A device for sterilizing insulin pumps

Abstract

This invention discloses a device for disinfecting insulin pumps, belonging to the field of insulin pump disinfection technology. It includes a disinfection chamber, a drive mechanism, a circulating motion mechanism, and a cleaning mechanism. The disinfection chamber has an inlet and an outlet on both sides. A feeding chute is located at the inlet on one side of the disinfection chamber, and a discharging chute is located at the outlet on the other side. This device can disinfect the entire surface of the insulin pump, and medical personnel can select the appropriate cleaning effect according to the required level of cleanliness, thus avoiding the limitation of only achieving the best cleaning effect and reducing the disinfection efficiency of the insulin pump during the disinfection process. Simultaneously, it can disinfect multiple insulin pumps at the same time and can also wipe away stains on the display screen and buttons on the surface of the insulin pump, further improving the cleaning and disinfection effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of insulin pump sterilization technology, and more particularly to a device for sterilizing insulin pumps. Background Technology

[0002] An insulin pump consists of a pump, a small syringe, and an infusion tubing connected to it. The syringe can hold up to 3 ml of insulin. After the syringe is inserted into the pump, the guide needle at the end of the connected infusion tubing is inserted subcutaneously into the patient using a syringe injector. The piston of the small syringe is driven by the piston of the insulin pump, which is powered by a battery, to deliver insulin into the body. The basic purpose of an insulin pump is to simulate the secretory function of the pancreas, continuously pushing insulin subcutaneously into the user according to the dose required by the body, maintaining stable blood sugar throughout the day, and thus achieving the goal of controlling diabetes.

[0003] With the increasing incidence of diabetes, more and more patients are using insulin pumps. In hospitals, insulin pumps are an essential treatment method as they allow patients to quickly achieve target blood sugar levels. However, insulin pumps in departments are reused and must be worn close to the body, posing a risk of cross-infection to different patients. Proper disinfection of insulin pumps is crucial to prevent this risk. Current disinfection methods primarily involve alcohol wiping, which is cumbersome and carries the risk of incomplete disinfection and potential damage to the device's surface. Therefore, this device provides a solution for disinfecting insulin pumps. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention provides a device for disinfecting insulin pumps to solve the aforementioned technical problems.

[0005] The present invention adopts the following technical solution: it includes a disinfection chamber, a drive mechanism, a circulating motion mechanism, and a cleaning mechanism. The disinfection chamber is horizontally arranged, with an inlet and an outlet on both sides. A feeding chute is provided at the feeding inlet on one side of the disinfection chamber, and a discharging chute is provided at the discharging outlet on the other side. The drive mechanism is located inside the disinfection chamber. Several circulating motion mechanisms are provided, and the several circulating motion mechanisms are equidistantly arranged on the drive mechanism. The cleaning mechanism is located on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber. An automatic sensing alcohol sprayer for cleaning and disinfecting the insulin pump is provided at the upper end of the disinfection chamber. The spray nozzle of the automatic sensing alcohol sprayer is set downward and passes through the disinfection chamber, located directly above the corresponding circulating motion mechanism. A sensor for controlling the start and stop of the drive mechanism is provided next to the spray nozzle of the automatic sensing alcohol sprayer inside the disinfection chamber. An ultraviolet disinfection lamp for disinfecting the insulin pump is provided at the center of the disinfection chamber.

[0006] Furthermore, the driving mechanism includes a driving housing, a driving motor, a drive wheel, a transmission wheel, a transmission belt, and a driving track. The driving housing is disposed on the outer wall of the disinfection chamber. The driving motor is disposed inside the driving housing, with its output end located inside the disinfection chamber. The drive wheel is disposed on the output end of the driving motor and located inside the disinfection chamber. Several transmission wheels are provided, and these transmission wheels are respectively disposed at corresponding corners inside the disinfection chamber. The distribution of the drive wheel and the several transmission wheels forms a square shape. The transmission belt is sleeved on the drive wheel and the several transmission wheels. The driving track is disposed on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber and located in front of the drive wheel and the several driven wheels.

[0007] Furthermore, each of the aforementioned cyclic motion mechanisms includes a motion rod, a motion plate, and motion columns. One end of the motion rod is connected to the side end of the transmission belt. The motion plate is disposed at the other end of the motion rod and is rotatably connected. Several motion columns are provided, arranged in a U-shape on the side end of the motion plate facing the feeding chute. Several sliding shafts are provided on the side of the motion plate facing the transmission belt, and these sliding shafts are distributed in a triangular shape. The drive track is provided with corresponding mating grooves for the cyclic sliding motion of the several sliding shafts, and one end of the motion rod passes through the corresponding mating groove.

[0008] Furthermore, the cleaning mechanism includes a cleaning seat, a cleaning frame, a cleaning motor, a support block, a first cleaning frame, a second cleaning frame, a cleaning block, and a cleaning component. The cleaning seat is disposed on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber. The cleaning frame is disposed on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber and located beside the cleaning seat. The cleaning motor is disposed on the cleaning seat, and its output end passes through the cleaning frame. Two support blocks are provided, symmetrically disposed on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber and located beside the cleaning frame. The first cleaning frame is disposed between the two support blocks and is in left-right sliding engagement with the cleaning blocks. The second cleaning frame is disposed inside the first cleaning frame and is in up-down sliding engagement. The cleaning component is disposed beside the second cleaning frame and faces the corresponding circulating motion mechanism. The cleaning block is located inside the second cleaning frame and is eccentrically connected to the output end of the cleaning motor. The cleaning block is in the shape of a Reuleaux triangle.

