Operating gauze counting barrel with conveying function

Abstract

The operating gauze counting barrel with the conveying function comprises a counting barrel body, a buckling cover is buckled to the upper end of the counting barrel body, a recycling opening is formed in the middle of the upper side face of the buckling cover, and the operating gauze counting barrel further comprises a connecting assembly and a recycling bag. The connecting assembly comprises connecting grooves and L-shaped pressing plates, the connecting grooves are formed in the inner walls of the left side and the right side of the recycling opening correspondingly, the bottom walls of the connecting grooves are slidably connected with the L-shaped pressing plates correspondingly, the two L-shaped pressing plates are symmetrically arranged left and right, driving rods are arranged on the upper side faces of the L-shaped pressing plates correspondingly, and strip-shaped openings are formed in the left end and the right end of the upper side face of the buckling cover correspondingly. The upper ends of the driving rods penetrate through the adjacent strip-shaped openings in the upper side; according to the operating gauze counting barrel with the conveying function, the recycling bag is fixed through the connecting assembly to form a stable conveying channel, the counting assembly is used for achieving real-time counting of the gauze number and overflow early warning, and the standardization of operating gauze recycling is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of surgical gauze recycling technology, specifically a surgical gauze counting bucket with a conveying function. Background Technology

[0002] In the medical field, surgeries generate a large amount of used gauze and other medical waste. The recycling and disposal of this waste not only involves the standardization of medical procedures but also affects the work efficiency of medical staff and the safety of the medical environment. With the increasing volume of surgical procedures, the demand for automated and standardized surgical gauze recycling is growing. Traditional manual recycling methods are no longer sufficient to meet the efficiency and precision requirements of modern medical processes, necessitating specialized equipment that can optimize the recycling process and improve management efficiency.

[0003] Currently, during surgery, medical staff directly dispose of used gauze into the bin after the operation. The lack of a designated channel for gauze disposal makes it prone to splashing or clogging, increasing the workload for medical staff and potentially leading to cross-contamination. Counting is typically done manually, requiring post-operative verification of gauze quantity, which is time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to errors. Furthermore, frequent checks of the recycling bin disrupt the continuity of the surgical procedure, and overfilling can cause spillage when changing waste bags, increasing the complexity of medical waste disposal. Therefore, we propose a surgical gauze counting bin with a conveying function. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the existing defects and provide a surgical gauze counting bucket with a conveying function, which builds a gauze conveying channel for the gauze recycling bucket and counts the amount of gauze recycled, thus effectively solving the problems in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function, comprising a counting bucket, a fastening cover fastened to the upper end of the counting bucket, a recycling port opened in the middle of the upper side of the fastening cover, and also comprising a connecting component and a recycling bag;

[0006] Connection component: It includes a connection groove and an L-shaped pressing plate. The connection groove is respectively opened on the inner walls of the left and right sides of the recycling port. The bottom wall of the connection groove is slidably connected with an L-shaped pressing plate. The two L-shaped pressing plates are symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides. The upper side of the L-shaped pressing plate is provided with a driving rod. The upper side of the fastening cover is provided with a strip opening at both ends. The upper end of the driving rod passes through the adjacent strip opening on the upper side.

[0007] Recycling bag: It is located on the rear side of the counting barrel, and the recycling bag is configured to cooperate with the L-shaped pressing plate;

[0008] It also includes a counting component, which is located on the lower side of the snap-on cover. The counting component is used to fix the recycling bag to form a stable conveying channel and realize real-time statistics of the number of gauze and overflow warning, thereby improving the standardization of surgical gauze recycling.

[0009] Furthermore, a microcontroller is provided on the upper side of the latching cover, and the input terminal of the microcontroller is electrically connected to an external power supply for stable control.

[0010] Furthermore, the connecting assembly also includes locking plates and insertion slots. The locking plates are respectively disposed on opposite outer sides of the two L-shaped pressing plates. Insertion slots are provided on the opposite inner sidewalls of the two connecting slots. The locking plates are inserted into the horizontally adjacent insertion slots to facilitate locking the position of the L-shaped pressing plates.

