AI family pet environment-friendly sand changing method and system

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of pet feeding, more particularly to an AI family pet environment-friendly sand changing method and system. The scheme includes setting a system structure for automatic cat litter changing; performing quantitative sand changing according to the weight of the current cat litter tray; remotely setting the changing time on the APP to perform timed sand changing; remotely controlling the fixed-point sand changing through the video monitoring function of the APP; after each cat litter replenishment, the end of the cat litter cleaning shovel is used for leveling; and the current running state of the cat litter tray is transmitted to the mobile phone APP in real time. The scheme provides an automatic cat litter changing method, and realizes cat litter changing and processing in the case that personnel are not present for a long time.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of pet care technology, and more specifically, to an AI-powered method and system for eco-friendly litter changing for home pets. Background Technology

[0002] With societal development and rising living standards, more and more families are choosing to keep pets to fulfill their emotional needs. For many elderly people living alone, housewives, and single young people, pets have become important companions in their daily lives, helping them alleviate loneliness. Therefore, the importance of pet ownership is increasing.

[0003] Prior to this invention, cat litter was already essential in existing pet-keeping environments. Cat litter has good absorbency, quickly absorbing cat urine and reducing leakage and spread. Furthermore, high-quality cat litter quickly clumps urine together, making it easy to scoop, reducing cleaning workload and keeping the litter box clean and hygienic. Cat litter effectively absorbs and traps odors, reducing the smell of cat excrement and helping to maintain a fresh home environment. Burying excrement: Cats instinctively bury their feces in litter, which helps maintain hygiene and prevents odor spread and bacterial growth. Using cat litter makes collecting and disposing of cat excrement convenient, simplifying cleaning during cat ownership. However, current pet cat litter usage relies heavily on individual control and collection, which is relatively time-consuming and laborious. If you are away for an extended period, a large amount of litter needs to be laid out; some people have even covered their entire living room with cat litter, which is very inconvenient. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of the above problems, this invention proposes an AI-based environmentally friendly cat litter changing method and system, providing an automatic cat litter changing method to realize cat litter changing and disposal when people are not around for extended periods.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, an AI-based environmentally friendly litter changing method for family pets is provided.

[0006] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the AI-powered eco-friendly litter changing method for home pets includes:

[0007] Set up a system structure for automatic cat litter replacement;

[0008] Change the litter according to the current weight of the litter box;

[0009] The sand replacement time can be remotely set via the APP for scheduled sand replacement;

[0010] Remotely control the fixed-point sand replacement using the video monitoring function of the APP;

[0011] After each litter refill, smooth the litter using the end of the litter scoop.

[0012] The current operating status of the cat litter box is transmitted to the mobile app in real time.

[0013] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the system structure for automatically changing cat litter specifically includes:

[0014] The automatic litter changing system includes a camera to capture the current status of the litter in real time;

[0015] The automatic litter changing system includes a litter tray and an automatic litter dropping mechanism above the litter tray. The automatic litter dropping mechanism responds to control commands and drops litter of a controlled weight onto the litter tray.

[0016] The automatic cat litter replacement system includes a cat litter cleaning shovel, which is configured as a mesh with a mesh size larger than the diameter of the cat litter, and the end of the cat litter cleaning shovel is flat;

[0017] The automatic litter changing system includes a timer that records the time of each operation;

[0018] The automatic litter changing system includes a litter scoop control mechanism to control the direction of movement of the litter scoop.

[0019] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the step of quantitatively changing the litter based on the current weight of the litter box specifically includes:

[0020] A weight monitoring device is installed under the litter box to record the total weight of the litter box in real time.

[0021] After each time the cat feces are automatically cleaned with the litter scoop, the current remaining weight of the cat litter is read.

[0022] Determine if the first calculation formula is met; if not, use the second calculation formula to calculate the weight of additional cat litter.

[0023] The weight of the cat litter is used as a control command to control the automatic litter dispensing mechanism to replenish the cat litter tray;

[0024] The first calculation formula is:

[0025] d>MIN

[0026] Where MIN is the preset minimum cat litter weight, and d is the current remaining cat litter weight;

[0027] The second calculation formula is:

[0028] b=Yd

[0029] Where Y is the preset quantitative cat litter value, and b is the weight of cat litter to be replenished.

