Intelligent walking stick

Abstract

The intelligent walking stick comprises a walking stick body, and the walking stick body is provided with an emergency calling module, a positioning module, a two-dimensional code, a falling detection module, an alarm module and a main control system; the emergency calling module, the positioning module and the falling detection module are connected with the main control system, and the main control system is in communication connection with the user terminal; the emergency help module comprises an emergency call button; the emergency calling module is used for triggering the alarm module and sending emergency calling information to the user terminal through the main control system when the emergency calling button is pressed; the positioning module is used for detecting current position information and sending the position information to the user terminal through the main control system; the falling detection module is used for triggering the alarm module and sending falling information to the user terminal through the main control system when detecting that the old man falls down; the two-dimensional code is used for storing emergency medical information of the old; the two-dimensional code is arranged on the surface of the walking stick body. By means of the walking stick, the elderly can be helped quickly when emergencies happen.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of crutch, and in particular to a smart crutch. Background Art

[0002] As the global population ages, the proportion of the elderly population continues to rise, and their health and safety issues are increasingly receiving social attention. As an important tool to assist walking, crutches not only provide the necessary body support for many elderly people, helping them maintain balance and stability, but also greatly enhance their mobility and reduce the risk of falling. Therefore, crutches play a vital role in improving the quality of life of the elderly, ensuring their safety, and promoting their social participation.

[0003] The existing crutches have a single function, which only assists walking, which can no longer meet the various needs of the elderly, especially the safety needs. Publication No. CN107581732A "A Multifunctional Crutch" embeds a heart rate sensor in the middle of the top of the crutch head, and a speed sensor is fixedly connected to the lower end of the front surface of the crutch rod. Through the functions of the display and the alarm, it is convenient for people to understand their own heart rate and walking speed, and when the heart rate and walking speed are greater than the maximum preset value, the alarm will sound an alarm to ensure people's health. At the same time, by setting a locator and on the crutch body, the position signal can be transmitted to the control room, which is conducive to people finding the elderly in time. However, this crutch does not solve the problem of how to quickly seek help when the elderly fall down or other emergencies. Summary of the invention

[0004] Based on this, in order to solve the above technical problems, a smart crutch is provided to enable people to quickly seek help in case of emergency.

[0005] A smart crutch, comprising a crutch body, wherein the crutch body is provided with an emergency help module, a positioning module, a QR code, a fall detection module, an alarm module, and a main control system; the emergency help module, the positioning module, and the fall detection module are connected to the main control system, and the main control system is connected to a user terminal for communication;

[0006] The emergency help module includes an emergency call button; the emergency help module is used to trigger the alarm module when the emergency call button is pressed; and send emergency call information to the user terminal through the main control system;

[0007] The positioning module is used to detect the current location information and send the location information to the user terminal through the main control system;

[0008] The fall detection module is used to trigger the alarm module when detecting that the elderly person falls, and send the fall information to the user terminal through the main control system;

[0009] The two-dimensional code is used to store the emergency medical information of the elderly; the two-dimensional code is set on the surface of the crutch body.

[0010] In the above scheme, optionally, the crutch also includes: a voice recognition alarm module, which is used to determine whether the elderly person is asking for help based on the acquired voice information of the elderly person using voice recognition technology. If the elderly person is asking for help, the alarm module is triggered and a help message is sent to the user terminal through the main control system.

[0011] In the above solution, optionally, the alarm module includes a buzzer and a flash light.

[0012] In the above solution, optionally, the emergency medical information includes: name, gender, age, medical history, and emergency contact.

[0013] In the above scheme, optionally, the fall detection module includes: an acceleration sensor, a gyroscope, a camera, and a pressure sensor arranged at the handle of the crutch body. The fall detection module is used to determine whether the crutch body is in a grasped state according to the pressure data collected by the pressure sensor, and to judge whether it falls according to the data collected by the speed sensor and the gyroscope, and the image collected by the camera.

[0014] In the above solution, optionally, a lighting device is also provided on the crutch body.

[0015] In the above solution, optionally, a radio device is also provided on the crutch body.

[0016] In the above solution, optionally, four retractable support frames are provided at the end of the crutch rod of the crutch body.

[0017] In the above solution, optionally, the handle of the crutch body is also provided with an anti-slip cover.

[0018] In the above solution, optionally, the crutch rod of the crutch body is a retractable adjustment rod.