[0011] Furthermore, the connecting assembly also includes mounting posts, pins, and sliding holes. Sliding holes are provided at both ends of the snap-fit ​​cover, and each sliding hole is connected to an adjacent insertion slot on the lower side. Mounting posts are slidably connected inside each sliding hole, and mounting slots are provided in the middle of each mounting post. Pins are provided on the top wall of each mounting slot. Insertion holes are provided on the upper side of each locking plate, and pins are provided to cooperate with adjacent insertion holes on the lateral side to facilitate locking the position of the L-shaped pressing plate.

[0012] Furthermore, the connecting assembly also includes a spring, with a spring provided between the bottom wall of the sliding hole and the lower side of the adjacent mounting post on the upper side, to facilitate the reset of the mounting post.

[0013] Furthermore, the counting component is an infrared sensor, which is located on the lower side of the snap-on cover. The infrared sensor is bidirectionally electrically connected to the microcontroller for easy counting.

[0014] Furthermore, a display is provided on the upper left side of the snap-fit ​​cover, and the input terminal of the display is electrically connected to the output terminal of the microcontroller to display the statistical quantity.

[0015] Furthermore, an alarm is provided on the upper right side of the latching cover. The input of the alarm is electrically connected to the output of the microcontroller to prompt the user that the recycling threshold has been reached.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function has the following advantages:

[0017] 1. The L-shaped pressing plate, together with the drive rod, can quickly open the lower end of the recycling bag. Combined with the mechanical locking structure of the locking plate, pin and spring, it can stably fix the recycling bag and form a vertical conveying channel. At the same time, it facilitates the quick installation and removal of the recycling bag, improves the convenience and standardization of surgical gauze recycling, reduces blood splatter pollution during surgical gauze recycling, and collects intraoperative gauze pieces in real time and transports them to a designated container.

[0018] 2. The counting component uses an infrared sensor and a microcontroller to work together to accurately count the number of gauze passing through the recycling port in real time and display it intuitively on the monitor, so that medical staff can keep track of the recycling progress at any time. When the amount of gauze recycled reaches the limit, the alarm will automatically flash to warn and remind you to replace the garbage bag in time, avoiding the inconvenience caused by overfilling. This realizes intelligent management and monitoring of the surgical gauze recycling process. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of the snap-fit ​​cover of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the front side of the snap-fit ​​cover of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is an enlarged structural schematic diagram of point A of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the front cross-section of the snap-fit ​​cover of this utility model.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Counting bucket, 2. Connecting assembly, 21. Connecting groove, 22. L-shaped pressing plate, 23. Locking plate, 231. Insertion hole, 24. Insertion groove, 25. Spring, 26. Mounting post, 27. Pin, 28. Sliding hole, 3. Recycling bag, 4. Display, 5. Microcontroller, 6. Infrared sensor, 7. Snap-on cover, 71. Recycling port, 8. Drive rod, 9. Strip opening, 10. Alarm. Detailed Implementation

[0025] 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.

[0026] Please see Figure 1-5 This embodiment provides a technical solution: a surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function, including a counting bucket 1, a fastening cover 7 fastened to the upper end of the counting bucket 1, a microcontroller 5 provided on the upper side of the fastening cover 7, the input end of the microcontroller 5 being electrically connected to an external power supply, a recycling port 71 opened in the middle of the upper side of the fastening cover 7, and also includes a connecting component 2 and a recycling bag 3.

[0027] Connecting component 2 includes connecting grooves 21 and L-shaped pressing plates 22. Connecting grooves 21 are respectively opened on the left and right inner walls of the recovery port 71. L-shaped pressing plates 22 are slidably connected to the bottom walls of both connecting grooves 21. The two L-shaped pressing plates 22 are symmetrically arranged. Each L-shaped pressing plate 22 has a driving rod 8 on its upper side. The upper side of the latching cover 7 has strip-shaped openings 9 at both ends. The upper ends of the driving rods 8 pass through the adjacent upper strip-shaped openings 9. Connecting component 2 also includes locking plates 23 and insertion slots 24. Locking plates 23 are respectively arranged on the opposite outer sides of the two L-shaped pressing plates 22. Insertion slots 24 are opened on the opposite inner walls of the two connecting grooves 21. The locking plates 23 are inserted into the laterally adjacent insertion slots 24. The connecting component 2 also includes mounting posts 26, pins 27, and sliding holes 28. Sliding holes 28 are provided at both ends of the fastening cover 7. The sliding holes 28 are connected to the adjacent insertion slots 24 on the lower side. The mounting posts 26 are slidably connected inside the sliding holes 28 (the fastening cover 7 has through holes at both ends, and the upper end of the mounting posts 26 is slidably connected to the adjacent through holes on the upper side). The middle part of the mounting posts 26 has a mounting groove. The top wall of the mounting groove is provided with pins 27. The upper side of the locking plate 23 has insertion holes 231. The pins 27 are matched with the adjacent insertion holes 231 on the lateral side. The connecting component 2 also includes springs 25. Springs 25 are provided between the bottom wall of the sliding hole 28 and the lower side of the adjacent mounting post 26 on the upper side.

