WO2016119659A1 - Ear-worn physiological detection device - Google Patents

Abstract

An ear-worn physiological detection device, which comprises a magnetic ear-worn structure (1), a physiological signal capturing circuit, an optical transmitter component (112), an optical receiver component (114), and multiple electroencephalographic electrodes (116 and 118). The magnetic ear-worn structure (1) is provided with a first component (10) and a second component (12) that are magnetically attracted to each other while being separated by a part of the auricle (100). The optical transmitter component (112) and the optical receiver component (114) are arranged on the magnetic ear-worn structure (1) so as to be fixed onto the auricle part (100) when the magnetic ear-worn structure (1) is affixed to the auricle part (100), thus acquiring relevant physiological information of the cardiovascular system. In addition, at least one of the electroencephalographic electrodes (116 and 118) is also arranged on the magnetic ear-worn structure (1) to be in contact with the skin of the auricle part (100), while at least another of the electrodes is in contact with the skin of another part, thus forming an electroencephalographic signal circuit and acquiring an electroencephalographic signal.

Description

Ear-worn physiological detecting device Technical field

The present invention relates to an ear-worn physiological detecting device, and in particular to an ear-worn physiological detecting device that combines an electroencephalogram electrode and a photosensor.

Background technique

EEG signals can be used to diagnose a variety of conditions, can be used to understand the activity and function of the brain, and can even be used to know a person's state of consciousness, and therefore, is a very useful physiological signal.

Conventional detection of EEG signals often uses a headgear to set the electrodes. Therefore, the subject needs to wear a head frame to determine the contact position of the electrodes with the scalp, and then fix the electrodes to the scalp with conductive paste and tape. In order to complete the settings required to obtain the EEG signal, the installation procedure is complicated and takes a long time. In addition, since each electrode has a connection line connected to the detection device, the ambient noise is also induced via the connection line. chance.

Light sensors provide many useful physiological information about the cardiovascular system, such as heart rate, blood oxygen concentration, blood pressure, and autonomic nerve activity. Moreover, because the light sensor is simple to set up, non-invasive, suitable for wear, More and more popular. For example, a common light sensor is a Photoplethysmography (PPG) sensor, which mainly uses blood that penetrates or reflects from a subject, for example, arterial blood or blood flow to perfusate tissue (perfused tissue). The light signal is used to monitor the physiological parameters of the subject because the light signal changes due to interaction with the blood of the subject, for example, due to absorption, reflection, and/or diffusion, etc., Features that are available for analysis to produce relevant physiological parameters can thus be left in the optical signal.

However, although the light sensor is suitable for wearing, it is also a noise phase generated by the movement. When it is sensitive, there is a high demand for setting stability. Usually, the position of the light sensor includes a fingertip, an earlobe, a forehead, and a wrist, etc., wherein the fingertip and the wrist are in a position where the human body frequently moves, as a setting position. Compared with the ear and the head, it is more likely to produce noise, and compared with the head, it is more beautiful in the ear and more suitable for daily use.

Generally, when measuring the EEG signal, the ear is separated from the head due to its structure and position, and is not easily affected by brain activity. It has always been regarded as one of the best positions for setting the reference electrode. In addition, the area near the ear is just right. Corresponding to the temporal lobe area of the brain, therefore, when the EEG electrode is located at the reference point and the temporal lobe area, the EEG signal can be obtained near the single ear. At this time, if the glazing sensor can be added, the upper layer can be further floor.

As mentioned above, heart rate is one of the information that light sensors can provide. In addition to being controlled by autonomic nerves, heart rate can also change due to respiratory effects on autonomic nerves, the so-called Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia (RSA). That is, during the inhalation, the heartbeat is accelerated and the heartbeat is slowed down during exhalation. Therefore, the user's breathing behavior can be obtained by measuring the heart rate. In addition, according to research, exhalation and inhalation cause blood vessels. Fluctuations in the blood flow, and this fluctuation will also reach the brain with the blood flow, which will cause the brain waves to fluctuate in the low frequency segment, for example, below 0.5 Hz. Therefore, it is also possible to observe the breathing by observing the brain waves. Mode, in addition, because the sinus node and vascular system of the heart are also regulated by the autonomic nervous system, and the autonomic nervous system also feeds the heart rate and blood pressure changes back to the brain through the baroreceptor system. Affect the function and operation of the brain, for example, affecting the cerebral cortex, and can be measured by EEG. Therefore, there is a relationship between the three, and the three Good synchronization can represent the human body in a more relaxed state, is very useful information.

