Metering tool for water drinking test in hollow field
By designing a water measurement tool for the Kubota drinking water test that includes a shell and a quantitative water dispensing mechanism, and by connecting measuring tubes of different specifications to a water storage tank, the precise measurement of water volume in the Kubota drinking water test was achieved. This solved the problems of large errors and cumbersome operation in the existing technology, and improved the accuracy of the test and the patient's cooperation.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520160752.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-23
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-27
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-01-23
AI Technical Summary
The current Kubota water swallowing test lacks specialized measurement tools, leading to large errors in water volume estimation or cumbersome operation, which affects the accuracy of swallowing function assessment and patient cooperation.
Design a water metering tool for the Kuwata drinking water test, which includes a shell and a quantitative water intake mechanism. Different sizes of measuring tubes (first measuring tube, second measuring tube, third measuring tube and fourth measuring tube) are connected to the water storage tank. The quantitative output is controlled by a valve, and precise water intake is achieved by combining a liquid level sensor and a one-way valve.
It enabled precise measurement of water volume in the Kubota drinking water trial, simplified the operation process, reduced patient waiting time, improved the accuracy of the trial and patient cooperation, and avoided bacterial residue.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drinking water testing in Kubota, and more specifically, to a measuring tool for drinking water testing in Kubota. Background Technology
[0002] In clinical practice, the Kubota water swallowing test is a commonly used method for assessing patients suspected of having dysphagia. However, this test currently has many inconveniences.
[0003] On the one hand, there is no dedicated drinking cup for the Kubota water swallowing test. The traditional method involves estimating the water volume visually, but this method has a large margin of error, easily leading to inaccurate test results and affecting clinical assessments of the patient's swallowing function. On the other hand, while using a measuring cup to measure the water and pour it into the drinking cup, or using a syringe to draw water and inject it, can improve the accuracy of the measurement, the process is cumbersome and requires multiple repetitions. This not only significantly increases the workload and time of nurses but may also cause patients to become resistant to the test due to its length, ultimately leading to an inability to accurately assess their swallowing function. Therefore, inventing a measurement tool for the Kubota water swallowing test to improve these problems has become a pressing issue for those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address the above shortcomings, this invention provides a water-measuring tool for the Kubota drinking water test, aiming to improve the accuracy of the test and reduce the workload of nurses.
[0005] This utility model is implemented as follows: a water measurement tool for drinking water testing in Wada, comprising...
[0006] The housing includes a water storage tank and a frame, the frame being installed below the water storage tank, and a water cup being disposed between the bottom of the water storage tank and the frame;
[0007] A quantitative water dispensing mechanism includes a quantitative output component and an inner shell component. The inner shell component is connected and installed directly below the water storage tank. The quantitative output component is installed inside the inner shell component. The inner shell component includes a first measuring tube, a second measuring tube, a third measuring tube, and a fourth measuring tube. The first, second, third, and fourth measuring tubes are respectively connected to the water storage tank. The first, second, third, and fourth measuring tubes are controlled by valves to dispense quantitative water.
[0008] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the water storage tank includes a water tank, a cover plate is provided on the top of the water tank, a limiting edge is fixedly connected to the bottom of the cover plate, the limiting edge abuts against the top of the water tank, a lock seat is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the limiting edge, and a lock tongue is fixedly installed on the top outer wall of the water tank, with the lock tongue and the lock seat being correspondingly provided.
[0009] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a water inlet is provided on one side of the top of the water tank, a sealing cover is installed in the internal thread of the water inlet, a handle is installed on the top of the cover plate to limit rotation, and an insertion-type one-way valve is provided through the inner bottom of the water tank.
[0010] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the frame includes a support frame, which is U-shaped in top view. A connecting frame is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame, and the top of the connecting frame is locked to the bottom of the water tank. A base plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support frame, and support blocks are fixedly connected to the four corners of the bottom of the base plate.
[0011] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the inner shell assembly includes a venting chamber, a sealing connecting plate is fixedly connected to the top of the venting chamber, the outer wall of the sealing connecting plate is sealed to the bottom inner wall of the water tank, and a connecting base plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the venting chamber, the outer wall of the connecting base plate is fixedly connected to the bottom inner wall of the connecting frame.