[0009] Furthermore, the upper end of the disinfection chamber is provided with an opening and a switch door is provided at the opening, and the opening at the upper end of the disinfection chamber is located directly above the cleaning component.

[0010] Furthermore, the feeding chute includes a feeding bracket and a feeding frame. The feeding bracket is located at the inlet on one side of the sterilization chamber and is slidably connected. The end of the feeding bracket is located inside the sterilization chamber. Several feeding rollers are equidistantly arranged on the feeding bracket and are all rotatably connected. Dustproof cloths are provided at both the inlet and outlet of the sterilization chamber. The feeding frame is located at the beginning of the feeding bracket. The internal dimensions of the feeding frame 132 are adapted to the dimensions of a traditional insulin pump. The feeding rollers located at the end of the feeding bracket and the corresponding several moving columns are staggered. The dustproof cloths at both the inlet and outlet of the sterilization chamber can prevent dust from entering.

[0011] Furthermore, the feeding chute includes a feeding bracket and a feeding railing. The feeding bracket is located at the feeding inlet on the other side of the disinfection chamber and is slidably connected from left to right. The first end of the feeding bracket is located inside the disinfection chamber. Several feeding rollers are equidistantly arranged on the feeding bracket and are all rotatably connected. The feeding railing is located at the end of the feeding bracket and is made of rubber. The feeding rollers located at the first end of the feeding bracket and the corresponding several moving columns are staggered.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes a first locking mechanism and a second locking mechanism. The first locking mechanism is located at the inlet of the disinfection chamber, and the second locking mechanism is located at the outlet of the disinfection chamber. The first locking mechanism includes a first nut and a first bolt. There are two first nuts, which are symmetrically arranged at the inlet of the disinfection chamber. There are two first bolts, which are threadedly connected to the corresponding first nuts, and the ends of the two first bolts respectively abut against both sides of the feeding bracket.

[0013] Furthermore, the second locking mechanism includes a second nut and a second bolt. There are two second nuts, which are symmetrically arranged at the discharge port of the disinfection chamber. There are two second bolts, which are threadedly connected to the corresponding second nuts, and the ends of the two second bolts respectively abut against both sides of the feeding bracket.

[0014] Furthermore, the outer wall of the disinfection chamber is equipped with a display screen for touch screen operation, and the upper end of the disinfection chamber is equipped with a carrying handle. The display screen facilitates touch screen operation for personnel.

[0015] The above-described at least one technical solution adopted in the embodiments of the present invention can achieve the following beneficial effects:

[0016] Firstly, when disinfecting the insulin pump, medical staff first turn on the ultraviolet disinfection lamp by operating the display screen. Then, they place the insulin pump to be disinfected into the feeding frame, ensuring the pump's buttons and display screen face upwards. The insulin pump then slides down from the inlet to the end of the feeding frame via several feeding rollers, placing it inside the disinfection chamber. Once inside the chamber, the ultraviolet disinfection lamp performs the disinfection process. The drive motor then rotates the drive wheel at its output, and the rotation of the drive wheel transmits power through the transmission... The drive belt drives several drive wheels to rotate. The rotation of the drive belt causes the corresponding moving rod to rotate in a circular motion along the trajectory of the drive belt. The movement of the moving rod causes the moving plate to move, and the moving column is also moved synchronously. When the corresponding circular motion mechanism moves to directly below the end of the feeding slide, the feeding roller at the end of the feeding support and the corresponding moving column are staggered. At this time, the continuous movement of the moving column will support the insulin pump that needs to be sterilized at the end of the feeding slide and drive it upward, so that the insulin pump is removed from the end of the feeding slide. At this time, the feeding and initial sterilization of the insulin pump is completed.

[0017] Secondly, when the corresponding cyclic motion mechanism supports the insulin pump and moves it to the side of the cleaning mechanism, that is, below the sensor next to the spray nozzle of the automatic alcohol nebulizer, the sensor detects the object and the drive motor stops running. At this time, the automatic alcohol nebulizer starts and sprays alcohol onto the upper part of the insulin pump through the spray nozzle, that is, the side of the insulin pump button and display screen. At this time, the cleaning motor runs and drives the cleaning block on the output end of the cleaning motor to rotate eccentrically. The first cleaning frame is set between the two support blocks and slides left and right with the cleaning block. The second cleaning frame is set inside the first cleaning frame and slides up and down. The cleaning component is set next to the second cleaning frame and faces the corresponding cyclic motion mechanism, so that the cleaning block can drive the cleaning component to move in a square trajectory under the eccentric rotation. During the cleaning process, the cleaning component first moves towards the insulin pump on the corresponding cyclic motion mechanism. The lower end of the cleaning component is in contact with the upper end of the insulin pump, which is the side with the buttons and display screen, that needs to be cleaned and disinfected. As the cleaning component moves towards the insulin pump, the cleaning cloth wrapped around its outer surface wipes the insulin pump after it has been sprayed with alcohol. After wiping the insulin pump, the cleaning component moves upward and returns to its original position in a square trajectory, thus achieving secondary disinfection of the insulin pump and improving the disinfection quality. At the same time, it can also wipe the display screen and buttons on the surface of the insulin pump, avoiding the inability of simple ultraviolet disinfection to remove stains on the display screen and buttons, thereby further improving the cleaning effect of the insulin pump.

