A vitreous thermometer intelligent protective sleeve and countdown reminding control system

Abstract

A smart protective cover for a glass thermometer and a countdown reminder control system include a shell body and a silicone shock-absorbing ring. The shell body is elliptical and cone-shaped, and includes a cover and a housing. The housing is composed of two semi-circular shells detachably connected together by bolts. The front ends of the two semi-circular shells are integrally formed with semi-circular openings. When the two semi-circular openings are connected, an opening is formed. The back of each of the two semi-circular openings has a slot. The upper and lower end faces of the inner side of the cover have locking blocks that fit into the slots. The silicone shock-absorbing ring is movably engaged at the opening. The housing is detachably connected by two semi-circular shells, and the silicone shock-absorbing ring is available in three sizes to accommodate three different sizes of glass thermometers, meeting the storage needs of different sized glass thermometers. This eliminates the need for multiple protective covers for different thermometers, improving the product's versatility and practicality.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of protective cases, and more particularly to a smart protective case for a glass thermometer and a countdown reminder control system. Background Technology

[0002] Thermometers, as essential tools for home health monitoring, play a vital role in both daily life and medical settings. Among them, glass thermometers have long been favored by home users due to their affordability and high accuracy. Their working principle is based on the thermal expansion and contraction properties of mercury, accurately reflecting body temperature by measuring the change in the length of the mercury column within the glass tube. However, glass thermometers also pose significant safety hazards. Because the measuring component contains mercury, a toxic heavy metal, if the thermometer is accidentally broken, the mercury will rapidly evaporate into mercury vapor. Mercury vapor is highly toxic and can enter the body through the respiratory tract, causing harm and even endangering life. Currently, the protection methods for common glass thermometers on the market are relatively simple, mostly placing the thermometer in a plain plastic casing. This plastic casing has a limited function. First, existing glass thermometers come in three sizes: large, medium, and small. This plastic casing cannot be adapted to thermometers of different sizes; different thermometers require different plastic casings.

[0003] However, the plastic casing offers no protection, and the glass thermometer inside has no cushioning structure, making it easy to damage if bumped.

[0004] In addition, at night, the thermometer needs to be turned on to read the temperature, and the reading on the thermometer is very small and difficult to read. The existing plastic casing cannot provide any auxiliary function.

[0005] Finally, existing glass thermometers lack a reminder function, requiring users to frequently check their phones or watches to see if the time has elapsed, making the measurement process cumbersome.

[0006] In conclusion, existing glass thermometer protection methods can no longer meet users' needs for safety and ease of use, thus, there is room for improvement. (Invention Content) The purpose of this invention is to provide a smart protective cover for a glass thermometer and a countdown reminder control system to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: A smart protective case for a glass thermometer includes a shell body and a silicone shock-absorbing ring. The shell body is elliptical cone-shaped and includes a shell cover and a shell. The shell is composed of two semi-arc shells that are detachably connected together by bolts. The front ends of the two semi-arc shells are integrally formed with semi-arc openings. When the two semi-arc openings are connected together, an opening is formed. The back of the two semi-arc openings is provided with a slot. The upper and lower end faces of the inner side of the shell cover are provided with locking blocks. The locking blocks are adapted to the locking slots. The silicone shock-absorbing ring is movably locked at the opening.

[0008] Furthermore, the silicone shock-absorbing ring is available in three sizes to fit three different sizes of glass thermometers.

[0009] Furthermore, the opening is provided with an arc-shaped notch, and the arc-shaped notch is provided with an arc-shaped cross section.

[0010] Furthermore, a transparent magnifying glass cover is fixed to the top of one of the semi-circular shells.

[0011] Furthermore, a back cover groove is provided on the other side of the semi-circular shell, and a back cover is detachably connected to the back cover groove. The tail end of the back cover is provided with an insertion block, and the tail end of the back cover groove is provided with a slot that matches the insertion block. The front end of the back cover is integrally formed with an arc-shaped handle, and the two ends of the arc-shaped handle are provided with pressure blocks. The front end of the back cover groove is provided with a groove, and the two ends of the groove are provided with pressure grooves, and the front end of the groove is provided with a beveled groove.

[0012] The back cover groove has insertion holes at the middle of both ends, and the back cover has insertion rods that are adapted to the insertion holes.

[0013] Furthermore, a controller, LED beads, honeycomb unit, and battery are installed at the bottom of the housing. A charging port is installed on the side of the housing and is electrically connected to the battery. A switch is installed at the lower end of the semi-circular housing on one side, which is fixed with a transparent magnifying glass cover. A hazard light is installed around the switch. The controller is electrically connected to the switch, LED beads, battery, hazard light, and honeycomb unit.

