Detachable intelligent patella belt

By integrating intelligent mechanism and sensor module on the patella belt, the pressure of the airbag is automatically adjusted, and the problem of unadjustable pressure fixation and poor comfort of traditional patella belt is solved, achieving higher safety and knee protection effects.

CN119565113APending Publication Date: 2025-03-07MEBOTX INTELLIGENT TECH SUZHOU CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202411923170.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-25
Publication Date
2025-03-07

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Technical Problem

The pressure fixation of traditional patella belts is not adjustable, and the comfort is poor, and may slip due to insufficient pressure during intense exercise, resulting in slipping problems.

Method used

A removable smart patella strap is designed, fixed with Velcro, and the airbag and sensor module are installed on the strap body. The airbag pressure is automatically adjusted through the intelligent mechanism to ensure that the most suitable pressure and support are provided in any situation.

Benefits of technology

It realizes intelligent pressure adjustment according to the wearer's usage, improves the comfort and safety of the patella strap, enhances the protective effect on the knee joint, and avoids slippage problems.

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Abstract

The invention provides a detachable intelligent patella belt. The detachable intelligent patella belt can be prevented from sliding down, intelligent pressure adjustment can be carried out according to the use condition of a wearer, knee joints are effectively protected in time, and comfort and safety are improved. Comprising a bandage body, and the bandage body is fixed to the patella of the human body through hook-and-loop fasteners; the bandage body is provided with an air bag in contact with the human body in an attached mode, an air bag is arranged in the air bag, a clamping base is arranged on the face, away from the human body, of the bandage body, and an intelligent mechanism is detachably assembled on the clamping base. The intelligent mechanism comprises a housing, a sensor module which is arranged in the housing and is used for detecting the pressure state of the air bag in real time, and an inflating and deflating module which is used for inflating and deflating the air bag according to the pressure state; a buckling part is arranged on the inner side of one end of the clamping seat, a buckling piece corresponding to the buckling part is arranged on the cover shell, and the buckling part is buckled with the buckling piece, so that the cover shell and the clamping seat are detachably connected in a buckling mode.
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Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of patellar straps, in particular to a detachable intelligent patellar strap. Background Art

[0002] The knee joint is an extremely important part in sports, but it is also a relatively fragile part that is easily injured. It is extremely painful when injured and recovers slowly. The patellar strap is widely used in sports. It can fix the patella to a certain extent and reduce the wear of the meniscus. It can reduce the wear of the meniscus when used in various sports.

[0003] Traditional patellar straps usually use elastic materials or fillers to provide fixed support and pressure, but the patellar straps have the following disadvantages: the pressure fixation cannot be adjusted, cannot be adjusted in real time according to actual exercise conditions, and has poor dynamic adjustability; the comfort is poor, and long-term wearing of a patellar strap with excessive pressure will affect blood circulation; it cannot provide effective support. Since the pressure of the patellar strap cannot be adjusted, especially during strenuous exercise, the patellar strap may slip off due to insufficient pressure, resulting in a slippage problem. Summary of the invention

[0004] In view of the above problems, the present invention provides a detachable intelligent patellar belt, which can prevent slipping, can intelligently adjust the pressure according to the wearer's usage, provide timely and effective protection for the knee joint, and improve comfort and safety.

[0005] The present invention adopts the following technical scheme: a detachable intelligent patellar strap, comprising a strap body, wherein the strap body is fixed to the patella of a human body by Velcro; an air bag that fits and contacts the human body is arranged on the strap body, an air bag is arranged in the air bag, a holder is arranged on the side of the strap body facing away from the human body, an intelligent mechanism is detachably mounted on the holder, and the intelligent mechanism comprises a cover shell and a sensor module and an inflation and deflation module installed in the cover shell; a buckle portion is arranged on the inner side of one end of the holder, a buckle piece corresponding to the buckle portion is arranged on the cover shell, and the buckle portion is buckled with the buckle piece to realize a buckle-type detachable connection between the cover shell and the holder; wherein the sensor module is used to detect the pressure state of the air bag in real time to obtain the contact condition between the human knee joint and the air bag; the inflation and deflation module is connected to the air bag to inflate and deflate the air bag according to the pressure state.

