and a control unit. The medical device may include an imaging apparatus, an electrical wire coupled to the imaging apparatus, an illumination device, an illumination connector coupled to the illumination device, and a connector coupled to the electrical wire and the illumination connector. The control unit may include an electrical interface, a light source, and a port, wherein the port is configured to receive the connector to operatively couple the electrical wire to the electrical interface, and to operatively couple the illumination connector to the light source, the connector being removably attachable to the port.

Abstract: Some implementations of the disclosure relate to an adapter, comprising: a channel running through the length of the adapter from a first opening to a second opening of the adapter, wherein a shaft of an endoscope is configured to be threaded through the channel; a first coupler configured to removably secure the adapter to a second coupler of the endoscope, the first coupler comprising the second opening; and a rigid attachment segment comprising a surface configured to removably couple the adapter to an instrument or second adapter. The surface of the rigid attachment segment may include multiple grooves and sections alternating along the longitudinal length of the rigid attachment segment, each section protruding relative to the grooves and comprising a recessed indentation or protrusion; and the multiple sections and grooves configured such that the instrument or second adapter can be coupled to the adapter in multiple lengthwise positions.

Abstract: A pressure monitoring device used to monitor for leaks in a tool such as a medical endoscope. The device includes a housing having an internal volume fluidically coupled with an internal volume of the tool to form a combined internal volume. A pump changes the pressure inside the combined internal volume thereby establishing a baseline pressure at a pressure differential from the ambient environment. During operation of the tool, the pressure inside the combined internal volume is monitored for a change exceeding a predefined limit and such a change results in the device issuing an alarm signal indicating a leak has occurred in the tool. The device housing can be directly mounted to the tool, located remotely and connected with a coupling hose, or integrated with an accessory device connected to the tool. Preferably, the pressure differential is negative relative to ambient when the tool is a medical endoscope.

Abstract: Ophthalmic endoscopes are provided that overcome deficiencies associated with current approaches to implanting ophthalmic stents and shunts for treatment of glaucoma. In various aspects, ophthalmic endoscopes are provided having an elongated body, an instrument port, a micro fiber-optic camera, and in some aspects an irrigation port, wherein the irrigation port extends at least the length of the elongated body from the proximal end to the distal end. The use of the fiber-optic camera and the angle of the irrigation port can allow the device to be operated with a single hand and to overcome the difficult positioning associated with conventional implantation procedures. Ophthalmic endoscopy systems are also provided including the endoscope and a video processor. Methods of implanting an ophthalmic implant using the ophthalmic endoscopes and endoscopy systems are also provided.

Abstract: A rigid endoscope device comprises a disposable endoscope body structure (2), a disposable antibacterial line mechanism (3) and a reusable camera mechanism (1). A light source (5) is provided near the front end of the endoscope body structure (2). The endoscope body structure (2) is integrated with or separated from the antibacterial line mechanism (3). The camera mechanism (1) can be linearly inserted into the endoscope body structure (2) from the rear end of the endoscope body structure (2). The antibacterial line mechanism (3) can be linearly connected to the rear end of the endoscope body structure (2) and seals at the rear end of the endoscope body structure (2), such that the camera mechanism (1) inside the endoscope body structure (2) is isolated from the outside. In the rigid endoscope device, a reusable camera mechanism (1) is isolated from the external environment and is not in contact with people, thereby effectively ensuring a sterile state thereof.

Abstract: An image acquisition unit acquires a medical image which is obtained by picking up an image of an observation target illuminated with illumination light including short-wavelength narrowband light, the observation target being magnified at a first magnification ratio or more and less than a second magnification ratio that is more than the first magnification ratio. A disease-related processing unit performs processing related to the disease on the basis of the medical image.

Abstract: In a gastric calibration hose with an elongated flexible hollow body having an outer wall and a first and a second hose end, it is provided that the elongated flexible hollow body has at least two channels, each of which extend in the longitudinal direction of the hollow body, the first channel having at least one opening in the area of the second hose end, and the second channel being closed at the second hose end, at least one illuminant being arranged in the second channel in the area of the second hose end.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to non-invasive nerve identification using snapshot polarimetry. The present disclosure further relates to a system for nerve identification, the system comprising a camera including a sensor, and a filter having a linear polarizer array, an illumination system configured to illuminate a target area with polarized light illumination, the polarized light illumination having at least one predetermined polarization angle, the illumination system including one more light sources, and one or more polarizer filters, and a processor configured to process imaging data obtained from the camera, and output a birefringence map of the target area including indicia of a nerve structure.