[0019] This application has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0020] This application sets an emergency help button. When an emergency occurs, the elderly can press the emergency call button to trigger the alarm module, thereby seeking help from people around, and at the same time send the emergency call information to the user terminal, so that the caregiver of the elderly can promptly understand the information that the elderly need to seek help; at the same time, a fall detection module is set to detect that after the elderly fall, there may be a situation where they cannot press the emergency help button independently, thereby automatically triggering the alarm module to seek help from people around, and at the same time send the fall information to the user terminal, so that the caregiver can promptly understand the information. At the same time, the crutch body is also set to store the elderly's emergency medical information, so that strangers can obtain relevant information about the elderly when rescuing the elderly, and accurately and effectively implement rescue for the elderly. After receiving the information for seeking help or the fall information, the caregiver can also check the positioning information sent by the positioning module, understand the location of the elderly, and go to the destination in time to rescue the elderly. Therefore, the crutch of this application can quickly get help when the elderly suddenly have an emergency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 A structural block diagram of a smart crutch provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0022] Figure 2 A detailed structural block diagram of a smart crutch provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0023] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a smart crutch provided by one embodiment of the present application;

[0024] Among them, 1 is the emergency call button, 2 is the lighting device button, 3 is the radio button, 4 is the lighting device, and 5 is the QR code. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the present application more clearly understood, the present application is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present application and are not used to limit the present application.

[0026] In one embodiment, Figure 1 As shown, a smart crutch is provided, including a crutch body, the crutch body is provided with an emergency help module, a positioning module, a QR code 5, a fall detection module, an alarm module, and a main control system; the emergency help module, the positioning module, and the fall detection module are connected to the main control system, and the main control system is connected to the user terminal for communication;

[0027] The emergency help module includes an emergency call button 1; the emergency help module is used to trigger the alarm module when the emergency call button 1 is pressed; and send emergency call information to the user terminal through the main control system;

[0028] The positioning module is used to detect the current location information and send the location information to the user terminal through the main control system;

[0029] The fall detection module is used to trigger the alarm module when detecting that the elderly person falls, and send the fall information to the user terminal through the main control system;

[0030] The two-dimensional code 5 is used to store the emergency medical information of the elderly; the two-dimensional code 5 is set on the surface of the crutch body.

[0031] In this embodiment, when the elderly press the emergency call button 1 or the elderly falls, the alarm module is triggered, and the buzzer and flashing light are used to inform nearby people that help is needed. The emergency call information or fall information is then sent to the user terminal, so that the caregiver can understand the situation in time, and then arrive at the destination in time for rescue according to the positioning information.

[0032] In the above-mentioned intelligent crutch, by setting an emergency help button, when an emergency occurs, the elderly can press the emergency call button 1 to trigger the alarm module, thereby seeking help from people around, and at the same time send the emergency call information to the user terminal, so that the caregiver of the elderly can timely understand the information that the elderly need to seek help; at the same time, a fall detection module is set to detect that after the elderly fall, there may be a situation where they cannot press the emergency help button independently, thereby automatically triggering the alarm module to seek help from people around, and at the same time send the fall information to the user terminal, so that the caregiver can understand the information in time. At the same time, the crutch body is also set to store the elderly's emergency medical information, so that strangers can obtain relevant information about the elderly when rescuing the elderly, and accurately and effectively implement rescue for the elderly. After receiving the information for seeking help or the fall information, the caregiver can also check the positioning information sent by the positioning module, understand the location of the elderly, and go to the destination in time to rescue the elderly. Therefore, the crutch of this application can quickly get help when the elderly suddenly encounter an emergency.

[0033] In one embodiment, the crutch also includes: a voice recognition alarm module, which is used to determine whether the elderly person is asking for help based on the acquired voice information of the elderly person using voice recognition technology. If the elderly person is asking for help, the alarm module is triggered and a help message is sent to the user terminal through the main control system.

[0034] In this embodiment, if the elderly person is unable to press the emergency call button 1 and the crutches cannot autonomously alarm through the fall detection module, the elderly person can speak, and the crutches can obtain and analyze the elderly person's voice to trigger the alarm module and send a help message to the user terminal.

[0035] In one embodiment, the alarm module includes a buzzer and a flash light.

[0036] In one embodiment, the emergency medical information includes: name, gender, age, medical history, and emergency contact.

[0037] In this embodiment, the emergency medical information also includes: the name of the elderly's regular medicine and its location, usage and dosage, etc. The specific content of the emergency medical information can be specifically set according to the actual situation of the elderly, including but not limited to the above content.

[0038] In one embodiment, the fall detection module includes: an acceleration sensor, a gyroscope, a camera, and a pressure sensor arranged at the handle of the crutch body. The fall detection module is used to determine whether the crutch body is in a grasped state based on the pressure data collected by the pressure sensor, and to judge whether it falls based on the data collected by the speed sensor and the gyroscope, and the image collected by the camera.

