A contact lens batch care apparatus
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202521109657.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-10-20
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-05-30
AI Technical Summary
这样的话医院或视光门诊需要准备接触镜给消费者试戴体验,更换的接触镜放的到处都是,不仅看着杂乱,还容易搞混,同时接触镜使用后如何实时清洁护理,以便后续继续使用,如何缩短护理、试戴的周转周期等等一系列问题
接触镜护理消毒设备方便医院或视光门诊对试戴片接触镜进行管理,更便捷,试戴片接触镜放置方便、不会杂乱、混乱。同时还可以对试戴片进行清洁护理,更方便用户试用。设置多个护理仓或多个清洗仓,能够对试戴片进行有效管理,更容易收纳存放,同时也大大增加了护理清洗效率。当然,本专利并不局限于试戴片。
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of contact lens management, and in particular to a contact lens mass care device. Background Technology
[0002] When consumers purchase contact lenses, including but not limited to orthokeratology lenses, or other contact lenses, or replace them with new ones for the first time, they usually try them on to see if they are suitable or to test their wearing effect and adaptability. This means hospitals or optometry clinics need to prepare contact lenses for consumers to try on. Replacement contact lenses are often scattered everywhere, which not only looks messy but is also easy to mix up. Furthermore, there are a series of issues to consider, such as how to clean and care for contact lenses after each use for continued use, and how to shorten the turnover cycle of care and trial wear.
[0003] In addition, although contact lenses are temporary contact lenses, since they are worn inside the eyes, inadequate cleaning and care can easily lead to cross-infection among patients. This will not only dissatisfy consumers, but also cause unnecessary trouble for hospitals or optometry clinics, affecting their reputation, etc.
[0004] Therefore, a technical solution to address the above problems is urgently needed. Summary of the Invention
[0005] To address at least one of the technical problems existing in the current technology, this utility model provides a batch care device for contact lenses that facilitates management and also provides care for the lenses for better trial use. The specific solution is as follows: On the one hand, this utility model provides a contact lens mass care device, including a care chamber base and an operating table. The care chamber base and the operating table are connected by wires, wirelessly or by contact. Multiple care chambers are provided on the care chamber base. The multiple care chambers are arranged in a regular or irregular manner on the care chamber base. When in use, the care chambers are filled with care solution. The nursing chamber includes an outer chamber and an inner chamber. An ion exchange membrane is installed on the side wall of the inner chamber. The solutions in the outer and inner chambers are electrically connected through the ion exchange membrane. At least one first electrode and at least one second electrode are installed in the inner chamber. The first and second electrodes have opposite electrical polarities. At least one third electrode is installed in the outer chamber. The third electrode is the positive electrode. The nursing compartment is provided with a top cover, and the top cover is provided with a plurality of grooves, which can hold contact lens lenses, and the grooves are connected to the nursing compartment; The control panel includes at least control buttons and a control system. The control buttons and the control system are connected, and the control buttons are configured to control the operation of the nursing compartment on the nursing compartment base through the control system.
[0006] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, a drain hole is provided at the bottom of the groove, and the drain hole is configured so that the liquid in the groove can flow into the corresponding care chamber below it through the drain hole.
[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, a circuit board is fixedly installed inside the care chamber base. The circuit board is located below the care chamber, and the first electrode, the second electrode, and the third electrode are all electrically connected to the circuit board.
[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the care chamber base is provided with a disinfection component, which is capable of disinfecting the groove.
[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, a receiving cavity is provided in the base of the care chamber, and a power supply component is provided in the receiving cavity, which can provide power to the care chamber.
[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the ion exchange membrane is a cation exchange membrane.
[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the solution used in the care chamber for caring for contact lenses is a chloride ion solution.
[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care equipment described in this patent, it also includes a cleaning chamber base, on which a solution tank is provided, the solution tank is filled with care solution, and a motor is provided at the bottom of the solution tank, the motor being able to agitate the care solution to clean the lenses in the care solution. The solution tank has multiple cleaning chambers at its upper part, with inlets and outlets at the bottom. Each cleaning chamber is connected to the solution tank via these inlets and outlets, and the lens inside is immersed in the care solution that enters the cleaning tank through the inlets and outlets. Preferably, the control buttons corresponding to the cleaning chambers are configured to control the operation of the cleaning chambers on their bases via a control system.
