Medicine taking reminding device for health management
By introducing multiple pill storage tanks and linear guide channels into the medication reminder device, combined with a rotary drive mechanism, display screen, and warning light, the problem that existing devices cannot manage multiple medications is solved, efficient and accurate medication management is achieved, and user experience and treatment effects are improved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422322138.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-24
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-16
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-09-24
AI Technical Summary
Existing medication reminder devices cannot effectively manage multiple medications, easily lead to drug confusion, and have inconvenient interactive designs, which affect the accuracy and timeliness of medication taking, and are especially unfriendly to the elderly and those with memory loss.
A health management medication reminder device was designed, which uses multiple independent tablet storage tanks and linear guide channels, combined with a rotary drive mechanism and a medicine delivery auger. It realizes personalized medication management through a medicine display screen and warning light, ensuring the accuracy of medicine classification and reminders.
It improves the safety and convenience of medication, reduces drug confusion, enhances the punctuality of medication and user compliance, and is particularly suitable for users who need to manage multiple medications long-term.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of medication reminder devices, and in particular to a health management medication reminder device. Background Art
[0002] Medication reminders play a crucial role in modern healthcare and daily health management. With an aging population and a growing number of people with chronic diseases, taking medication on a regular basis has become a part of daily life for many people. Proper medication management is crucial to ensuring treatment effectiveness and avoiding medication-related complications.
[0003] However, existing medication reminder devices often suffer from several key shortcomings. First, most traditional devices offer only basic scheduling functions, failing to meet the complex needs of users who take multiple medications. These devices often lack the ability to categorize and manage different medications and provide individual reminders, making it easy for users to confuse medications, especially those with poor eyesight or memory loss.
[0004] Furthermore, the interactive design of most existing devices doesn't consider user convenience. For example, loading and replacing medications is often not simple, making it inconvenient for users in daily use. These design deficiencies can lead to a decrease in user reliance on the device, which in turn affects the accuracy and timeliness of medication administration.
[0005] Therefore, this invention proposes a health management medication reminder device to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0006] In order to overcome the defects of the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a health management medication reminder device.
[0007] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the technical solution of the present invention is implemented as follows: a health management medication reminder device, comprising an outer box body, wherein 5 longitudinally distributed linear guide channels are evenly arranged inside the outer box body, and a medicine delivery auger is installed inside each of the linear guide channels. The tail end of the outer box body is equipped with 5 rotating drive mechanisms that respectively drive the 5 medicine delivery augers to rotate, and the front end of each linear guide channel leads to the outside of the front end of the outer box body. Five tablet storage cans are installed at the top of the outer box body near the tail end, and each of the tablet storage cans is connected to the inside of one end of the inner side of the linear guide channel at that position.
[0008] Preferably, a conical lower hopper is provided at the bottom of the tablet storage tank, the bottom end of the conical lower hopper leads to the interior of the linear guide channel at that position, and a top cover is screwed onto the top end of the tablet storage tank.
[0009] Preferably, the rotation drive mechanism specifically includes the following structure:
[0010] A drive shaft connected to one end of the rear side of the medicine delivery auger at the position;
[0011] A transmission gear connected to the other end of the drive shaft;
[0012] a drive gear meshing with the top edge of the transmission gear;
[0013] The output end is connected to the reduction motor at the center of the driving gear.
[0014] Preferably, the transmission ratio between the driving gear and the transmission gear is set to 2:1.
[0015] Preferably, five medicine display screens are installed on the top surface of the outer box body from left to right, and the five medicine display screens respectively display the names of the tablets stored in the five tablet storage cans.
[0016] Preferably, five warning lights are installed on the top surface of the outer box body from left to right.
[0017] Preferably, five tablet exporting plates are provided at the front end of the outer box body, and the five tablet exporting plates are specifically distributed at the front ends of the five linear guide channels.
[0018] Preferably, an outer protective cover covering the outer sides of the five rotating drive mechanisms is installed at the rear end of the outer box body.
[0019] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:
[0020] This ingeniously designed health management medication reminder device, through sophisticated mechanical and electronic control, provides an efficient and accurate medication management solution. Its greatest strength lies in its multiple independent tablet storage jars and linear delivery channels, allowing users to store different medications by category and set independent reminder and delivery mechanisms for each medication.