[0030] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the step of remotely setting the replacement time on the APP to perform timed sand replacement specifically includes:

[0031] Once the time change is set remotely on the app, it is sent to the preset timer via the internet;

[0032] The preset timer reads the corresponding time of the current timer and starts timing. After determining that the replacement time has been reached, the litter replacement is started. All the current cat litter is moved to the cleaning area by the litter cleaning shovel, and then the automatic litter dropping mechanism is controlled again to replenish all the cat litter in the litter tray through the control command.

[0033] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the remote control of fixed-point sand replacement via the video monitoring function of the APP specifically includes:

[0034] The app's remote monitoring function allows users to manually determine if there are any abnormalities in the sand at each location.

[0035] If an abnormality is found, the corresponding area of ​​cat litter will be selected, and the system will be shut down using the preset cat litter cleaning shovel to seal the holes in the cat litter cleaning shovel where cat litter has leaked.

[0036] The litter is cleaned in the corresponding area with abnormalities using a litter cleaning shovel with sealed holes, and the weight of additional litter is determined according to the first and second calculation formulas after cleaning.

[0037] The weight of the cat litter is used as a control command to control the automatic litter dispensing mechanism to replenish the cat litter tray;

[0038] After refilling the litter box, reopen the holes in the litter scoop that were previously used to remove spilled litter.

[0039] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the step of smoothing the litter after each litter replenishment using the end of the litter shovel specifically includes:

[0040] Real-time reading of the current highest and average height of cat litter in the litter tray;

[0041] Determine if the third calculation formula is met. If not, start the litter leveling process. If it is met, do nothing.

[0042] When starting the litter leveling program, use the litter cleaning shovel to level the litter horizontally and vertically along the front end of the litter cleaning shovel until the third calculation formula is met;

[0043] The third calculation formula is:

[0044] HP<=1cm

[0045] Where H represents the highest height of the cat litter box, and P represents the average height of the cat litter box.

[0046] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the current operating status of the litter box is transmitted to a mobile app in real time, specifically including:

[0047] Real-time acquisition of video data and transmission to the cloud platform;

[0048] The mobile phone can access the video of the cat litter box on the cloud platform via an app;

[0049] When a cat appears in the video, stop the current litter removal or litter tray leveling work and wait for the cat to leave before continuing.

[0050] According to a second aspect of the present invention, an AI-powered eco-friendly pet litter changing system is provided.

[0051] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the AI-powered eco-friendly pet litter changing system includes:

[0052] The structure setting module is used to configure the system structure for automatic cat litter replacement.

[0053] The quantitative litter replacement determination module is used to replace litter in a quantitative manner based on the current weight of the litter box.

[0054] The timed sand replacement judgment module is used to remotely set the replacement time on the APP to perform timed sand replacement;

[0055] The fixed-point sand replacement judgment module is used to remotely control fixed-point sand replacement through the video monitoring function of the APP;

[0056] The automatic leveling setting module is used to level the litter after each litter refill using the end of the litter shovel.

[0057] The remote monitoring settings module is used to transmit the current operating status of the cat litter box to the mobile APP in real time.

[0058] According to a third aspect of the present invention, a computer-readable storage medium is provided that stores computer program instructions thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implement the method as described in any one of the first aspects of the present invention.

[0059] According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, an electronic device is provided, including a memory and a processor, wherein the memory is used to store one or more computer program instructions, wherein the one or more computer program instructions are executed by the processor to implement the method described in any one aspect of the present invention.

[0060] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of the present invention may include the following beneficial effects:

[0061] In this invention, the amount of cat litter is filled by automatic cat litter quantity detection.

[0062] In this invention, the cat litter is cleaned and leveled using a pre-set cat litter cleaning shovel.

[0063] Other features and advantages of the invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and will be apparent in part from the description, or may be learned by practicing the invention. The objects and other advantages of the invention may be realized and obtained by means of the structures particularly pointed out in the written description, claims, and drawings.

[0064] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0065] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0066] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of an AI-based environmentally friendly litter changing method for home pets, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0067] Figure 2 This is a flowchart of the system structure for setting up automatic cat litter replacement in an AI-based home pet environmentally friendly litter replacement method according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0068] Figure 3 This is a flowchart illustrating a quantitative litter replacement method for home pets based on the current weight of the litter box, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0069] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating a method for timely litter changing in an AI-powered home pet litter changing system, as described in one embodiment of the present invention, which involves remotely setting the changing time via an app.