[0006] Further, the buckle part includes an elastic card plate and a hook arranged at the top end of the card plate, a hollow fixing seat is arranged outside the card seat at the buckle part, a pressing block is arranged in the fixing seat, the pressing block passes through the card seat to elastically press the hook, and the fixing seat, the pressing block and the buckle part are all made of silicone material; the buckle part includes a block fixed to the outside of the cover shell, a buckle groove is opened at the bottom, and a buckle slot for buckling the hook is arranged on the buckle groove;

[0007] Furthermore, the intelligent mechanism also includes a control module, a four-way valve, and a power module. The sensor module, the gas charging and discharging module, the control module, the four-way valve, and the power module are all assembled in the housing. The sensor module and the gas charging and discharging module are both connected to the four-way valve. The control module is connected to the sensor module and the gas charging and discharging module to receive feedback information from the sensor module and control the action of the gas charging and discharging module. The power module is connected to the control module to supply power.

[0008] Furthermore, the sensor module adopts an air pressure sensor, the inflation module includes an air pump and a solenoid valve; the control module includes a control circuit board and a controller mounted on the control circuit board, the control circuit board is arranged in the housing, and the power module, the solenoid valve, the air pressure sensor, and the air pump are all connected to the controller;

[0009] Further, the cover shell comprises an upper shell and a lower shell, the upper shell is covered on the lower shell, the card seat is a two-section split boat-shaped structure, and the cover shell is interference-fitted in the boat-shaped cavity of the card seat; further, a button is mounted on the control circuit board, the button is connected to the controller, and the button is exposed outside the upper shell; the control circuit board is connected to a pin connected to the power module, the pin passes through the lower shell, and is exposed on the lower shell;

[0010] Furthermore, the upper and lower surfaces of the air bag are both protruding from the strap body, an air channel is provided at the other end of the holder, the air port of the air bag is connected to an air nozzle, the air nozzle is installed in the air channel, and the air hole portion of the air nozzle passes through the air channel and extends into the boat-shaped cavity of the holder;

[0011] Furthermore, the gas nozzle is made of silicone material, the four-way side end located on one side of the airway is provided with a charging and discharging hole, the upper shell is provided with a through hole corresponding to the air hole part of the gas nozzle, and the through hole is connected to the charging and discharging hole;

[0012] Furthermore, the Velcro includes a Velcro mother patch and a Velcro child patch that are adhered to each other, the Velcro child patch is arranged at one end of the strap body, the remaining surfaces of the strap body are connected to the Velcro mother patch, and a buckle is arranged at the other end of the strap body;

[0013] Furthermore, the cover shell and the buckle are both made of plastic material, and the card holder is made of silicone material.

[0014] The beneficial effect of the present invention is that an intelligent mechanism is detachably connected to the strap body in a snap-on manner, and the pressure of the airbag can be automatically adjusted by the intelligent mechanism based on the pressure state of the airbag, ensuring that the strap body can provide the most suitable pressure and support under any circumstances to avoid slipping. This not only improves the comfort and safety of the patellar strap, but also enhances the protective effect of the patellar strap on the knee joint, thereby providing users with a better sports experience and higher safety guarantees, and has good economic value. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the assembled three-dimensional structure of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the air bag and the air nozzle in the present invention;

[0017] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the partial assembly structure after the card holder part is hidden in the present invention;

[0018] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the assembly enlarged structure of the buckle part in the present invention;

[0019] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the partial structure after the binding body and the card holder are assembled in the present invention;

[0020] Figure 6 It is a structural schematic diagram of the intelligent mechanism in the present invention;

[0021] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the intelligent mechanism in the present invention after it is hidden in the cover;