[0012] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the outer wall of the ventilated chamber and the outer wall of the connecting frame are provided with staggered strip-shaped vent holes.
[0013] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the quantitative output component further includes an upper connecting pipe and a lower connecting pipe. The top of the upper connecting pipe is connected to the water tank, and the bottom of the lower connecting pipe is connected to a water outlet pipe. The water outlet pipe passes through the bottom of the connecting base plate, and the water cup is located directly below the water outlet pipe. The two ends of the first measuring tube, the second measuring tube, the third measuring tube, and the fourth measuring tube are respectively connected to the upper connecting pipe and the lower connecting pipe through valves.
[0014] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the first measuring tube has a diameter of 6mm-7mm and a height of 30mm-40mm, the second measuring tube has a diameter of 9mm-11mm and a height of 35mm-45mm, the third measuring tube has a diameter of 11mm-13mm and a height of 40mm-50mm, and the fourth measuring tube has a diameter of 13mm-15mm and a height of 55mm-65mm.
[0015] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, an exhaust pipe is provided on one side of the first measuring tube, the second measuring tube, the third measuring tube, and the fourth measuring tube, and the exhaust pipe is respectively provided on the top side of the first measuring tube, the second measuring tube, the third measuring tube, and the fourth measuring tube.
[0016] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, an input pipe is connected to the top of the lower connecting pipe, and the input pipe is inserted into the insert-type one-way valve. The input pipe passes through the sealing connecting plate, and liquid level sensors are respectively provided at the top of the first measuring tube, the second measuring tube, the third measuring tube, and the fourth measuring tube.
[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The Kubota drinking water test measuring tool obtained by the above design includes a first, second, third, and fourth measuring tube of different specifications in its shell assembly, which are connected to the water storage tank and the quantitative output is controlled by valves. The dimensions of these measuring tubes are carefully designed, such as the first measuring tube having a diameter of 6mm-7mm and a height of 30mm-40mm, which can accurately measure different water volumes such as 1ml, 3ml, 5ml, and 10ml, meeting the precise requirements for water volume at different stages in the Kubota drinking water test, avoiding errors caused by visual estimation of water volume, and thus providing more reliable data support for clinical judgment. Medical staff only need to control the corresponding valves to collect water sequentially according to the test order, without having to perform multiple measurement and transfer operations as in traditional methods, thus simplifying the test process. Meanwhile, it reduces patient waiting time, improves patient cooperation, and facilitates the smooth progress of the experiment. When changing the drinking water in the water tank, simply open the sealing cover on the top of the water tank to add water. When the water tank needs to be cleaned, remove the water tank to disconnect the insert-type one-way valve from the input pipe (at this time, the water tank must be empty), release the locking tongue and locking seat, and separate the water tank and cover plate to thoroughly clean the inside and avoid bacterial residue. Attached Figure Description
[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.
[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of one side of the structure provided by an embodiment of the present invention;
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another side of the structure provided for an embodiment of the present invention;
[0021] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the internal structure provided for an embodiment of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the quantitative output component structure provided for an embodiment of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the water storage tank structure provided for an embodiment of this utility model.
[0024] In the diagram: 100-Shell; 110-Water cup; 120-Water storage tank; 121-Water reservoir; 122-Cover plate; 123-Limit edge; 124-Handle; 125-Water inlet; 126-Sealing cover; 127-Lock seat; 128-Lock tongue; 129-Insertion-type one-way valve; 130-Frame; 131-Support frame; 132-Connecting frame; 133-Base plate; 134-Support block; 200-Quantitative water dispensing mechanism; 210-Quantitative output component; 211-Upper connecting pipe; 212-Lower connecting pipe; 213-Water outlet pipe; 214-First measuring tube; 215-Second measuring tube; 216-Third measuring tube; 217-Fourth measuring tube; 218-Exhaust pipe; 219-Input pipe; 220-Inner shell assembly; 221-Sealing connection plate; 222-Ventilation chamber; 223-Connecting base plate. Detailed Implementation
[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0026] Please see Figures 1 to 3 This utility model provides a technical solution: a water measurement tool for drinking water testing in Wada, comprising...