[0014] Furthermore, a hanging hole is provided at the lower end of the housing, and a hand rope can be installed in the hanging hole.

[0015] Furthermore, anti-slip grooves are provided at the upper and lower ends of the outer shell.

[0016] The countdown reminder control system of the smart protective case includes setting the countdown time using the controller, pressing the switch twice at intervals to start the countdown, and at the same time, the hazard lights begin to flash intermittently. When the countdown ends, the hazard lights continue to flash, and the LED lights also begin to flash intermittently. The cell emits a sound to remind that the measurement time has been reached. After use, pressing the switch twice at intervals will turn off the LED lights and hazard lights 25 in sequence.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this invention are: 1. **High Adaptability:** The casing consists of two detachable semi-circular shells, and the silicone shock-absorbing rings come in three sizes to accommodate three different glass thermometers, meeting the storage needs of various sizes and eliminating the need for multiple protective covers for different thermometers, thus improving the product's versatility and practicality. 2. **Shock Absorption Protection:** The silicone shock-absorbing rings are snapped into the opening, cushioning the thermometer in the event of an impact, effectively reducing damage, extending its lifespan, and ensuring safe use. 3. **Convenient Viewing:** A transparent magnifying glass is fixed to one of the semi-circular shells, magnifying the temperature reading. This allows users to clearly view the temperature at night or when the reading is low, eliminating the need for additional lights and enhancing ease of use. 4. **Multi-Functional:** The removable back cover allows users to easily replace thermometers of different sizes. 5. Convenient measurement: LED beads are installed inside the casing to provide illumination in low light conditions, making it easier to check the thermometer reading; the honeycomb sensor and double flashing light provide reminder functions, avoiding users frequently checking their phones or watches during measurement, making the measurement process simpler. 5. Easy to shake: The wrist strap allows for quick return of the liquid metal inside the thermometer to its original position. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the shell cover and shell separation structure of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the separation structure of the shell and the back cover of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the separated structure of the cover, housing, and back cover of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the housing of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the housing of the present invention and three similar thermometers. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the three types of silicone shock absorbers of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 7 For the present invention Figure 3 An enlarged diagram of A in the diagram.

[0024] Figure 8 This is a countdown reminder control system.

[0025] Among them, 1-silicone shock-absorbing ring; 2-shell cover; 3-shell; 4-semi-arc shell; 5-semi-arc opening; 6-opening; 7-slot; 8-slot block; 9-glass thermometer; 10-arc notch; 11-arc cross section; 12-transparent magnifying glass cover; 13-back cover groove; 14-back cover; 15-insertion block; 16-slot; 17-arc handle; 18-pressure block; 19-groove; 20-pressure groove; 21-sloping groove; 22-insertion hole; 23-insertion rod; 24-switch; 25-double flash light; 26-hanging hole; 27-hand rope; 28-anti-slip groove. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this invention easier to understand, the invention will be further described below with reference to specific illustrations.

[0027] A smart protective case for a glass thermometer includes a shell body and a silicone shock-absorbing ring 1. The shell body is elliptical cone-shaped and includes a shell cover 2 and a shell 3. The shell 3 is made of two semi-arc shells 4 that are detachably connected together by bolts. The front ends of the two semi-arc shells 4 are integrally formed with semi-arc openings 5. When the two semi-arc openings 5 ​​are connected together, an opening 6 is formed. The back of the two semi-arc openings 5 ​​are provided with slots 7. The upper and lower end faces of the inner side of the shell cover 2 are provided with locking blocks 8, which are adapted to the locking slots 7.

[0028] The silicone shock absorber ring 1 is attached to the opening 6 by a movable clip.

[0029] The silicone shock-absorbing ring 1 comes in three sizes to fit three sizes of glass thermometers 9.

[0030] An arc-shaped notch 10 is provided at the opening 6, and an arc-shaped cross section 11 is provided at the arc-shaped notch 10.

[0031] A transparent magnifying glass cover 12 is fixed to the upper part of one of the semi-circular shells 4.

[0032] On the other side of the semi-circular shell 4, a back cover groove 13 is provided, and a back cover 14 is detachably connected to the back cover groove 13. The tail end of the back cover 14 is provided with an insert block 15, and the tail end of the back cover groove 13 is provided with a slot 16 that matches the insert block 15. The front end of the back cover 14 is integrally formed with an arc-shaped handle 17, and the two ends of the arc-shaped handle 17 are provided with pressure blocks 18. The front end of the back cover groove 13 is provided with a groove 19, and the two ends of the groove 19 are provided with pressure grooves 20, and the front end of the groove 19 is provided with a beveled groove 21.

