Method and apparatus for a body position monitor using radar

Details Method and apparatus for a body position monitor using radar Method and apparatus for a body position monitor using radar

2011-01-28

2011-11-29

Tarcza, Thomas (Department: 3662)

Communications: directive radio wave systems and devices (e.g.,

Presence detection only

By motion detection

C342S027000, C340S573100, C340S573400, C340S573500, C340S573700, C340S575000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08068051

ABSTRACT:
A radar system for monitoring a premises in a home or building. The radar system includes transmitter and receiver antennae and a signal processor that processes a reflected signal. Doppler analysis of the reflected signal determines the activity and location of a subject's upper torso, and the subject's presence within the monitored premises.

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