[0021] First, each tablet storage jar is independently configured to help avoid confusion between medications and ensure medication safety. In addition, the tablet name is displayed on the medication display, allowing users to intuitively confirm that the correct tablet is stored in each jar, thereby reducing errors.
[0022] Secondly, the use of a rotary drive mechanism and a tablet delivery auger significantly improves the efficiency and accuracy of tablet delivery. The tablets are transported from the storage tank to the delivery tray via a precisely controlled mechanism, virtually eliminating errors caused by manual operation and protecting the tablets from damage.
[0023] Furthermore, the combined use of warning lights and medication displays not only increases user convenience but also improves medication punctuality. The warning light reminder function is particularly important for elderly users or those with poor memory, ensuring they don't miss medication.
[0024] In summary, this medication reminder device not only provides an effective way to manage multiple medications, but also significantly improves medication safety and convenience through its highly automated and personalized settings. It is particularly suitable for users who need to manage multiple medications long-term. This innovative health management tool has significant potential value in improving patient compliance and treatment outcomes. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0025] In the attached figure:
[0026] Figure 1 It is a structural diagram of the utility model;
[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the half-cut structure of the utility model;
[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a half-cut structure of a tablet storage tank of the present invention;
[0029] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the tablet storage tank, the medicine feeding auger and the rotary drive mechanism of the utility model;
[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic structural diagram of the rotary drive mechanism of the present utility model;
[0031] Description of reference numerals:
[0032] 1. Outer box; 2. Tablet storage tank; 3. Linear guide channel; 4. Tablet feeding auger; 5. Rotary drive mechanism; 6. Tablet guide tray; 7. Tablet display screen; 8. Warning light; 9. Outer protective cover;
[0033] 21. Conical lower hopper; 22. Top cover;
[0034] 51. Reducer motor; 52. Drive gear; 53. Transmission gear; 54. Drive shaft. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0035] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It is apparent that the embodiments described are only a portion of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of them. The embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application may be combined with each other unless there is a conflict. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the utility model without creative effort are also within the scope of protection of the utility model.
[0036] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the utility model involve directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indications are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement status, etc. between the various components under a certain specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings). If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly.
[0037] In addition, "multiple" means more than two. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments may be combined with each other, but this must be based on the premise that they can be implemented by a person of ordinary skill in the art. If the combination of technical solutions is mutually inconsistent or cannot be implemented, it shall be deemed that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by the utility model.
[0038] Please refer to the instruction manual Figure 1-Figure 5 , the utility model provides a health management medication reminder device:
[0039] The outer box 1 is the main structure of the device, made of a durable material such as plastic or metal. The outer box 1 is designed with five longitudinally distributed linear guide channels 3 inside to guide tablets from the tablet storage tank 2 to the tablet output tray 6.
[0040] Linear guide channel 3: Each channel is equipped with a medicine feeding auger 4 for conveying tablets from the tablet storage tank 2 to the tablet output tray 6. The medicine feeding auger 4 is driven by a rotary drive mechanism 5 to ensure stable and accurate delivery of tablets.
[0041] Rotary Drive Mechanism 5: Each linear guide channel 3 is equipped with a corresponding rotary drive mechanism 5, which is used to drive the tablet delivery auger 4. The rotary drive mechanism 5 includes a drive shaft 54, a transmission gear 53, a drive gear 52, and a reduction motor 51. The drive shaft 54 is connected to one end of the rear side of the tablet delivery auger 4, the transmission gear 53 is connected to the other end of the drive shaft 54, the drive gear 52 is meshed with the top edge of the transmission gear 53, and the output end of the reduction motor 51 is connected to the center of the drive gear 52. The transmission ratio between the drive gear 52 and the transmission gear 53 is set to 2:1 to achieve efficient and stable tablet delivery.
[0042] Tablet Storage Tanks 2: Five tablet storage tanks 2 are mounted near the rear end of the outer box 1, each corresponding to a linear feed channel 3. A conical hopper 21 is located at the bottom of each tablet storage tank 2, which opens into the corresponding linear feed channel 3, facilitating smooth entry of tablets. A top cap 22 is screwed onto the top of each tablet storage tank 2, facilitating easy addition and replacement of tablets.
[0043] Medicine display screens 7: Five medicine display screens 7 are installed on the top surface of the outer box body 1 from left to right, respectively displaying the names of the tablets stored in the five tablet storage tanks 2, making it easier for users to identify and manage medicines.