[0018] Thirdly, when the rotation of the transmission belt drives the corresponding circulating motion mechanism to move towards the lower feeding chute, and when the corresponding circulating motion mechanism moves to the lower end of the lower feeding chute, another corresponding circulating motion mechanism just supports the insulin pump and moves it to the side of the cleaning mechanism, that is, below the sensor next to the spray nozzle of the automatic induction alcohol sprayer. Another corresponding circulating motion mechanism just supports the insulin pump and is located above the end of the feeding chute. The several circulating motion mechanisms are equidistantly arranged, and through the above-mentioned arrangement, the disinfection and cleaning operation of the insulin pump can be performed with maximum efficiency.

[0019] Fourth, when the insulin pump does not need to be sterilized or the device needs to be moved, by rotating the corresponding first bolt and the corresponding second bolt in the first locking mechanism and the second locking mechanism, the ends of the corresponding first bolts are disengaged from the two sides of the feeding bracket, and the ends of the corresponding second bolts are disengaged from the two sides of the discharging bracket. At this time, the discharging bracket and the feeding bracket are pushed into the sterilization chamber, so that the discharging bracket and the feeding bracket are placed into the sterilization chamber. Thus, the device can be easily moved by the handle. At the same time, after the discharging bracket and the feeding bracket are placed into the sterilization chamber, the discharging bracket and the feeding bracket can be sterilized by activating the ultraviolet sterilization lamp, so as to avoid contact with bacteria during the feeding and discharging process of the insulin pump, which would affect the sterilization effect and efficiency.

[0020] Fifth, when disinfecting insulin pumps, medical staff can observe the pump to determine the required level of cleanliness and select the appropriate cleaning and disinfection mode via the display screen. The disinfection methods are as follows: First, after the sensor beside the spray nozzle of the automatic alcohol nebulizer detects an object, the drive motor stops running for 20 seconds and then restarts. During these 20 seconds, the cleaning mechanism cleans the insulin pump once and returns to its original position. The drive motor operates at high speed. Second, after the sensor beside the spray nozzle of the automatic alcohol nebulizer detects an object, the drive motor stops running for 40 seconds and then restarts. During these 40 seconds, the cleaning mechanism... The first method involves three cleaning mechanisms. First, the cleaning mechanism drives the cleaning components to perform two repeated cleaning operations on the required insulin pump before returning to its original position. The drive motor operates at a medium speed. Second, after the sensor next to the spray nozzle of the automatic alcohol sprayer detects an object, the drive motor stops for 60 seconds and then restarts. During these 60 seconds, the cleaning mechanism drives the cleaning components to perform three repeated cleaning operations on the required insulin pump before returning to its original position. This drive motor operates at a slow speed. With these three disinfection methods, medical staff can select the appropriate cleaning effect based on the required level of cleanliness of the insulin pump, thus avoiding the limitation of only achieving the best cleaning effect and reducing the disinfection efficiency of the insulin pump during the disinfection process. Attached Figure Description

[0021] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the invention and form part of this invention, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the invention and are used to explain the invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the first state structure of the loading slide and unloading slide in this invention;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the second state structure of the loading and unloading chute in this invention;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the disinfection chamber in this invention;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the driving mechanism in this invention;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the feeding chute and the first locking mechanism in this invention;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the feeding slide and the second locking mechanism in this invention;

[0029] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the cyclic motion mechanism in this invention;

[0030] Figure 9 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the cleaning mechanism in this invention;

[0031] Figure 10 This is a partial structural diagram of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0032] Figure 11 for Figure 10 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0033] Figure 12 This is a partial structural diagram of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0034] Figure 13 for Figure 12 Enlarged view of section B in the middle.