[0028] Recycling bag 3: It is located on the rear side of the counting bin 1. The recycling bag 3 is designed to work in conjunction with the L-shaped pressing plate 22. The recycling bag 3 can be any bag with openings at both the top and bottom. First, unfold the medical waste collection bag and insert it into the counting bin 1 with the opening facing upwards, ensuring that the bag completely covers the space inside the bin. Align the fastening cap 7 with the top of the counting bin 1 and fasten it. At this time, the edge of the fastening cap 7 will press the upper edge of the garbage bag between the fastening cap and the bin opening to prevent the garbage bag from slipping or shifting. Hold the recycling bag 3 and place the left and right sides of its lower opening onto the L-shaped platforms of the two L-shaped pressing plates 22 respectively (ensuring that the L-shaped platforms are completely closed). (Embedded inside the lower end of the recycling bag to form a support), hold the drive rods 8 on the left and right sides respectively, and push the drive rods 8 horizontally to both sides. This causes the L-shaped pressing plate 22 to slide outward along the connecting groove 21. As the L-shaped pressing plate 22 moves, the lower end of the recycling bag is gradually opened. At the same time, the upper side of the L-shaped platform of the L-shaped pressing plate is attached to the top wall of the connecting groove 21. Through the squeezing action, the recycling bag body is clamped and fixed, ensuring that the lower end of the recycling bag remains open. Press down on the upper ends of the two mounting posts 26, causing them to slide downward in the sliding hole 28, compressing the bottom spring 25. At the same time, the pin 27 moves down synchronously until it reaches the middle of the mounting post. The top wall of the mounting groove is flush with the top wall of the connecting groove 21, and the upper side of the pin 27 is flush with the bottom wall of the connecting groove. Continue to push the drive rod 8 until the L-shaped pressing plate 22 drives the locking plate 23 to be fully inserted into the insertion groove 24. At this time, the insertion hole 231 on the locking plate 23 is aligned with the position of the pin 27. Release the mounting post 26. The spring 25 pushes the mounting post upward to reset due to elastic potential energy. The pin 27 is then inserted into the insertion hole 231, forming a mechanical lock and ensuring that the L-shaped pressing plate 22 and the recycling bag 3 are fixed in position. Attach or hang the upper opening of the recycling bag 3 on the wall or bracket near the counting barrel 1 to form a stable... The vertical conveying channel for gauze recycling facilitates the insertion of surgical gauze into the counting bin 1 through the recycling port 71. When the waste bag for recycling gauze is filled to its limit, the user presses down on the mounting post 26, causing the pin 27 to disengage from the insertion hole 231, releasing the locking plate 23 and pulling the drive rod 8 to both sides, causing the L-shaped pressing plate 22 to exit the connecting groove 21. After the lower end of the recycling bag 3 loses support, it closes naturally, and the recycling bag 3 can be removed from the L-shaped pressing plate. The user can then remove the fastening cover 7 and take away the waste bag full of used gauze for disposal, thus establishing a stable conveying system for the recycling bin for used gauze.