[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the cleaning chamber is disposed on the cleaning cover, the cleaning cover is placed on the solution tank, and the cleaning chamber is submerged in the care solution in the solution tank.
[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care equipment described in this patent, the inner wall of the solution tank includes a bottom wall and a side wall. Preferably, the side wall is a silicone side wall.
[0015] More preferably, the inner wall of the solution tank further includes a connecting wall, which is configured to connect the bottom wall and the side wall; the side wall is a silicone side wall and / or the connecting wall is a silicone connecting wall.
[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care equipment described in this patent, the control panel also includes a display panel and a supply interface; Both the display panel and the supply interface are connected to the control system. The display panel is configured to display the nursing status of the nursing chamber on the nursing chamber base, and / or whether there is nursing fluid in the nursing chamber or whether the nursing fluid has reached the set scale, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the nursing chamber, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the groove, and / or the cleaning status of the cleaning chamber on the cleaning chamber base, and / or whether there is nursing fluid in the cleaning chamber 32 or whether the nursing fluid has reached the set scale, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the cleaning chamber 32; The nursing compartment base surface is also equipped with a connection interface, which can be connected to the supply interface via a data cable.
[0017] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, multiple care chambers are arranged in an array on the care chamber base.
[0018] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, there are multiple care chamber bases, and multiple care chamber bases can be connected to the operating table simultaneously.
[0019] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the inner chamber includes an inner chamber body and a pressure plate, with the pressure plate fixing the sealing exchange membrane onto the inner chamber body.
[0020] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the pressure plate and the inner chamber body surface are fitted together to form an exchange membrane receiving groove, and the exchange membrane is received in the exchange membrane receiving groove; The pressure plate is equipped with a ring-shaped ultrasonic line, which is wound around the periphery of the exchange membrane receiving groove. The pressure plate is ultrasonically welded to the outer wall of the inner chamber body through the ring-shaped ultrasonic line.
[0021] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the top of the inner chamber body is also provided with an arc-shaped outer edge, which extends toward the inner wall of the outer chamber.
[0022] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the inner chamber body and the pressure plate are also provided with a limiting structure. The inner chamber body is provided with at least two limiting posts, and the pressure plate is provided with a limiting groove that cooperates with the limiting posts. When the pressure plate presses the exchange membrane on the inner chamber body, the limiting posts are accommodated in the limiting groove.
[0023] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, an ultrasonic groove is provided on the outer wall of the inner chamber body, and an annular ultrasonic wire is housed in the ultrasonic groove. During ultrasonic welding, the annular ultrasonic wire is ultrasonically melted and welded into the ultrasonic groove.
[0024] On the other hand, this patent also provides a contact lens mass care device, including a care chamber base and an operating table. The care chamber base and the operating table are connected by wires, wirelessly or by contact. Multiple care chambers are provided on the care chamber base. The multiple care chambers are arranged in a regular or irregular manner on the care chamber base. When in use, the care chambers are filled with care solution. The nursing chamber includes a first outer chamber, a second outer chamber, and an inner chamber located within the first and second outer chambers. A cation exchange membrane is provided between the inner chamber and the first outer chamber, and the solutions in the inner chamber and the first outer chamber are electrically connected through the cation exchange membrane. An anion exchange membrane is provided between the inner chamber and the second outer chamber, and the solutions in the inner chamber and the second outer chamber are electrically connected through the anion exchange membrane. The first outer compartment is provided with at least one sixth electrode and at least one seventh electrode. When energized, the sixth electrode is the anode and the seventh electrode is the cathode. The second outer compartment is provided with at least one eighth electrode and at least one ninth electrode. When energized, the eighth electrode is the anode and the ninth electrode is the cathode. The second outer compartment is provided with at least one tenth electrode. The nursing compartment is provided with a top cover, and the top cover is provided with a plurality of grooves, which can hold contact lens lenses, and the grooves are connected to the nursing compartment; The control panel includes at least control buttons and a control system. The control buttons and the control system are connected, and the control buttons are configured to control the operation of the nursing compartment on the nursing compartment base through the control system.
[0025] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, a drain hole is provided at the bottom of the groove, and the drain hole is configured so that the liquid in the groove can flow into the corresponding care chamber below it through the drain hole.