[0070] Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating a method for remotely controlling fixed-point litter changing via video monitoring function of an APP in an AI-powered home pet environmental litter changing method according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0071] Figure 6 This is a flowchart illustrating the process of smoothing the litter using the end of a litter cleaning shovel after each litter replenishment, as described in an embodiment of the present invention, of an AI-based environmentally friendly litter changing method for home pets.

[0072] Figure 7 This is a flowchart illustrating the real-time transmission of the current operating status of the cat litter tray to a mobile app in an AI-powered eco-friendly litter changing method for home pets, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0073] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of an AI-powered eco-friendly pet litter changing system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0074] Figure 9 This is a structural diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0075] In some of the processes described in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this invention, multiple operations appearing in a specific order are included. However, it should be clearly understood that these operations may not be executed in the order they appear herein, or may be executed in parallel. The operation numbers, such as 101, 102, etc., are merely used to distinguish different operations and do not represent any execution order. Furthermore, these processes may include more or fewer operations, and these operations may be executed sequentially or in parallel. It should be noted that the descriptions such as "first," "second," etc., in this document are used to distinguish different messages, devices, modules, etc., and do not represent a sequential order, nor do they limit "first" and "second" to different types.

[0076] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0077] With societal development and rising living standards, more and more families are choosing to keep pets to fulfill their emotional needs. For many elderly people living alone, housewives, and single young people, pets have become important companions in their daily lives, helping them alleviate loneliness. Therefore, the importance of pet ownership is increasing.

[0078] Prior to this invention, cat litter was already essential in existing pet-keeping environments. Cat litter has good absorbency, quickly absorbing cat urine and reducing leakage and spread. Furthermore, high-quality cat litter quickly clumps urine together, making it easy to scoop, reducing cleaning workload and keeping the litter box clean and hygienic. Cat litter effectively absorbs and traps odors, reducing the smell of cat excrement and helping to maintain a fresh home environment. Burying excrement: Cats instinctively bury their feces in litter, which helps maintain hygiene and prevents odor spread and bacterial growth. Using cat litter makes collecting and disposing of cat excrement convenient, simplifying cleaning during cat ownership. However, current pet cat litter usage relies heavily on individual control and collection, which is relatively time-consuming and laborious. If you are away for an extended period, a large amount of litter needs to be laid out; some people have even covered their entire living room with cat litter, which is very inconvenient.

[0079] This invention provides an AI-powered method and system for eco-friendly cat litter changing in homes. This solution offers an automatic cat litter changing method, enabling litter changing and disposal even when the cat is not in use for extended periods.

[0080] According to a first aspect of the present invention, an AI-based environmentally friendly litter changing method for family pets is provided.

[0081] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of an AI-based environmentally friendly litter changing method for home pets, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0082] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the AI-powered eco-friendly litter changing method for home pets includes:

[0083] S101. Set up a system structure for automatic cat litter replacement;

[0084] S102. Change the litter according to the current weight of the litter box;

[0085] S103. Set the replacement time remotely on the APP to perform timed sand replacement;

[0086] S104. Remotely control fixed-point sand replacement through the video monitoring function of the APP.

[0087] S105. After each litter refill, smooth the litter using the end of the litter scoop.

[0088] S106 The current operating status of the cat litter tray is transmitted to the mobile APP in real time.

[0089] In this embodiment of the invention, the detection of the amount of cat litter is mainly based on the weight test of the cat litter. Secondly, it is necessary to set an automatic litter drop judgment principle and a litter drop mechanism to realize automatic litter drop into the litter tray. On this basis, a cleaning shovel for cat litter cleaning is used to quickly level the cat litter and realize remote control and execution of each cat litter cleaning process.

[0090] Figure 2 This is a flowchart of the system structure for setting up automatic cat litter replacement in an AI-based home pet environmentally friendly litter replacement method according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0091] like Figure 2 As shown, in one or more embodiments, preferably, the system structure for automatically changing cat litter specifically includes:

[0092] S201, The automatic cat litter changing system includes a camera for real-time acquisition of the current status of the cat litter;

[0093] S202. The automatic cat litter changing system includes a cat litter tray and an automatic litter dropping mechanism above the cat litter tray. The automatic litter dropping mechanism responds to control commands and drops cat litter of a controlled weight onto the cat litter tray.

