Stairway for testing intelligence of children
By installing pressure-sensing airbags and foot-feeding sensors on children's smart staircases, the system monitors children's hand grip strength and foot pressure in real time while they are climbing the stairs. This solves the problem of accuracy in assessing gross motor skills and balance coordination in children's health checkups in existing technologies, and achieves a more accurate assessment result.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SOUTH CHINA HOSPITAL OF SHENZHEN UNIVERSITY
- Filing Date
- 2026-06-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
In current children's health checkups, medical staff assess children's gross motor skills and balance coordination through visual methods, which lacks precision and objectivity.
A smart staircase for children has been designed, equipped with a pressure-sensing airbag and a foot pedal sensor. The built-in pressure sensor monitors the child's hand grip strength and foot pedal pressure in real time while walking up the stairs, providing an accurate assessment of the child's active muscle strength, balance, and bilateral coordination.
It enables precise assessment of children's active muscle strength, balance, and bilateral coordination, improving the objectivity and accuracy of the assessment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of staircase model technology, specifically to a children's intelligent testing staircase. Background Technology
[0002] The children's intelligence test staircase refers to a standardized tool or observation scenario used in children's developmental assessments or intelligence tests to examine children's gross motor development, coordination, and body control.
[0003] In pediatric health checkups, developmental diagnosis and assessment are crucial, with gross motor skills testing being an important component. Climbing stairs is an important indicator of gross motor (mobility) and balance coordination. It not only reflects a child's muscle strength, balance, and bilateral coordination, but also, to some extent, their autonomy and obedience to instructions. It is tested in various scales, including the 0-6 year old developmental behavioral assessment scale (Children's Developmental Behavior Assessment Scale-II), the Gesell Developmental Diagnostic Scale, the Denver Developmental Screening Test, the Bayley Infant and Toddler Development Scale, and the Peabody Developmental Motor Scale. However, currently, the stair-climbing test in pediatric health checkups typically relies on medical staff visually assessing a child's gross motor (mobility) and balance coordination abilities.
[0004] Therefore, the aforementioned technical deficiencies urgently need to be addressed. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a children's intelligence assessment staircase, which aims to help intelligence assessment assessors accurately evaluate children's motor muscle strength, balance and bilateral coordination.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a child-friendly intelligent testing staircase, comprising: The staircase body has at least one of its two ends in the first direction equipped with several steps. And at least two railings, the at least two railings are respectively set on both sides of the stair body in the second direction, the second direction is perpendicular to the first direction, the railings include handrails and several fixed posts, the several fixed posts are arranged along the arrangement direction of several steps, the handrails are set on the upper end of the fixed posts, and the handrails extend along the arrangement direction of the steps. The handrail is fitted with a pressure-sensing airbag, and at least one first pressure sensor is installed inside the pressure-sensing airbag. The first pressure sensor is used to sense the grip strength of a child's hand.
[0007] In one possible implementation, the pressure-sensing airbag includes several independent escalator airbag units connected end to end, arranged along the extension direction of the handrail frame, and at least one first pressure sensor is provided in each escalator airbag unit.
[0008] In one possible implementation, an indicator light is installed on the handrail corresponding to the position of the escalator airbag unit. The indicator light is used to indicate that the child is holding onto the escalator airbag unit.
[0009] In one possible implementation, the escalator airbag unit is a cylindrical airbag, which is fixed to the handrail frame by adhesive.
[0010] In one possible implementation, a foot pedal sensor is provided on the upper surface of the step unit, which is used to sense the pressure of a child's foot on the step unit.
[0011] In one possible implementation, the foot pedal sensing device includes a foot pedal and at least one foot pedal airbag, the foot pedal being disposed on the step unit and the foot pedal being disposed on the foot pedal airbag, and at least one second pressure sensor being disposed inside the foot pedal airbag for detecting the pressure value of a child's foot on the foot pedal.
[0012] In one possible implementation, several pedal airbags are arranged above the step unit, and the pedal airbags are arranged along the length of the step unit.
[0013] In one possible implementation, the foot pedal includes several pedal units, each corresponding to a pedal airbag.
[0014] In one possible implementation, the upper surface of the pedal unit is provided with several anti-slip patterns, which are used to increase the friction between the child's foot and the pedal unit.
[0015] In one possible implementation, a protective layer covers the step unit.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a child intelligent assessment staircase. When in use, the present invention can monitor in real time whether the child is holding onto the handrail while walking up the stairs through a first pressure sensor. At the same time, it can also monitor the grip strength of the child's hand while holding onto the handrail, thereby helping the intelligent assessment assessor to accurately assess the child's motor muscle strength, balance and bilateral coordination. Attached Figure Description
[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.
