A storage device for probiotic capsules

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of probiotic capsule storage devices, it includes device ontology and top cover, it further includes functional assembly, the functional assembly includes semiconductor refrigeration module, renewable electric heating dehumidification module, isolated medicine distribution mechanism, wherein, the semiconductor refrigeration module is integrated on the top cover, the renewable electric heating dehumidification module is installed in the device ontology interior, the isolated medicine distribution mechanism is set in the device ontology bottom, the device ontology is equipped with the heat preservation layer for the heat preservation of the storage space.This probiotic capsule storage device is integrated by semiconductor refrigeration, electric heating dehumidification and isolated medicine distribution three major core functions, and is supplemented with heat preservation layer and built-in power supply, constitutes complete active, portable, clean maintenance system, effectively solves the probiotic storage and distribution problem in various scenes of separating from refrigerator, guarantees the activity and the sanitary safety of use of product.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food and drug storage equipment, specifically to a storage device for probiotic capsules. Background Technology

[0002] Probiotic products (such as probiotic capsules) contain a large number of live microorganisms, making them extremely sensitive to temperature and humidity during storage. High temperatures can directly inactivate the strains, while humidity can activate dormant strains, causing them to die in large numbers before consumption, thus severely impacting the product's therapeutic effects. Currently, in non-medical settings such as kindergartens, nursing homes, sanatoriums, and rehabilitation facilities, or in temporary and mobile settings like pharmacy counters and community health promotion booths, there is a general lack of professional, small-scale, and hygienic storage and distribution equipment for bulk probiotic capsules. This makes it difficult to guarantee the activity of probiotic products and poses a risk of secondary contamination during the distribution process. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a storage device for probiotic capsules, which aims to solve the problems of poor storage conditions, unhygienic distribution, and easy loss of activity of bulk probiotic capsules in group or mobile scenarios in the prior art.

[0004] The storage device for this probiotic capsule includes a device body with a storage space and a top cover for sealing the storage space. It also includes functional components for providing a low-temperature and dry environment for the storage space and for enabling isolated retrieval. The functional components include a semiconductor cooling module for cooling the storage space, a regenerative electric dehumidification module for absorbing moisture in the storage space, and an isolated dispensing mechanism for retrieving individual capsules. The semiconductor cooling module is integrated on the top cover, the regenerative electric dehumidification module is installed inside the device body, and the isolated dispensing mechanism is located at the bottom of the device body. The device body has an insulation layer for keeping the storage space warm.

[0005] Furthermore, the semiconductor cooling module includes a cooling fin that is close to the inner wall of the top cover, a heat sink that is located on the outer side of the top cover, and a semiconductor cooling chip located between the hot and cold ends; a cooling fan is provided next to the heat sink.

[0006] Furthermore, the regenerative electric heating dehumidification module includes a dehumidification box with built-in moisture-absorbing material and an electric heating wire surrounding the outer wall of the dehumidification box; the dehumidification box has several ventilation holes that communicate with the storage space.

[0007] Furthermore, the isolated dispensing mechanism includes a turntable coaxially rotatably connected to the bottom of the device body. The turntable has several through holes evenly distributed along its circumference for accommodating single capsules, and a corresponding dispensing port is provided on the bottom wall of the device body.

[0008] Furthermore, the top cover is provided with a rechargeable battery and a charging interface for powering the semiconductor cooling module and the electric heating dehumidification module.

[0009] Furthermore, the outer surface of the top cover is also provided with an integrated display and control unit for displaying the internal temperature of the storage space.

[0010] This invention relates to a probiotic capsule storage device that integrates three core functions: semiconductor refrigeration, electrothermal dehumidification, and isolated dispensing. These functions, supplemented by an insulation layer and a built-in power supply, constitute a complete active, portable, and clean maintenance system. The semiconductor refrigeration module achieves precise and rapid low-temperature environment control, ensuring the activity of the bacterial strains. The regenerable electrothermal dehumidification module not only effectively prevents moisture but also restores moisture absorption capacity through electrothermal regeneration, reducing long-term consumable costs. The unique isolated dispensing mechanism ensures that the capsule remains sealed even when used individually, preventing external environmental contamination and temperature / humidity fluctuations. This effectively solves the storage and dispensing challenges of probiotics in various scenarios outside of a refrigerator, guaranteeing product activity and hygienic safety during use. Attached Figure Description

[0011] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, further illustrates a storage device for probiotic capsules according to this utility model:

[0012] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the storage device for this probiotic capsule;

[0013] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Rear view;

[0014] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A bottom view;

[0015] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the right-side planar structure;

[0016] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Sectional view along axis AA;

[0017] Figure 6 This is the control logic wireframe diagram of the aforementioned integrated display and control machine.