[0022] Figure 8 It is a schematic diagram of the structure after the intelligent mechanism in the present invention is hidden in the upper shell;

[0023] Fig. 9 It is a bottom view of the intelligent mechanism in the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] like Figures 1 to 9As shown, a detachable intelligent patellar strap of the present invention comprises a strap body 1, which is fixed to the patella of a human body by Velcro; an air bag 2 which is in close contact with the human body is arranged on the strap body 1, and an air bag 3 is arranged in the air bag 2; a holder 4 is arranged on the side of the strap body 1 which is away from the human body, and an intelligent mechanism 5 is detachably mounted on the holder 4, and the intelligent mechanism 5 comprises a cover shell and a sensor module and an inflation and deflation module installed in the cover shell; a buckle portion is arranged on the inner side of one end of the holder 4, and a buckle piece corresponding to the buckle portion is arranged on the cover shell, and the buckle portion is buckled with the buckle piece to realize a buckle-type detachable connection between the cover shell and the holder 4;

[0025] The sensor module is used to detect the pressure state of the airbag 3 in real time to obtain the contact between the human knee joint and the airbag 3. When the contact between the human knee joint and the airbag 3 is loose, the pressure of the airbag 3 is small, otherwise the pressure is large.

[0026] The inflation and deflation module is connected to the airbag 3 and is used to inflate and deflate the airbag 3 according to the pressure state to adjust the pressure of the airbag 3 at the patella of the human body.

[0027] The buckle part includes an elastic card plate 6 and a hook 7 arranged at the top of the card plate 6. A hollow fixing seat 8 is arranged on the outside of the card seat 4 at the buckle part. A pressing block 9 is arranged in the fixing seat 8. The pressing block 9 passes through the card seat 4 to elastically contact the hook 7. The fixing seat 8, the pressing block 9 and the buckle part are all made of silicone material; the buckle is arranged on the upper shell 19, and the buckle includes a block 10 fixed to the outside of the upper shell 19, and a buckle groove 11 is opened at the bottom, and a buckle groove 11 is provided with a At the snap-on socket 12 of the snap hook 7; when performing the snap-on installation, first align the charging and discharging air holes 27 of the smart mechanism 5 with the air nozzle 24, and then snap the card plate 6 into the snap-on groove 11, and the hook 7 will be snapped into the snap-on socket 12 at the same time, thereby realizing the snap-on installation of the card holder 4 and the smart mechanism 5; when disassembly is required, it is only necessary to press the pressing block 9 so that the pressing block 9 contacts and pushes away the hook 7, and the hook 7 is disengaged from the snap-on socket 12, so that the smart mechanism 5 can be easily taken out.

[0028] The intelligent mechanism 5 also includes a control module, a four-way 13, and a power module 14. The sensor module, the charging and discharging module, the control module, the four-way 13, and the power module 14 are all assembled in the housing. The sensor module and the charging and discharging module are both connected to the four-way 13; the control module is connected to the sensor module and the charging and discharging module to receive feedback information from the sensor module and control the action of the charging and discharging module; the power module 14 is connected to the control module for power supply; the sensor module adopts an air pressure sensor 15, and the charging module includes an air pump 16 and a solenoid valve 17; the control module The control module includes a control circuit board 18 and a controller mounted on the control circuit board 18. The control circuit board 18 is arranged in a cover shell. The power module 14, the solenoid valve 17, the air pressure sensor 15, and the air pump 16 are all connected to the controller; wherein the air pump 16 is used to inflate the airbag 3, and the solenoid valve 17 is used to deflate the airbag 3. The air pump 16, the solenoid valve 17, and the air pressure sensor 15 are all connected to the four-way 13. The controller adopts existing control devices or equipment, such as GR551x series chips; the power module 14 adopts a rechargeable battery.

[0029] The cover shell includes an upper shell 19 and a lower shell 20 . The upper shell 19 is covered on the lower shell 20 . The holder 4 is a two-section split boat-shaped structure. The cover shell is interference fit in the boat-shaped cavity 26 of the holder 4 .