[0094] S203. The automatic cat litter replacement system includes a cat litter cleaning shovel, which is configured as a mesh with a mesh size exceeding the diameter of the cat litter and has a flat end.

[0095] S204. The automatic cat litter changing system includes a timer that can record the time of each operation;

[0096] S205. The automatic cat litter changing system includes a cat litter cleaning shovel control mechanism for controlling the direction of movement of the cat litter cleaning shovel.

[0097] In this embodiment of the invention, the system includes: a camera (the system's vision component responsible for real-time monitoring of the litter's condition), a litter tray (a container for storing litter), an automatic litter release hook (connected to the control commands to release a specific weight of litter into the tray), an automatic litter release mechanism (connected to the control commands to automatically release an appropriate amount of litter into the litter tray, ensuring timely replenishment without manual intervention), a specially designed mesh shovel for cleaning litter, and a flattened end for smooth scraping across the litter surface. A timer records the time of each operation, aiding in system management and optimization of litter replacement frequency to ensure the litter box remains clean. Finally, a litter shovel control mechanism controls the movement of the shovel. It can precisely control the movement of the litter scoop, ensuring it cleans according to a predetermined path and method. In summary, the automatic litter changing system is an intelligent system that integrates monitoring, control, and automated operation.

[0098] Figure 3 This is a flowchart illustrating a quantitative litter replacement method for home pets based on the current weight of the litter box, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0099] like Figure 3 As shown, in one or more embodiments, preferably, the step of quantitatively changing the litter based on the current weight of the litter box specifically includes:

[0100] S301. Install a weight monitoring mechanism under the litter box to record the total weight of the litter box in real time;

[0101] S302. After each automatic cleaning of cat feces with the litter scoop, read the current remaining weight of cat litter.

[0102] S303. Determine whether the first calculation formula is met. If not, use the second calculation formula to calculate the weight of the additional cat litter.

[0103] S304. Use the weight of the added cat litter as a control command to control the automatic litter dispensing mechanism to add cat litter to the litter tray;

[0104] The first calculation formula is:

[0105] d>MIN

[0106] Where MIN is the preset minimum cat litter weight, and d is the current remaining cat litter weight;

[0107] The second calculation formula is:

[0108] b=Yd

[0109] Where Y is the preset quantitative cat litter value, and b is the weight of cat litter to be replenished.

[0110] In this embodiment of the invention, a weight monitoring mechanism is installed below the litter tray to record the total weight of the litter tray in real time. This mechanism can detect changes in the weight of the litter in the litter tray, thereby determining whether new litter needs to be added. Reading after automatic cleaning: After each automatic cleaning of cat feces with the litter shovel, the system reads the remaining weight of the litter. This remaining weight is the actual weight of the litter after cleaning. First calculation formula: The system determines whether the current remaining litter weight d is greater than the preset minimum litter weight MIN. If d > MIN, it is considered that the amount of litter is still sufficient and no replenishment is needed. Second calculation formula: When d <= MIN, that is, when the current remaining litter weight is lower than the preset minimum value, the system uses the second calculation formula to calculate the weight b of litter that needs to be replenished. This formula is b = Y - d, where Y is the preset quantitative litter value, and b is the weight of litter that needs to be replenished. Litter replenishment control: After calculating the weight b of litter that needs to be replenished, the system uses this weight as a control command to control the automatic litter dispensing mechanism to replenish the corresponding weight of litter into the litter tray. In summary, this system monitors the weight of the cat litter in real time and automatically replenishes it when necessary to maintain an appropriate amount of litter in the litter box, ensuring that pet cats have a clean and comfortable environment.

[0111] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating a method for timely litter changing in an AI-powered home pet litter changing system, as described in one embodiment of the present invention, which involves remotely setting the changing time via an app.

[0112] like Figure 4 As shown, in one or more embodiments, preferably, the step of remotely setting the replacement time on the APP to perform timed sand replacement specifically includes:

[0113] S401. After the time change is remotely set on the APP, it is sent to the preset timer via the Internet;

[0114] S402. The preset timer reads the corresponding time of the current timer and starts timing. After determining that the replacement time has been reached, the litter replacement is started. All the current cat litter is moved to the cleaning area by the cat litter cleaning shovel. Then, the automatic litter dropping mechanism is controlled again by the control command to replenish all the cat litter in the litter tray.