[0026] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the care chamber base is provided with a disinfection component, which can disinfect the care chamber base.
[0027] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the solution used in the care chamber for caring for contact lenses is a chloride ion solution.
[0028] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, there are multiple care chamber bases, and multiple care chamber bases can be connected to the operating table simultaneously.
[0029] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care equipment described in this patent, it also includes a cleaning chamber base, on which a solution tank is provided, the solution tank contains a solution, and a motor is provided at the bottom of the solution tank, the motor being configured to enable the solution to clean the lenses in the solution. The solution tank has multiple cleaning chambers at the top, and each cleaning chamber has an inlet and outlet at the bottom. The cleaning chamber is connected to the solution tank through the inlet and outlet, and the lens inside the cleaning chamber is placed in the care solution that enters the cleaning tank through the inlet and outlet.
[0030] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care equipment described in this patent, the control panel also includes a display panel and a supply interface; Both the display panel and the supply interface are connected to the control system. The display panel is configured to display the nursing status of the nursing compartment on the nursing compartment base, and / or whether there is nursing fluid in the nursing compartment or whether the nursing fluid has reached the set scale, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the nursing compartment, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the groove. The nursing compartment base surface is also equipped with a connection interface, which can be connected to the supply interface via a data cable.
[0031] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, a circuit board is fixedly installed inside the care chamber base. The circuit board is located below the care chamber, and the sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth, and tenth electrodes are all electrically connected to the circuit board.
[0032] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, a receiving cavity is provided in the base of the care chamber, and a power supply component is provided in the receiving cavity, which can provide power to the care chamber.
[0033] As a preferred embodiment of the contact lens mass care device described in this patent, the sixth electrode is configured to be able to communicate with the ninth electrode.
[0034] As a preferred embodiment of the mass care device for contact lenses described in this patent, the eighth electrode is configured to communicate with the ninth electrode. The seventh electrode is configured to communicate with the tenth electrode.
[0035] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution described in this patent has at least one or more of the following beneficial effects: This contact lens care and disinfection equipment facilitates the management of trial contact lenses in hospitals or optometry clinics, making it more convenient and preventing clutter. It also allows for the cleaning and care of trial lenses, making them easier for users to try. Multiple care or cleaning compartments enable effective management of trial lenses, making them easier to store and significantly increasing cleaning and care efficiency. Of course, this patent is not limited to trial lenses.
[0036] The cleaning kit is generally used to clean contact lenses before they are inserted into the eye, as there may be residue of glass cleaner, lubricant, or contact lens solution on the lenses. If these residues are not cleaned, the contact lenses may turn yellow. It can also be used in conjunction with the post-treatment cleaning kit to remove any residual contact lens solution from the treated lenses.
[0037] The control panel and nursing compartment base are set up separately, which facilitates the connection and operation of multiple nursing compartment bases by the control panel, saving on usage costs. At the same time, the integrated control panel has more complete functions and more convenient monitoring.
[0038] The groove can hold the contact lens and also facilitates water control after the contact lens has been cleaned. Drain holes are provided in the groove to prevent water from accumulating inside.
[0039] The top cover is easy to remove from the care compartment base, allowing for convenient care of the contact lens as needed.
[0040] By using a circular ultrasonic line and ensuring it is ultrasonically welded on the same plane, leaks are prevented during sealing, resulting in a good seal and preventing seepage or capillary siphoning that could cause mixing of solutions in the inner and outer chambers. Furthermore, this design brings the sealing line closer to the ultrasonic source.
[0041] This patent uses a neutral NaCl solution as the base solution for skincare products, which is inexpensive and readily available, reducing skincare costs for consumers. The neutral NaCl solution contains no added acidic or alkaline substances, is non-corrosive, has no chemical hazards, and is highly safe, significantly reducing production, storage, and transportation costs.
[0042] This patent applies to rigid contact lenses, including but not limited to orthokeratology (Ortho-k) lenses, scleral lenses, RGP lenses, and composite lenses, with a particular focus on Ortho-k lenses. Ortho-k lenses are rigid gas-permeable contact lenses with corneal reshaping capabilities, typically made of highly oxygen-permeable rigid corneal contact lens materials.
