Excrement processing control system and excrement processing device for paralyzed patients
By designing an automated excrement treatment control system, the excrement of paralyzed patients can be automatically crushed, collected, rinsed, and dried, solving the problem of frequent manual intervention under traditional nursing methods and improving nursing efficiency and patients' quality of life.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- XIAMEN MEIXIAO HEALTH TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-09
AI Technical Summary
In traditional nursing care, the excretion management of paralyzed patients requires frequent manual intervention, which increases the difficulty of nursing work and the risk of infection, and also has a negative impact on the patient's psychology and self-esteem.
An excrement treatment and control system was designed, including a sensing module, a controller, a crushing module, a sludge collection module, a flushing module, and a drying module. By automatically sensing excrement signals, the system can automatically crush, collect, flush, and dry excrement, reducing manual intervention.
It has enabled automated waste disposal, reducing the workload of caregivers, protecting patients' privacy and dignity, and improving their quality of life.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of nursing devices, and in particular to an excrement treatment control system and an excrement treatment device for paralyzed patients. Background Technology
[0002] In the field of medical care, the daily care of paralyzed patients, especially excretion management, has always been a complex and sensitive issue. Due to their limited physical functions, paralyzed patients cannot control their excretions, which not only increases the difficulty and frequency of nursing care but also significantly impacts their quality of life and mental health. Traditional nursing methods often require frequent manual intervention, including cleaning excrement, personal hygiene, and changing clothing. These processes are not only time-consuming and labor-intensive but also pose a risk of infection due to improper handling, further exacerbating the patient's suffering and the burden on caregivers.
[0003] More importantly, the frequent nursing procedures and exposure during excrement handling often cause paralyzed patients to feel embarrassed and inferior, severely damaging their self-esteem and sense of privacy. Therefore, our company's development of a technology that can efficiently, safely, and humanely address the excretion problems of paralyzed patients has become a crucial issue that urgently needs to be addressed in the current medical and nursing field. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, the purpose of this invention is to provide an excrement handling control system and an excrement handling device for paralyzed patients. This system automatically senses and processes excrement, and automatically washes and dries the body after excretion, thus solving the problems associated with traditional nursing methods.
[0005] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:
[0006] An excrement treatment control system, comprising:
[0007] The sensing module is used to collect excretion signals;
[0008] The controller, wherein the sensing module is connected to the controller, is used to transmit the excretion signal to the controller;
[0009] A pulverizing module is connected to the controller, which sends a pulverizing signal to the pulverizing module based on the discharge signal, thereby controlling the start and stop of the pulverizing module.
[0010] A waste collection module, which is connected to the crushing module, is used to collect the excrement after it has been crushed by the crushing module;
[0011] A rinsing module, which is connected to the controller, is used to start or stop rinsing the user according to the rinsing signal from the controller.
[0012] A drying module, which is connected to the controller, is used to start or stop drying the user according to the drying signal from the controller.
[0013] The power module is connected to the sensing module, controller, crushing module, rinsing module and drying module. The power module is connected to an external power source and outputs power supplies with different voltage values.
[0014] Furthermore, the sludge collection module includes a sludge collection box connected to the output port of the crushing module; it also includes a negative pressure module connected to the sludge collection box, which is also connected to the controller and the power module respectively. The negative pressure module is used to start or stop evacuating the sludge collection box to form a negative pressure according to the negative pressure signal of the controller.
[0015] Furthermore, the control system also includes a deodorizing and noise-reducing module connected to the exhaust port of the negative pressure module, used to deodorize and reduce noise in the gas discharged from the negative pressure component.
[0016] Furthermore, the sensing module includes a collection head and an amplification component connected to the collection head. The collection head is disposed on the path through which the excrement flows, and the output end of the amplification component is connected to the controller for amplifying the excrement signal collected by the collection head and transmitting it to the controller.