[0039] In this embodiment, when the crutch body is in a grasped state, the pressure data collected by the pressure sensor at the handle of the crutch body is used to determine that the crutch body is in a grasped state, the features related to falling are extracted according to the acceleration data and angular velocity collected by the speed sensor and the gyroscope, and a recognition model is constructed through a machine learning algorithm (such as a support vector machine, a neural network, etc.) to identify the falling mode. At the same time, feature recognition can also be performed through images collected by a camera set on the crutch to identify whether the elderly person has fallen.

[0040] In one embodiment, a lighting device 4 is also provided on the crutch body.

[0041] In this embodiment, if Figure 2 As shown, there is also a lighting device button 2 to turn on and off the lighting device 4 to provide light for the elderly when walking.

[0042] In one embodiment, Figure 2 As shown, a radio device is also provided on the crutch body.

[0043] In this embodiment, there is also a radio button 3 for turning on and off the radio device to provide leisure and entertainment for the elderly.

[0044] In one embodiment, four retractable support frames are provided at the end of the crutch shaft of the crutch body.

[0045] In this embodiment, when the four support frames are unfolded, the crutch can stand on the ground by itself.

[0046] In one embodiment, the handle of the crutch body is also provided with an anti-slip cover.

[0047] In one embodiment, the crutch rod of the crutch body is a retractable adjustment rod.

[0048] In this embodiment, the cane can be adjusted according to the height of the elderly. Generally speaking, the most appropriate height of the cane is 700mm when the human body stands vertically with both hands on the side of the body. At the same time, in order to travel safely at night, the application sets a luminous coating on the upper surface of the retractable adjustment rod to make it glow at night, so that it is easy to be identified at night and avoid being bumped by others.

[0049] The main body of the crutch of the present application is made of aluminum alloy, which is light, strong and convenient for use by the elderly. The biggest feature of aluminum alloy is that the manufacturing process is simple, common and environmentally friendly, and the cost is greatly reduced.

[0050] The technical features of the above embodiments may be combined arbitrarily. To make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0051] The above-mentioned embodiments only express several implementation methods of the present application, and the descriptions thereof are relatively specific and detailed, but they cannot be understood as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be pointed out that, for a person of ordinary skill in the art, several variations and improvements can be made without departing from the concept of the present application, and these all belong to the protection scope of the present application. Therefore, the protection scope of the patent of the present application shall be subject to the attached claims.

Claims

1. A smart crutch, characterized in that: It includes a crutch body, which is provided with an emergency help module, a positioning module, a QR code, a fall detection module, an alarm module, and a main control system; the emergency help module, the positioning module, and the fall detection module are connected to the main control system, and the main control system is connected to the user terminal for communication; The emergency help module includes an emergency call button; the emergency help module is used to trigger the alarm module when the emergency call button is pressed; and send emergency call information to the user terminal through the main control system; The positioning module is used to detect the current location information and send the location information to the user terminal through the main control system; The fall detection module is used to trigger the alarm module when detecting that the elderly person falls, and send the fall information to the user terminal through the main control system; The two-dimensional code is used to store the emergency medical information of the elderly; the two-dimensional code is set on the surface of the crutch body.

2. The smart crutch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The crutch also includes: a voice recognition alarm module, which is used to determine whether the elderly person asks for help by using voice recognition technology based on the acquired voice information of the elderly person. If the elderly person asks for help, the alarm module is triggered and a help message is sent to the user terminal through the main control system.

3. The smart crutch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The alarm module includes a buzzer and a flash light.

4. The smart crutch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The emergency medical information includes: name, gender, age, medical history, and emergency contact.

5. The smart crutch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fall detection module includes: an acceleration sensor, a gyroscope, a camera, and a pressure sensor arranged at the handle of the crutch body. The fall detection module is used to determine whether the crutch body is in a grasped state according to the pressure data collected by the pressure sensor, and to judge whether it has fallen according to the data collected by the speed sensor and the gyroscope, and the image collected by the camera.

6. The smart crutch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The crutch body is also provided with a lighting device.

7. The smart crutch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The crutch body is also provided with a radio device.

8. The smart crutch according to claim 1, wherein four retractable support frames are provided at the end of the crutch rod of the crutch body.

9. The smart crutch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle of the crutch body is also covered with an anti-slip cover.

10. The smart crutch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The crutch rod of the crutch body is a retractable adjustment rod.

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