SI22644A - Intelligent functional jacket for the detection of injuries featuringpartial bullet protection - Google Patents

Abstract

The intelligent functional jacket for detecting injuries featuring partial bullet protection solves the problem of simple and effective detection and location of the injury on the user body including data on his vital functions as well as location where the person is located in the case that the user of the intelligent functional jacket (12) has been injured by way of a cold weapon (22) or firearms in the field. This data is transferred wireless to a control information centre. The intelligent functional jacket (12) is made from weather and fire-proof upper layer (1), a functional intermediate layer (2) which offers partial protection against incisions and pricks as well as an internal layer (3) featuring antibacterial protection. Its functions are operated and managed by a sensor system (23) and a system for acquiring, storing and evaluating signals (24) with the help of a circuit (25) for detecting power outages. One of its features is also the cut made to measure, which enables simple handling and ergonomic comfort for the user.

Description

Slovenia

INTELLIGENT FUNCTION JACKET FOR INJURY DETECTION WITH PARTIAL BREAK PROTECTION FUNCTION

The subject of the invention is an intelligent functional jacket for the detection of injuries with the function of partial protection against breakage, or more specifically the garment with built-in sensors for the detection of injuries and monitoring of vital functions of man, made of single-layer three-layer functional textiles, which offers partial protection against punctures and cuts provides human antibacterial protection.

The invention is intended to be classified within F 41H 1/00, A 41D 1/02 and A 61B 5/02 within the international patent classification.

A technical problem solved by the invention is the construction of an intelligent functional jacket, which, in addition to its partial protective function, will also allow an active character in terms of sensing the physiological state of the user in the field. The design of an intelligent functional vest will allow the detection of the location of a gunshot wound on the body, monitoring the physiological parameters of the injured person and determining the location of the injured person, with a simultaneous response-message function for transmitting this information to the central station.

In addition, the jacket construction will provide partial protection against cuts and stabs, will be easy to use, while providing the wearer with antibacterial protection.

There are a number of well-known personal protection clothing solutions, some of which also contain elements of the information system.

U.S. Patent No. 6,145,551 is a known solution to a tailored weaving process for the production of a complete three-dimensional fabric for the production of intelligent garments. It is an integrated tube-shaped fabric that includes, among other things, optical fibers and electrically conductive yarn. Following this weaving process, we can obtain a jacket with dressing openings made from only one layer of tubular-shaped integrated fabric, without interruptions or stitches. An integrated fabric incorporates a sensor system whose components consist of elastic, electrical conductive fibers that can be used to control one or more vital signals of the human body. The solution is impractical, since it requires the manufacture of a dedicated machine for weaving tubular integrated fabric, the production of a jacket is demanding, its dressing and undressing is impractical, and the use is uncomfortable. It also has the disadvantage that it is not puncture resistant and does not have antibacterial protection.

U.S. Patent No. 6,315,009 is a known solution to a custom weaving process for the production of three-dimensional fabric adapted to a sleeve garment. The garment is made of only one layer of integrated fabric, without seams or breaks and is tubular in shape. By incorporating the selected sensory component or several into the weaving, the garment can incorporate intelligent capabilities such as monitoring human vital signals and / or penetration. The sensor system is integrated into the integrated fabric, and its components form elastic electrical conductive fibers that can be used to control one or more vital body signals. The solution is impractical as it requires structural changes to the weaving machine and a tailored and demanding process of weaving and thus making the jacket. The disadvantage is that the garment is not resistant to cuts and punctures, does not provide antibacterial protection and is impractical to wear and undress and uncomfortable to wear.

Another well-known solution is according to document WO 99/64657, comprising a single-layer base fabric incorporating an information infrastructure system which may consist of a penetration detection component and / or an electrically conductive component. Fabric is tubular, knitted or woven, as a two-dimensional flat textile, incorporating a flexible infrastructure for gathering, processing, transmitting and receiving information. It can be used to control one or more of a person's vital functions such as heart rate, ECG, heart rate, body temperature, allergic reactions and sound. The solution is impractical because the workmanship is very demanding and the dressing and undressing is impractical. It also has the disadvantage that it does not allow the user to be protected from cold weapon damage and antibacterial protection, which is important in the event of injury.

