BULLET CONFIGURED TO MONITOR, TRACK AND FACILITATE INITIAL CARE OF A GUNSHOT VICTIM OF THE BULLET

Abstract

A smart bullet configured for monitoring, tracking, and facilitating initial care of the gunshot victim of the bullet.

Claims

1. A bullet dimensioned to be fired from a handgun, the bullet comprising a DNA detector.

2. The bullet of claim 1, further comprising a bullet casing encasing the DNA detector.

3. The bullet of claim 2, wherein protrusions directly connected to the DNA detector protrudes beyond the casing.

4. The bullet of claim 1, further comprising: a position locator configured to define its global positioning; and an alert system operatively associated with the DNA detector so that if DNA is detected the alert system communicates a global position of the bullet.

5. The bullet of claim 4, further comprising a sensor configured to determine a temperature of a substance the bullet casing is embedded in.

6. The bullet of claim 5, further comprising a cauterizing heating element configured to emit heat when DNA is detected.

7. The bullet of claim 6, further comprising a power source encased by the bullet casing.

8. A method of medically assisting a gunshot victim, the method comprising: housing a DNA detector in a bullet causing the gunshot.

9. The method of claim 8, further comprising: encasing a position locator in the bullet, wherein the position locator is configured to define its global positioning; and operatively associating an alert system with the DNA detector so that if DNA is detected the alert system communicates a global position of the bullet.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0013] FIG. 1 is a schematic view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.

[0014] FIG. 2 is a schematic view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.

[0015] FIG. 3 is a flowchart view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0016] The following detailed description is of the best currently contemplated modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general principles of the invention, since the scope of the invention is best defined by the appended claims.

[0017] Broadly, an embodiment of the present invention provides a smart bullet configured for monitoring, tracking, and facilitating initial care of the gunshot victim of the bullet.

[0018] Referring now to FIGS. 1 through 3, the present invention may include a bullet 10 or 22 comprising a DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) collector 12, a power source 14, a smart sensor 16, a positioning locator 18, a cauterizing heater 20 and/or a cauterizing laser 24. The positioning locator 18 may be enabled or include satellite-based radionavigation system, global positioning system or the like for identifying its four-dimensional position in spacetime.

[0019] A bullet casing 30 encases the above-mentioned components. The bullet casing 30 is adapted from a material of sufficient strength and impact resistance to shield the above-mentioned components from failure due to the bullet 10 impacting a victim when the bullet is fired from a firearm. The bullet casing 30 may provide apertures 11 through which collectors 13 of the internalized DNA collector 12 may protrude therefrom, whereby the collectors 13 can physically contact the surroundings beyond the bullet casing 30. The DNA collector 12 is dimensioned and adapted to determine if a human victim has been shot. The positioning locator 18 is designed to send notifications to emergency services to locate the bullet 10 and thus the victim, while also providing information on the location of the bullet in victim. The positioning locator 18 may be configured to only activate regarding the smart sensor 16.

[0020] The smart sensor 16 is configured to check for the presence of hemoglobin and human DNA specific markers. The smart sensor 16 is configured to work in coordination with the positioning locator 18 in determining where and in which organ the bullet is located after collection from via the apertures 11. The positioning locator 18 is configured to immediately activate when human DNA and proteins are identified, which in turn activates the cauterizing heater 20 to help minimize bleeding. The power source 12 powers the above-mentioned cauterizing heater 20, the positioning locator 18, the smart sensor 16 and the DNA collector 12.

[0021] The smart sensor 16 aids in the identification of human DNA and the location of the bullet inside the victim. The positioning locator 18 aids in locating the bullet, victim, and scene of the crime. An alert system may be placed in the bullet which will activate once human DNA is detected. A cauterizing heat source or laser 22 may be placed in bullet 10 to aid in life preservation by cauterizing the wound. Apertures 11 may be placed in the bullet which are designed to collect DNA for use in determining if the victim is human and for DNA collection if the bullet passes through victim. The power source 12 is needed to power the system.

[0022] The locator, smart sensor, battery, and alert system are essential in identifying victims and aid in getting timely help to gunshot victims. The holes and thermal heat source are optional but will aid in getting lifesaving help to victims.

[0023] The locator and emergency alert system can be used to create a general emergency alert system. This system can be used to track weapons and their firing in sensitive locations such as hospitals, schools, government buildings, etc. The sensor can be tailored to alert authorities to damage to personal and private property by utilizing a smart scanner that identifies these objects. The smart sensor can potentially be tailored to record health data such as blood pressure and vitals which would aid in getting accurate help to victims.

[0024] A method of using the present invention may include the following. The smart bullet 10 disclosed above may be provided. The present invention can be used to cut down the response time and help in the identification of mass shootings. The present invention can be used to create an alert system that tells where the crime occurred and in assisting victims in getting timely care.

[0025] Additionally, the present invention can be used as a global tracking system for gun owners and ammo.

[0026] As used in this application, the term “about” or “approximately” refers to a range of values within plus or minus 10% of the specified number. And the term “substantially” refers to up to 80% or more of an entirety. Recitation of ranges of values herein are not intended to be limiting, referring instead individually to any and all values falling within the range, unless otherwise indicated, and each separate value within such a range is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein.

[0027] For purposes of this disclosure, the term “aligned” means parallel, substantially parallel, or forming an angle of less than 35.0 degrees. For purposes of this disclosure, the term “transverse” means perpendicular, substantially perpendicular, or forming an angle between 55.0 and 125.0 degrees. Also, for purposes of this disclosure, the term “length” means the longest dimension of an object. Also, for purposes of this disclosure, the term “width” means the dimension of an object from side to side. For the purposes of this disclosure, the term “above” generally means superjacent, substantially superjacent, or higher than another object although not directly overlying the object. Further, for purposes of this disclosure, the term “mechanical communication” generally refers to components being in direct physical contact with each other or being in indirect physical contact with each other where movement of one component affect the position of the other.

[0028] The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (“e.g.,” “such as,” or the like) provided herein, is intended merely to better illuminate the embodiments and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the embodiments or the claims. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any unclaimed element as essential to the practice of the disclosed embodiments.

[0029] In the following description, it is understood that terms such as “first,” “second,” “top,” “bottom,” “up,” “down,” and the like, are words of convenience and are not to be construed as limiting terms unless specifically stated to the contrary.

[0030] It should be understood, of course, that the foregoing relates to exemplary embodiments of the invention and that modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as set forth in the following claims.