[0017] Furthermore, the pulverizing module includes a pulverizing drive component, a pulverizing adjustment component, and a pulverizing feedback component. The pulverizing drive component is connected to the controller, the pulverizing adjustment component, and the pulverizing motor, respectively. The pulverizing drive component is used to start and drive the pulverizing motor to work according to the pulverizing signal from the controller. The pulverizing adjustment component is connected to the pulverizing drive component, the pulverizing feedback component, and the controller, respectively. The pulverizing adjustment component is used to control the output power of the pulverizing motor according to the adjustment signal from the controller. The pulverizing feedback component is connected to the controller and is used to provide feedback on the power of the pulverizing motor to the controller.
[0018] Furthermore, the flushing module includes a heating component and a flushing component. The heating component includes a heating tube disposed in a water tank, a hot water control component for controlling the heating tube to turn on, and a hot water feedback component connected to the heating tube when the heating tube is working. The hot water control component is used to control the heating tube to work according to the flushing signal from the controller. The flushing component includes a pump connected to the controller and a flushing control component for controlling the pump to turn on.
[0019] Furthermore, the drying module includes a heating control component, a heating indicator component, and a heating feedback component. The heating control component is connected to the controller and the heating fan, and the heating control component starts the heating fan according to the drying signal from the controller. The heating indicator component is connected in parallel between the positive and negative terminals of the heating fan to indicate the working status of the heating fan. The heating feedback component is connected to the heating indicator component and the controller to provide feedback on the power of the heating fan to the controller.
[0020] Furthermore, the negative pressure module includes a negative pressure fan connected to the sludge collection box, a negative pressure control component for controlling the operation of the negative pressure fan, a negative pressure indicator component connected in parallel to the positive and negative terminals of the negative pressure fan, and a negative pressure feedback component connected to the negative pressure indicator component. The negative pressure feedback component is used to feed back the power of the negative pressure fan to the controller, and the negative pressure control component is used to start the operation of the negative pressure fan according to the negative pressure signal issued by the controller.
[0021] An excrement disposal device for paralyzed patients, comprising the aforementioned excrement disposal control system.
[0022] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this utility model and its beneficial effects are as follows:
[0023] (1) The excrement treatment and control system of this utility model collects excretion signals through a sensing module and sends them to a controller. The controller controls the pulverizing module to pulverize the excrement, which is then collected by the waste collection module, realizing automatic treatment and collection of excrement. Simultaneously, after excretion, the controller controls the rinsing module to rinse the patient's private parts, and then controls the drying module to dry the patient. The entire excretion treatment process requires no additional personnel assistance, ensuring privacy and timely, clean, and hygienic treatment. This greatly reduces the intervention of nursing staff, thereby alleviating their burden and protecting the dignity of patients.
[0024] (2) The excrement treatment control system of this utility model is also equipped with a negative pressure module on the sludge collection box, so that negative pressure is formed inside the sludge collection box, which makes it easier for the excrement to enter the sludge collection box more smoothly.
[0025] (3) The excrement treatment control system of this utility model is equipped with a deodorizing and noise-reducing module at the air outlet of the negative pressure module to reduce noise and deodorize the gas at the negative pressure outlet, prevent the overflow of odors, and ensure a comfortable living environment and physical and mental health for patients. Attached Figure Description
[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic block diagram of an excrement treatment and control system provided in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0027] Figure 2This is a partial circuit diagram of the power module provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0028] Figure 3 This is another part of the circuit schematic diagram of the power module provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0029] Figure 4 This is another part of the circuit schematic diagram of the power module provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0030] Figure 5 This is a partial circuit schematic diagram of the controller provided in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0031] Figure 6 This is another part of the circuit schematic diagram of the controller provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0032] Figure 7 This is a circuit diagram of the sensing module provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0033] Figure 8 This is a circuit diagram of the pulverizing module provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0034] Figure 9 This is a circuit diagram of the flushing module provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0035] Figure 10 This is a circuit diagram of the drying module provided in this embodiment of the utility model. Detailed Implementation
[0036] 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. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model. 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.