Therefore, when the photosensor and the electroencephalogram electrode are combined on the same ear wearing device to simultaneously acquire the heart rate and the EEG signal, it has physiological significance, and is particularly applicable to the field of neurophysiological feedback. Information is provided to the user in real time, allowing the user to change their physiological state through self-consciousness regulation, for example, brain activity, and It affects the breathing and heart rate, or allows the user to follow by providing the correct breathing guide, so as to affect the brain activity and heart rate by changing the way of breathing, etc., all of which can achieve good synchronization and relaxation between the three.

Moreover, the simplified attachment structure provided only on the ear is more convenient for the user, and is more suitable for use in daily life, especially modern people accumulate a lot of pressure due to the compact life pace, if there is In the idle time, by simply putting the device on the ear, relaxing the physiology and psychology in a timely manner, and real-time understanding of the degree of relaxation of the body, I believe that it can bring considerable benefits to the user.

Summary of the invention

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide an ear-worn physiological detecting device which is embodied on a single-sided ear and has both a light sensor and an electroencephalogram electrode to obtain two kinds of physiological signals.

Another object of the present invention is to provide an ear-worn physiological detecting device that forms a dependency behavior between a photosensor and/or an electroencephalogram electrode and an ear by a magnetic force.

Another object of the present invention is to provide an ear-worn physiological detecting device having a magnetic ear-wearing structure including a photosensor and at least one EEG electrode.

Another object of the present invention is to provide an ear-worn physiological detecting device having an ear clip structure including a photosensor and at least one EEG electrode.

DRAWINGS

1-12 show an exemplary embodiment in which a magnetic ear-wearing structure is employed in an ear-worn physiological detecting device according to the present invention;

Figures 13-19 show an exemplary embodiment in which an ear-worn physiological detecting device according to the present invention employs an ear clip structure.

Among them, the reference numerals are as follows:

1 magnetic earwear structure

10 first part

12 second part

100 pinnacle

112, 212 light emitting components

114,214 light receiving components

116,216 reference electrode

118,218 grounding electrode

14, 16, 26 electrical cable

18 connectors

2 ear clip structure

20 first clip

22 second clip

24 spring

detailed description

The invention considers how to combine the light sensor and the electroencephalogram electrode on the ear, and the main consideration is that the structure is simple, the setting is easy, and at the same time, the appearance is good, and the main purpose is that the user can conveniently It can be used when necessary. Therefore, it is necessary to be able to simply complete the structural design of the setting, in order to increase the user's intention of use, and also to provide a good fixing/attaching ability, so that the user does not have to worry about the device falling off, etc. It is to be able to provide an aesthetically pleasing design that allows users to be discouraged without having to feel the device.

Therefore, based on the above considerations, according to the concept of the first aspect of the present invention, a magnetic attachment manner is employed. 1 shows a magnetic ear-wearing structure 1 according to the present invention having a magnetic ear-wearing structure 1 including a first component 10 and a second component 12, and the two components can be magnetically phased to each other across the auricle 100. Suction, that is, the first component 10 and the second component 12 are embodied to be magnetic, for example, by having a magnetic substance inside, Or a magnetic material itself, or a material that is magnetically attracted, or a material that is magnetically attracted to the inside. Therefore, in practice, for example, one component can be implemented. It is made to have a magnetic force, and the other part is made of a substance that can be attracted by a magnetic force, or both parts can be implemented to have a magnetic force without limitation.

Here, it should be noted that the magnetic attraction formed between the two components must reach any part of the auricle, for example, the earlobe portion without cartilage, or the portion with cartilage, which can attract each other. In this way, in addition to ensuring the stability of the photosensor and the electrodes, in order to improve the signal quality, the user can be prevented from falling off during use.

In the magnetic ear-wearing structure, a light sensor and at least one brain electrical electrode are disposed, wherein the light sensor includes a light emitting component and a light receiving component for measuring via penetration or reflection. The electroencephalogram electrode disposed in the magnetic ear-wearing structure may be additionally provided with an electrode as a ground electrode in addition to being selected as a reference electrode.

Furthermore, in addition to the ear-wearing structure, there will be at least one EEG electrode that contacts the skin of other portions to form a circuit for detecting an EEG signal with the electrode in the ear-wearing structure, for example, an ear other than the auricle. Part of the skin, for example, in the ear canal, or the skin that touches the head, or at the junction of the auricle and the head, is not limited.