According to the patent no. U.S. Pat. No. 6,349,201 is a well-known bulletproof vest solution with a built-in signal system intended primarily for firearms protection, with the ability to selectively transmit a signal to assist in remote locations. The bulletproof vest forms the front and back panels, which are joined by a yoke, with each panel made up of three layers, which are attached to each other. The outer layer is pressure sensitive and is preferably derived from piezoelectric materials which, upon impact of the ball, initiate a current that detects this impact. An impermeable layer of Kevlar or other such resistant material is attached to the inner surface of this outer layer. The bulletproof vest incorporates sensors for sensing the physiological magnitudes of the user and a signaling system for transmitting information about the condition and physical characteristics of the user to the base. This layer also has the ability to detect whether the bullet has broken through the armor panel and the degree of impact it has caused. The solution is impractical as it relates to the very demanding production of a bulletproof vest, and thus its use is limited. Designed primarily for firearms protection, it does not provide antibacterial protection for the user and is uncomfortable to carry.

It is further known in U.S. Patent No. 7,043,766, which comprises a garment to improve the cooling and thermal insulation of the wearer, generally worn as a garment. The primary purpose of this solution is to increase the cooling effect of the material in sweating. The garment is made of a single-layer knit fabric with a domed serrated design with defined air ducts. Knitwear consists of three types of yarn. The first yarn includes single polyester monofilaments, the second yarn is filamentary and the third yarn is elastomeric. The first yarn thus provides the necessary rigidity, the second yarn provides softness and comfort, and the third yarn provides the necessary elasticity to adapt to the body. For certain applications, other yarn is used and can thus be fireproof, notch resistant and / or firearms. The solution is impractical because of its elaborate design, and its disadvantage is that it does not have a detection function and a sensor function, but does not provide a responsive message function.

A common feature of all the known known solutions is that such intelligent, tubeless, open-ended garments are made of a single-layer or multi-layer integrated fabric or knit fabric, with a built-in sensor system to control one or more vital body signals. The variants are, in particular, in the design of the garment, in the process of weaving the fabric, in the method of installation and the extent of operation of the sensor system, and in the design of these garments. The problem that remains unsolved is mainly in the elaborate fabrication of the integrated fabric with the sensor system, as well as in the fabrication of the intelligent garment itself. The problem of the non-resistance of intelligent breakthrough clothing, such as cuts and stabs of small arms, and the lack of antibacterial protection of the user in the event of a breakthrough of the garment, thereby damaging the wearer, is also unsolved, as well as the impracticality and inconvenience of using these garments.

According to the invention, the problem is solved with an intelligent functional jacket for detection of damage with the function of partial protection against breakthrough, performed on the basis of a characteristic functional architecture, consisting of three layers, characterized by resistance to cuts and stabs and antibacterial protection, in which the network system is integrated guides for the detection of injury location, together with sensors to monitor the physiological parameters of the user. The invention will be described by way of example and illustrative drawings

FIG. 1 is a frontal view of a model of intelligent functional jacket according to the invention

FIG. 2 in the same way as in FIG. 1, in 3D only, with built-in damage detection elements and sensors

FIG. 3 Develop an intelligent functional jacket coat with integrated sensors and microcontrollers

FIG. 4 A-A longitudinal cross-section of the intelligent functional jacket with layers display, with integrated network system of conductors

FIG. 5 block diagram with a schematic representation of the sensor system and the system for capturing, storing and evaluating the signals of the input and output parameters of an intelligent functional jacket

The intelligent functional jacket 12 is designed and constructed as a sleeveless outer garment, which has a lug 13 with a binding segment 14 in the chest area, which allows the wearer to easily dress, undress and retrieve. It is formed by the back part 20 and the breast part 21, which can be made in one, indivisible piece, or they can be made individually and connected with each other by appropriate side seams, glued or otherwise connected. Above it has an opening 15 for the head, below it an opening 18 for the body, and on each side there is an opening 16 and 17 respectively for the arms. At least one pocket 19 is made at the front 21. It is shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 3. In another embodiment, the intelligent functional jacket 12 may also be of a different pattern.