[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a children's intelligent testing staircase provided in this embodiment of the utility model; Figure 2 A perspective view of a partial structure of a children's intelligent testing staircase provided in an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 3 An exploded view of the overall structure of the guardrail of a children's intelligent testing staircase provided in this embodiment of the utility model; Figure 4 An exploded view of the step unit of a children's intelligent testing staircase provided for an embodiment of this utility model.
[0019] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Staircase body; 11. Step unit; 2. Handrail; 21. Handrail frame; 22. Fixed column; 3. Pressure-sensing airbag; 31. Escalator airbag unit; 32. First pressure sensor; 33. Indicator light; 4. Foot pedal sensor; 41. Foot pedal; 411. Pedal unit; 412. Anti-slip texture; 42. Pedal airbag; 421. Second pressure sensor; 43. Protective layer. Detailed Implementation
[0020] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.
[0021] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0022] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0023] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the present invention described above can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.
[0024] This utility model provides, for example Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The illustration depicts a children's intelligence testing staircase, which is a standardized tool or observation scenario used in children's developmental assessments or intelligence tests to examine children's gross motor development, coordination, and body control abilities. The main structure includes: a staircase body 1 and at least two handrails 2. The staircase body 1 can be made of wood or plastic. At least one end of the staircase body 1 in the first direction has several steps 11. At least two railings 2 are respectively installed on both sides of the stair body 1 in the second direction, which is perpendicular to the first direction. The railing 2 includes a handrail frame 21 and several fixed posts 22. The several fixed posts 22 are arranged along the arrangement direction of several steps 11. The handrail frame 21 is installed at the upper end of the fixed posts 22 and extends along the arrangement direction of the steps 11. The handrail 21 is fitted with a pressure-sensing airbag 3, which contains at least one first pressure sensor 32. The first pressure sensor 32 is used to sense the grip strength of a child's hand. When a child's hand grips or leans against the handrail 21, the internal pressure of the pressure-sensing airbag 3 changes. Therefore, the grip strength of the child's hand can be sensed by the first pressure sensor 32.
[0025] It's important to note that developmental diagnosis and assessment are crucial in children's health checkups, with gross motor skills testing being a key component. Climbing stairs is an important indicator of gross motor (mobility) and balance coordination. It reflects not only a child's muscle strength, balance, and bilateral coordination, but also, to some extent, their autonomy and obedience. The 0-6 year old developmental behavioral assessment scale (Children's Developmental Behavior Assessment Scale-II), Gesell Developmental Diagnostic Scale, Denver Developmental Screening Test, Bayley Infant and Toddler Development Scale, and Peabody Developmental Motor Scale all include this test. However, currently, the stair-climbing test in children's health checkups typically relies on medical staff visually assessing a child's gross motor (mobility) and balance coordination abilities.
[0026] When in use, this invention can monitor in real time whether a child is holding onto the handrail 21 while walking up stairs using the first pressure sensor 32. It can also monitor the grip strength of the child's hand while holding onto the handrail 21, thereby helping the assessment specialist to accurately assess the child's muscle strength, balance and bilateral coordination.
[0027] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, it is understandable that children will gradually move up or down the handrail 21 while walking up the stairs. To accurately detect the specific position of a child's hand on the handrail 21, in this embodiment, the pressure-sensing airbag 3 includes several independent escalator airbag units 31. These airbag units 31 are connected end-to-end and arranged along the extension direction of the handrail 21. Each airbag unit 31 contains at least one first pressure sensor 32. Each airbag unit 31 corresponds to a step unit 11, and each airbag unit 31 contains a first pressure sensor 32. Specifically, the airbag units 31 correspond to the step units 11. When a child walks up the stairs, the dynamic state of the child's grip on the handrail 21 can be detected by monitoring the pressure changes within the airbag units 31.
[0028] Furthermore, an indicator light 33 is provided on the handrail 21 at the position corresponding to the escalator airbag unit 31. The indicator light 33 is used to indicate that the child should hold onto the escalator airbag unit 31. In some embodiments, when the indicator light 33 is lit, it can prompt the child to hold onto the escalator airbag unit 31 at that position, thereby guiding the child to use the handrail 21 to walk up the stairs. This can further serve as a test of the child's autonomy and obedience to instructions.
[0029] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the escalator airbag unit 31 is a cylindrical airbag, which is fixed to the handrail frame 21 by adhesive. It is understood that the cylindrical airbag makes it easier for children to grip the escalator. Furthermore, cylindrical airbags are installed on all parts of the handrail frame 21. Whenever a child holds onto, rests their elbow on, or has other body parts against the cylindrical airbag, the air pressure inside the airbag changes, which is then detected by the first pressure sensor 32.
[0030] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, a foot pedal sensor 4 is provided on the upper surface of the step unit 11. The foot pedal sensor 4 is used to sense the pressure of a child's foot on the step unit 11. A second pressure sensor 421 provided on the step unit 11 monitors the pressure of the child's foot on different step units 11.