[0029] The system includes a counting component, which is located on the lower side of the latching cover 7. The counting component is an infrared sensor 6, which is bidirectionally electrically connected to the microcontroller 5. A display 4 is located on the upper left side of the latching cover 7, with its input electrically connected to the output of the microcontroller 5. An alarm 10 is located on the upper right side of the latching cover 7, with its input electrically connected to the output of the microcontroller 5. Medical staff insert used surgical gauze into the recycling bag 3 through the opening at the top. The gauze slides down the internal channel of the recycling bag 3 to the recycling port 71, and then enters the garbage bag inside the counting bin 1. The recycling bag 3 serves as a temporary transport channel to prevent the gauze from splashing due to inertia when it falls directly, and also to prevent... The gauze is precisely guided into the recycling port 71. When the gauze passes through the recycling port 71, it blocks the infrared beam emitted by the infrared sensor 6 on the lower side of the latching cover 7. After the infrared sensor 6 detects the beam blocking signal, it transmits the data to the microcontroller 5 in real time. The microcontroller 5 accumulates the number of blocking times and displays the real-time value on the display 4 on the latching cover 7, so that medical staff can check the number of recycled gauze at any time. When the infrared sensor 6 detects the beam blocking signal for a long time, it transmits the data to the microcontroller 5 in real time for processing. At this time, the recycled gauze in the counting barrel 1 has reached the recycling limit. Then the microcontroller 5 controls the alarm 10 to start alarming and flashing, so as to facilitate the real-time statistics of the number of recycled used gauze and indicate that the amount of recycled gauze has reached the limit.

[0030] The working principle of the surgical gauze counting bin with conveying function provided by this utility model is as follows: First, unfold the medical waste collection bag and insert it into the counting bin 1 with the opening facing upwards, ensuring that the waste bag completely covers the space inside the bin. Align the fastening cover 7 with the upper end of the counting bin 1 and fasten it. At this time, the edge of the fastening cover 7 will press the upper edge of the waste bag between the fastening cover and the opening of the bin, preventing the waste bag from slipping or shifting. Hold the recycling bag 3 and place the left and right sides of its lower opening onto the L-shaped platforms of the two L-shaped pressing plates 22 respectively (ensuring that the L-shaped platforms are completely embedded in the lower end of the recycling bag to form support). Hold the drive rods 8 on the left and right sides respectively and push the drive rods 8 horizontally to both sides, causing the L-shaped pressing plates 22 to slide outwards along the connecting groove 21. As the L-shaped pressing plate 22 moves, the lower end of the recycling bag is gradually opened. Simultaneously, the upper side of the L-shaped pressing plate adheres to the top wall of the connecting groove 21, clamping and fixing the recycling bag body through compression, ensuring the lower end of the recycling bag remains open. The upper ends of the two mounting posts 26 are pressed down, causing them to slide downwards within the sliding holes 28, compressing the bottom spring 25. Simultaneously, the pin 27 moves downwards until the top wall of the mounting groove in the middle of the mounting post is flush with the top wall of the connecting groove 21, and the upper side of the pin 27 is flush with the bottom wall of the connecting groove. The drive rod 8 is continued to be pushed until the L-shaped pressing plate 22 drives the locking plate 23 to be fully inserted into the insertion groove 24. At this point, the insertion hole 231 on the locking plate 23 aligns with the pin 27. The mounting post 26 is released, and the spring 25, due to its elastic potential energy, pushes the mounting post 26 downwards. The column returns to its original position, and the pin 27 is inserted into the insertion hole 231 to form a mechanical lock, ensuring that the L-shaped pressing plate 22 and the recycling bag 3 are fixed in position. The upper opening of the recycling bag 3 is pasted or hung on the wall or bracket near the counting bin 1 to form a stable vertical conveying channel for gauze recycling, which facilitates the surgical gauze to be put into the counting bin 1 through the recycling port 71. Medical staff put the used surgical gauze into the recycling bag 3 through the upper opening. The gauze slides down the internal channel of the recycling bag 3 to the recycling port 71 and enters the garbage bag inside the counting bin 1. The recycling bag 3 serves as a temporary conveying channel to prevent the gauze from splashing due to inertia when it falls directly, and at the same time guides the gauze to fall accurately into the recycling port 71. When the gauze passes through the recycling port 71, it will block the lower part of the closing cover 7. The infrared sensor 6 on the side emits an infrared beam. After detecting a beam obstruction signal, the infrared sensor 6 transmits the data to the microcontroller 5 in real time. The microcontroller 5 accumulates the number of obstructions and displays the real-time value on the display 4 on the latching cover 7, allowing medical staff to check the amount of gauze that has been recovered at any time. When the infrared sensor 6 detects a beam obstruction signal for an extended period, it transmits the data to the microcontroller 5 in real time for processing. At this point, the amount of gauze recovered inside the counting barrel 1 has reached the recovery limit. Subsequently, the microcontroller 5 controls the alarm 10 to start alarming and flashing. The user presses down on the mounting post 26, causing the pin 27 to disengage from the insertion hole 231, releasing the lock on the locking plate 23. The user then pulls the drive rod 8 to both sides, causing the L-shaped pressing plate 22 to exit the connecting groove 21.After the lower end of the recycling bag 3 loses its support, it closes naturally. The recycling bag 3 can then be removed from the L-shaped pressing plate. The user can then remove the snap cap 7 and take the garbage bag filled with used gauze for disposal.