[0027] The housing 100 includes a water storage tank 120 and a frame 130. The frame 130 is installed below the water storage tank 120, and a water cup 110 is provided between the lower part of the water storage tank 120 and the frame 130.
[0028] A quantitative water dispensing mechanism 200 includes a quantitative output component 210 and an inner shell component 220. The inner shell component 220 is connected and installed directly below the water storage tank 120. The quantitative output component 210 is installed inside the inner shell component 220. The inner shell component 220 includes a first measuring tube 214, a second measuring tube 215, a third measuring tube 216, and a fourth measuring tube 217. The first measuring tube 214, the second measuring tube 215, the third measuring tube 216, and the fourth measuring tube 217 are respectively connected to the water storage tank 120. The first measuring tube 214, the second measuring tube 215, the third measuring tube 216, and the fourth measuring tube 217 are controlled by valves to dispense quantitatively. The water tank 121 serves as the main space for storing experimental water. Its capacity can be designed according to actual needs to ensure that water does not need to be added frequently during a single experiment or between multiple experiments, thus ensuring the continuity of the experiment.
[0029] Please see Figures 2 to 5 The water storage tank 120 includes a water chamber 121. A cover plate 122 is provided on the top of the water chamber 121. A limiting edge 123 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the cover plate 122, and the limiting edge 123 abuts against the top of the water chamber 121. A lock seat 127 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the limiting edge 123, and a locking tongue 128 is fixedly installed on the top outer wall of the water chamber 121. The locking tongue 128 and the lock seat 127 are correspondingly arranged. The limiting edge 123, in conjunction with the locking tongue 128 and the lock seat 127, seals and locks the water chamber 121, preventing dust and impurities from entering. It also facilitates cleaning the interior of the water chamber 121, thus ensuring the quality of the experimental water and avoiding potential risks to patient health. Multiple sets of locking tongues 128 and lock seats 127 are provided, evenly distributed on the outer walls of the water chamber 121 and the cover plate 122. The water tank 121 has an inlet 125 on one side of its top. The inlet 125 is threaded with a sealing cap 126. The top of the cover plate 122 is fitted with a handle 124 for rotatable positioning. The bottom of the water tank 121 is sealed with an insert-type one-way valve 129. The handle 124 allows the water tank 121 and the cover plate 122 to be lifted for water changing, water filling, etc. Water can be added by opening the sealing cap 126.
[0030] The frame 130 includes a support frame 131, which is U-shaped in top view. A connecting frame 132 is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame 131, and the top of the connecting frame 132 is engaged with the bottom limit of the water tank 121. A base plate 133 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support frame 131, and support blocks 134 are fixedly connected to the four corners of the bottom of the base plate 133. Multiple sets of switches are provided on one side of the base plate 133, and a control system is also provided to control the water output, whether it is discharged sequentially or a specific amount of water is discharged.
[0031] The inner shell assembly 220 includes a venting chamber 222. A sealing connecting plate 221 is fixedly connected to the top of the venting chamber 222. The outer wall of the sealing connecting plate 221 is sealed to the bottom inner wall of the water tank 121. A connecting base plate 223 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the venting chamber 222. The outer wall of the connecting base plate 223 is fixedly connected to the bottom inner wall of the connecting frame 132. The outer walls of the venting chamber 222 and the connecting frame 132 are staggered with strip-shaped vent holes to avoid problems such as poor water flow and inaccurate water level in the measuring tube caused by air pressure imbalance, ensuring accurate and stable water volume each time.
[0032] The quantitative output component 210 also includes an upper connecting pipe 211 and a lower connecting pipe 212. The top of the upper connecting pipe 211 is connected to the water tank 121, and the bottom of the lower connecting pipe 212 is connected to a water outlet pipe 213. The water outlet pipe 213 passes through and connects to the bottom of the base plate 223. The water cup 110 is located directly below the water outlet pipe 213. The two ends of the first measuring tube 214, the second measuring tube 215, the third measuring tube 216 and the fourth measuring tube 217 are respectively connected to the upper connecting pipe 211 and the lower connecting pipe 212 through valves.
[0033] Pumps can be added at the connection points of the first measuring tube 214, the second measuring tube 215, the third measuring tube 216, and the fourth measuring tube 217 with the upper connecting pipe 211 to accelerate the flow of water.