[0043] This patented nursing chamber automatically adjusts the pH value of the solution through a special structure and method, offering high flexibility. By setting up an outer chamber, with a third electrode inside serving as the anode, and connecting it to the cathode inside the inner chamber when powered, the anode enables the outer chamber to produce ClO₂. - The cathode causes OH to be generated inside the chamber. -The solution inside the inner chamber is alkaline, so an outer chamber helps to regulate the pH value inside the inner chamber, ensuring that only a neutral NaCl solution is needed as the initial solution. This makes the solution not only versatile and readily available, but also safe and harmless as it contains no acidic or alkaline substances, greatly facilitating user operation, production, storage, and transportation. Furthermore, the alkaline environment inside the inner chamber inhibits the formation of HClO, preventing HClO from fading the lenses. Hypochlorite ions mostly exist in the form of NaClO, which has a relatively mild bactericidal and protein-removing effect. Additionally, sodium hypochlorite has a poor bleaching effect under alkaline conditions, further preventing lens fading. The ClO in NaClO... - Ions can kill bacteria and degrade proteins, and with the help of electrophoresis, they can remove proteins.
[0044] Meanwhile, the presence of the cation exchange membrane ensures a highly alkaline environment within the care chamber, inhibiting the generation of HClO and its impact on lens fading.
[0045] The nursing chamber, consisting of an inner and outer compartment, operates as follows: First, one of the first and second electrodes in the inner compartment is used as the cathode, and the third electrode in the outer compartment as the anode. When the power is switched on, a reduction reaction occurs at the cathode in the inner compartment, electrolyzing H2O in a chloride-containing solution to produce H2 and OH-. - At this point, the pH of the solution inside the inner chamber is greater than 7, indicating alkalinity. An oxidation reaction occurs at the anode, where Cl- ions from the chloride-containing solution are removed. - Electrolysis produces Cl2, which dissolves in the solution to generate HCl and HClO. Due to the action of the cation exchange membrane, NaOH at the first electrode cannot enter the outer chamber, thus ensuring the pH value in the inner chamber remains stable. After a period of reaction, the OH- in the inner chamber... - As the pH of the solution in the inner chamber increases, the power is disconnected once it reaches the desired value. Then, the power to the first and second electrodes in the inner chamber is turned on. One electrode of the first and second electrodes serves as the cathode, and the other as the anode. The cathode continues to generate OH-. - The anode will react with Cl in the solution inside the inner chamber. - Electrolysis produces Cl2, which dissolves in a strongly alkaline solution inside the chamber to produce NaClO and NaCl. - It can sterilize and degrade proteins on contact lenses. The proteins on the contact lenses also move towards the electrode with the opposite charge under the action of the electric field force formed between the anode and cathode, ultimately achieving the effect of sterilizing and removing proteins from the contact lenses.
[0046] The electrochemical cleaning and sterilization technology of this patent has excellent sterilization and protein removal effects, effectively degrades proteins, sterilizes instantly, and does not damage the contact lens itself during the sterilization and protein removal process. It has good stability and low toxicity and side effects.
[0047] Commercially available contact lens solutions can easily damage contact lenses, and their sterilization rate is only around 90%. This patented solution achieves instant sterilization, not only with excellent sterilization effect but also with rapid sterilization speed. It achieves a 99% bacterial kill rate and a 99% fungal kill rate in 3 minutes, and kills Bacillus subtilis in 10 minutes, reaching the sterilization level.
[0048] When the first and second electrodes in the nursing chamber of this patent are energized, the chloride ion solution generates several types of oxidizing substances and free radicals, especially hypochlorous acid and hypochlorite ions, which can damage the peptide chains of proteins. The preferred mass concentration of hypochlorite ions in this patent is 0.1%, and the hypochlorite ion concentration of solution A in the AB solution is 0.375%. Although the AB solution can achieve good sterilization and protein removal effects, the contact lens cannot be immersed in the AB solution for a long time; otherwise, the AB solution will damage the contact lens, such as causing fading and corrosion. This patent, due to the addition of electrophoresis technology, achieves excellent sterilization and protein removal effects with a preferred hypochlorite ion concentration of 0.1%, less than one-third of that in the AB solution. This makes it safer to use and easier to operate. Furthermore, by appropriately controlling relevant parameters, it can reduce fading of the contact lens and prevent coating damage and corrosion.