The intelligent functional jacket 12 is designed as a garment of three layers, namely, from the top layer 1, the intermediate layer 2, and from the inner layer 3, which follow in the order indicated. The interlayer 2 is designed or woven in such a way as to provide partial protection or resistance to the notch and / or stabbing of the cold weapon 22, and this over the entire surface of the mantle of the intelligent functional vest 12. The interlayer 2 thus has the function of partially protecting the user from damage by the cold weapon. partial break-in protection. The inner layer 3 is designed to provide antibacterial protection to the user in the event that the user is damaged. Between the inner layer 3 and the intermediate layer 2 is a network of conductors 4, preferably implemented over the entire surface of the intelligent functional vest 12, or the entire surface of its back 20 and both halves of the front 21. fibers or other suitable conductive filaments and is preferably embedded in the inner layer 3 or may be sewn, glued or otherwise attached thereto. The threads extend horizontally and vertically to form a grid consisting of any number of individual boxes or loops within the grid system of conductors 4. The size and shape of the windows may be arbitrary, but as a rule conditioned by the provision of a detection function, thus adjusted to the size of the potential damage. due to the firearm 22 or the firearm projectile that could penetrate the intelligent functional jacket 12. The network system of conductors 4 must therefore be sufficiently dense to detect the breakthroughs.

On the inside of the inner layer 3, in the chest area 21 of the intelligent functional vest 12 and in the heart area, there is a skin temperature sensor 5 Tk, a heart rate sensor U _s, and an ECG signal sensor 7, which directly or indirectly touch the body surface. user and may be standard implementations. In another embodiment, the sensors 5, 6, and 7 may also be located otherwise inside the casing of the intelligent functional jacket 12. Their primary purpose is to monitor and measure the physiological parameters of the user.

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On the opposite half of the thorax 21 and on the outside of the top layer 1 there is a sensor 8 of ambient temperature T _O k and a sensor 9 for determining the local coordinates N _s , which may also be standard designs. The sensors 8 and 9 may, in another embodiment, be located within the casing of the intelligent functional jacket 12 and otherwise positioned.

A microcontroller 10 is installed in the lower region of one of the breast portions 21, preferably in the side seam area and below the sleeve opening 17, which has the role of controlling the operation of the intelligent functional vest 12 with a complete communication system, including its responsive message function. In the second half of the chest 21, also preferably in the area of the lateral suture and under the sleeve opening 16, there is a microcontroller 11, which ensures the rational use of the electricity of all elements and assemblies that need this energy in the intelligent functional jacket. operation. Installation of microcontrollers 10 and 11 in the area of one and the other side seam, or in the area under the sleeve openings 16 and 17 is recommended, since in this case they are protected by the user's hands against damage. In another embodiment, the microcontrollers 10 and 11 may be housed and otherwise located within the casing of the intelligent functional jacket 12.

The top layer 1 of the intelligent functional jacket 12 is preferably made of 100% cotton fabric, or it may also be made of a fabric blend of cotton and polyester fibers, in atlas or twill weave, with or without camouflage patterns. The fabric is treated with a water-repellent and fireproof finish and provides an active climate. It is also possible to use the so-called Gore membrane, which, as a microporous membrane, allows sweat to be transferred from the body, that is, evaporation of sweat, and prevents the penetration of liquid into the interior of the fabric.

The intermediate layer 2 is preferably made of high-performance double-sided knit fabric, a mixture of Kevlar, cotton and Lycra, weighing between 250 and 300 grams ² , resistant to cuts and / or punctures. In another embodiment, the intermediate layer 2 may also be made of high performance twill weave fabric made of 100% Kevlar fibers, which is also resistant to cuts and stitches.

The inner layer 3 consists of flat textiles with embedded silver fibers that provide the user with effective antibacterial protection. In another embodiment, the flat textiles may be made by silver surface treatment. Flat textiles with embedded silver fibers or with silver surface treatment also have a beneficial effect on the comfort of the user when the human body is moving more strongly. The silver fibers and the silver surface coating, embedded in or on the basic textile, neutralize the action of bacteria in the area of the gunshot wound or incision and / or stab. They also neutralize the action of bacteria that cause odors to sweat. The maintenance of such flat textiles is easy and their silver effect can withstand up to fifty washes. As an alternative to the flat textiles described above, a cotton fabric can be used which is treated with nano particles of natural zeolite, which, like silver, provides an antibacterial effect.

In FIG. 5 shows that the operation of the intelligent functional jacket 12 according to the invention is facilitated by a sensor system assembly 23 and a system assembly 24 for capturing, storing and evaluating signals of input parameters, which, with appropriate software support, that is, software and algorithm, produce responsive message parameters.