In addition, the ear-worn physiological detecting device according to the present invention also includes a physiological signal capturing circuit electrically connected to the light emitting component, the light receiving component, and the plurality of electrodes for performing physiological signal capture, wherein The light emitting component emits a light into a portion of the auricle and enters the light receiving component after passing through the auricle portion in a penetrating or reflecting manner. At this time, by analyzing the optical signal, the relevant cardiovascular system can be obtained. Physiological information of (cardiovascular system), for example, continuous pulse change, heart rate sequence, blood oxygen concentration, blood pressure, autonomic nerve activity, etc. Further, the plurality of electrodes form an EEG signal detection circuit to obtain an EEG signal . Here, the setting position of the physiological signal capturing circuit can be implemented The implementation may be changed, for example, it may be accommodated in a casing, or may be disposed in an ear-worn structure, and may be changed according to actual needs without limitation.

Here, it should be noted that the photosensor and the plurality of EEG electrodes can be implemented to obtain physiological signals simultaneously or separately, and can be selected according to actual needs, without limitation; in addition, the photosensor can adopt various wavelengths of light. For example, visible light or invisible light, such as red light and infrared light (IR), can be used in a wavelength band that can be used. Therefore, it is only necessary to obtain a physiological signal from the ear by means of penetration or reflection, and there is no limitation.

Accordingly, the ear-worn physiological device according to the present invention is configured to be disposed on the unilateral ear by the ear-wearing structure, and the optical sensor and the at least one are also utilized by the ear-wearing structure while the device is disposed. The EEG electrode is placed on the auricle to obtain the position of the physiological signal, so that the sensor/electrode setting stability can be provided at the same time in the most simplified setting step, thereby maximizing the convenience of use.

1 to 4 show a configuration example of a light emitting component and a light receiving component that obtain a physiological signal by penetrating, in which the first component 10 is provided with a light emitting component 112, and the light receiving component 114 is provided. The second component 12 is disposed on the second component 12, and the two positions are opposite, so that a continuous pulse change can be obtained by penetrating. Further, a reference electrode 116 is disposed on the first component 10 and is implemented to surround the light emitting component 112. Forming the light path through the central portion of the light permeable (visible or invisible) portion thereof, and the first member and the second member are respectively connected to the physiological signal extraction circuit through an electrical connection line 14 (not shown) ) Electrical connection.

The implementation of FIG. 2 is similar to that of FIG. 1, except that the reference electrode 116 is disposed around the light receiving component 114 of the second component 12, and the first component 10 and the second component 12 are electrically connected to each other first through the electrical connection line 16. After the connection, the second component 12 is electrically connected to the physiological signal extraction circuit.

3 and 4 show the situation of having the reference electrode 116 and the ground electrode 118 at the same time. In FIG. 3, the electrode is implemented in the form of a surrounding optical component, and in FIG. 4, the optical component is disposed separately from the electrode.

Next, FIG. 5 to FIG. 9 are examples of configurations of a light-emitting component and a light-receiving component which show a physiological signal by reflection. Since the measurement is performed by reflection, the light emitting component and the light receiving component are disposed on the same component. Although the light emitting component and the light receiving component are disposed on the second component 12 in FIGS. 5-9, It is not limited thereby, and may be provided on the first component 10.

In addition, when the physiological signal is obtained by the reflection method, since the light emitting component and the light reflecting component are disposed on the same side of the ear, in order to prevent the ambient light that affects the signal from entering from the other side of the ear, in the present invention, no light is set. The first component 10 of the sensor is further configured to have a light-shielding function, which can be used as a shading by being made of an opaque material or by coating an opaque material on the surface of the hand. The first component 10 has both functions of providing magnetic attraction and shading effect, and the light shielding function of the first component further allows light not reflected by the ear tissue to be reflected by the first component and reflected again into the ear. Increase the chances of getting a signal.

Furthermore, it should be noted that even when the measurement is performed by the penetration method, it is preferable to shield the light component around the light component, so that in addition to avoiding the entrance of the ambient light, the light can be concentrated. It is conducive to the acquisition of good quality signals.