[0049] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0050] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0051] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of one embodiment of the contact lens care and disinfection device described in this patent; Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of the nursing compartment base described in this patent; Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the nursing compartment base described in this patent; Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the nursing compartment base described in this patent from another perspective; Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the inner compartment described in this patent; Figure 6 This is an exploded structural diagram of the inner compartment described in this patent; Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the main body of the inner compartment described in this patent; Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the pressure plate described in this patent; Figure 9 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the first, second, or third electrode described in this patent; Figure 10 This is an exploded structural diagram of the cleaning chamber base described in this patent; Figure 11 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the cleaning chamber base described in this patent; Figure 12 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of another embodiment of the contact lens care and disinfection device described in this patent; Figure 13 yes Figure 12 A cross-sectional structural diagram of the base of the central nursing unit from one perspective; Figure 14 yes Figure 13 A partially enlarged structural diagram of the R section; Figure 15 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of another embodiment of the nursing compartment described in this patent; Figure 16 yes Figure 15 A cross-sectional view of the nursing compartment; Figure 17 yes Figure 15 An exploded view of the nursing compartment; Figure 18 yes Figure 15 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the first support in the middle; Figure 19 yes Figure 15 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the first pressure plate.
[0052] Among them, 1-nursing chamber base, 2-operating table, 3-cleaning chamber base, 11-nursing chamber, 111-outer chamber, 1111-third electrode, 112-inner chamber, 1120-outer edge, 1121-through hole, 1122-first electrode, 1123-second electrode, 1124-inner chamber body, 1125-pressure plate, 1126-ring ultrasonic wire, 1127-ultrasonic wire groove, 1128-limiting post, 1129-limiting groove, 12-top cover, 121-groove, 122-leakage hole, 123-handheld part, 13-circuit board, 14-accommodating cavity, 15-power supply component, 16-connection interface, 17-nursing chamber base body, 18-bottom cover, 181-first baffle, 1001-first outer chamber, 1002-second outer chamber, 1003-cation exchange membrane, 10 04-Anion exchange membrane, 1005-Sixth electrode, 1006-Seventh electrode, 1007-Eighth electrode, 1008-Ninth electrode, 1009-Tenth electrode, 1010-First exchange membrane assembly, 1011-Second exchange membrane assembly, 1012-Opening, 1013-Mounting groove, 1014-First support, 1015-First pressure plate, 1016-First through hole, 1017-Second through hole, 1018-Membrane mounting groove, 1019-Pressure plate mounting groove, 1020-Sealing ring, 1021-Sealing ring rib, 21-Control button, 22-Display panel, 23-Supply interface, 31-Solution tank, 311-Bottom wall, 312-Side wall, 313-Connecting wall, 32-Cleaning chamber, 33-Inlet / outlet, 34-Cleaning cover, 341-Second baffle. Detailed Implementation
[0053] The embodiments of this utility model 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 intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0054] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "both ends," "one end," and "the other end," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component 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 of this utility model. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0055] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "provided with," "equipped with," "connected," "installed," "sleeved," "opened," and "fixed," 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0056] Please see Figures 1-19 ,like Figure 1-19 As shown, this utility model provides a contact lens mass care device, including a care chamber base 1 and an operating table 2. The care chamber base 1 and the operating table 2 are connected by wires, wirelessly or by contact. Multiple care chambers 11 are provided on the care chamber base 1. The multiple care chambers 11 are arranged in a regular or irregular manner on the care chamber base 1. When in use, the care chambers are filled with care solution. The nursing chamber 11 includes an outer chamber 111 and an inner chamber 112 housed within the outer chamber. A through hole 1121 is provided on the side wall of the inner chamber 112, and an exchange membrane is sealed on the through hole 1121. The solutions in the outer chamber 111 and the inner chamber 112 are electrically connected only through the exchange membrane. At least one first electrode 1122 and at least one second electrode 1123 are provided in the inner chamber 112. The first electrode 1122 and the second electrode 1123 have opposite electrical polarities. At least one third electrode 1111 is provided in the outer chamber 111. The third electrode 1111 is the positive electrode. The nursing compartment 11 is covered by a top cover 12. The top cover 12 has a groove 121 at a position corresponding to the nursing compartment 11. The groove 121 can hold a lens. The control panel 2 includes at least a control button 21 and a control system. The control button 21 is connected to the control system and is configured to control the operation of the nursing compartment 11 on the nursing compartment base 1 through the control system.