[0035] Figure Labels

[0036] Disinfection chamber 1, Inlet 11, Outlet 12, Feeding chute 13, Feeding support 131, Feeding frame 132, Feeding roller 133, Discharge chute 14, Discharge support 141, Discharge railing 142, Discharge roller 143, Ultraviolet disinfection lamp 15, Opening 16, Opening / closing door 161, Dustproof cloth 17, Drive mechanism 2, Drive housing 21, Drive motor 22, Drive wheel 23, Driven wheel 24, Transmission belt 25, Drive rail 26, etc. 261 groove, 3 circulating motion mechanism, 31 moving rod, 32 moving plate, 321 sliding shaft, 33 moving column, 4 cleaning mechanism, 41 cleaning seat, 42 cleaning frame, 43 cleaning motor, 44 support block, 45 first cleaning frame, 46 second cleaning frame, 47 cleaning block, 48 cleaning component, 5 automatic induction alcohol sprayer, 6 first locking mechanism, 61 first nut, 62 first bolt, 7 second locking mechanism, 71 second nut, 72 second bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0037] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the technical solutions of this invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with specific embodiments and corresponding drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this invention, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0038] The technical solutions provided by the various embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0039] This invention provides a device for disinfecting insulin pumps, comprising a disinfection chamber 1, a drive mechanism 2, a circulating motion mechanism 3, and a cleaning mechanism 4. The disinfection chamber 1 is horizontally positioned, with an inlet 11 and an outlet 12 on both sides. A feeding chute 13 is provided at one inlet 11 of the disinfection chamber 1, and a discharging chute 14 is provided at the outlet 12 on the other side of the disinfection chamber 1. The drive mechanism 2 is disposed inside the disinfection chamber 1. Several circulating motion mechanisms 3 are provided, each of which is... The cleaning mechanism 4 is located on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber 1. The upper end of the disinfection chamber 1 is provided with an automatic sensing alcohol sprayer 5 for cleaning and disinfecting the insulin pump. The spray nozzle of the automatic sensing alcohol sprayer 5 is set downward and passes through the disinfection chamber 1, located directly above the corresponding circulating motion mechanism 3. A sensor for controlling the start and stop of the driving mechanism 2 is provided next to the spray nozzle of the automatic sensing alcohol sprayer 5 inside the disinfection chamber 1. An ultraviolet disinfection lamp 15 for disinfecting the insulin pump is provided at the center inside the disinfection chamber 1.

[0040] This device can thoroughly disinfect insulin pumps, and medical staff can select the appropriate cleaning mode according to the required level of cleanliness of the insulin pump. This avoids the problem of only being able to clean the insulin pump with the best cleaning effect, which reduces the efficiency of disinfection during the disinfection process. At the same time, it can perform simultaneous disinfection of multiple insulin pumps and wipe away stains on the display screen and buttons on the surface of the insulin pump, thereby further improving the cleaning and disinfection effect of the insulin pump.

[0041] Preferably, the drive mechanism 2 includes a drive housing 21, a drive motor 22, a drive wheel 23, driven wheels 24, a transmission belt 25, and a drive track 26. The drive housing 21 is disposed on the outer wall of the disinfection chamber 1. The drive motor 22 is disposed inside the drive housing 21, and the output end of the drive motor 22 is located inside the disinfection chamber 1. The drive wheel 23 is disposed on the output end of the drive motor 22 and is located inside the disinfection chamber 1. There are several driven wheels 24, which are respectively disposed at corresponding corners inside the disinfection chamber 1. The distribution of the drive wheel 23 and the several driven wheels 24 forms a square shape. The transmission belt 25 is sleeved on the drive wheel 23 and the several driven wheels 24. The drive track 26 is disposed on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber 1 and is located in front of the drive wheel 23 and the several driven wheels 24.

[0042] The operation of the drive motor 22 can drive the drive wheel 23 on the output end of the drive motor 22 to rotate. The rotation of the drive wheel 23 drives several driven wheels 24 to rotate through the transmission belt 25, thereby realizing the rotation of the transmission belt 25 to drive several cyclic motion mechanisms 3 to perform cyclic motion.

[0043] Preferably, each of the plurality of the circulating motion mechanisms 3 includes a motion rod 31, a motion plate 32, and a motion column 33. One end of the motion rod 31 is connected to the side end of the transmission belt 25. The motion plate 32 is disposed at the other end of the motion rod 31 and is rotatably connected. A plurality of motion columns 33 are provided, and the plurality of motion columns 33 are arranged in a U-shape on the side end of the motion plate 32 facing the feeding slide 13. A plurality of sliding shafts 321 are provided on the side of the motion plate 32 facing the transmission belt 25, and the plurality of sliding shafts 321 are distributed in a triangular shape. The drive track 26 is provided with corresponding mating grooves 261 for the cyclic sliding motion of the plurality of sliding shafts 321. One end of the motion rod 31 passes through the corresponding mating groove 261.

[0044] During the rotation of the transmission belt 25, it drives the corresponding moving rod 31 to rotate cyclically. The moving plate 32 is rotatably connected to the moving rod 31, and the drive track 26 is provided with corresponding mating grooves 261 for the cyclic sliding motion of several sliding shafts 321. One end of the moving rod 31 passes through the corresponding mating groove 261. At the same time, the several sliding shafts 321 are distributed in a triangular shape. Therefore, when the transmission belt 25 drives the corresponding moving rod 31 to move, the moving rod 31 will drive the moving plate 32 to move. The moving plate 32 will drive the moving column 33 to move. When the moving plate 32 moves to the turning point of the corresponding mating groove 261, it is always in a horizontal state. The several sliding shafts 321 are in a mating sliding and limiting state in the corresponding mating groove 261. Thus, the rotation of the transmission belt 25 can drive several cyclic motion mechanisms 3 to cyclically move in a horizontal state.