In the embodiment of FIGS. 5-6, the reference electrode 116 is implemented on the second component 12 as well as the light emitting component and the light receiving component. In FIG. 5, the reference electrode 116 is implemented to surround the light emitting component and The light reflecting component, while in FIG. 6, the reference electrode 116 is implemented separately. Furthermore, since no sensor or electrode is disposed on the first component 10, the first component 10 does not need to be electrically connected to the physiological signal extraction circuit. Therefore, the embodiment shown in FIG. 5 further includes a connection. The member 18, for example, a connector, a rubber connector, or a connector made of other materials, simply connects the first member 10 and the second member 12 together, for example, to prevent separation therebetween, or Also can be as shown in Figure 6. As shown, the two are implemented to attract only by magnetic force, so that the configuration of the overall device can be made more compact, or the connector 18 can be implemented in a detachable form, allowing the user to decide whether it is necessary or not. Therefore, there is no limit.

7 and 8 show an embodiment in which the reference electrode 116 and the light emitting component 112 and the light receiving component 114 are disposed on different components, and in this case, since the first component 10 and the second component 20 respectively have electrodes and The optical sensor needs to be electrically connected to the physiological signal acquisition circuit. Therefore, FIG. 7 shows that the first component 10 is first connected to the second component 12 through the electrical connection line 16, and then connected to the physiological signal extraction path through the electrical connection line 14. In the case of Fig. 8, the case where the two components are respectively connected to the physiological signal capturing circuit by the electrical connection line 14 is shown. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 9, the reference electrode 116 and the ground electrode 118 may be simultaneously provided.

Therefore, by adopting the magnetic attraction method, the electrode and the photosensor can be conveniently and naturally disposed on the ear, and the mechanical structure is relatively simple due to the magnetic attraction, thereby providing an aesthetically pleasing visual effect, for example, Can be implemented in the form of a magnetic earring, which does not affect the user's daily life at all.

Moreover, one advantage of using a magnetic ear-worn structure is that by changing the magnitude of the magnetic force, the tightness when clamped on the auricle can be changed, thereby adapting to different ear thicknesses of different users, or conforming to different users for tightness. Different requirements of the degree, for example, can be provided by providing components having different magnetic strengths for the user to select the most suitable tightness, or as a component with adjustable magnetic strength, allowing the user to adjust himself or herself, which is quite convenient. s Choice.

Furthermore, in addition to providing the EEG electrode and the photosensor in the magnetic ear-wearing structure at the same time, as shown in FIG. 10 to FIG. 12, it is also possible to implement only the electroencephalogram electrode. In FIG. 10, the reference electrode 116 is disposed in the On the second component 12, in FIG. 11, the first component 10 and the second component 12 are connected to each other by a connecting member 18 to avoid the occurrence of the first component being lost. FIG. 12 shows the ground electrode 118. Provided on the first component 10, and The test electrode 116 is disposed on the second component 12, and the two components are electrically connected to each other through the electrical connection line 16.

Therefore, by magnetic attraction, a stable contact can be obtained between the electrode and the skin of the ear, which contributes to obtaining a good quality signal, and since it is not necessary to provide a light-shielding effect when the electrode is provided only when the electrode is provided, In terms of design, there is more room to play. For example, the volume can be reduced, the material selection can be more diverse, and the shape limit is smaller, which is quite advantageous.

Next, in accordance with the concept of the second aspect of the invention, a mechanical attachment is employed. Since the thickness and/or size of the ear does not change much regardless of the height and thickness of the ear, it is easy to achieve a design suitable for most users when using mechanical force for attachment, for example, tightness, contact area, etc. Therefore, the way of clamping is also a good choice.

13 to 18 show the case where the ear-worn physiological detecting device according to the present invention has an ear clip structure 2. The ear clip structure 2 includes a first clip member 20 and a second clip member 22. The first clip member and the second clip member are configured to have a mechanical force to make the two Proximity, for example, a spring 24 can be utilized as shown, or a clip with a restoring force can be formed, for example, elastic steel, or two clips can be adjusted by the latch structure. There are various options for the distance between the two, and there is no limit.

When the ear clip structure is implemented, the light sensor is also configured to adopt a penetrating manner or a reflection mode to obtain a signal, and FIG. 13 to FIG. 15 show a possible embodiment in which the light sensor obtains a physiological signal by using a penetrating method. In FIG. 13, a light emitting component 212 and a light receiving component 214 are respectively disposed on the first clip 20 and the second clip 22 to obtain a continuous pulse change by penetrating a portion of the auricle 100. In addition, the reference electrode 214 is disposed on the second clip 22 and is in the form of a surrounding light receiving component 214. Alternatively, the reference electrode 214 may be disposed on the first clip 21, Limiting, as for the electrical connection line 26, is used for electrically connecting to the physiological signal extraction circuit, where the reference electrode 216, the light emitting component 212, and the optical receiving component 214 are electrically connected to the electrical connection line. Hidden inside the clip.