[0031] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the foot pedal sensing device 4 includes a foot pedal 41 and at least one foot pedal airbag 42. The foot pedal 41 is disposed on the step unit 11 and the foot pedal 41 is disposed on the foot pedal airbag 42. At least one second pressure sensor 421 is disposed inside the foot pedal airbag 42. The second pressure sensor 421 is used to detect the pressure value of a child's foot on the foot pedal 41.
[0032] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, several foot pedal airbags 42 are arranged on the stepped unit 11 along its length. It can be understood that the left and right second pressure sensors 421 on the same stepped unit 11 detect the pressure of the child's left and right feet at corresponding positions. This facilitates the assessment of a child's left and right balance ability by a child intelligence assessment specialist.
[0033] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4As shown, the foot pedal 41 includes several pedal units 411, each corresponding to a pedal airbag 42. These pedal units 411 are arranged along the length of the step unit 11. This allows the left and right second pressure sensors 421 on the same step unit 11 to detect the pressure of the child's left and right feet at corresponding positions. This facilitates assessment of the child's left and right balance ability by child intelligence assessors.
[0034] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, the upper surface of the pedal unit 411 is provided with a plurality of anti-slip textures 412, which are used to increase the friction between the child's foot and the pedal unit 411. In some other embodiments, a plurality of grooves may also be provided on the upper surface of the pedal unit 411 to increase the friction between the child's foot (or the protective layer 43) and the pedal unit 411.
[0035] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, to prevent children's feet or hands from getting stuck in the gap between the step unit 411 and the foot pedal 41 while walking up the stairs, a protective layer 43 is provided over the step unit 411 in this embodiment, covering the step unit 11. The protective layer 43 blocks the gap between the step unit 411 and the foot pedal 41, preventing children's feet or hands from getting into the gap.
[0036] In summary, this utility model provides a child-friendly intelligent staircase. When in use, the first pressure sensor 32 can monitor in real time whether the child is holding onto the handrail 21 while walking up the stairs. At the same time, it can also monitor the grip strength of the child's hand while holding onto the handrail 21, thereby helping intelligent assessment evaluators to accurately assess the child's motor muscle strength, balance and bilateral coordination.
[0037] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this invention.
Claims
1. A children's intelligent testing staircase, characterized in that, include: The staircase body has at least one of its two ends in a first direction provided with a number of step units; And at least two railings, the at least two railings are respectively arranged on both sides of the stair body in a second direction, the second direction being perpendicular to the first direction, the railings include handrails and a plurality of fixed posts, the plurality of fixed posts are arranged along the arrangement direction of the plurality of steps, the handrails are arranged at the upper end of the fixed posts, and the handrails extend along the arrangement direction of the steps. The handrail is fitted with a pressure-sensing airbag, and at least one first pressure sensor is installed inside the pressure-sensing airbag. The first pressure sensor is used to sense the grip strength of a child's hand.
2. The child intelligence testing staircase according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pressure-sensing airbag includes several independent escalator airbag units, which are connected end to end and arranged along the extension direction of the handrail frame. Each escalator airbag unit contains at least one of the first pressure sensors.
3. The child intelligence testing staircase according to claim 2, characterized in that, An indicator light is provided on the handrail corresponding to the position of the escalator airbag unit. The indicator light is used to indicate that the child's hand is on the escalator airbag unit.
4. A children's intelligent testing staircase according to claim 2, characterized in that, The escalator airbag unit is a cylindrical airbag, which is fixed to the handrail frame by adhesive.
5. A children's intelligence-testing staircase according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper surface of the step unit is provided with a foot pedal sensor, which is used to sense the pressure of a child's foot stepping on the step unit.
6. A children's intelligent testing staircase according to claim 5, characterized in that, The foot pedal sensing device includes a foot pedal and at least one foot pedal airbag. The foot pedal is disposed on the step unit and the foot pedal is disposed on the foot pedal airbag. At least one second pressure sensor is disposed inside the foot pedal airbag. The second pressure sensor is used to detect the pressure value of a child's foot on the foot pedal.
7. A child-friendly intelligent testing staircase according to claim 6, characterized in that, A plurality of pedal airbags are provided on the stepped unit, and the plurality of pedal airbags are arranged along the length direction of the stepped unit.
8. A children's intelligent testing staircase according to claim 7, characterized in that, The foot pedal includes several pedal units, and each pedal unit is configured in a one-to-one correspondence with the pedal airbag.
9. A child-friendly intelligent testing staircase according to claim 8, characterized in that, The upper surface of the pedal unit is provided with several anti-slip patterns, which are used to increase the friction between the child's foot and the pedal unit.
10. A children's intelligence-testing staircase according to claim 8, characterized in that, The pedal unit is covered by a protective layer, which in turn covers the step unit.