Multifunctional intelligent blind guiding stick

Abstract

The utility model discloses a multifunctional intelligent blind guiding stick, relates to the technical field of blind guiding sticks, and aims to solve the problems that an existing blind guiding stick does not have voice prompt and fall alarm functions and cannot help blind people to distinguish directions. Comprising a handle and a stick rod, the handle is connected with the stick rod, and a battery, a control module and an earphone cabin are arranged in the handle; by means of modules in the control module in the design scheme, when the distance between the Bluetooth headset and the blind guiding stick exceeds five meters, the single chip microcomputer detects changes, the buzzer and the LED lamp are controlled to be started together, acousto-optic reminding is achieved, a user is helped to retrieve objects, the light sensor is connected with the light source through the single chip microcomputer, and when the external light is lower than certain brightness, the user can be reminded to get back the objects. And the brightness of the lamp source is gradually increased, so that surrounding people can observe the existence of the blind.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of guide cane technology, and in particular to a multifunctional intelligent guide cane. Background Technology

[0002] According to data from the seventh national census, my country's population has exceeded 1.4 billion, and in such a large country, the number of blind people exceeds 17.3 million.

[0003] Blind people face significant inconveniences in their daily lives. While society provides special care and implements measures such as tactile paving, the effectiveness is limited. There is a substantial gap in infrastructure development between urban and rural areas, with some regions even lacking tactile paving altogether. Furthermore, ordinary guide canes lack voice prompts and fall warnings, and cannot help blind people orient themselves, making it difficult for them to assess unfamiliar road conditions. This also prevents relatives from accurately locating them or understanding whether they have fallen and encountered an emergency.

[0004] Therefore, this application provides a multifunctional smart guide cane to meet the needs. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this application is to provide a multifunctional smart guide cane, which aims to solve the problems of existing guide canes not having voice prompts and fall alarm functions, and not being able to help blind people identify directions, resulting in blind people being unable to judge unknown road conditions, and relatives being unable to accurately locate them or know whether they have fallen and encountered an emergency.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following technical solution: a multifunctional smart guide cane, including a handle and a cane shaft, wherein the handle and the cane shaft are connected, and further comprising:

[0007] The handle has a battery compartment for storing batteries;

[0008] The control module has a chamber on the handle for housing the control module. The control module also includes a Bluetooth anti-loss module, a light sensor, and a fall detection alarm module. These modules are connected to the battery via a microcontroller. A separate button for controlling the fall detection alarm module is located on the back of the handle. The control module is started and stopped via a switch on the side wall of the handle. A positioning module connected to the microcontroller is also located within the chamber, and the microcontroller includes a voice broadcast module. The fall detection alarm module senses the vertical position via the microcontroller. When the tilt sensor detects that the device is lying flat, a buzzer sounds an alarm. If the device has been lying flat for a certain period of time, an alarm will also sound.

[0009] The earphone case has a slot on the handle, in which the earphone case is placed and connected to the battery.

[0010] A light sensor is provided; a light hole for placing the light sensor is located on the front of the handle.

[0011] The connector connects the handle to the cane. An ultrasonic ranging module is located on the connector. The module emits ultrasonic waves forward, and a timer starts simultaneously with the emission. The waves return upon encountering an obstacle. The distance is calculated, and if the distance is less than a specified distance (X), a buzzer sounds an alarm, thus achieving distance measurement and obstacle avoidance warning.

[0012] An LED light is located above the light aperture; a buzzer is connected in series with the LED light; and a volume button is located on the front of the handle to control the volume of the buzzer.

[0013] The tip of the cane is threaded at the bottom of the shaft;

[0014] A camera is mounted on the handle; the camera, in conjunction with an ultrasonic ranging module, calculates the distance to an object.

[0015] The aforementioned camera is electrically connected to the LED light, ultrasonic ranging module, battery, and control module.

[0016] Preferably, the cane includes a first cane, a second cane, and a third cane, with the third cane slidably connected inside the second cane and the second cane slidably connected inside the first cane; the top and bottom ends of the second cane are threadedly connected to the first and third canes, respectively.

[0017] The cane is equipped with a lighting module.

[0018] Preferably, the bottom of the third staff is threaded with a staff tip.