14 and FIG. 15 show an embodiment in which the reference electrode 216 and the ground electrode 218 are simultaneously provided. In FIG. 14, the electrode is implemented as a surrounding optical component, and in FIG. 15, the electrode is disposed separately from the optical component, both of which are As a viable way.

16 to FIG. 19 show a possible embodiment in which the photosensor adopts a reflection mode to obtain a physiological signal. The light emitting component and the light receiving components 212 and 214 are all located on the same component, as shown in the figure, on the second component 22, at this time, In order to allow light to be reflected, another component must provide a light-shielding effect, for example, made of an opaque material, or coated with an opaque material, without limitation.

16 and 17 show the case where the reference electrode 216 is located on the second component 22 together with the light emitting component 212 and the light receiving component 214, wherein FIG. 16 shows an embodiment in which the reference electrode 216 surrounds the light component, and FIG. 17 shows the reference. The electrode 216 may be disposed separately from the optical component; or, as shown in FIG. 18, the reference electrode 216 may also be located on the first component 20; or as shown in FIG. 19, the reference electrode 216 may be simultaneously disposed in the ear clip structure and The ground electrode 218, here, it should be noted that although the reference electrode is located on the second component 22 and the ground electrode is located on the first component 20, it is not limited and may be implemented in the opposite case.

Therefore, by means of the clamping, the light sensor and the EEG electrode can also obtain a good fixation effect on the ear, thereby achieving the simultaneous acquisition of EEG signals and related vascular system information.

In addition, a motion sensing component, such as an accelerometer, may be added to the device, for example, the earwear structure, to know the movement of the user during the measurement, for example, the ear, the head, and/or the entire body. The movement situation, by which the measured physiological signals can be entered Line correction, for example, uses the signal obtained by the accelerometer as a reference signal to remove noise generated by the movement, for example, to obtain a correct heart rate or EEG signal while walking or running.

The physiological detecting device of the present invention is suitable for use in various fields by the form of earwear, in combination with the brain electrical electrode and the light sensor.

For example, the ear-wearing physiological detecting device according to the present invention can perform neurofeedback by simply adding a communication module and cooperating with a device for displaying and/or sounding functions, for example, wirelessly. Communicate with a mobile phone to transmit the acquired physiological information to the mobile phone in real time, for example, EEG signals, heart rate, respiratory behavior (available from EEG signals or heart rate sequences), and EEG signals, heart rate, and respiratory behavior The result of the synchronization analysis, etc., and the information is provided to the user in real time through the mobile phone in a visual and/or auditory senseable signal, so that the user can perform self-consciousness regulation according to this, and a neurophysiological feedback loop can be formed. In addition, the user can conveniently perform neurophysiological feedback through the device worn on the ear and the mobile phone carried by the user, and achieve, for example, the effect of relaxing the body and mind, which is quite suitable for the free time of daily life.

In addition, it can also be implemented that the mobile phone itself also provides a breathing guide signal, for example, a breathing change mode preset to be fixed or changed with time, in the process of neurophysiological feedback, by means of breathing guidance, on the one hand The user concentrates on breathing, and on the other hand, influences the autonomic nerve, heart rate, and EEG signals through breathing adjustment, thereby making the effect of neurophysiological feedback more significant; and further, the physiological detection device achieves The real-time physiological information can also be used as a basis for adjusting the breathing guidance signal. For example, when the breathing rate of the user can be met to meet the breathing number signal, the rate of the guiding signal can be reduced in time, so that the user can follow and further reduce. The breathing rate will help to further improve the parasympathetic nerve activity, making the purpose of relaxation easier to achieve. Therefore, in this way, the breathing guide signal can be closer to the actual physiological state of the user, and the effect can be achieved. floor.