[0045] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 10 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, when the rotation of the transmission belt 25 drives the corresponding circulating motion mechanism 3 to move towards the lower feeding chute 14, and when the corresponding circulating motion mechanism 3 moves to the lower end of the lower feeding chute 14, another corresponding circulating motion mechanism 3 just supports the insulin pump and moves it to the side of the cleaning mechanism 4, that is, below the sensor next to the spray nozzle of the automatic sensing alcohol sprayer 5. Another corresponding circulating motion mechanism 3 just supports the insulin pump and is located above the end of the feeding chute 13. The several circulating motion mechanisms 3 are equidistantly arranged, and through the above-mentioned arrangement, the disinfection and cleaning operation of the insulin pump can be performed with maximum efficiency.

[0046] Preferably, the cleaning mechanism 4 includes a cleaning seat 41, a cleaning frame 42, a cleaning motor 43, a support block 44, a first cleaning frame 45, a second cleaning frame 46, a cleaning block 47, and a cleaning component 48. The cleaning seat 41 is disposed on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber 1. The cleaning frame 42 is disposed on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber 1 and located beside the cleaning seat 41. The cleaning motor 43 is disposed on the cleaning seat 41, and the output end of the cleaning motor 43 passes through the cleaning frame 42. Two support blocks 44 are provided, and the two support blocks 44 are symmetrically disposed on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber 1 and located beside the cleaning frame 42. The first cleaning frame 45 is disposed between two support blocks 44 and is in left-right sliding engagement with the cleaning block 47. The second cleaning frame 46 is disposed inside the first cleaning frame 45 and is in up-down sliding engagement. The cleaning component 48 is disposed beside the second cleaning frame 46 and faces the corresponding circulating motion mechanism 3. The cleaning block 47 is located inside the second cleaning frame 46 and is eccentrically connected to the output end of the cleaning motor 43. The cleaning block 47 is Reuleaux triangle shaped. The cleaning component 48 is made of rubber and its outer surface is covered with a cleaning cloth, which is detachable from the cleaning component 48.

[0047] Preferably, the upper end of the disinfection chamber 1 is provided with an opening 16 and a switch door 161 is provided at the opening 16, and the opening 16 at the upper end of the disinfection chamber 1 is located directly above the cleaning component 48.

[0048] After the cleaning cloth covering the surface of the cleaning component 48 has been used for a period of time, the opening 16 of the disinfection chamber 1 can be opened by opening and closing the door 161. By opening the opening 16, the cleaning cloth covering the cleaning component 48 can be removed and replaced with a new cleaning cloth, or the cleaning cloth can be removed, washed, and then replaced. This avoids the cleaning cloth being used for a long time, which could affect the subsequent cleaning and disinfection effect of the insulin pump. At the same time, it allows for convenient replacement of the cleaning cloth.

[0049] Preferably, the feeding chute 13 includes a feeding bracket 131 and a feeding frame 132. The feeding bracket 131 is located at the feeding inlet 11 on one side of the sterilization chamber 1 and is slidably connected. The end of the feeding bracket 131 is located inside the sterilization chamber 1. A plurality of feeding rollers 133 are equidistantly arranged on the feeding bracket 131 and are all rotatably connected. Dustproof cloths 17 are provided at the feeding inlet 11 and the discharge outlet 12 of the sterilization chamber 1. The feeding frame 132 is located at the beginning of the feeding bracket 131. The internal dimensions of the feeding frame 132 are adapted to the dimensions of a traditional insulin pump. The feeding rollers 133 located at the end of the feeding bracket 131 and the corresponding plurality of moving columns 33 are staggered.

[0050] Dustproof cloths 17 are provided at both the inlet 11 and outlet 12 of the disinfection chamber 1 to prevent dust from entering.

[0051] The feeding chute 14 includes a feeding bracket 141 and a feeding railing 142. The feeding bracket (141) is located at the feeding inlet 11 on the other side of the disinfection chamber 1 and is slidably connected from left to right. The first end of the feeding bracket 141 is located inside the disinfection chamber 1. Several feeding rollers 143 are equidistantly arranged on the feeding bracket 141 and are all rotatably connected. The feeding railing 142 is located at the end of the feeding bracket 141 and is made of rubber. The feeding rollers 143 located at the first end of the feeding bracket 141 are staggered with the corresponding several moving columns 33.

[0052] It also includes a first locking mechanism 6 and a second locking mechanism 7. The first locking mechanism 6 is located at the inlet 11 of the disinfection chamber 1, and the second locking mechanism 7 is located at the outlet 12 of the disinfection chamber 1. The first locking mechanism 6 includes a first nut 61 and a first bolt 62. There are two first nuts 61, which are symmetrically arranged at the inlet 11 of the disinfection chamber 1. There are two first bolts 62, which are threadedly connected to the corresponding first nuts 61, and the ends of the two first bolts 62 respectively abut against the two sides of the feeding bracket 131.

[0053] The second locking mechanism 7 includes a second nut 71 and a second bolt 72. There are two second nuts 71, which are symmetrically arranged at the discharge port 12 of the disinfection chamber 1. There are two second bolts 72, which are threadedly connected to the corresponding second nuts 71, and the ends of the two second bolts 72 respectively abut against the two sides of the feeding bracket 141.