[0034] The first measuring tube 214 has a diameter of 6mm-7mm and a height of 30mm-40mm; the second measuring tube 215 has a diameter of 9mm-11mm and a height of 35mm-45mm; the third measuring tube 216 has a diameter of 11mm-13mm and a height of 40mm-50mm; and the fourth measuring tube 217 has a diameter of 13mm-15mm and a height of 55mm-65mm. The first, second, third, and fourth measuring tubes 214, 215, 216, and 217 are adjusted according to the space between the upper and lower valves so that the water stored in the first, second, third, and fourth measuring tubes 214, 215, 216, and 217 is exactly 1ml, 3ml, 5ml, and 10ml, respectively. At the same time, 30ml of water is also required in the experiment. The fourth measuring tube 217 is controlled to dispense water three times continuously. A button can be set separately as needed.
[0035] A vent pipe 218 is connected to one side of the first measuring tube 214, the second measuring tube 215, the third measuring tube 216, and the fourth measuring tube 217. The vent pipe 218 is connected to the top side of the first measuring tube 214, the second measuring tube 215, the third measuring tube 216, and the fourth measuring tube 217, respectively. When water flows into the measuring tube, the air in the measuring tube needs to be discharged. The vent pipe 218 provides a channel for air discharge, so that water can smoothly fill the measuring tube. At the same time, air needs to enter for discharge. An input pipe 219 is connected to the top of the lower connecting pipe 212. The input pipe 219 is inserted into the insertion-type check valve 129. The input pipe 219 passes through the sealing connection plate 221. The insertion-type check valve 129 is located at the bottom of the water tank 121. When the input pipe 219 is inserted into the insertion-type check valve 129, the input pipe 219 is connected to the water tank 121, and the water inside the water tank 121 supplies the upper connecting pipe 211. When the water tank 121 is lifted, the insertion-type check valve 129... The system can be shut off by disconnecting from the input tube 219. The top of the input tube 219 has multiple evenly spaced through holes. Liquid level sensors are installed at the top of the inner ends of the first measuring tube 214, second measuring tube 215, third measuring tube 216, and fourth measuring tube 217. Medical personnel can follow the steps of the Kubota drinking water test to sequentially open the valves of the corresponding measuring tubes to obtain accurate 1ml, 3ml, 5ml, and 10ml of water. The operation is simple and accurate. The liquid level sensors can monitor the water level in the measuring tubes in real time. When the water level reaches the preset corresponding volume height, the liquid level sensor sends a signal to the control system. The control system automatically closes the corresponding valve based on the signal, achieving precise automatic quantitative water dispensing.
[0036] Working principle: The top of the upper connecting pipe 211 of the quantitative output component 210 is connected to the water tank 121, and the bottom of the lower connecting pipe 212 is connected to the water cup 110 through the water outlet pipe 213. The first measuring tube 214, the second measuring tube 215, the third measuring tube 216, and the fourth measuring tube 217 are connected to the upper connecting pipe 211 and the lower connecting pipe 212 respectively through valves at both ends. When 1ml of water needs to be taken, the valve at the top of the first measuring tube 214 is opened. Since the water level in the water tank 121 is higher than that in the first measuring tube 214, water flows into the first measuring tube 214 under the action of gravity. When the water level in the first measuring tube 214 reaches the set height (the height corresponding to the 1ml capacity determined according to its size), the upper valve is closed. At this time, the 1ml of water in the first measuring tube 214 can flow into the water cup 110 by opening the lower valve of the first measuring tube 214 and the valve between the lower connecting pipe 212 and the water outlet pipe 213. Similarly, for water dispensing operations of 3ml, 5ml, and 10ml, a 30ml dispensing volume can be added by setting a program, allowing the 10ml dispensing volume to be dispensed three times consecutively for testing purposes. This is achieved by controlling the valves at both ends of the second measuring tube 215, the third measuring tube 216, and the fourth measuring tube 217, respectively. An vent pipe 218 connected to one side of each measuring tube has its top end connected to the measuring tube. During water dispensing, when water flows into the measuring tube, air inside the tube can be discharged through the vent pipe 218, ensuring smooth water flow into the measuring tube and improving the speed and accuracy of water dispensing.