In addition to using a mobile phone, any device having a display and/or sounding function can be used with the ear-worn device of the present invention. For example, it can be specially implemented as a separate illuminator, for example, a sphere. , or an object of any shape; or implemented as a device having a display and/or vocal function, such as a cell phone, a watch, a tablet computer, and a personal computer, etc., without limitation. In addition, it can also be implemented as a display unit and/or a sounding module combined with the ear-worn physiological detecting device, and can be implemented, for example, as a display component extending from the ear-wearing structure, a light source, and / or a headset, etc., for example, can be implemented as a headset, while carrying the EEG electrode and the heart rate sensing unit, also providing information by sound, or voice, and / or extending a display component or source to the front To provide visual perception signals, etc., there is no limit.

Furthermore, the neurophysiological feedback performed by the device according to the present invention is also suitable for integration into the game, and therefore, in addition to changes in visual/auditory effects, for example, colors, object types, people, which change with physiological state, Sounds, etc., through the way of the game, will provide more interactive content. For example, a game software executed on a mobile phone and/or a computer can increase the interest of interaction with the user, thereby increasing the willingness to use. For example, first, a score system can be used. For example, if the goal of neurophysiological feedback is to relax the body and mind, the score can be used to express the degree of relaxation in a segment, such as the proportion of alpha waves in the brain wave. Moreover, since the physiological feedback has a cumulative effect, the scores obtained at different times and in different sections can be cumulatively calculated, so that the user can easily know the results of his own efforts through the scores, which is helpful. Cultivate a sense of accomplishment, and in this case, you can further set the different score thresholds that can be achieved, increase the user's desire for challenge, and, in conjunction with the concept of the level, when a threshold is reached, the next level can be reached. And open different functions, etc., increase the use of fun, and increase the willingness to use.

In addition, in addition to the concept of the level, rewards can also be used. For example, when the scores accumulate to a certain threshold, more optional characters can be added. For example, more types of clothes can be replaced, and a halo appears. Etc., or you can give accessories, treasures, etc., or to enhance the level of the player to give higher game ability, etc., and the common methods of various online games are suitable for the present invention.

Furthermore, since it is different from the general game nature, the accumulation of physiological feedback is mainly built on the premise of continuous use, that is, when the interval of the physiological feedback program executed is too long, the cumulative effect is lost, according to which For example, the calculation principle of the score can be designed as, for example, the accumulated score will decrease as the time interval becomes longer. If the game is not played for too long, the score will be zero, and the user must repeat Start, for example, when the user does not perform a physiological feedback procedure 2 days apart, the cumulative score is reduced to 75%, not used 3 days apart, the score is reduced to 50%, and so on, and finally when not used 5 days apart, The previous cumulative score is zeroed to thereby motivate the user to continue using.

Therefore, in addition to making the physiological feedback program more interesting, the game can also let the user feel the physiological state change caused by the physiological feedback in real time, so that the user feels that there is a goal and increases the power of use.

Furthermore, the earwear form of the present invention is also suitable for use as a brain-computer interface. In the case where the detected physiological signals mainly include an electroencephalogram signal and a heart rate sequence, there are several possible ways in which instructions can be generated, for example, but not limited to, due to the proportion of alpha waves in the brain wave, As the movements of closed eyes and blinks change greatly, in general, when the eyes are closed, the proportion of alpha waves is greatly increased. Therefore, it can be used as a basis for generating instructions. In addition, when the electrodes of the brain are When the setting position is near the eyes, the eye movement can also be detected, and the eye movement signal (EOG) can be obtained. Therefore, the command can be issued by, for example, blinking, eyeball, etc.; Breathing is also a physiological activity that the human body can control. As mentioned above, breathing not only affects the heart rate (that is, the so-called RSA), but also causes fluctuations in the brain wave in the low frequency section. Therefore, Under the framework of the invention, whether the brain wave signal is detected or the heart rate sequence is detected, the user's breathing behavior pattern change can be known, thereby serving as a basis for generating instructions, for example, the user can And instructions issued during inhalation and the like, or may increase heart rate variability by the addition of a deep breath, and then to increase the amplitude of the RSA effect, as the basis of instructions issued, and therefore, is not limited.

In addition, when the motion sensing component is mated, for example, the accelerometer, there may be more command modes, for example, when the various physiological phenomena described above can be combined with the up and down nodding, the left and right rotation of the head, and the like. , you can combine more kinds of instructions to make the application more extensive.