[0030] A button 21 is mounted on the control circuit board 18. The button 21 is connected to a controller (not shown in the figure) and is exposed outside the upper shell 19. The power on / off operation can be achieved by manually pressing the button 21. A pin 22 connected to the power module 14 is connected to the control circuit board 18. The pin 22 passes through the lower shell 20 and is exposed on the lower shell 20. The battery module 11 can be charged by connecting the corresponding charger to the pin 22.

[0031] The upper and lower surfaces of the air bag 2 are both protruding from the strap body 1, and the other end of the holder 4 is provided with an air channel 23. The air port of the air bag 3 is connected with an air nozzle 24, which is installed in the air channel 23, and the air hole portion 25 of the air nozzle 24 passes through the air channel 23 and extends into the boat-shaped cavity 26 of the holder 4; the air nozzle 24 is made of silicone material, and a charging and discharging air hole 27 is provided at the side end of the four-way 13 on one side of the air channel 23, and a through hole 28 corresponding to the air hole portion 25 of the air nozzle 24 is provided on the upper shell 19. The through hole 28 is connected with the charging and discharging hole 27; the charging and discharging hole 27 is connected with the air nozzle 24. Then, according to the pressure state of the airbag 3, the airbag 3 is inflated and deflated through the charging and discharging hole 27 and the air nozzle 24 to adjust the pressure of the airbag 3 at the patella of the human body, so that it can meet the movement state of the human body and the pressure contact between the strap body 1 and the human body, and automatically adjust the pressure condition, so as to achieve the comfort adjustment and protection of the patellar strap for the knee joint and prevent it from slipping.

[0032] The Velcro includes a Velcro mother patch 29 and a Velcro sub-patch 30 which are adhered to each other. The Velcro sub-patch 30 is arranged at one end of the strap body 1, and the remaining surfaces of the strap body 1 (that is, the front and back surfaces of the strap body 1) are connected to the Velcro mother patch 29. A buckle 31 is provided at the other end of the strap body 1; the cover shell and the fastener are made of plastic material, and the socket 4 is made of silicone material.

[0033] During use of the present invention, the air charging and discharging holes 27 and the through holes 28 on the smart mechanism 5 are first aligned with the air nozzle 24 and then the smart mechanism 5 is snap-fitted into the boat-shaped cavity 26 of the holder 4 as a whole. When the smart mechanism 5 needs to be removed, the pressing block 9 in the fixing seat 8 is pressed so that the pressing block 9 elastically contacts the hook 7, and the hook 7 can be disengaged from the bayonet 12. Then the card plate 6 can be disengaged from the snap groove 11, and the smart mechanism 5 can be disengaged from the boat-shaped cavity 26 of the holder 4, so that the detachable assembly and disassembly can be realized conveniently. Then the airbag 3 is placed on the patella of the human body, and then the strap body 1 with the Velcro sub-sticker 30 is After one end passes through the buckle 31, it is pasted and bound through the corresponding Velcro mother sticker 29 and Velcro child sticker 30. After pressing the button 21, the intelligent mechanism 5 can be turned on and off. During the user's exercise, the air pressure sensor 15 detects the pressure state in real time, and adjusts the pressure of the airbag 3 in real time according to the actual situation to ensure that the patellar strap can provide the most suitable pressure and support under any circumstances. It not only improves the comfort and safety of the patellar strap, but also enhances its protective effect on the knee joint, which can meet the usage needs in different scenarios, thereby providing users with a better sports experience and higher safety guarantees.

[0034] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above and that the invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential features of the invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description, and it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalent elements of the claims be included in the invention. Any reference numeral in a claim should not be considered as limiting the claim to which it relates.