[0044] Warning lights 8: Five warning lights 8 are installed on the top surface of the outer box body 1 from left to right to remind the user to take medicine on time. The warning lights 8 correspond to the medicine display screen 7. When it is time to take medicine, the corresponding warning light 8 will light up to remind the user.
[0045] Tablet guide tray 6: Five tablet guide trays 6 are provided at the front end of the outer box body 1, respectively located at the front ends of the five linear guide channels 3. The tablet guide trays 6 are used to receive tablets delivered by the medicine delivery auger 4, making it convenient for users to take them.
[0046] How it works
[0047] The user opens the top cover 22 of the tablet storage tank 2, adds tablets into the tank, and closes the top cover.
[0048] The user confirms the names of the tablets stored in the tablet storage tank 2 through the medicine display screen 7 to ensure that the tablets are consistent with the information on the display screen.
[0049] Users set the medication time using the control panel on the device or through a smart device connected to the device, such as a smartphone.
[0050] The user can set the reminder mode of the warning light 8 as needed, such as a timed reminder or a reminder based on the time interval between medications.
[0051] During non-medication time, the device is in standby mode, waiting for the medication time set by the user.
[0052] When the medication time set by the user arrives, the warning light 8 corresponding to the corresponding tablet storage tank 2 lights up to remind the user to take the medication.
[0053] The user presses the medication button on the device or confirms medication on the smart device, triggering the rotation drive mechanism 5 to start.
[0054] The rotary drive mechanism 5 drives the medicine feeding auger 4 to rotate, and transports the tablets from the tablet storage tank 2 to the tablet output support plate 6 .
[0055] The user takes out the tablets from the tablet delivery tray 6 to complete medication.
[0056] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0057] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above and that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of the present invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as illustrative and non-restrictive, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims, not the foregoing description, and all variations within the meaning and range of equivalents of the claims are intended to be encompassed within the present invention. Any reference sign in a claim should not be construed as limiting the claim to which it relates.
[0058] In addition, it should be understood that although this specification is described in terms of implementation methods, not every implementation method contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative method 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 can also be appropriately combined to form other implementation methods that can be understood by those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A health management medication reminder device, comprising an outer box body (1), characterized in that: The outer box body (1) is evenly provided with 5 longitudinally distributed linear guide channels (3), each of which is equipped with a medicine delivery screw (4), and the tail end of the outer box body (1) is equipped with 5 rotating drive mechanisms (5) for driving the 5 medicine delivery screws (4) to rotate respectively. The front end of each linear guide channel (3) is connected to the outside of the front end of the outer box body (1), and 5 tablet storage tanks (2) are installed at the top of the outer box body (1) near the tail end, and each tablet storage tank (2) is connected to the inside of one end of the inner side of the linear guide channel (3) at that position.
2. A health management medication reminder device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A conical lower hopper (21) is provided at the bottom of the tablet storage tank (2), the bottom end of the conical lower hopper (21) leads to the interior of the linear guide channel (3) at that position, and a top cover (22) is screwed onto the top end of the tablet storage tank (2).
3. A health management medication reminder device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotary drive mechanism (5) specifically comprises the following structure: a drive shaft (54) connected to one end of the rear side of the medicine delivery auger (4) at the position; A transmission gear (53) connected to the other end of the drive shaft (54); a driving gear (52) meshing with the top edge of the transmission gear (53); The output end is connected to the reduction motor (51) at the center of the driving gear (52).
4. A health management medication reminder device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The transmission ratio between the driving gear (52) and the transmission gear (53) is set to 2:
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5. The health management medication reminder device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Five medicine display screens (7) are correspondingly mounted on the top surface of the outer box body (1) from left to right, and the five medicine display screens (7) respectively display the names of the tablets stored in the five tablet storage tanks (2).
6. The health management medication reminder device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Five warning lights (8) are correspondingly installed on the top surface of the outer box body (1) from left to right.
7. The health management medication reminder device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Five tablet exporting support plates (6) are provided at the front end of the outer box body (1), and the five tablet exporting support plates (6) are specifically distributed at the front ends of the five linear guide channels (3).
8. The health management medication reminder device according to claim 1, characterized in that: An outer protective cover (9) is installed at the rear end of the outer box body (1) and covers the outside of the five rotary drive mechanisms (5).