[0033] The back cover groove 13 has a socket 22 at the middle of both ends, and the back cover 14 has a plug 23, which is adapted to the socket 22.

[0034] The bottom of the housing 3 is equipped with a controller, LED beads, honeycomb unit and battery. A charging port is installed on the side of the housing 3 and is electrically connected to the battery. A switch 24 is installed at the lower end of the semi-circular housing 4 on one side, which is fixed with a transparent magnifying glass cover 12. A hazard light 25 is installed around the switch 24. The controller is electrically connected to the switch 24, LED beads, battery, hazard light 25 and honeycomb unit.

[0035] The lower end of the housing 3 is provided with a hanging hole 26, and a hand rope 27 can be installed in the hanging hole 26.

[0036] Anti-slip grooves 28 are also provided at the top and bottom ends of the outer shell 2.

[0037] The principle of this invention: In terms of adaptability design, this smart protective case for glass thermometers fully considers the usage requirements of glass thermometers of different specifications. The housing 3 consists of two semi-circular shells 4 that are detachably connected by bolts, making the assembly and disassembly of the housing 3 very convenient.

[0038] Meanwhile, three sizes of silicone shock-absorbing rings 1 are specially designed for the three common sizes of glass thermometers 9 on the market. The silicone shock-absorbing ring 1 is movably snapped into the opening 6. The arc-shaped notch 10 and arc-shaped cross-section 11 at the opening 6 can better fit the silicone shock-absorbing ring 1 and the glass thermometer 9, ensuring the stability of the installation.

[0039] When the user needs to place the glass thermometer 9, first open the back cover 14, then select the appropriate silicone shock-absorbing ring 1 according to the actual specifications of the thermometer, and accurately insert it into the opening 6 from the groove 13 of the back cover. Then insert the front end of the glass thermometer 9 into the silicone shock-absorbing ring, so that the mercury part extends into the silicone shock-absorbing ring. Finally, close the back cover 14.

[0040] The silicone shock-absorbing ring 1 has excellent elasticity and cushioning performance. When the glass thermometer 9 is accidentally impacted, the silicone shock-absorbing ring 1 can quickly absorb and disperse the energy generated by the impact, effectively reducing the damage to the thermometer, extending its service life, and ensuring user safety. In terms of functionality, this smart protective case has several practical functions. One of them, a transparent magnifying lens cover 12 fixed to one side of the semi-circular shell 4, can magnify the temperature reading on the glass thermometer 9.

[0041] The bottom of housing 3 houses a controller (not shown), LED beads (not shown), a honeycomb module (not shown), and a battery (not shown). A charging port on the side of housing 3 is electrically connected to the battery for convenient charging. A switch 24 is installed at the lower end of the semi-circular housing 4 on one side, where a transparent magnifying glass cover 12 is fixed. A hazard light 25 is installed around the switch 24. The controller is electrically connected to the switch 24, LED beads, battery, hazard light 25, and honeycomb module. When the user turns on switch 24, the LED lights up, providing sufficient light for viewing the thermometer reading. The smart protective case's countdown reminder control system includes setting the countdown time using the controller (usually set to 6 minutes). Pressing switch 24 twice at intervals starts the countdown, and at the same time, the hazard lights 25 begin to flash intermittently. When the countdown ends, the hazard lights 25 continue to flash, the LED lights also begin to flash intermittently, and the cellular sensor emits a sound to remind the user that the measurement time is up. This reminder design is beneficial for the elderly or disabled people (deaf and mute), and also avoids the need for users to constantly check their mobile phones or watches to determine the measurement time, making the measurement process simpler and more efficient. After use, pressing the switch twice at intervals will turn off the LED lights and hazard lights 25 in sequence.