The assembly of the sensor system 23 is formed by a single-layer but three-layer intelligent functional jacket 12, consisting of a top layer 1, an intermediate layer 2 and an inner layer 3 with a network system of conductors 4, and further consists of five sensor units, namely a sensor 5 for determining skin temperature T _k , heart rate sensor U _s , sensor ECG signal sensor 7, ambient temperature sensor T _ok and sensor 9 for determining local coordinates N _s forming the so-called GPS module and circuits 25 for detecting a power failure . The sensor system 23 therefore detects changes in physical quantities, which the system 24 for converting, storing and evaluating signals into changes in electrical quantities, which, if necessary, amplifies, processes or adjusts them - signal condition and stores them.

Thus, the signal circuit of the eight lines of the circuit 25 for detecting a power failure forms a digital input, followed by signal processing, or so-called signal condition, after which the signal is captured by the microcontroller 10. The signal chain of the ECG signals of the sensor 7 enters the amplifier 27, where the signal is amplified. its filtering is performed by means of a low and high frequency sieve or filter, and then the microcontroller 10 captures the signal and saves it via the AD converter 29.

The heart rate signal U _s detected by the sensor 6 is guided to the receiver 28 and thence to the microcontroller 10, which captures and stores this signal. The temperature sensors 5 and 8 are digital and enable serial digital data transmission using single-wire bus technology. The signals detected by the skin temperature sensor T _k and the ambient temperature sensor T _ok , whose transmission is via a single-wire bus, the so-called 1-Wire bus, are fed directly to the microcontroller 10, which stores these signals.

The signal for locating the N coordinates _{from the} sensor 9, based on Global Positioning System technology, or shorter GPS, consisting of satellites, receivers and associated control stations, after pre-processing the signal condition captures the microcontroller 10, which stores the captured signals.

With the help of appropriate signal evaluation software, the input parameters T _ok , T _k , N _s , U _s and ECG are evaluated within the system 24 for capturing, storing and evaluating the input and output signals, thus forming the corresponding response message parameters, which are transmitted through the user interface to the user and via the communication interface to the appropriate base or reception center.

The operation of the sensors 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 is controlled and controlled by a microcontroller 10 embedded between the intermediate layer 2 and the inner layer 3 of the intelligent functional jacket 12 and having the function of capturing, transmitting, storing and processing data.

For voltage stabilization and rational use of electricity, a microcontroller 11 is also provided, which is also mounted between layers 2 and 3 of the intelligent functional jacket 12. The microcontroller 11 for voltage stabilization therefore provides the required voltage level within all other previously mentioned sensor units, namely temperature measurement, local coordinates, physiological quantities and voltage measurements. All these units of the sensor system 23 and system 24 for capturing, storing and evaluating the signals Ns, T _ok , T _k , U _s and ECG, operate with the appropriate software support, that is, the support of algorithms and software by producing responsive message parameters and transmitting them competent collection center.

The following is a description of the functioning of the intelligent functional jacket 12 in the event of a breakdown and consequently damage to its user. As described previously, the implementation of the intermediate layer 2 is such that it provides the intelligent functional vest 12 with partial protection against the notch and stabbing of the weapon 22. The user of the intelligent functional vest 12 is protected against such damage. In the case of injury to the user, that is, firearms from a firearm, a projectile or a bullet breaks through a three-layer layer of intelligent functional vest 12. At the point of a projectile breakage, there is a break in the conductive strands within the network of conductors 4, located between the interlayer 2 and the inner Layer 3. Functional architecture of the grid system of conductors 4 in the event of a breakdown of the intelligent functional vest 12 and thereby damage or gunshot wound of the user, detects a local damage at the point of the breakthrough, that is, interruption of the electrically conductive horizontal and vertical fibers or threads. Namely, the breakage of these fibers or threads occurs at the break-in point, which the circuit 25 detects as a break in the electrical circuit and therefore automatically activates the functions for determining the location of the local damage inside the jacket of the intelligent functional jacket 12 and consequently through it the position of the gunshot wound or damage to the user's body. To determine the position of injury on the body of the user, the network system of conductors 4 is preferably divided into eight segments, which are directly connected to the microcontroller 10 via the circuit for detecting electrical interruption 10, which evaluates the location of the local damage of the intelligent functional jacket 12 and consequently determines the location of the local injury of the injured person as the user. In another embodiment, the number of segments not shown separately may be less than or greater than eight.

When the system 24 for detecting, storing and evaluating the signals detects the location of the damage, the sensor system 23 is activated automatically by a suitable algorithm, which triggers the operation of the sensor 5 and the sensor 8 to measure the temperature, namely the skin temperature T _{k of the} user and the ambient temperature T _O k- Further sensors 6 and sensors 7 are activated to measure physiological magnitudes, namely the heart rate Us and ECG signals of the user. At the same time, a sensor 9 is activated via communication according to the prescribed protocol to determine the local coordinates N _s and thus the location in the field where the injured user of the intelligent functional vest 12 is located.