[0054] The outer wall of the disinfection chamber 1 is provided with a display screen for touch screen operation, and the upper end of the disinfection chamber 1 is provided with a carrying handle. The display screen facilitates touch screen operation for personnel.

[0055] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, when the insulin pump does not need to be sterilized or the device needs to be moved, by rotating the corresponding first bolt 62 and the corresponding second bolt 72 in the first locking mechanism 6 and the second locking mechanism 7, the ends of the corresponding first bolt 62 are disengaged from both sides of the feeding bracket 131, and the ends of the corresponding second bolt 72 are disengaged from both sides of the discharging bracket 141. At this time, the discharging bracket 141 and the feeding bracket 131 are pushed into the sterilization chamber 1, so that the discharging bracket 141 and the feeding bracket 131 are put into and taken into the sterilization chamber 1. Thus, the device can be easily moved by the handle. At the same time, after the discharging bracket 141 and the feeding bracket 131 are put into the sterilization chamber 1, the ultraviolet sterilization lamp 15 can be turned on to sterilize the discharging bracket 141 and the feeding bracket 131, avoiding contact with bacteria during the feeding and discharging process of the insulin pump, which would affect the sterilization effect and efficiency.

[0056] When disinfecting an insulin pump, medical staff can observe the pump to determine the required level of cleanliness and select the appropriate cleaning and disinfection mode via the display screen. The disinfection methods are as follows: First, after the sensor beside the spray nozzle of the automatic alcohol sprayer 5 detects an object, the drive motor 22 stops running for 20 seconds and then restarts. During the 20 seconds the drive motor 22 stops, the cleaning mechanism 4 drives the cleaning component 48 to perform one cleaning operation on the insulin pump and then returns to its original position. The drive motor 22 operates at a high speed. Second, after the sensor beside the spray nozzle of the automatic alcohol sprayer 5 detects an object, the drive motor 22 stops running for 40 seconds and then restarts. During the 40 seconds the drive motor 22 stops, the cleaning mechanism 4... The operation of the first method can drive the cleaning component 48 to perform repeated cleaning of the required insulin pump twice, and then return to its original position. The driving motor 22 operates at a medium speed. The second method involves the automatic alcohol sprayer 5 stopping the driving motor 22 for 60 seconds after the sensor next to the spray nozzle detects an object, and then restarting it. During the 60 seconds that the driving motor 22 stops, the operation of the cleaning mechanism 4 can drive the cleaning component 48 to perform repeated cleaning of the required insulin pump three times, and then return to its original position. The driving motor 22 operates at a slow speed. For the above three disinfection methods, medical staff can choose the appropriate cleaning effect according to the required cleanliness of the insulin pump, thereby avoiding the need to clean the insulin pump with only the best cleaning effect, thus reducing the disinfection and cleaning efficiency of the insulin pump during the disinfection process.

[0057] Reference Figures 1 to 3As shown, when disinfecting the insulin pump, the medical staff first turn on the ultraviolet disinfection lamp 15 by operating the display screen. Then, the medical staff places the insulin pump to be disinfected into the loading frame 132, with the button and display screen facing upwards. At this time, the insulin pump will slide down from the inlet 11 to the end of the loading frame 131 through several loading rollers 133 on the loading support 131, so that the insulin pump is located inside the disinfection chamber 1. After the insulin pump is located inside the disinfection chamber 1, the ultraviolet disinfection lamp 15 disinfects and sterilizes the insulin pump. Then, the drive motor 22 drives the drive wheel 23 on the output end of the drive motor 22 to rotate. The rotation of the drive wheel 23 is transmitted through the transmission belt. The transmission of 25 drives several driven wheels 24 to rotate. The rotation of the transmission belt 25 will drive the corresponding moving rod 31 to perform a circular motion along the trajectory of the rotation of the transmission belt 25. The movement of the moving rod 31 will drive the moving plate 32 to move, and the moving column 33 will also be driven to move synchronously. When the corresponding circular motion mechanism 3 moves to the bottom of the end of the feeding slide 13, since the feeding roller 133 at the end of the feeding support 131 and the corresponding several moving columns 33 are staggered, the continuous movement of the moving column 33 will support the insulin pump that needs to be disinfected at the end of the feeding slide 13 and drive it to move upward, so that the insulin pump is removed from the end of the feeding slide 13. At this time, the feeding and initial disinfection of the insulin pump are completed.

[0058] The insulin pump is placed in the loading frame 132 with the button and display facing upwards. First, this is to perform secondary disinfection and cleaning of the button and display, ensuring that patients will not experience cross-infection when the insulin pump is used repeatedly. This is because the display surface easily attracts dust, and the button is easily stained by the patient's pressing. Therefore, it is necessary to perform secondary disinfection and cleaning of the button and display. Second, this is to prevent the insulin pump from rolling and sliding down the loading rollers 133 on the loading bracket 131 and the unloading rollers 143 on the unloading bracket 141, and from friction caused by the corresponding circulating motion mechanism 3, which could damage the button and blur the display.