[0037] See Figure 1 An excrement treatment and control system includes a sensing module, a controller, a pulverizing module, a waste collection module, a flushing module, a drying module, a power supply module, a negative pressure module, and a deodorization and noise reduction module. The power supply module is connected to an external 24V power supply and outputs power at different voltage values, such as 12V, 5V, and 3.3V. The sensing module, controller, pulverizing module, flushing module, drying module, and negative pressure module are all connected to the power supply module, which supplies them with power.
[0038] The sensing module, pulverizing module, rinsing module, drying module, and negative pressure module are all connected to the controller. The sensing module collects excretion signals and transmits them to the controller. The controller then controls the pulverizing, rinsing, drying, and negative pressure modules based on these signals. When the controller receives the excretion signal, it controls the pulverizing components to pulverize the excrement. The negative pressure module draws air from the collection tank to create a negative pressure, allowing the excrement to enter the tank more smoothly. A noise reduction and deodorization module is installed at the outlet of the negative pressure module to reduce noise and deodorize the air. After excretion is complete (either through a timer function on the controller or by setting a time limit after which the sensing module has not detected excrement), the controller controls the rinsing module to rinse the private parts and then controls the drying module to dry the body. The entire excretion process requires no additional personnel assistance, ensuring privacy and providing timely and hygienic treatment. It should be noted that the controller's response to a signal, such as turning another component on or off, and the controller's control according to a time sequence, are all conventional technologies in the field of automatic control.
[0039] See Figures 2 to 4 The power supply module includes a voltage regulator and filter component 11, a first step-down component 12 connected to the voltage regulator and filter component 11, a second step-down component 13 connected to the voltage regulator and filter component 11, and a third step-down component 14 connected to the second step-down component 13. The voltage regulator and filter component 11 regulates and filters the external 24V power supply to output a stable 24V power supply. The first step-down component 12 adjusts the 24V to an output 12V power supply. The second step-down component 13 adjusts the 24V to an output 5V power supply, and the third step-down component 14 adjusts the 5V to an output 3.3V power supply to power the controller and other modules.
[0040] See Figure 5 and Figure 6 In this embodiment, the controller uses STM32F407ZET6, which supports all Arm single-precision data processing instructions and data types, high-speed embedded memory (flash memory up to 1MB, SRAM up to 192KB), backup SRAM up to 4KB, and various enhanced I / O and peripherals connected to two APB buses, three AHB buses and a 32-bit multi-AHB bus matrix, and also has timing function.
[0041] See Figure 7 The sensing module includes a sensing head 21 and an amplification component 22 connected to the sensing head 21. The sensing head 21 is positioned on the path of the excrement flow. The output of the amplification component 22 is connected to the AD_URINE pin of the controller. The excrement signal collected by the sensing head 21 is amplified and transmitted to the controller.
[0042] See Figure 8The pulverizing module includes a pulverizing drive component 31, a pulverizing adjustment component 32, and a pulverizing feedback component 33. The pulverizing drive component 31 is connected to the controller, the pulverizing adjustment component 32, and the pulverizing motor 34. The pulverizing drive component 31 is used to start and drive the pulverizing motor 34 according to the pulverizing signal RL_BACK_IO from the controller. The pulverizing adjustment component 32 is connected to the pulverizing drive component 31, the pulverizing feedback component 33, and the controller. The pulverizing adjustment component 32 is used to control the output power of the pulverizing motor 34 according to the adjustment signal PWM_BACK_IO from the controller. The pulverizing feedback component 33 is connected to the controller and is used to provide feedback on the power of the pulverizing motor to the controller.