In summary, according to the ear-wearing physiological detecting device of the present invention, under the premise that the ear is selected as the setting position, the information of the relevant vascular system and the light sensor required for the EEG signal are innovatively obtained through careful structural design. And the brain electric electrode can be integrated on the same ear wearing structure, so that the ear wearing device can have more applications, and whether the magnetic ear wearing structure or the ear clip structure is adopted, both the structure is simple and the setting is easy. The purpose of aesthetics is very beneficial to the use in daily life and also increases the user's willingness to use.

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An ear-wearing physiological detecting device comprising: a magnetic ear-wearing structure having a first component and a second component, and the first component and the second component are constructed to magnetically attract each other across a portion of an auricle; a physiological signal acquisition circuit; a light emitting component and a light receiving component are electrically connected to the physiological signal capturing circuit and disposed on the magnetic earwear structure to be fixed to the pinna when the magnetic earwear structure is adsorbed to the auricle portion In part, wherein the light emitting component is configured to emit a light, and the light enters the receiving component after passing through the auricle portion, and the light entering the light receiving component is analyzed to obtain physiological information of the relevant cardiovascular system. ;as well as a plurality of electroencephalogram electrodes electrically connected to the physiological signal acquisition circuit, wherein at least one of the electrodes is disposed on the magnetic ear-wearing structure to contact the skin of the auricle portion, and at least one of the other electrodes contacts a portion of the skin In order to form an EEG signal detection circuit, and then obtain an EEG signal. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the light emitting component and the light receiving component are respectively disposed on the first component and the second component for performing penetration measurement. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the light emitting component and the light receiving component are disposed together on the first component or the second component for reflective measurement. The device according to claim 1, wherein the other portion of the skin is one or more of the skin of the other part of the ear other than the auricle and the skin of the head. The device of claim 1 further comprising a connector disposed between the first member and the second member. The device of claim 1 further comprising a motion sensing component, To obtain information about the movement of the body, wherein the motion sensing component is configured to perform one or more of the following, including: removing noise generated by movement of the user's body, and issuing instructions to participate in the brain-computer interface. An ear-wearing physiological detecting device comprising: a physiological signal acquisition circuit, An ear clip structure having a first clip member and a second clip member, and the first clip member and the second clip member are configured to be relatively biased by a mechanical force across a portion of the auricle; a light emitting component and a light receiving component are electrically connected to the physiological signal capturing circuit and disposed on the ear clip structure to be fixed to the auricle portion when the ear clip structure is clamped to the auricle portion The light emitting component is configured to emit a light, and the light enters the receiving component after passing through the auricle portion, and the light entering the light receiving component is analyzed to obtain physiological information of the relevant cardiovascular system; as well as a plurality of electroencephalogram electrodes electrically connected to the physiological signal extraction circuit, wherein at least one of the electrodes is disposed on the ear clip structure to contact the skin of the auricle portion, and at least one of the other electrodes contacts a portion of the skin, In order to form an EEG signal detection circuit, an EEG signal is obtained. The apparatus according to claim 7, wherein the light emitting component and the light receiving component are respectively disposed on the first clip and the second clip for penetration measurement. The apparatus of claim 7, wherein the light emitting component and the light receiving component are disposed together on the first clip or the second clip for reflective measurement. The device according to claim 7, wherein the other portion of the skin is one or more of the skin of the other part of the ear other than the auricle and the skin of the head. The apparatus of claim 7 further comprising a motion sensing component for obtaining information about the movement, wherein the motion sensing component is operative to perform the following One or more of them include: removing noise generated by the movement of the user's body, and issuing instructions to participate in the brain-computer interface. An ear-wearing physiological detecting device comprising: a physiological signal acquisition circuit, a magnetic ear-worn structure having a first component and a second component, and the first component and the second component are constructed to magnetically attract each other across a portion of an auricle; a plurality of electroencephalogram electrodes electrically connected to the physiological signal acquisition circuit, wherein at least one of the electrodes is disposed on the magnetic ear-wearing structure to contact the skin of the auricle portion, and at least one of the other electrodes contacts a portion of the skin In order to form an EEG signal detection circuit, and then obtain an EEG signal. The device according to claim 12, wherein the other portion of the skin is one or more of the skin of the other part of the ear other than the auricle and the skin of the head. The device of claim 12 further comprising a connector disposed between the first member and the second member. The device of claim 12, further comprising a motion sensing component for obtaining information about the movement, wherein the motion sensing component is configured to perform one or more of the following, including: removing the user The noise generated by the movement of the body, as well as the instructions to participate in the brain-computer interface.

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