Abstract: An illumination system for an endoscope has a plurality of light assemblies, including a red assembly with a red light source, a blue assembly with a blue light source, a green assembly with a green light source, and an infrared (IR) assembly with an IR light source. Each light assembly further includes an output beam shape adjuster configured to receive an output beam from the respective light source and adjust the beam angular profile, and an output beam angle adjuster configured to receive a beam from the output beam shape adjuster and adjust the output beam angle. A plurality of dichroic plates are configured to combine output beams of the red assembly, the blue assembly, the green assembly, and the IR assembly.

Abstract: An electrosurgical instrument configured for connection to a supply apparatus for operation. The instrument has an end opening at the distal end and supports at least one electrode in the area of the end opening to which an alternating voltage potential can be applied. Directly adjoining the end opening, a liner of the electrosurgical instrument limits a flow chamber inside the liner. With distance to the end opening a flushing channel opens out into the flow chamber via an exit opening and a suction channel opens out into the flow chamber via an inlet opening. A flushing fluid can be introduced in the flow chamber via the flushing channel and can be extracted by suction via the suction channel.

Abstract: An anatomical probe system comprises an elongated flexible body and an operational component extending within a channel of the flexible body. The system also comprises a support member at a distal end of the elongated flexible body. The support member includes a fluid director adapted to direct a fluid from the channel toward the operational component. The fluid may be automatically directed towards the operational component in response to detecting a material obstruction of an image.

Abstract: An imaging support device that supports imaging of teeth inside an oral cavity is provided. The imaging support device includes an input unit, an identification unit, a specification unit, and an output unit. The input unit receives a tooth image obtained by imaging the teeth inside the oral cavity. The identification unit identifies a type of a tooth based on the tooth image received by the input unit. Based on the type of the tooth identified by the identification unit, the specification unit specifies a type of a tooth as a target for imaging support. The output unit outputs information about the type of the tooth specified by the specification unit to an outside at a prescribed timing.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a laryngoscope may include forming a blade being straight and having a handle side and a non-handle side, the blade including a structure that extends from a proximal end to a distal end, and configured to connect to a handle at the proximal end. A first channel may be formed through the structure. The first channel may be configured to enable optical signals to pass therethrough. The first channel may include (i) a first aperture disposed at the proximal end of the first channel and (ii) a second aperture disposed at the distal end of the first channel. The second aperture may be oriented at an offset angle toward the handle side such that images captured via the second aperture are at the offset angle.

Abstract: The present invention is directed at minimally invasive systems in which the proximal end portion of the working channel has either zero or a limited range of movement in the lateral direction. A first embodiment has a slidable collar attached to a pair of flanges, wherein movement of the collar is bounded by an annular frame. A second embodiment has a substantially spherical element attached to the tube. A third embodiment has a plurality of caps. A fourth embodiment is adapted for a larger working channel.

Abstract: A method for calculating the fundus oculi target motion amount of a line scan imaging system may include obtaining a fundus oculi image, and dividing, according to chronological order, each frame image of a reference frame and a target frame into equally spaced sub-frame elements according to data reached, receiving the latest sub-frame metadata, and starting a preset algorithm to calculate the position of the current sub-frame element relative to said reference frame, or locate the relative positions of the sub-frame element of the target frame and the sub-frame element of the reference frame, setting a scan signal and a frame synchronization signal to synchronously trigger the line scan camera to obtain the sub-frame image synchronized with the scan signal, and according to the sequence of arrival of each sub-frame element to a host system, calculating in real time the fundus oculi movement information contained in each sub-frame element.

Abstract: A method for predicting abnormal eye convergence in a human or animal subject may involve tracking eye movement of at least one eye of the subject to generate eye tracking data for the subject and using the eye tracking data to predict whether the subject has abnormal eye convergence. A method for diagnosing a brain injury in a human or animal subject may involve tracking eye movement of at least one eye of the subject to generate eye tracking data for the subject, using the eye tracking data to predict whether the subject has abnormal eye convergence, and predicting whether a brain injury has occurred in the subject, based on the prediction of whether the subject has abnormal eye convergence.