[0057] This contact lens care and disinfection equipment facilitates the management of trial contact lenses in hospitals or optometry clinics, making it more convenient and preventing clutter. It also allows for the cleaning and care of trial lenses, making them easier for users to try. Multiple care or cleaning compartments enable effective management of trial lenses, making them easier to store and significantly increasing cleaning and care efficiency. Of course, this patent is not limited to trial lenses.
[0058] In this example, the exchange membrane is a cation exchange membrane. Of course, other exchange membranes suitable for maintaining contact lenses could also be used.
[0059] In the example, the bottom of the inner compartment is welded or glued to the bottom wall of the outer compartment.
[0060] In a preferred example, multiple care compartments 11 are arranged in an array on a care compartment base 1.
[0061] In a preferred embodiment, such as Figure 1-3 and Figure 12 As shown, a drain hole 122 is provided at the bottom of the groove 121, and the drain hole 122 is configured so that liquid in the groove 121 can flow into the corresponding care chamber 11 below it. More preferably, a handle 123 is provided on the side of the top cover to facilitate opening the top cover 12. In this example, the handle 123 is a notch. The top cover is easily removed from the care chamber base, facilitating the care of the contact lens as needed.
[0062] In use, remove the top cover 12 to place the contact lens in the care chamber for care. After care, the top cover 12 can be closed onto the care chamber base. The cared-up contact lens can then be placed in the groove to drain water or for the user to try on. Alternatively, the cared-up contact lens can be temporarily placed in the groove. The groove serves both to hold the contact lens and to facilitate water drainage after care. Drainage holes are provided in the groove to prevent water accumulation.
[0063] Preferably, the nursing compartment base is provided with a disinfection component, which is capable of disinfecting the groove. More preferably, the disinfection component includes, but is not limited to, an ultraviolet lamp, etc.
[0064] Furthermore, an outer cover is provided, which fits onto the base of the nursing compartment. Specifically, the outer cover fits onto the top cover of the nursing compartment base.
[0065] In a further preferred embodiment, the disinfection component is located on the top cover or inside the outer cover. When the outer cover is closed on the nursing compartment base, the disinfection component disinfects and sterilizes the groove. In addition, a foolproof sensor is provided; if the outer cover is not closed on the nursing compartment base, the foolproof sensor instructs the control system not to activate the disinfection component.
[0066] Preferred, such as Figure 4 As shown, both the first electrode 1122 and the second electrode 1123 extend sequentially from the bottom of the outer chamber 111 and the bottom of the inner chamber into the inner chamber 112, without contacting the solution in the outer chamber 111. In this example, both the first electrode 1122 and the second electrode 1123 are sealed to the inner chamber 112 and also sealed to the outer chamber 111. In this example, the first electrode 1122 is sealed to both the inner chamber 112 and the outer chamber 111 via a sealing ring, and the second electrode 1123 is also sealed to both the inner chamber 112 and the outer chamber 111 via a sealing ring. In this example, the tail ends of both the first electrode 1122 and the second electrode 1123 protrude outside the bottom of the outer chamber for electrical connection.
[0067] Preferred, such as Figure 4 and Figure 13-14 As shown, the first electrode 1122 and the second electrode 1123 are symmetrically arranged in the inner chamber 112. Both the first electrode 1122 and the second electrode 1123 are close to the side wall of the inner chamber 112 to obtain a better protein removal effect.
[0068] In the example, the first electrode 1122 is the positive electrode and the second electrode 1123 is the negative electrode. Of course, this patent is not limited to this; either the first electrode 1122 or the second electrode 1123 can be the positive electrode and the other the negative electrode.
[0069] Preferred, such as Figure 4 and Figure 13-14 As shown, the third electrode 1111 extends from the bottom of the outer compartment into the outer compartment. The third electrode 1111 is sealed to the bottom of the outer compartment, and the tail end of the third electrode 1111 protrudes outside the bottom of the outer compartment for electrical connection.
[0070] Preferably, the anode of the first electrode 1122, the second electrode 1123, and the third electrode 1111 is a chlorine-evolution electrode. In the example, the first electrode 1122, the second electrode 1123, and the third electrode 1111 are all chlorine-evolution electrodes.
