Patent ID: 7423536
Filing Date: 2008-09-09
Classification: G08B

Abstract:
1. A heat sensor activated detector comprising: (a) a heat sensor that monitors a heat signal; (b) an audible signal generator; (c) a logic device that compares the heat signal to a predetermined level and transmits an enable signal to the audible signal generator if the heat signal is below the predetermined level, the predetermined level corresponding to a preset distance from a user, the user having a body heat; (d) a power source that supplies power to the heat sensor, the audible signal generator, and the logic device; (e) a housing that contains the heat sensor, the audible signal generator, the logic device, and the power source; and (f) a means for attaching the detector to another object, the means comprising a connector selected from the group consisting of a hook-and-loop fastener, a snap closure, and an adhesive, the other object being commonly a misplaced personal objects; whereby the audible signal generator emits a sound upon receipt of the enable signal, the sound permitting the user to take notice that the other object is beyond the preset distance and to locate the other object.