[0115] In this embodiment of the invention, the litter replacement time is set remotely: users can remotely set the litter replacement time via an app. This time setting is sent to a preset timer in the system via the internet. The preset timer receives the new replacement time setting, reads the current timer time, and starts timing according to the newly set time. This means the timer will wait according to the user-set time until the replacement time is reached. This process can continue even if there is a network outage, achieving autonomous litter replacement without completely relying on the app. The litter replacement process is initiated: when the timer determines that the preset replacement time has been reached, it initiates the litter replacement process. This process includes using a litter shovel to push all the litter in the litter tray to the cleaning area. Litter replenishment: after the old litter is moved to the cleaning area, the timer issues a control command to control the automatic litter dispensing mechanism to replenish the litter tray with new litter. The replenished amount is the total amount of litter, meaning the system will refill the litter tray to the user-set level.

[0116] Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating a method for remotely controlling fixed-point litter changing via video monitoring function of an APP in an AI-powered home pet environmental litter changing method according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0117] like Figure 5 As shown, in one or more embodiments, preferably, the remote control of fixed-point sand replacement via the video monitoring function of the APP specifically includes:

[0118] S501. The sand at each location can be manually monitored using the remote monitoring function of the APP to determine if there are any abnormalities.

[0119] S502. If an abnormality is found, select the cat litter in the corresponding area and close the system using the preset cat litter cleaning shovel to seal the hole in the cat litter cleaning shovel where cat litter is leaking.

[0120] S503. Clean the cat litter in the corresponding area where there is an abnormality using a cat litter cleaning shovel with closed holes, and determine the weight of cat litter to be added after cleaning according to the first calculation formula and the second calculation formula.

[0121] S504. Use the weight of the cat litter replenishment as a control command to control the automatic litter dispensing mechanism to replenish the cat litter tray;

[0122] S505. After refilling the cat litter, open the holes in the litter scoop that were leaking cat litter.

[0123] In this embodiment of the invention, the remote monitoring function allows users to manually determine whether there are any abnormalities in the litter in each location of the litter box through the remote monitoring function of the APP. This may include cat feces, urine-soaked litter, or other unclean foreign objects. Anomaly detection: If a user discovers an abnormality in the litter in a certain area during monitoring, they can select that area to clean. System shutdown and hole sealing: Before cleaning a specific area, the system needs to be shut down using a preset litter cleaning shovel, and the holes for leaking litter in the shovel need to be sealed. This is to prevent litter from leaking into other areas through the mesh when cleaning abnormal litter. Cleaning abnormal litter: The litter in the selected abnormal area is cleaned using a litter cleaning shovel with sealed holes. This ensures that only abnormal litter is removed without affecting other normal litter areas. Determining the weight of replenished litter: After cleaning abnormal litter, the system determines whether the remaining weight of litter is sufficient based on the first calculation formula (d > MIN). If the litter volume is insufficient (d <= MIN), the second calculation formula (b = Y - d) is used to determine the required litter weight b. Litter replenishment: The calculated litter weight b is used as a control command to activate the automatic litter dispenser, adding the corresponding weight of new litter to the litter tray to maintain an appropriate litter level.

[0124] Figure 6 This is a flowchart illustrating the process of smoothing the litter using the end of a litter cleaning shovel after each litter replenishment, as described in an embodiment of the present invention, of an AI-based environmentally friendly litter changing method for home pets.

[0125] like Figure 6 As shown, in one or more embodiments, preferably, the step of smoothing the litter after each litter replenishment using the end of the litter shovel specifically includes:

[0126] S601. Real-time reading of the current highest and average height of cat litter in the litter tray;

[0127] S602. Determine whether the third calculation formula is met. If not, start the litter leveling program. If it is met, do not perform any processing.

[0128] S603. When starting the litter leveling program, level the litter along the horizontal and vertical directions using the litter cleaning shovel until the third calculation formula is met.

[0129] The third calculation formula is:

[0130] HP<=1cm

[0131] Where H represents the highest height of the cat litter box, and P represents the average height of the cat litter box.