[0071] Preferably, the nursing solution is a chloride ion-containing solution. In the example, the nursing solution is 0.9% physiological saline.
[0072] The specific steps for using the two-bedroom nursing unit are as follows: S1, pour chloride ion solution into the inner and outer compartments, and place the contact lens in the chloride ion solution in the inner compartment; S2, connect the first electrode of the inner chamber and the third electrode of the outer chamber to the power supply. The first electrode is the cathode (also called the negative electrode), and the third electrode is the anode (also called the positive electrode). An oxidation reaction occurs at the third electrode, which reacts with the Cl- in the chloride-containing solution in the outer chamber. -Electrolysis produces Cl2, which dissolves in the solution to generate HCl and HClO. A reduction reaction occurs at the first electrode, which electrolyzes H2O in the chloride-containing solution within the nursing chamber to produce H2 and OH-. - The cation exchange membrane can provide an alkaline environment for the inner chamber. S3, After the reaction in step S2 has proceeded for a period of time, disconnect the power supply to the first and third electrodes, and connect the power supply to the first and second electrodes. One of the first and second electrodes is the anode, and the other is the cathode. The cathode electrolyzes the H2O in the solution to produce H2 and OH-. - The anode will react with Cl in the solution. - Electrolysis produces Cl2, which reacts with sodium hydroxide in the solution to produce Cl. - and ClO - The ClO - It can sterilize and degrade proteins on contact lenses. The proteins on the contact lenses also move towards the electrode with the opposite charge under the action of the electric field force formed between the anode and cathode, thus achieving sterilization and protein removal of the contact lenses.
[0073] Step S2 ensures that the solution inside the inner chamber is in an alkaline environment. This guarantees that when the first and second electrodes inside the inner chamber are working, NaClO is easily generated and HClO is not easily generated, thus reducing the adverse effects of HClO on the fading of the test piece and the material properties.
[0074] Preferably, in step S3, when the pH value in the inner chamber is between 8 and 12.5, the power supply to the first electrode and the third electrode is disconnected, and the power supply to the first electrode and the second electrode is connected.
[0075] Preferably, the chloride ion-containing solution is a NaCl solution. More preferably, the NaCl solution is a 0.9% (w / w) physiological saline solution. More preferably, the pH value of the NaCl solution is 7.
[0076] In a preferred embodiment, in step S2, the power-on voltage of the first electrode and the third electrode is not less than 1.1V, the stable voltage of the first electrode and the third electrode after power-on is 3.5-7.5V, and the power is disconnected after the first electrode and the third electrode react for 2-11 minutes. In step S3, the power-on voltage for connecting the first and second electrodes is not less than 1.1V, and the stable voltage after connecting the first and second electrodes is 3.5-6.5V, controlling the ClO in the solution. - The mass concentration is 0.01%-0.4%, and the cleaning and sterilization of the contact lens is completed after the first electrode and the second electrode react for 10-30 minutes.
[0077] In step S2, after the first electrode and the third electrode are connected to the power supply, the first electrode or the second electrode becomes the cathode and the third electrode becomes the anode. The following reaction occurs at the cathode and the anode: Cathode: 2H₂O + 2e⁻ - =H2↑+2OH - Anode: 2Cl - - 2e - →Cl2↑ Cl₂ + H₂O = HCl + HClO In step S3, after the power is turned on at the first and second electrodes, the following reactions occur at the cathode and anode: Cathode: 2H₂O + 2e⁻ - =H2↑+2OH - (I) Anode: 2Cl - - 2e - →Cl2↑ (Ⅱ) Cl2 + H2O = HCl + HClO (III) The obtained HClO will undergo the following reaction: HCl + NaOH = NaCl + H₂O (Ⅳ) HClO + NaOH =NaClO+ H2O (Ⅴ) NaClO + H₂O = HClO + NaOH (VI) When a chloride-containing solution is in an alkaline environment, the ClO in the solution... - It mainly exists in the form of NaClO. Because in an alkaline environment, the dynamic equilibrium of reaction (VI) shifts to the left, resulting in a higher NaClO concentration and a lower HClO concentration. NaClO's bactericidal and protein-removing effects are relatively mild, and its bleaching properties are poor under alkaline conditions, thus preventing lens fading. The ClO in NaClO... - Ions can kill bacteria and degrade proteins, and with the help of electrophoresis, they can remove proteins. HClO has a bactericidal effect, but it also has a bleaching effect. High concentrations of HClO can cause lens fading, while lower concentrations greatly reduce its impact on contact lens color.