[0019] Preferably, the lighting module includes a first sliding contact piece, a light source, and a second sliding contact piece;

[0020] The bottom of the first rod is provided with a first sliding groove, and the inner wall of the bottom of the first sliding groove is provided with two sets of symmetrical first mounting grooves; the first mounting groove is connected to the outside through a first through hole, and the inner top surface of the first through hole is provided with a first wiring hole connected to the top surface, and the inner wall of the first wiring hole is provided with a first light source hole connected to the outside, a light source is installed in the first light source hole, and a first sliding contact piece is installed in the first mounting groove. The first sliding contact piece is connected to the battery through a wire passing through the first wiring hole, and the wire is connected to the light source; a first sealing block is provided at the first through hole;

[0021] The bottom of the second staff is provided with a second sliding groove, and the third staff is slidably connected in the second sliding groove; the top outer wall of the second staff is provided with a second mounting groove, and the bottom outer wall of the second staff is provided with a groove. The groove and the second mounting groove are connected through a second wiring hole, and the second wiring hole is provided with a second light source hole that connects to the outside. A light source is provided in the second light source hole, and the light source is connected to the second sliding contact piece through a wire. The second sliding contact piece is slidably connected to the first sliding contact piece, and a second sealing block is provided in the groove.

[0022] Preferably, the handle is provided with anti-slip strips.

[0023] In summary, the technical effects and advantages of this utility model are as follows:

[0024] This invention utilizes a control module within its design to detect changes when the distance between the Bluetooth headset and the guide cane exceeds five meters. The microcontroller then activates a buzzer and LED light to provide an audible and visual alert, helping the user retrieve their belongings. The microcontroller connects a light sensor to the light source, gradually increasing its brightness when ambient light levels fall below a certain threshold, allowing those nearby to observe the blind person's presence. Furthermore, the fall detection module automatically triggers an alarm if the guide cane remains at an angle for an extended period. A button on the handle activates the GSM module within the fall detection module, sending a text message to family and friends to notify them. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the handle of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the handle back structure of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the first cane structure of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 6 This is an enlarged structural diagram of point A in this utility model;

[0032] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the second staff structure of this utility model;

[0033] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure at point B of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure at point C of this utility model;

[0035] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the third staff structure of this utility model.

[0036] In the diagram: 1. Anti-slip strip; 2. Volume button; 3. LED light; 4. Switch; 5. Light sensor; 6. Connector; 7. First cane handle; 8. Second cane handle; 9. Third cane handle; 10. Cane tip; 11. Control module; 12. Battery; 13. Camera; 14. Earphone compartment;

[0037] 72. First mounting slot; 73. First through hole; 74. First wiring hole; 75. First lamp source hole; 76. First sliding contact piece; 77. First sealing block;

[0038] 81. Second mounting groove; 82. Second sliding contact piece; 83. Second wiring hole; 84. Second lamp source hole; 85. Groove; 86. Second sealing block. Detailed Implementation

[0039] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0040] Example: Reference Figure 1-10 The multifunctional smart guide cane shown includes a handle and a cane shaft. The handle is connected to the cane shaft via a connector 6, and the connector 6 has a hole in which an ultrasonic ranging module is installed. The handle also has a battery compartment for housing a battery 12, and next to the battery compartment is a chamber for housing a control module 11. The control module 11 includes a Bluetooth anti-loss module, a light sensor 5, and a fall detection alarm module, and is also connected to the ultrasonic ranging module. A microcontroller controls the various modules on the guide cane. The battery 12 powers all the electrical components on the smart guide cane. A button on the back of the handle activates the fall detection alarm module. Activating the button causes the GSM module in the fall detection alarm module to send a message to inform family and friends of the fall, and with the help of the positioning module, family and friends are informed of the fall location.

[0041] The front of the handle has an earphone case 14 that can hold Bluetooth headphones, and the earphone case 14 is connected to the battery 12, thereby achieving the purpose of powering the earphone case 14 and the Bluetooth headphones.

[0042] A start / stop control module 11 switch 4 is provided on the side wall of the handle. Through the Bluetooth anti-loss module in the control module 11, the microcontroller sends a command to the Bluetooth anti-loss module and waits for the Bluetooth device to connect to it.

[0043] The camera 13 mounted on the handle, together with the Bluetooth anti-loss module and Bluetooth headset, alerts the blind person to objects appearing in front of them while walking, thanks to the signal transmission from the microcontroller.

[0044] The anti-slip strip 1 on the handle increases the friction between the handle and the hand, reducing the possibility of slipping out of the hand.