[0031] It is worth noting that the display 4 and microcontroller 5 disclosed in the above embodiments can be of the STC89C52 model, and the infrared sensor 6 is recommended to be of the E18-D80NK model. This is a diffuse reflection infrared sensor with a detection distance of 0-80cm and high detection accuracy. In this solution, the surgical gauze can reliably block the infrared beam emitted by it when it passes through the recycling port, thereby generating an accurate detection signal. It has strong anti-interference ability and can work stably in the complex electromagnetic environment of the hospital. It is not easily interfered with by other electrical devices, ensuring the accuracy of counting. The recommended model for the alarm 10 is the TCS-1230 sound and light alarm, which has a built-in high-brightness red LED light and a buzzer. When the alarm is triggered, the light flashes synchronously (brightness ≥200cd) and emits a buzzer sound (volume 85-100dB). In the complex environment of the operating room, it can quickly attract the attention of medical staff. The microcontroller 5 controls the operation of the display 4, infrared sensor 6 and alarm 10 using methods commonly used in the prior art.

[0032] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the content of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A surgical gauze counting bin with a conveying function, comprising a counting bin (1), wherein a fastening cover (7) is fastened to the upper end of the counting bin (1), and a recycling port (71) is provided in the middle of the upper side of the fastening cover (7), characterized in that: It also includes a connecting component (2) and a recycling bag (3); Connection component (2): It includes a connection groove (21) and an L-shaped pressing plate (22). The connection groove (21) is opened on the inner walls of the left and right sides of the recycling port (71). The bottom wall of the connection groove (21) is slidably connected with an L-shaped pressing plate (22). The two L-shaped pressing plates (22) are symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides. The upper side of the L-shaped pressing plate (22) is provided with a driving rod (8). The upper side of the fastening cover (7) is provided with a strip opening (9) at both ends. The upper end of the driving rod (8) passes through the adjacent strip opening (9) on the upper side. Recycling bag (3): It is set on the rear side of the counting barrel (1), and the recycling bag (3) is configured in conjunction with the L-shaped pressing plate (22); The present invention includes a counting component, which is disposed on the lower side of the fastening cover (7).

2. The surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper side of the snap-fit ​​cover (7) is provided with a microcontroller (5), and the input terminal of the microcontroller (5) is electrically connected to an external power source.

3. A surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting assembly (2) further includes a locking plate (23) and a plug slot (24). The locking plate (23) is respectively disposed on the opposite outer sides of the two L-shaped pressing plates (22). The two connecting grooves (21) are provided with plug slots (24) on their opposite inner sidewalls. The locking plate (23) is plugged into the horizontally adjacent plug slot (24).

4. A surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting assembly (2) also includes a mounting post (26), a pin (27) and a sliding hole (28). The left and right ends of the fastening cover (7) are provided with sliding holes (28). The sliding holes (28) are connected to the adjacent insertion groove (24) on the lower side. The mounting post (26) is slidably connected inside the sliding hole (28). The middle part of the mounting post (26) is provided with a mounting groove. The top wall of the mounting groove is provided with a pin (27). The upper side of the locking plate (23) is provided with an insertion hole (231). The pin (27) is configured to cooperate with the adjacent insertion hole (231) on the lateral side.

5. A surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function according to claim 4, characterized in that: The connecting assembly (2) also includes a spring (25), and a spring (25) is provided between the bottom wall of the sliding hole (28) and the lower side of the upper adjacent mounting post (26).

6. A surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The counting component is an infrared sensor (6), which is located on the lower side of the snap-on cover (7) and is bidirectionally electrically connected to the microcontroller (5).

7. A surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper left side of the snap-fit ​​cover (7) is provided with a display (4), and the input end of the display (4) is electrically connected to the output end of the microcontroller (5).

8. A surgical gauze counting bucket with conveying function according to claim 2, characterized in that: An alarm (10) is provided on the right side of the upper side of the latching cover (7), and the input end of the alarm (10) is electrically connected to the output end of the microcontroller (5).

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