[0037] When changing the drinking water in the water tank 120, simply open the sealing cover 126 on the top of the water tank 120 to add water. If it is necessary to clean the water tank 120, remove the water tank 120 to disconnect the insertion one-way valve 129 from the inlet pipe 219 (at this time, the water tank 120 must be empty). Release the locking tongue 128 and the locking seat 127, and separate the water tank 121 and the cover plate 122 to thoroughly clean the inside and avoid bacterial residue.
[0038] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A water measurement tool for drinking water testing in a depression, characterized in that, include The housing includes a water storage tank and a frame, the frame being installed below the water storage tank, and a water cup being disposed between the bottom of the water storage tank and the frame; A quantitative water dispensing mechanism includes a quantitative output component and an inner shell component. The inner shell component is connected and installed directly below the water storage tank. The quantitative output component is installed inside the inner shell component. The inner shell component includes a first measuring tube, a second measuring tube, a third measuring tube, and a fourth measuring tube. The first, second, third, and fourth measuring tubes are respectively connected to the water storage tank. The first, second, third, and fourth measuring tubes are controlled by valves to dispense quantitative water.
2. The water measurement tool for the drinking water test in Kuwata as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The water storage tank includes a water tank, a cover plate is provided on the top of the water tank, a limit edge is fixedly connected to the bottom of the cover plate, the limit edge abuts against the top of the water tank, a lock seat is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the limit edge, and a lock tongue is fixedly installed on the top outer wall of the water tank, with the lock tongue and the lock seat being correspondingly provided.
3. The water measurement tool for the Kuwata drinking water test as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The water tank has an inlet on one side of the top, and a sealing cap is installed inside the inlet with a threaded seal. A handle is installed on the top of the cover plate to limit rotation. An insert-type one-way valve is installed through the bottom of the water tank.
4. The water measurement tool for the Kuwata drinking water test as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The frame includes a support frame, which is U-shaped in top view. A connecting frame is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame, and the top of the connecting frame is locked to the bottom of the water tank. A base plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support frame, and support blocks are fixedly connected to the four bottom corners of the base plate.
5. The water measurement tool for the Kuwata drinking water test as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The inner shell assembly includes a venting chamber, a sealing connecting plate is fixedly connected to the top of the venting chamber, the outer wall of the sealing connecting plate is sealed to the bottom inner wall of the water tank, and a connecting base plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the venting chamber, the outer wall of the connecting base plate is fixedly connected to the bottom inner wall of the connecting frame.
6. The water measurement tool for the Kuwata drinking water test as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The outer wall of the ventilated chamber and the outer wall of the connecting frame are provided with staggered strip-shaped vent holes.
7. The water measurement tool for the Kuwata drinking water test as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The quantitative output component also includes an upper connecting pipe and a lower connecting pipe. The top of the upper connecting pipe is connected to the water tank, and the bottom of the lower connecting pipe is connected to a water outlet pipe. The water outlet pipe passes through the bottom of the connecting base plate, and the water cup is located directly below the water outlet pipe. The two ends of the first measuring tube, the second measuring tube, the third measuring tube, and the fourth measuring tube are respectively connected to the upper connecting pipe and the lower connecting pipe through valves.
8. The water measurement tool for the Kuwata drinking water test as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The first measuring tube has a diameter of 6mm-7mm and a height of 30mm-40mm, the second measuring tube has a diameter of 9mm-11mm and a height of 35mm-45mm, the third measuring tube has a diameter of 11mm-13mm and a height of 40mm-50mm, and the fourth measuring tube has a diameter of 13mm-15mm and a height of 55mm-65mm.
9. The water measurement tool for the Wada drinking water test as described in claim 8, characterized in that: An exhaust pipe is connected to one side of the first, second, third, and fourth measuring tubes, and the exhaust pipe is respectively connected to the top side of the first, second, third, and fourth measuring tubes.
10. The water measurement tool for the Kuwata drinking water test as described in claim 9, characterized in that: An input pipe is connected to the top of the lower connecting pipe. The input pipe is inserted into the insert-type one-way valve and passes through the sealing connection plate. Liquid level sensors are respectively installed at the top of the first measuring tube, the second measuring tube, the third measuring tube, and the fourth measuring tube.