[0045] When using a guide cane, the fall detection alarm module can also work with a tilt sensor to detect the position of the guide cane. If it is upright, it can be used normally. When the tilt angle of the guide cane (to the ground) is less than 60 degrees or parallel to the bottom surface, it will work with a buzzer and LED light 3 to flash the light and sound an alarm (it will only be activated after 20 seconds in this state).

[0046] The ultrasonic ranging module, controlled by a microcontroller, detects objects in front of it during operation. If the distance is less than X distance, it will sound an alarm in conjunction with a buzzer and Bluetooth headset, thus achieving distance measurement and obstacle avoidance warning.

[0047] The tip 10, which is threaded at the bottom of the cane, can be quickly replaced.

[0048] In order to make it easier for people around to see the blind person when he / she is out, a light source is installed on the cane. The light source is connected to the battery 12 and the control module 11 through wires, so that in conjunction with the light sensor 5 and the buzzer, the light source will increase the brightness or flash to different degrees when the above situation occurs.

[0049] The first walking stick 7 has a first groove at its bottom and a threaded section at the bottom of the first groove. The second walking stick 8 is slidably connected in the first groove, and the top of the second walking stick 8 is slidably connected to the first walking stick 7. Below the threaded section (the first groove has a first mounting groove 71), a conductive first sliding contact piece 75 is installed in the first mounting groove 71. The first mounting groove 71 has a first through hole 72 that communicates with the outside. The inner wall of the first through hole 72 has a first wiring hole 73 that communicates with the top. Through the structural design of the first through hole 72, after the wire passes through the first wiring hole 73, it is convenient for the wire end to be connected to the first sliding contact piece 75. The inner wall of the first wiring hole 73 has a first light source hole 74 that communicates with the outside. The light source in the first light source hole 74 is connected to the wire, so that the light source can be used normally under the power supply of the battery 12.

[0050] The bottom of the second rod 8 is provided with a second sliding groove, and a third rod 9 is slidably connected in the second sliding groove. The top of the third rod 9 is threadedly connected to the bottom of the second rod 8. A second mounting groove 81 is provided on the outer wall of the second rod 8, and a groove 85 is provided on the bottom outer wall of the second rod 8. The groove 85 and the second mounting groove 81 are connected through a second wiring hole 83. A second light source hole 84 is provided on the inner wall of the second wiring hole 83, which is connected to the outside. A light source is also provided in the second light source hole 84, and the light source is connected to the second sliding contact piece 82 through an electric wire. Through the structural design of the second rod 8, when the second rod 8 and the first rod 7 are threadedly connected, the second sliding contact piece 82 and the first sliding contact piece 75 are in contact, thereby achieving the purpose of series connection.

[0051] In order to protect the groove 85 and the first perforation 72, a second sealing block 86 and a first sealing block 76 are respectively inserted into the groove 85 and the first perforation 72.

[0052] The bottom of the third staff 9 is threaded with a staff tip 10, which facilitates the replacement of the staff tip 10.

[0053] Volume button 2 on the outer wall of the handle controls the volume of the buzzer.

[0054] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: By opening the earphone compartment 14, the Bluetooth earphone is taken out and worn on the blind person's ear. Then, the cane is pulled out, and the second cane 8 and the third cane 9 are rotated in sequence to complete the unfolding preparation of the cane. During this process, the first sliding contact piece 75 on the first cane 7 and the second sliding contact piece 82 on the second cane 8 come into contact, realizing the series connection between the two sets of wires. Then, under the power supply of the battery 12, the light sources in the first light source hole 74 and the second light source hole 84 are in a standby state. When the ambient light intensity drops to a threshold (the threshold is less than 500, and the LED light 3 lights up 3 times), under the action of the light sensor 5, in conjunction with the microcontroller in the control module 11, instructions are transmitted to increase the brightness of the light source so that people around can know the location of the blind person.

[0055] The ultrasonic ranging module on connector 6 can detect obstacles in front of a blind person while they are walking, and can remind the blind person in conjunction with a buzzer and Bluetooth headset; at the same time, camera 13 can provide auxiliary prompts in conjunction with the above components during the day.

[0056] Furthermore, the volume button 2 on the front of the handle can adjust the volume of the buzzer according to the noise level of the surrounding environment; the switch 4 on the side wall of the handle controls the start and stop of the module 11; and the anti-slip strip 1 on the handle increases the friction between the handle and the hand.

[0057] By controlling the fall detection alarm module in module 11, an alarm will be triggered if the guide cane is lying flat for more than 20 seconds. The GSM module can also be activated by the button on the back of the handle to send a text message, and then the mobile phone will send messages to relatives and friends.