[0043] More specifically, when the crushing motor 34 needs to be started, the controller's crushing signal RL_BACK_IO goes high, turning on transistor Q16, which in turn energizes the coil of relay K1. This causes the contacts of relay K1 to move, connecting the crushing motor 34 to the power supply, and the crushing motor 34 begins to operate. The controller's adjustment signal PWM_BACK_IO controls the PWM duty cycle, thereby controlling the on / off state of transistor Q20, which in turn controls the on / off state of MOSFET Q18, thus adjusting the power of the crushing motor. When MOSFET Q18 is on, the crushing feedback component 33 is connected to the crushing motor 34, collecting the electrical signals of the crushing motor 34 during operation and feeding them back to the controller AD_CUR_BACK.
[0044] See Figure 9 The rinsing module includes a heating component and a rinsing component. The heating component includes a heating element 41 housed in a water tank, a hot water control component 42 that controls the heating element 41 to turn on, and a hot water feedback component 43 connected to the heating element 41 when it is working. The hot water control component 41 controls the heating element 31 to work according to the rinsing signal PWM_MOTOR1_IO from the controller. Specifically, when rinsing is required, PWM_MOTOR1_IO outputs a high level, controlling transistor Q15 to turn on, pulling down the gate voltage of MOSFET Q14, causing MOSFET Q14 to turn off. This allows the 24V power supply to form a circuit with the heating element 41 after passing through resistor MR1 and LED5, and the heating element 41 begins to work. The hot water feedback component 43 feeds back the collected electrical signal to the controller.
[0045] The flushing assembly includes a pump connected to the controller and a flushing control assembly that controls the pump to turn on. The principle of the flushing control assembly is the same as that of the hot water control assembly 42, and will not be described again here.
[0046] See Figure 10The drying module includes a heating control component 51, a heating indicator component 52, and a heating feedback component 53. The control component is connected to the controller U5 and the heating fan 54. The heating control component starts the heating fan 54 according to the drying signal from the controller U5. The heating indicator component 52 is connected in parallel between the positive and negative poles of the heating fan 54 to indicate the working status of the heating fan. The heating feedback component 53 is connected to the heating indicator component 52 and the controller U5 to provide feedback on the power of the heating fan 54 to the controller U5.
[0047] Specifically, when drying the human body is required, the controller sends a high-level RL_BLOWER1_IO signal, which turns on transistor Q3, energizing the coil of relay K3. This, in turn, connects the heating fan 54, which is connected to the normally open contact of relay K3, and the heating fan 54 begins operation. A series resistor PR3 and a light-emitting diode (LED14) are connected in parallel across the positive and negative terminals of the heating fan 54 to indicate its operating status. The cathode of LED14 is grounded through a sampling resistor PR64, which is connected to the heating feedback component 53. The collected electrical signals are transmitted to the non-inverting and inverting inputs of operational amplifier U11A. The output of operational amplifier U11A is connected to the non-inverting input of amplifier U11B, and the inverting input of amplifier U11B is connected to its output. The output of amplifier U11B is connected to controller U5.
[0048] The negative pressure module includes a negative pressure fan connected to the sludge collection box, a negative pressure control component for controlling the operation of the negative pressure fan, a negative pressure indicator component connected in parallel across the positive and negative terminals of the negative pressure fan, and a negative pressure feedback component connected to the negative pressure indicator component. The negative pressure feedback component is used to feed back the power of the negative pressure fan to the controller. The negative pressure control component starts the negative pressure fan based on the negative pressure signal issued by the controller. In this embodiment, the specific circuit working principle of the negative pressure module is the same as that of the drying module, and can be referred to accordingly. Figure 10 .
[0049] This embodiment also provides an excrement disposal device for paralyzed patients, including the aforementioned excrement disposal control system, so that paralyzed patients can be cleaned up in a timely manner when excreting, which greatly reduces the intervention of nursing staff, reduces the burden on nursing staff, and also protects the dignity of patients.
[0050] The foregoing description illustrates and describes preferred embodiments of the present invention. It should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the forms disclosed herein and should not be construed as excluding other embodiments. It can be used in various other combinations, modifications, and environments, and can be altered within the scope of the present invention through the foregoing teachings or related technical or knowledge. Any modifications and variations made by those skilled in the art that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention should be within the protection scope of the appended claims.