[0132] In this embodiment of the invention, the system reads the litter height in real time: the system can monitor and read the highest height H and average height P of the litter in the litter tray in real time. This requires specific sensors or cameras to ensure data accuracy. The system determines whether the third calculation formula is met: the system determines whether the current litter height meets the third calculation formula H - P <= 1cm. This formula is used to evaluate whether the litter distribution is uniform, i.e., whether the difference between the highest point and the average height exceeds 1 cm. If the difference is less than or equal to 1 cm, the litter is considered sufficiently level and no further processing is needed. The system initiates a litter leveling program: if the litter height difference does not meet the third calculation formula (i.e., H - P <= 1cm), the system initiates a litter leveling program. The purpose of this program is to physically adjust the litter distribution to make it more uniform. During the leveling program, the litter cleaning shovel moves horizontally and vertically, using its tip to level the litter. This process continues until the difference between the highest and average height of the litter again meets the third calculation formula.

[0133] Figure 7 This is a flowchart illustrating the real-time transmission of the current operating status of the cat litter tray to a mobile app in an AI-powered eco-friendly litter changing method for home pets, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0134] like Figure 7 As shown, in one or more embodiments, preferably, the current operating status of the litter box is transmitted to a mobile app in real time, specifically including:

[0135] S701: Real-time acquisition of video data and transmission to the cloud platform;

[0136] S702: Mobile phones can read videos of cat litter boxes on cloud platforms via an app;

[0137] S703. When a cat appears in the video, stop the current litter removal or litter tray leveling work and wait for the cat to leave before continuing.

[0138] In this embodiment of the invention, video data is acquired in real time: the system acquires video data from the litter box in real time through cameras installed at appropriate locations and transmits this data to a cloud platform. This enables remote monitoring, and users can access this video data via the internet. Video can be accessed via a mobile app: users can use a mobile app to access the litter box video stored on the cloud platform. This allows users to check the litter box status at any time, regardless of their location. Intelligent detection and response: when the video monitoring system detects a cat in the litter box, the system automatically stops the current litter removal or litter box leveling operation. This is to avoid disturbing or startling the cat using the litter box. The system resumes operation only after the cat has left the litter box. This ensures that the cat's use of the litter box is not affected, and also guarantees that the cleaning and maintenance of the litter box can proceed smoothly.

[0139] According to a second aspect of the present invention, an AI-powered eco-friendly pet litter changing system is provided.

[0140] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of an AI-powered eco-friendly pet litter changing system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0141] In one or more embodiments, preferably, the AI-powered eco-friendly pet litter changing system includes:

[0142] The structure setting module 801 is used to set the system structure for automatic cat litter replacement.

[0143] The quantitative litter replacement determination module 802 is used to perform quantitative litter replacement based on the current weight of the litter box.

[0144] The timed sand replacement judgment module 803 is used to remotely set the replacement time on the APP to perform timed sand replacement.

[0145] The fixed-point sand replacement judgment module 804 is used to remotely control fixed-point sand replacement through the video monitoring function of the APP.

[0146] The automatic leveling module 805 is used to level the litter after each litter refill using the end of the litter shovel.

[0147] The remote monitoring setting module 806 is used to transmit the current operating status of the cat litter tray to the mobile APP in real time.

[0148] In this embodiment of the invention, a system suitable for different structures is realized through a series of modular designs. This system can achieve closed-loop, reliable, and efficient execution through data acquisition, analysis, and control.

[0149] According to a third aspect of the present invention, a computer-readable storage medium is provided that stores computer program instructions thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implement the method as described in any one of the first aspects of the present invention.

[0150] According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, an electronic device is provided. Figure 9 This is a structural diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 9 The electronic device shown is a general-purpose AI-powered eco-friendly litter changing device for home pets. (Reference) Figure 9 The electronic device can be a smartphone, tablet computer, or other similar device. The electronic device 900 includes a processor 901 and a memory 902. The processor 901 and the memory 902 are electrically connected.

[0151] The processor 901 is the control center of the electronic device 900. It connects various parts of the electronic device through various interfaces and lines. By running or calling computer programs stored in the memory 902, and calling data stored in the memory 902, it performs various functions of the electronic device and processes data, thereby monitoring the electronic device as a whole.