[0018] In the picture:

[0019] 1- Device body; 11- Insulation layer; 12- Drug outlet;

[0020] 2-Top cover; 21-Rechargeable battery; 22-Installation display and control unit; 211-Charging interface;

[0021] 3-Functional components; 31-Semiconductor cooling module, 32-Electric heating dehumidification module, 33-Isolated dispensing mechanism; 311-Cooling plate, 312-Heat sink, 313-Semiconductor cooling plate, 314-Cooling fan, 321-Dehumidification box, 322-Heating wire, 331-Turntable, 332-Through hole. Detailed Implementation

[0022] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "left", "right", "front", "rear", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0024] The present invention will be further described below with specific embodiments, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.

[0025] Implementation method 1: such as Figures 1 to 5As shown, the storage device for this probiotic capsule includes a device body 1 with a storage space and a top cover 2 for sealing the storage space. It also includes a functional component 3 for providing a low-temperature, dry environment for the storage space and enabling isolated retrieval. The functional component 3 includes a semiconductor cooling module 31 for cooling the storage space, a regenerable electrothermal dehumidification module 32 for absorbing moisture in the storage space, and an isolated dispensing mechanism 33 for single-capsule dispensing. The semiconductor cooling module 31 is integrated into the top cover 2, the regenerable electrothermal dehumidification module 32 is installed inside the device body 1, and the isolated dispensing mechanism 33 is located at the bottom of the device body 1. The device body 1 has an insulation layer 11 for keeping the storage space warm. The overall structure of this device consists of a container with basic storage functions and a set of core functional components for active environmental control and hygienic dispensing. The container includes the device body 1 as the main body and the top cover 2 for sealing. The core functional components work together to provide a stable and clean microenvironment for the stored probiotic capsules.

[0026] Implementation method 2: such as Figures 1 to 5As shown, the semiconductor cooling module 31 of the storage device of this probiotic capsule includes a cooling plate 311 closely attached to the inner wall of the top cover 2, a heat sink 312 located on the outer side of the top cover 2, and a semiconductor cooling plate 313 located between the hot and cold ends; a cooling fan 314 is provided next to the heat sink 312. This cooling module 31 is the key to achieving active cooling. It converts electrical energy into temperature difference through the Peltier effect of the semiconductor cooling plate; the cooling plate 311 closely attaches to the cold end face of the semiconductor wafer, releasing cold energy into the storage space, while the heat sink 312 closely attaches to the hot end face of the semiconductor wafer, dissipating heat to the outside with the assistance of the cooling fan 314, thereby achieving a continuous low temperature in the internal environment. The regenerable electric heating dehumidification module 32 includes a dehumidification box 321 with built-in moisture-absorbing material and an electric heating wire 322 surrounding the outer wall of the dehumidification box 321; the dehumidification box 321 has several vents that communicate with the storage space. The dehumidification module 32 is used to maintain internal dryness. The moisture-absorbing material (such as color-changing silica gel) inside its dehumidification box 321 absorbs moisture through vents. When saturated with moisture, it can be heated and baked by activating the heating wire 322 to evaporate the moisture and restore its moisture-absorbing capacity, enabling repeated use. The isolated dispensing mechanism 33 includes a turntable 331 coaxially rotatably connected to the bottom of the device body 1. The turntable 331 has several through holes 332 evenly distributed circumferentially to accommodate single capsules. A corresponding dispensing port 12 is provided on the bottom wall of the device body 1. This dispensing mechanism 33 is crucial for ensuring hygienic dispensing. By rotating the turntable 331, the through holes 332 containing capsules are aligned with the dispensing port 12, enabling single-capsule dispensing without opening the top cover 2, thus avoiding contamination and environmental fluctuations. The remaining structures and components are as described in Embodiment 1 and will not be repeated.

[0027] Implementation method 3: such as Figure 3 , 6 As shown, the storage device of this probiotic capsule has a rechargeable battery 21 and a charging interface 211 on its top cover 2, which provides power to the semiconductor cooling module 31 and the electric heating dehumidification module 32. This device is powered by the built-in rechargeable battery 21, making it portable, and its power can be replenished through the charging interface 211. The outer surface of the top cover 2 also has a display and control unit 22 for displaying the internal temperature of the storage space. A temperature and humidity sensor located inside the top cover 2 is connected to the input terminal of the display and control unit 22, allowing for real-time monitoring of the internal temperature and humidity. Simultaneously, the output terminal of the display and control unit 22 is connected to the semiconductor cooling module 31 and the electric heating dehumidification module 32, automatically controlling the start and stop of the semiconductor cooling module 31 and the electric heating dehumidification module 32 according to preset thresholds in the MCU, thus achieving automatic control of the ambient temperature and humidity. The remaining structures and components are as described in Embodiment 1 and will not be repeated.