Claims
1. A waste treatment and control system, characterized in that, include: The sensing module is used to collect excretion signals; The controller, wherein the sensing module is connected to the controller, is used to transmit the excretion signal to the controller; A pulverizing module is connected to the controller, which sends a pulverizing signal to the pulverizing module based on the discharge signal, thereby controlling the start and stop of the pulverizing module. A waste collection module, which is connected to the crushing module, is used to collect the excrement after it has been crushed by the crushing module; A rinsing module, which is connected to the controller, is used to start or stop rinsing the user according to the rinsing signal from the controller. A drying module, which is connected to the controller, is used to start or stop drying the user according to the drying signal from the controller. The power module has at least two output ports with different voltage values, and the sensing module, controller, crushing module, rinsing module and drying module are all connected to the output ports of the power module.
2. The excrement treatment and control system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sludge collection module includes a sludge collection box, which is connected to the output port of the crushing module. It also includes a negative pressure module connected to the sludge collection tank. The negative pressure module is also connected to the controller and the power module. The negative pressure module is used to start or stop evacuating the sludge collection tank to form negative pressure according to the negative pressure signal of the controller.
3. The excrement treatment and control system according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a deodorizing and noise-reducing module connected to the exhaust port of the negative pressure module, used to deodorize and reduce noise in the gas discharged from the negative pressure component.
4. The excrement treatment and control system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sensing module includes a sensing head and an amplification component connected to the sensing head. The sensing head is positioned on the path through which the excrement flows. The output of the amplification component is connected to the controller and is used to amplify the excrement signal collected by the sensing head and transmit it to the controller.
5. The excrement treatment and control system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pulverizing module includes a pulverizing drive component, a pulverizing adjustment component, and a pulverizing feedback component. The pulverizing drive component is connected to the controller, the pulverizing adjustment component, and the pulverizing motor, respectively. The pulverizing drive component is used to start and drive the pulverizing motor according to the pulverizing signal from the controller. The pulverizing adjustment component is connected to the pulverizing drive component, the pulverizing feedback component, and the controller, respectively. The pulverizing adjustment component is used to control the output power of the pulverizing motor according to the adjustment signal from the controller. The pulverizing feedback component is connected to the controller and is used to provide feedback on the power of the pulverizing motor to the controller.
6. The excrement treatment and control system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flushing module includes a heating component and a flushing component. The heating component includes a heating tube installed in a water tank, a hot water control component for controlling the heating tube to turn on, and a hot water feedback component connected to the heating tube when it is working. The hot water control component is used to control the heating tube to work according to the flushing signal from the controller. The flushing assembly includes a pump connected to a controller and a flushing control assembly for controlling the pump to start.
7. The excrement treatment and control system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drying module includes a heating control component, a heating indicator component, and a heating feedback component. The heating control component is connected to the controller and the heating fan, and the heating control component starts the heating fan according to the drying signal from the controller. The heating indicator component is connected in parallel between the positive and negative terminals of the heating fan to indicate the working status of the heating fan. The heating feedback component is connected to the heating indicator component and the controller to provide feedback on the power of the heating fan to the controller.
8. The excrement treatment and control system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The negative pressure module includes a negative pressure fan connected to the sludge collection box, a negative pressure control component for controlling the operation of the negative pressure fan, a negative pressure indicator component connected in parallel to the positive and negative terminals of the negative pressure fan, and a negative pressure feedback component connected to the negative pressure indicator component. The negative pressure feedback component is used to feed back the power of the negative pressure fan to the controller, and the negative pressure control component is used to start the operation of the negative pressure fan according to the negative pressure signal issued by the controller.
9. A waste disposal device for paralyzed patients, characterized in that, The excrement treatment control system includes any one of claims 1 to 8.