[0059] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 10 , Figure 11 and Figure 12As shown, when the corresponding cyclic motion mechanism 3 supports the insulin pump and moves it to the side of the cleaning mechanism 4, that is, below the sensor next to the spray nozzle of the automatic sensing alcohol sprayer 5, the sensor detects the object, and the drive motor 22 stops running. At this time, the automatic sensing alcohol sprayer 5 starts and sprays alcohol onto the upper part of the insulin pump through the spray nozzle, that is, the side of the insulin pump button and display screen. At this time, the cleaning motor 43 runs and drives the cleaning block 47 on the output end of the cleaning motor 43 to rotate eccentrically. The first cleaning frame 45 is set between the two support blocks 44 and is in left-right sliding engagement with the cleaning block 47. The second cleaning frame 46 is set inside the first cleaning frame 45 and is in up-down sliding engagement. The cleaning component 48 is set next to the second cleaning frame 46 and faces the corresponding cyclic motion mechanism 3, so that the cleaning block 47 can drive the cleaning component 48 under eccentric rotation. The cleaning component 48 moves in a square trajectory. First, it moves towards the insulin pump on the corresponding circulating motion mechanism 3. The lower end of the cleaning component 48 is in contact with the upper end of the insulin pump that needs to be cleaned and disinfected, namely the side of the insulin pump's button and display screen. As the cleaning component 48 moves towards the insulin pump, the cleaning cloth wrapped around the outer surface of the cleaning component 48 wipes the insulin pump after it has been sprayed with alcohol. After wiping the insulin pump, the cleaning component 48 moves upward and returns to its original position in a square trajectory, thus achieving secondary disinfection of the insulin pump and improving the disinfection quality. At the same time, it can wipe the display screen and button on the surface of the insulin pump, avoiding the inability of simple ultraviolet disinfection to remove stains on the display screen and button of the insulin pump, thereby further improving the cleaning effect of the insulin pump.

[0060] When the insulin pump is located at the end of the loading slide 13 and inside the disinfection chamber 1, the ultraviolet disinfection lamp 15 can disinfect most of the area of ​​the insulin pump. However, it cannot disinfect the area where the lower end of the insulin pump contacts the loading roller 133 at the end of the loading support 131. Since the loading roller 133 at the end of the loading support 131 is staggered with several corresponding moving columns 33, the insulin pump will change its supporting position at the lower end of the insulin pump as it moves to the side of the cleaning mechanism 4 supported by the several corresponding moving columns 33. This achieves the effect of cleaning and disinfecting the entire area of ​​the insulin pump, ensuring that patients will not experience cross-infection when the insulin pump is reused, thus improving the disinfection quality of the insulin pump.

[0061] After the cleaning mechanism 4 has finished cleaning the required insulin pump, the drive motor 22 runs again. The rotation of the transmission belt 25 drives the corresponding circulating motion mechanism 3 to move towards the feeding chute 14. As the corresponding moving columns 33 move from below the beginning of the feeding chute 14 to below the feeding chute 14, the feeding roller 143 at the beginning of the feeding support 141 and the corresponding moving columns 33 are staggered. At this time, the insulin pump on the corresponding moving columns 33 will be blocked and supported by the feeding roller 133 at the beginning of the feeding chute 14. Then, the insulin pump will slide out of the disinfection chamber 1 from the outlet 12 along the tilt angle of the feeding chute 14. It is located next to the feeding railing 142. The feeding railing 142 is made of rubber and can play a buffering role to prevent the insulin pump from being damaged by a large impact during the feeding process, thus realizing the feeding of the insulin pump.