[0042] For the detachable connection structure between the back cover 14 and the back cover groove 13, the tail end of the back cover 14 is provided with a plug 15, and the tail end of the back cover groove 13 is provided with a corresponding slot 16 that matches the plug 15. When the back cover 14 needs to be installed on the back cover groove 13, the plug 15 at the tail end of the back cover 14 is aligned with the slot 16 at the tail end of the back cover groove 13 and gently inserted. At this time, the plug 15 and the slot 16 fit tightly, playing a role in initial positioning and fixation. At the same time, the middle positions of both ends of the back cover groove 13 are provided with insertion holes 22, and the back cover 14 is provided with corresponding insertion rods 23. After the plug 15 is inserted into the slot 16, when its front end is downward, the insertion rod 23 is also aligned with the insertion hole 22 and inserted, further enhancing the stability of the connection between the back cover 14 and the back cover groove 13. In addition, the front end of the back cover 14 is integrally formed with an arc-shaped handle 17, and both ends of the arc-shaped handle 17 are provided with pressure blocks 18. The front end of the back cover groove 13 is provided with a groove 19, both ends of the groove 19 are provided with pressure grooves 20, and the front end of the groove 19 is provided with a beveled groove 21. When the back cover 14 is installed in place, the arc-shaped handle 17 is embedded in the groove 19, and the pressure blocks 18 are embedded in the pressure grooves 19. When it is necessary to remove the back cover 14, pull the arc-shaped handle 17 backward by hand. The pressure block 18 will come out of the pressure groove 20, the insertion rod 23 will be pulled out of the insertion hole 22, and the insertion block 15 will be pulled out of the slot 16. The back cover 14 can then be removed from the back cover groove 13. The design of the sloping groove 21 makes it easy to pull the arc-shaped handle 17 by hand.

[0043] After measuring body temperature, users can swing the hand strap 27 to use centrifugal force to quickly return the liquid metal inside the glass to its original position for easy use next time.

[0044] It should be noted that this protective case is not only suitable for mercury thermometers, but also for mercury-free thermometers, making it widely applicable.

[0045] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of the invention. Various changes and modifications can be made to the invention without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the present invention as claimed. The scope of protection of this invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A smart protective cover for a glass thermometer, characterized in that, The shell body and the silicone shock absorber ring are described. The shell body is elliptical cone-shaped and includes a shell cover and a shell. The shell is composed of two semi-circular shells that are detachably connected together by bolts. The front ends of the two semi-circular shells are integrally formed with semi-circular openings. When the two semi-circular openings are connected together, an opening is formed. The back of the two semi-circular openings are provided with slots. The upper and lower end faces of the inner side of the shell cover are provided with locking blocks. The locking blocks are adapted to the locking slots. The silicone shock absorber ring is movably locked into the opening.

2. The intelligent protective cover for a glass thermometer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The silicone shock-absorbing rings are available in three sizes, which are compatible with three sizes of glass thermometers.

3. The vitreous thermometer intelligent protective sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, The opening has an arc-shaped notch, and the arc-shaped notch has an arc-shaped cross section.

4. The glass body thermometer intelligent protective sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, A transparent magnifying glass cover is fixed to the top of one of the semi-circular shells.

5. The vitreous thermometer intelligent protective sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, On the other side of the semi-circular shell, there is a back cover groove, and a back cover is detachably connected to the back cover groove. The tail end of the back cover is provided with an insertion block, and the tail end of the back cover groove is provided with a slot that matches the insertion block. The front end of the back cover is integrally formed with an arc-shaped handle, and the two ends of the arc-shaped handle are provided with pressure blocks. The front end of the back cover groove is provided with a groove, and the two ends of the groove are provided with pressure grooves. The front end of the groove is provided with a beveled groove.

6. The vitreous thermometer intelligent protective sleeve according to claim 5, characterized in that, The back cover groove is provided with insertion holes at the middle of both ends, and the back cover is provided with insertion rods that are adapted to the insertion holes.

7. The vitreous thermometer intelligent protective sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the housing is equipped with a controller, LED beads, honeycomb unit and battery. A charging port is installed on the side of the housing and is electrically connected to the battery. A switch is installed at the lower end of the semi-circular housing on one side, which is fixed with a transparent magnifying glass cover. A hazard light is installed around the switch. The controller is electrically connected to the switch, LED beads, battery, hazard light and honeycomb unit.

8. The intelligent protective cover for a glass thermometer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the housing has a hanging hole, which can be used to install a hand rope.

9. A smart protective cover for a glass thermometer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper and lower ends of the outer shell are also provided with anti-slip grooves.

10. A smart protective cover for a glass thermometer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The countdown reminder control system of this smart protective case includes setting the countdown time using the controller, pressing the switch twice at intervals to start the countdown, and at the same time, the hazard lights begin to flash intermittently. When the countdown ends, the hazard lights continue to flash, and the LED lights also begin to flash intermittently. The cell emits a sound to remind that the measurement time has been reached. After use, pressing the switch twice at intervals will turn off the LED lights and hazard lights in sequence.

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