[0058] When the Bluetooth headset and the Bluetooth module on the guide cane are more than 5 meters apart, the microcontroller detects the change and controls PC15 to sound a buzzer and illuminate the indicator light connected to the buzzer. This audio-visual alert helps the user find the item. When the user finds and approaches the lost Bluetooth headset, the lost Bluetooth module will reconnect to another Bluetooth module on the guide cane. Once the microcontroller detects the restored connection, it stops the buzzer and turns off LED indicator 3. When the user is not using this function, the microcontroller puts the Bluetooth module into sleep mode to reduce power consumption and extend overall battery life.

[0059] The electromechanical connections involved in this utility model are common practices used by those skilled in the art, and technical inspiration can be obtained through a limited number of experiments; they are common knowledge.

[0060] Components not described in detail in this article are existing technologies.

[0061] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A multifunctional intelligent guide cane, comprising a handle and a cane shaft, wherein the handle and the cane shaft are connected, characterized in that, Also includes: Battery (12), a battery compartment for holding battery (12) is provided on the handle; The control module (11) has a chamber on the handle for placing the control module (11); the control module (11) also includes a Bluetooth anti-loss module, a light sensor (5), and a fall detection alarm module; the Bluetooth anti-loss module, the light sensor (5), and the fall detection alarm module are connected to the battery (12) via a microcontroller; the handle has a button for separately controlling the fall detection alarm module, and the button is located on the back of the handle; the control module (11) is controlled to start and stop via a switch (4) located on the side wall of the handle; and a positioning module connected to the microcontroller is also provided in the chamber, and a voice broadcast module is provided on the microcontroller; The earphone compartment (14) has a slot on the handle, and the earphone compartment (14) is placed in the slot. The earphone compartment (14) is connected to the battery (12). A light sensor (5) is provided on the front of the handle, with a light hole for placing the light sensor (5); Connector (6), the handle is connected to the cane through connector (6), and an ultrasonic ranging module is provided on connector (6); LED light (3), an LED light (3) is provided above the light hole; a buzzer is provided next to the LED light (3) and connected in series with it; a volume button (2) for controlling the volume of the buzzer is provided on the front of the handle. The bottom of the staff is threaded with a staff tip (10); Camera (13), said camera (13) is mounted on the handle; The camera (13), LED light (3), ultrasonic ranging module, battery (12), and control module (11) are electrically connected.

2. The multifunctional intelligent guide cane according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cane includes a first cane (7), a second cane (8), and a third cane (9). The third cane (9) is slidably connected inside the second cane (8), and the second cane (8) is slidably connected inside the first cane (7). The top and bottom ends of the second cane (8) are threadedly connected to the first cane (7) and the third cane (9), respectively. The cane is equipped with a light module.

3. The multifunctional intelligent guide cane according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom of the third staff (9) is threadedly connected to the staff tip (10).

4. A multifunctional intelligent guide cane according to claim 2, characterized in that: The lighting module includes a first sliding contact piece (75), a light source, and a second sliding contact piece (82). The bottom of the first rod (7) is provided with a first sliding groove, and the inner wall of the bottom of the first sliding groove is provided with two sets of symmetrical first mounting grooves (71); the first mounting groove (71) is connected to the outside through a first through hole (72), and the inner top surface of the first through hole (72) is provided with a first wiring hole (73) connecting to the top surface, and the inner wall of the first wiring hole (73) is provided with a first light source hole (74) connecting to the outside, and a light source is installed in the first light source hole (74), and the first sliding contact piece (75) is installed in the first mounting groove (71), and the first sliding contact piece (75) is connected to the battery (12) through a wire passing through the first wiring hole (73), and the wire is connected to the light source; a first sealing block (76) is provided at the first through hole (72). The second staff (8) has a second groove at its bottom, and the third staff (9) is slidably connected in the second groove; the second staff (8) has a second mounting groove (81) on its top outer wall, and a groove (85) on its bottom outer wall. The groove (85) and the second mounting groove (81) are connected by a second wiring hole (83). The second wiring hole (83) has a second light source hole (84) that connects to the outside. The second light source hole (84) has a light source. The light source is connected to the second sliding contact piece (82) through a wire. The second sliding contact piece (82) is slidably connected to the first sliding contact piece (75). The groove (85) has a second sealing block (86).

5. A multifunctional intelligent guide cane according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle is provided with an anti-slip strip (1).

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