[0062] The above description is merely an embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principle of the present invention should be included within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A device for sterilizing insulin pumps, characterized in that, The system includes a disinfection chamber (1), a drive mechanism (2), a circulating motion mechanism (3), and a cleaning mechanism (4). The disinfection chamber (1) is horizontally positioned, with an inlet (11) and an outlet (12) on both sides. A feeding chute (13) is provided at the feeding inlet (11) on one side of the disinfection chamber (1), and a discharging chute (14) is provided at the outlet (12) on the other side of the disinfection chamber (1). The drive mechanism (2) is located inside the disinfection chamber (1). Several circulating motion mechanisms (3) are provided, and these mechanisms are equidistantly arranged on the drive mechanism (2). The cleaning mechanism (4) is located on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber (1). (1) The upper end is provided with an automatic sensing alcohol sprayer (5) for cleaning and disinfecting the insulin pump. The spray nozzle of the automatic sensing alcohol sprayer (5) is set downward and passes through the disinfection chamber (1) and is located directly above the corresponding circulating motion mechanism (3). Several of the circulating motion mechanisms (3) include a motion rod (31), a motion plate (32) and a motion column (33). The side of the spray nozzle of the automatic sensing alcohol sprayer (5) inside the disinfection chamber (1) is provided with a sensor to control the start and stop of the motion of the drive mechanism (2). The center of the disinfection chamber (1) is provided with an ultraviolet disinfection lamp (15) for disinfecting the insulin pump. The cleaning mechanism (4) includes a cleaning seat (41), a cleaning rack (42), and a cleaning motor (43). The system comprises a support block (44), a first cleaning frame (45), a second cleaning frame (46), a cleaning block (47), and a cleaning component (48). The cleaning seat (41) is located on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber (1), and the cleaning frame (42) is located on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber (1) and beside the cleaning seat (41). The cleaning motor (43) is located on the cleaning seat (41), and the output end of the cleaning motor (43) passes through the cleaning frame (42). There are two support blocks (44), which are symmetrically arranged on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber (1) and beside the cleaning frame (42). The first cleaning frame (45) is located between the two support blocks (44) and is to the left of the cleaning block (47). The second cleaning frame (46) is located inside the first cleaning frame (45) and is in a sliding fit. The cleaning component (48) is located on the side of the second cleaning frame (46) and faces the corresponding circulating motion mechanism (3). The cleaning block (47) is located inside the second cleaning frame (46) and is eccentrically connected to the output end of the cleaning motor (43). The cleaning block (47) is in the shape of a Reuleaux triangle. The upper end of the disinfection chamber (1) is provided with an opening (16) and a switch door (161) is provided at the opening (16). The opening (16) at the upper end of the disinfection chamber (1) is located directly above the cleaning component (48). The feeding slide (13) includes a feeding bracket (131) and a feeding frame (132).The feeding bracket (131) is located at the inlet (11) on one side of the sterilization chamber (1) and is slidably fitted left and right. The end of the feeding bracket (131) is located inside the sterilization chamber (1). Several feeding rollers (133) are equidistantly arranged on the feeding bracket (131) and are all rotatably connected. Dustproof cloths (17) are provided at the inlet (11) and outlet (12) of the sterilization chamber (1). The feeding frame (132) is located at the head end of the feeding bracket (131). The internal dimensions of the feeding frame (132) are adapted to the dimensions of a traditional insulin pump. The end of the feeding bracket (131) is located at the head end of the feeding bracket (131). The feeding roller (133) and several corresponding moving columns (33) are staggered. The feeding slide (14) includes a feeding bracket (141) and a feeding railing (142). The feeding bracket (141) is located at the feed inlet (11) on the other side of the disinfection chamber (1) and is slidably connected. The first end of the feeding bracket (141) is located inside the disinfection chamber (1). Several feeding rollers (143) are equidistantly arranged on the feeding bracket (141) and are all rotatably connected. The feeding railing (142) is located at the end of the feeding bracket (141). The feeding railing (142) is made of rubber and is located at the feeding bracket. The feeding roller (143) at the head end of the frame (141) is staggered with several corresponding moving columns (33). It also includes a first locking mechanism (6) and a second locking mechanism (7). The first locking mechanism (6) is located at the feed inlet (11) of the disinfection chamber (1), and the second locking mechanism (7) is located at the discharge outlet (12) of the disinfection chamber (1). The first locking mechanism (6) includes a first nut (61) and a first bolt (62). There are two first nuts (61), and the two first nuts (61) are symmetrically arranged at the feed inlet (11) of the disinfection chamber (1). There are two first bolts (62). Two of the first bolts (62) are threadedly connected to the corresponding first nuts (61), and the ends of the two first bolts (62) abut against both sides of the feeding bracket (131). The second locking mechanism (7) includes a second nut (71) and a second bolt (72). There are two second nuts (71), which are symmetrically arranged at the discharge port (12) of the disinfection chamber (1). There are two second bolts (72), which are threadedly connected to the corresponding second nuts (71), and the ends of the two second bolts (72) abut against both sides of the unloading bracket (141).

2. The device for disinfecting an insulin pump according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive mechanism (2) includes a drive housing (21), a drive motor (22), a drive wheel (23), a driven wheel (24), a transmission belt (25), and a drive rail (26). The drive housing (21) is located on the outer wall of the disinfection chamber (1). The drive motor (22) is located inside the drive housing (21), and the output end of the drive motor (22) is located inside the disinfection chamber (1). The drive wheel (23) is located on the output end of the drive motor (22) and is located inside the disinfection chamber (1). Inside the disinfection chamber (1), there are several driven wheels (24), and the driven wheels (24) are respectively located at the corresponding corners inside the disinfection chamber (1). The distribution of the driving wheel (23) and the several driven wheels (24) forms a square shape. The transmission belt (25) is sleeved on the driving wheel (23) and the several driven wheels (24). The drive track (26) is located on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber (1) and in front of the driving wheel (23) and the several driven wheels (24).

3. The device for disinfecting an insulin pump according to claim 2, characterized in that, One end of the moving rod (31) is connected to the side end of the transmission belt (25). The moving plate (32) is set at the other end of the moving rod (31) and is rotatably connected. There are several moving columns (33). The several moving columns (33) are arranged in a U-shape on the side end of the moving plate (32) facing the feeding slide (13). There are several sliding shafts (321) on the side of the moving plate (32) facing the transmission belt (25). The several sliding shafts (321) are distributed in a triangular shape. The drive track (26) is provided with corresponding mating grooves (261) for the cyclic sliding motion of the several sliding shafts (321). One end of the moving rod (31) passes through the corresponding mating groove (261).

4. The device for disinfecting an insulin pump according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the disinfection chamber (1) is provided with a display screen for touch screen operation, and the upper end of the disinfection chamber (1) is provided with a handle.

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