By means of a suitable system 24 for capturing, storing and evaluating signals and transmitting data, the measurement signals described above are guided to a microcontroller 10, which has the task of controlling most functions and only executing an algorithm for the behavior or operation of an intelligent functional jacket 12.

The software, which is implemented via or with the help of both microcontrollers 10 and 11, consists of two modules. The first module presents a complex algorithm for a more powerful microcontroller 10 that manages the functions of an intelligent functional jacket 12, while the second module represents an algorithm for a weaker microcontroller 11. Both protocols implement communication specific to this system. As already mentioned, the more powerful microcontroller 10 is intended for communication and the various states of sensors 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, while the weaker microcontroller 11 takes care of rational use of electricity, for stabilization of voltage and for detecting all changes in the previously mentioned Sensors 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 are listed.

Communication between the intelligent functional jacket 12 and its user is ensured through an appropriate user interface, where the user can directly monitor the status of vital functions Tk, Us, ECG signal and ambient temperature T _O k while communicating with the corresponding database or information the centers are provided via a wireless communication interface, which distributes information about the damage detection of the user, his current location and the status of his vital functions through radio waves of arbitrary frequencies. Satellite navigation is possible for long distances.

System 24 for signal acquisition, storage, evaluation and data transmission is based on complex control of information transfer, its activation can be performed manually by the user, or activation can be performed completely automatically by the mere detection of damage or by monitoring changes in the body functions of the user of intelligent functional jacket 12, the change of which indicates the need for user assistance. The message, which will be forwarded to the database or information center on this basis, contains information on the location of the injury on the body of the user, information on the current physiological parameters of the user, such as skin temperature T _k , heart rate U _s, and ECG values, further contains temperature data the surroundings T _ok and the local coordinates N _{from the} location where the user is located.

For the power supply to the grid system of conductors 4, sensors 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and microcontrollers 10, 11 and associated microelectronic elements and actuators within the sensor system 23 and system 24 for capturing, storing and evaluating the signals of the input parameters, voltage source 26. The latter is preferably in the form of a suitable battery, such as NiCd or similar, also in combination with micro solar cells.

The feature of the intelligent functional jacket 12 according to the invention lies mainly in its functional single layer construction of three layers. The building is formed by weatherproof and fireproof top layer 1, a functional intermediate layer 2 that offers partial protection against the incision and stabbing of 22 weapons and an inner layer 3 with antibacterial protection that neutralizes the action of bacteria in the event of injury to the user, as well as in case of a stronger sweats the user's body. Furthermore, it is characterized by functional, ergonomic comfort in terms of tailor-made cut or model, with the possibility of additional protection of the neck of the user.

It follows from the foregoing that an intelligent functional vest 12, in the event of injury to a user with a cold and / or firearm in the field, will detect and detect the location of the damage and this information, including information about the user's vital functions and whereabouts, wirelessly forwarded to the database or the dedicated collection center for that purpose. The information provided will be essential for the follow-up of injured or multiple users.

The target group of users of Intelligent Functional Jacket 12 according to the invention is, in addition to the military, reliable police, detectives, security guards, firefighters and the like who either need to be protected from cold weapons injuries or are at risk of being injured by firearms or need their monitoring. physiological condition and injuries. The use of intelligent functional vest 12 is also possible for climbers, certain athletes and patients.