[0028] In use: Insert a sufficient amount of bulk probiotic capsules into the storage space of the device body 1 through the top cover 2 and close the lid tightly. After turning on the power, the semiconductor cooling module 31 and the electric heating dehumidification module 32 start working, creating and maintaining a low-temperature, dry environment for the storage space. The temperature value can be viewed in real time through the display and control all-in-one machine 22, and the semiconductor cooling module 31 and the electric heating dehumidification module 32 are automatically controlled to start and stop according to the preset thresholds input into the display and control all-in-one machine MCU. When it is necessary to take out a capsule, the operator only needs to rotate the turntable 331 at the bottom and align any of the through holes 332 with the medicine outlet 12, and a capsule will slide out from the medicine outlet 12. The storage space remains sealed throughout the process. When the moisture-absorbing material in the dehumidification module 32 is saturated, the heating function can be manually activated to regenerate it. When the power is low, the rechargeable battery 21 is charged through the charging interface 211.

[0029] The storage device of this probiotic capsule integrates three core functions: semiconductor refrigeration, electrothermal dehumidification, and isolated dispensing. These, along with an insulation layer and built-in power supply, form a complete active, portable, and clean maintenance system. The semiconductor refrigeration module achieves precise and rapid low-temperature environment control, ensuring the activity of the bacterial strains. The regenerable electrothermal dehumidification module not only effectively prevents moisture but also restores moisture absorption capacity through electrothermal regeneration, reducing long-term consumable costs. The unique isolated dispensing mechanism ensures that the capsule remains sealed even when used individually, preventing external environmental contamination and temperature / humidity fluctuations. This effectively solves the storage and dispensing challenges of probiotics in various scenarios outside of refrigeration, guaranteeing product activity and hygienic safety during use.

[0030] The above description illustrates the main features, basic principles, and advantages of this utility model. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments or examples described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of this utility model. Therefore, the above embodiments or examples should be considered exemplary and not restrictive. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description, and therefore all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this utility model. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0031] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A storage device for probiotic capsules, characterized in that: The device includes a main body (1) with a storage space and a top cover (2) for sealing the storage space. It is characterized by further including a functional component (3) for providing a low-temperature, dry environment for the storage space and enabling isolated access. The functional component (3) includes a semiconductor cooling module (31) for cooling the storage space, a regenerative electrothermal dehumidification module (32) for absorbing moisture in the storage space, and an isolated dispensing mechanism (33) for single-capsule dispensing. The semiconductor cooling module (31) is integrated on the top cover (2), the regenerable electric heating dehumidification module (32) is installed inside the device body (1), the isolated dispensing mechanism (33) is located at the bottom of the device body (1), and the device body (1) is provided with a heat insulation layer (11) for heat preservation of the storage space.

2. The storage device for the probiotic capsule according to claim 1, characterized in that: The semiconductor cooling module (31) includes a cooling plate (311) that is close to the inner wall of the top cover (2), a heat sink (312) that is located on the outer side of the top cover (2), and a semiconductor cooling plate (313) located between the hot and cold ends; a cooling fan (314) is provided next to the heat sink (312).

3. The storage device for the probiotic capsule according to claim 2, characterized in that: The regenerative electric heating dehumidification module (32) includes a dehumidification box (321) with built-in moisture-absorbing material and an electric heating wire (322) surrounding the outer wall of the dehumidification box (321); the dehumidification box (321) has several ventilation holes that communicate with the storage space.

4. The storage device for the probiotic capsule according to claim 3, characterized in that: The isolated dispensing mechanism (33) includes a turntable (331) coaxially rotatably connected to the bottom of the device body (1). The turntable (331) has several through holes (332) evenly distributed along the circumference for accommodating single capsules. A corresponding dispensing port (12) is provided on the bottom wall of the device body (1).

5. The storage device for the probiotic capsule according to claim 4, characterized in that: The top cover (2) is provided with a rechargeable battery (21) and a charging interface (211) for supplying power to the semiconductor cooling module (31) and the electric heating dehumidification module (32).

6. The storage device for the probiotic capsule according to claim 5, characterized in that: The outer surface of the top cover (2) is also provided with a display and control unit (22) for displaying the internal temperature of the storage space.

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