[0152] In this embodiment, the processor 901 in the electronic device 900 loads the instructions corresponding to the processes of one or more computer programs into the memory 902 according to the following steps, and the processor 901 runs the computer programs stored in the memory 902 to realize various functions, such as: setting the system structure for automatic cat litter replacement; quantitatively replacing litter according to the current weight of the litter tray; remotely setting the replacement time on the APP for timed litter replacement; remotely controlling fixed-point litter replacement through the video monitoring function of the APP; leveling the litter after each litter replenishment using the end of the litter cleaning shovel; and transmitting the current operating status of the litter tray to the mobile APP in real time.

[0153] In some embodiments, the electronic device 900 may further include: a display 903, a radio frequency circuit 904, an audio circuit 905, a wireless fidelity module 906, and a power supply 907. The display 903, radio frequency circuit 904, audio circuit 905, wireless fidelity module 906, and power supply 907 are electrically connected to the processor 901.

[0154] The display 903 can be used to display information input by the user or information provided to the user, as well as various graphical user interfaces, which can be composed of graphics, text, icons, video, and any combination thereof. The display 903 may include a display panel, which in some embodiments may be configured as a liquid crystal display (LCD) or an organic light-emitting diode (OLED).

[0155] The radio frequency circuit 904 can be used to transmit and receive radio frequency signals to establish wireless communication with network devices or other electronic devices, and to transmit and receive signals with network devices or other electronic devices.

[0156] The audio circuit 905 can be used to provide an audio interface between a user and an electronic device through a speaker or microphone.

[0157] The wireless fidelity module 906 can be used for short-range wireless transmission, helping users send and receive emails, browse websites, and access streaming media, providing users with wireless broadband internet access.

[0158] The power supply 907 can be used to power various components of the electronic device 900. In some embodiments, the power supply 907 can be logically connected to the processor 901 through a power management system, thereby enabling functions such as charging, discharging, and power consumption management through the power management system.

[0159] although Figure 9 As not shown in the diagram, the electronic device 900 may also include a camera, Bluetooth module, etc., which will not be described in detail here.

[0160] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of the present invention may include the following beneficial effects:

[0161] In this invention, the amount of cat litter is filled by automatic cat litter quantity detection.

[0162] In this invention, the cat litter is cleaned and leveled using a pre-set cat litter cleaning shovel.

[0163] Those skilled in the art will understand that embodiments of the present invention can be provided as methods, systems, or computer program products. Therefore, the present invention can take the form of a completely hardware embodiment, a completely software embodiment, or an embodiment combining software and hardware aspects. Furthermore, the present invention can take the form of a computer program product embodied on one or more computer-usable storage media (including, but not limited to, disk storage and optical storage) containing computer-usable program code.

[0164] This invention is described with reference to flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams of methods, apparatus (systems), and computer program products according to embodiments of the invention. It will be understood that each block of the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, and combinations of blocks in the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, can be implemented by computer program instructions. These computer program instructions can be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, special-purpose computer, embedded processor, or other programmable data processing apparatus to produce a machine, such that the instructions, which execute via the processor of the computer or other programmable data processing apparatus, generate instructions for implementing the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 A device that provides the functions specified in one or more boxes.

[0165] These computer program instructions may also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium that can direct a computer or other programmable data processing device to function in a particular manner, such that the instructions stored in the computer-readable storage medium produce an article of manufacture including instruction means, which are implemented in a process Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The function specified in one or more boxes.

[0166] These computer program instructions may also be loaded onto a computer or other programmable data processing equipment to cause a series of operational steps to be performed on the computer or other programmable equipment to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby providing instructions that execute on the computer or other programmable equipment for implementing the process. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The steps of the function specified in one or more boxes.

[0167] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this invention without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this invention and their equivalents, this invention also intends to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. An AI-powered environmentally friendly litter changing method for home pets, characterized in that, The method includes: Set up a system structure for automatic cat litter replacement; Change the litter according to the current weight of the litter box; The sand replacement time can be remotely set via the APP for scheduled sand replacement; Remotely control the fixed-point sand replacement using the video monitoring function of the APP; After each litter refill, smooth the litter using the end of the litter scoop. The current operating status of the cat litter box is transmitted to the mobile app in real time; Specifically, the step of quantitatively changing the litter based on the current weight of the litter box includes: A weight monitoring device is installed under the litter box to record the total weight of the litter box in real time. After each time the cat feces are automatically cleaned with the litter scoop, the current remaining weight of the cat litter is read. Determine if the first calculation formula is met; if not, use the second calculation formula to calculate the weight of additional cat litter. The weight of the cat litter is used as a control command to control the automatic litter dispensing mechanism to replenish the cat litter tray; The first calculation formula is: d>MIN Where MIN is the preset minimum cat litter weight, and d is the current remaining cat litter weight; The second calculation formula is: b=Yd Where Y is the preset quantitative cat litter value, and b is the weight of cat litter to be replenished; The step of smoothing the litter with the end of the litter shovel after each litter replenishment specifically includes: Real-time reading of the current highest and average height of cat litter in the litter tray; Determine if the third calculation formula is met. If not, start the litter leveling process. If it is met, do nothing. When starting the litter leveling program, level the litter along the horizontal and vertical directions using the front end of the litter shovel until the third calculation formula is met; The third calculation formula is: HP<=1cm Where H represents the highest height of the cat litter box, and P represents the average height of the cat litter box.