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PATENT APPLICATIONS 1. Intelligent functional damage detection jacket with partial break-in function, characterized in that it is essentially formed by a sensor system 23 and a system 24 for capturing, storing and evaluating the signals of input and output parameters (T _ok , T _k , N _s , U _s , ECG), wherein the sensor system 23 consists of a single-layer intelligent functional jacket (12) constructed of a top layer (1), an intermediate layer (2) and an inner layer (3) with a network of conductors (4), and further consists of five sensor units, at least one sensor (5) of skin temperature T _k , at least one sensor (6) of heart rate U _s , at least one sensor (7) of ECG signals, at least one sensor (8) of ambient temperature T _ok and at least one sensor (9) of the local coordinates N _s and of the circuit 25 for detecting a power failure; that the grid system of conductors (4), preferably embedded between the intermediate layer (2) and the inner layer (3) and extending preferably over the entire mantle of the intelligent functional jacket (12), consists of any vertical and horizontal conductive threads, thus forming a net of any number of boxes the size of which is adapted to the size of the firearm (22) or the firearm projectile. Jacket according to claim 1, characterized in that the intelligent functional jacket jacket (12) is constructed of a back part (20) with an opening (15) for the head and two lateral chest parts (21) with one opening (16) respectively. (17) behind the arms, wherein the free edges of the chest portions (21) form a gap (13) covered with a connecting segment (14). Jacket according to claim 1, characterized in that the network system of conductors (4) is preferably divided into eight separate and connected segments, which are directly connected to the microcontroller (10) via a circuit (25) for detecting an electrical interruption. Jacket according to claim 1, characterized in that the skin temperature sensor (5) T _k , the heart rate sensor (s) U _s and the ECG signal sensor (7) are preferably located on the inner side of the inner layer (3) in the range the associated thoracic portion (21) with the connecting segment (14) in the region of the heart by directly or indirectly touching the surface of the body of the wearer. Jacket according to claim 1, characterized in that the sensors (8) and (9) are preferably located on the outside of the top layer (1) in the region of the chest portion (21) which does not lie in the region of the user's heart. Jacket according to claim 1, characterized in that the microcontroller (10) is preferably located in the side seam area and below the sleeve opening (17) of the adjacent half of the thorax (21). Jacket according to claim 1, characterized in that the microcontroller (11) is preferably positioned in the area of the lateral suture and below the sleeve opening (16) of the adjacent half of the thorax (21). Jacket according to claim 1, characterized in that the power supply to the mains system (4), sensors (5, 6, 7, 8, 9) and microcontrollers (10, 11) and associated microelectronic elements and actuators are internally (23, 24) a dedicated voltage source (26) of any design. 9. The process of operation and control of an intelligent functional jacket for detecting injuries with a partial break-break function, characterized in that, in the event of a breakage of the intelligent functional jacket (12) and thereby damaging the wearer, the conductive strands break or break in a network of conductors (4), which is detected by a circuit (25) for detecting an electrical interruption directly connected to the controller (10) as an interruption of the electrical circuit within a portion of the network of conductors (4), and then in the system (24) the capture, storage and evaluation of signals, the local injury of the user is evaluated and subsequently determined by the location of the injury on his body; that at the moment when the location of the damage is detected by the system (24) for detecting, storing and evaluating the signals, a sensor system (23) is automatically activated by a suitable algorithm, which triggers the operation of the sensor (5) for measuring the skin temperature of the user and the sensor (8) for measuring the ambient temperature T _O k, at the same time the sensor (6) for measuring heart rate U _s and the sensor (7) for measuring the ECG signals of the user are activated, and also the sensor (9) for determining the local coordinates N _s and thus locations on the ground where the injured wearer of the intelligent functional jacket (12) is located. Method according to claim 9, characterized in that, by means of a system (24) for capturing, storing and evaluating signals, the measured signals T _k , U _s , ECG, T _O k and Ns are led to a microcontroller (10) having the task of managing most of the functions of an intelligent functional vest (12), as well as the implementation of an algorithm for its behavior and operation. Method according to claim 9, characterized in that the communication between the intelligent functional jacket (12) and its user is via an appropriate user interface, where the user can directly monitor the state of vital functions T _k , U _with ECG values and the state of the ambient temperature directly on the display. T _ok , communication with the relevant information center is performed via a wireless communication interface, which distributes information about the damage detection of the user, his current location and the status of his vital functions over shorter distances by radio waves and at larger distances by satellite navigation . Method according to claim 9, characterized in that the components of the sensor system 23 and the system 24 for capturing, storing and evaluating the signals N _s , Tok, Tk, U _s and ECG operate with the support of the corresponding algorithms and software to produce responsive message parameters and forward them to the competent collection center. Method according to claim 9, characterized in that the message transmitted by the intelligent functional jacket (12) to the competent information center contains information on the location of the damage to the body of the user, information about his current physiological parameters T _k , U _s , ECG and information on T _O k and N _s . Method according to claim 9, characterized in that the system (24) for receiving, storing and evaluating the signals can be activated manually by the user of the intelligent functional vest (12) by pressing a corresponding button, while automatically activating by the mere detection of damage to the network system of conductors. (4) or the user, or based on monitoring changes in his or her physical functions, the change of which indicates the need for assistance to the user.