Abstract: A method for imaging a tissue of an eye, the method including the steps of providing oblique illumination to the eye by a plurality of light emitting areas of a light delivery device, the plurality of light emitting areas being independently controllable and arranged to direct light towards at least one of a retina and an iris of the eye, causing an output beam from light backscattered from the at least one of the retina and the iris by the oblique illumination, capturing the output beam with an imaging system to provide a sequence of images of a fundus of the eye, and retrieving a phase and absorption contrast image from the sequence of images of the fundus, wherein the sequence of images of the fundus of the step of capturing is obtained by sequentially turning on one or more of the plurality of light emitting areas at a time in the step of providing the oblique illumination.

Abstract: An ophthalmic apparatus includes an inspection unit configured to inspect an eye to be inspected, a driving unit configured to drive the inspection unit, and a control unit configured to start control of the inspection unit and the driving unit based on an inspection protocol in response to a predetermined condition, the inspection protocol defining a series of control procedures for performing a plurality of inspections including an alignment adjustment for aligning the inspection unit with the eye to be inspected, wherein the control unit is configured to display results of the plurality of inspections and display information for accepting an instruction to retry a part of the plurality of inspections on a display unit.

Abstract: A retinal imaging system includes an image sensor for acquiring a retinal image and an illuminator for illuminating a retina to acquire the retinal image. The illuminator surrounds an aperture through which an image path for the retinal image passes before reaching the image sensor. Illumination sources surround the aperture.

Abstract: A platform for hermetic heterogeneous integration of passive and active electronic components is provided herein. The platform can include a substrate that provides a hermetic electrical interconnection between integrated circuits and passive devices, such as resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Such substrates can be formed of a dielectric, such as a ceramic, and include electrical interconnects and can further include one or more passive devices. The substrate can include one or more cavities, at least a primary cavity dimensioned to receive an active device and one or more secondary cavities can be included for secondary connector pads for interfacing with the active and passive devices and which can be separately hermetically sealed. The substrate can include a multi-coil inductor defined within alternating layers of the substrate within sidewalls that surround the primary cavity to minimize size of the device package while optimizing the size of the coil.

Abstract: A console for medical diagnosis includes a chair, a computer for displaying and communicating test results, various testing areas for performing multiple diagnostic tests, various testing devices including at least an EEG testing device, an ECG testing device, a BMD testing device, an ultrasonography testing device, and an EMG testing device, and openings for kidney probes and an echocardiogram probe. The testing areas include a first area for performing diagnostic tests on the head, a second area for performing diagnostic tests on sensory, a third area for performing diagnostic tests on the chest region, a fourth area for performing diagnostic tests on the pelvic and chest regions, a fifth area for performing diagnostic tests on blood, tissue, and bodily fluids, a sixth area for performing electromyographical tests, a seventh area for performing bone-related diagnostic tests, and an eighth area for performing diagnostic tests related to physical parameters and vitals.

Abstract: An optical detection device for physiological characteristic identification includes a substrate, a light source and an optical receiver. The light source includes a plurality of first lighting units and a plurality of second lighting units symmetrically arranged on the substrate. The optical receiver is disposed on the substrate and adapted to analyze optical signals emitted by the light source for acquiring a result of the physiological characteristic identification.

Abstract: Disclosed techniques include multispectral sample analysis using fluorescence signatures. At least one fluorescence excitation light wavelength is provided to a material sample. The material sample exhibits fluorescence characteristics along the Red-Green-Blue (RGB) light wavelength spectrum. The at least one fluorescence excitation light wavelength includes a wavelength less than a wavelength of the RGB light wavelength spectrum. Output values of an RGB sensor are measured. The measuring detects the fluorescence characteristics of the material sample. The fluorescence characteristics are in response to the at least one fluorescence excitation light wavelength. The output of the RGB sensor is compensated based on an analysis of a wavelength response of the RGB sensor. An indication of composition of the material sample is generated. The indication is based on interpreting the output values that were measured. The indication can include skin assessment or wound assessment, taken over time.