[0035] In addition, it should be understood that although the present specification is described according to implementation modes, not every implementation mode contains only one independent technical solution. This description of the specification is only for the sake of clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each embodiment may also be appropriately combined to form other implementation modes that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A detachable smart patellar strap, comprising a strap body, wherein the strap body is fixed to the patella of a human body by Velcro; characterized in that: The strap body is provided with an air bag that fits in contact with the human body, the air bag is provided with an air bag, the strap body is provided with a holder on the side facing away from the human body, the holder is detachably equipped with an intelligent mechanism, the intelligent mechanism includes a cover shell and a sensor module and an inflation and deflation module installed in the cover shell; a buckle portion is provided on the inner side of one end of the holder, a buckle piece corresponding to the buckle portion is provided on the cover shell, the buckle portion is buckled with the buckle piece to realize a buckle-type detachable connection between the cover shell and the holder; wherein the sensor module is used to detect the pressure state of the air bag in real time to obtain the contact condition between the human knee joint and the air bag; the inflation and deflation module is connected to the air bag, and is used to inflate and deflate the air bag according to the pressure state.

2. The detachable intelligent patellar belt according to claim 1, characterized in that: The buckle part includes an elastic card plate and a hook arranged at the top end of the card plate, a hollow fixing seat is provided on the outside of the card seat located at the buckle part, a pressing block is provided in the fixing seat, the pressing block passes through the card seat to elastically press the hook, and the fixing seat, the pressing block and the buckle part are all made of silicone material; the buckle part includes a card block fixed to the outside of the cover shell, a buckle groove is opened at the bottom, and a buckle slot for buckling the hook is provided on the buckle groove.

3. The detachable intelligent patellar belt according to claim 1, characterized in that: The intelligent mechanism also includes a control module, a four-way valve and a power module. The sensor module, the charging and discharging module, the control module, the four-way valve and the power module are all assembled in the cover shell. The sensor module and the charging and discharging module are both connected to the four-way valve. The control module is connected to the sensor module and the charging and discharging module to receive feedback information from the sensor module and control the action of the charging and discharging module. The power module is connected to the control module for power supply.

4. The detachable intelligent patellar belt according to claim 3, characterized in that: The sensor module adopts an air pressure sensor, and the inflation module includes an air pump and a solenoid valve; the control module includes a control circuit board and a controller installed on the control circuit board, the control circuit board is arranged in the cover shell, and the power module, solenoid valve, air pressure sensor, and air pump are all connected to the controller.

5. The detachable intelligent patellar belt according to claim 4, characterized in that: The cover shell comprises an upper shell and a lower shell, the upper shell is covered on the lower shell, the clamping seat is a two-section split boat-shaped structure, and the cover shell is interference-fitted in the boat-shaped cavity of the clamping seat.

6. The detachable intelligent patellar belt according to claim 5, characterized in that: The control circuit board is provided with a button, the button is connected to the controller and is exposed outside the upper shell; the control circuit board is connected with a pin connected to the power module, the pin passes through the lower shell and is exposed on the lower shell.

7. The detachable intelligent patellar belt according to claim 5, characterized in that: The upper and lower surfaces of the air bag both protrude from the strap body, an air channel is provided at the other end of the holder, the air port of the air bag is connected to an air nozzle, the air nozzle is installed in the air channel, and the air hole portion of the air nozzle passes through the air channel and extends into the boat-shaped cavity of the holder.

8. The detachable intelligent patellar belt according to claim 7, characterized in that: The air nozzle is made of silicone material, and the four-way side end located on one side of the airway is provided with an air charging and discharging hole. The upper shell is provided with a through hole corresponding to the air hole part of the air nozzle, and the through hole is connected to the air charging and discharging hole.

9. The detachable intelligent patellar strap according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Velcro includes a Velcro mother patch and a Velcro child patch that are adhered to each other. The Velcro child patch is arranged at one end of the strap body, and the remaining surfaces of the strap body are connected to the Velcro mother patch. A buckle is arranged at the other end of the strap body.

10. The detachable intelligent patellar belt according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cover shell and the buckle are made of plastic material, and the card holder is made of silicone material.

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