2. The AI-powered eco-friendly litter changing method for home pets as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The system structure for automatic cat litter replacement specifically includes: The automatic litter changing system includes a camera to capture the current status of the litter in real time; The automatic cat litter changing system includes a litter tray and an automatic litter dropping mechanism above the litter tray. The automatic litter dropping mechanism controls a command weight of cat litter to fall into the litter tray via a control command. The automatic cat litter replacement system includes a cat litter cleaning shovel, which is configured as a mesh with a mesh size larger than the diameter of the cat litter, and the end of the cat litter cleaning shovel is flat; The automatic litter changing system includes a timer that records the time of each operation; The automatic litter changing system includes a litter scoop control mechanism to control the direction of movement of the litter scoop.

3. The AI-powered eco-friendly litter changing method for home pets as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The method of remotely setting the sand replacement time on the APP to perform timed sand replacement specifically includes: Once the time change is set remotely on the app, it is sent to the preset timer via the internet; The preset timer reads the corresponding time of the current timer and starts timing. After determining that the replacement time has been reached, the litter replacement is started. All the current cat litter is moved to the cleaning area by the litter cleaning shovel, and then the automatic litter dropping mechanism is controlled again to replenish all the cat litter in the litter tray through the control command.

4. The AI-powered environmentally friendly litter changing method for home pets as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The remote control of fixed-point sand replacement via the APP's video monitoring function specifically includes: The app's remote monitoring function allows users to manually determine if there are any abnormalities in the sand at each location. If an abnormality is found, the corresponding area of ​​cat litter will be selected, and the system will be shut down using the preset cat litter cleaning shovel to seal the holes in the cat litter cleaning shovel where cat litter has leaked. The litter is cleaned in the corresponding area with abnormalities using a litter cleaning shovel with sealed holes, and the weight of additional litter is determined according to the first and second calculation formulas after cleaning. The weight of the cat litter is used as a control command to control the automatic litter dispensing mechanism to replenish the cat litter tray; After refilling the litter box, reopen the holes in the litter scoop that were previously used to remove spilled litter.

5. The AI-powered environmentally friendly litter changing method for home pets as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The current operating status of the litter box is transmitted to the mobile app in real time, specifically including: Real-time acquisition of video data and transmission to the cloud platform; The mobile phone can access the video of the cat litter box on the cloud platform via an app; When a cat appears in the video, stop the current litter removal or litter tray leveling work and wait for the cat to leave before continuing.

6. An AI-powered eco-friendly litter changing system for home pets, characterized in that, The system is used to implement the method as described in any one of claims 1-5, the system comprising: The structure setting module is used to configure the system structure for automatic cat litter replacement. The quantitative litter replacement determination module is used to replace litter in a quantitative manner based on the current weight of the litter box. The timed sand replacement judgment module is used to remotely set the replacement time on the APP to perform timed sand replacement; The fixed-point sand replacement judgment module is used to remotely control fixed-point sand replacement through the video monitoring function of the APP; The automatic leveling setting module is used to level the litter after each litter refill using the end of the litter shovel. The remote monitoring settings module is used to transmit the current operating status of the cat litter box to the mobile APP in real time.

7. A computer-readable storage medium storing computer program instructions thereon, characterized in that, The computer program instructions, when executed by a processor, implement the method as described in any one of claims 1-5.

8. An electronic device comprising a memory and a processor, characterized in that, The memory is used to store one or more computer program instructions, wherein the one or more computer program instructions are executed by the processor to implement the method as described in any one of claims 1-5.

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