[0078] Of course, in another embodiment, in addition to the three-compartment form mentioned above, the nursing compartment can also be a two-compartment form, as shown in the figure. The nursing compartment 11 includes a first outer compartment 1001, a second outer compartment 1002, and an inner compartment 112 located inside the first and second outer compartments. A cation exchange membrane 1003 is provided between the inner compartment 112 and the first outer compartment 1001. The solutions in the inner compartment 112 and the first outer compartment 1001 are electrically connected only through the cation exchange membrane 1003. An anion exchange membrane 1004 is provided between the inner compartment 112 and the second outer compartment 1002. The solutions in the inner compartment 112 and the second outer compartment 1002 are electrically connected only through the anion exchange membrane 1004. The first outer compartment 1001 is provided with at least one sixth electrode 1005 and at least one seventh electrode 1006. When energized, the sixth electrode 1005 is the anode and the seventh electrode 1006 is the cathode. The second outer compartment 1002 is provided with at least one eighth electrode 1007 and at least one ninth electrode 1008. When energized, the eighth electrode 1007 is the anode and the ninth electrode 1008 is the cathode. The second outer compartment 1002 is provided with at least one tenth electrode 1009. Similarly, a cover 12 is fitted over the nursing compartment 11. A groove 121 is provided on the cover 12 at a position corresponding to the nursing compartment 11 or the inner compartment 112, and the lens can be placed in the groove 121. More preferably, a drain hole 122 is provided at the bottom of the groove 121, as described above, and will not be repeated.
[0079] In a preferred embodiment, both the first outer compartment 1001 and the second outer compartment 1002 are arranged around the outside of the inner compartment. More preferably, the first outer compartment 1001 and the second outer compartment 1002 are each a semi-circular compartment, forming a ring around the outside of the inner compartment. In this example, the inner compartment 112, the first outer compartment 1001, and the second outer compartment 1002 are integrally connected. More preferably, the inner compartment 112, the first outer compartment 1001, and the second outer compartment 1002 correspond one-to-one. The first outer compartment 1001 and the second outer compartment 1002, arranged one-to-one around the outside of the inner compartment, allow for separate and independent cleaning and care of different lenses, avoiding interference between different lenses and different reaction processes. This design also results in a more aesthetically pleasing appearance, more intuitive operation, and easier user operation, preventing misoperation and providing consumers with a better and more comfortable user experience.
[0080] The design of the first outer compartment 1002 and the second outer compartment 1002 surrounding the inner compartment makes full use of space, resulting in a more rational design and effectively reducing the volume of the nursing components. Of course, the inner compartment 112, the first outer compartment 1001, and the second outer compartment 1002 can also have other arrangements, and this patent is not limited to these.
[0081] Preferably, the sixth electrode 1005, the seventh electrode 1006, the eighth electrode 1007, the ninth electrode 1008, and the tenth electrode 1009 are all electrode probes. Of course, this patent is not limited to this, and they can also be electrode sheets, etc.
[0082] Preferably, the sixth electrode 1005, the eighth electrode 1007, and the tenth electrode 1009 are all chlorine-evolving electrodes. More preferably, the seventh electrode 1006 and the ninth electrode 1008 are also chlorine-evolving electrodes.
[0083] The operating principles and methods of the above three-compartment nursing units are as follows: S1: Pour a chloride ion-containing solution into the inner chamber, the first outer chamber, and the second outer chamber, and place the contact lens 9 in the chloride ion-containing solution in the inner chamber; S2: Connect the sixth and ninth electrodes to the power supply. The sixth electrode is the anode, and the ninth electrode is the cathode. An oxidation reaction occurs at the sixth electrode, where Cl- in the chloride-containing solution in the first outer chamber is converted into chloride ions. - Electrolysis produces Cl2, which dissolves in the solution to generate HCl and HClO. A reduction reaction occurs at the ninth electrode, which electrolyzes H2O in the chloride-containing solution within the inner chamber to produce H2 and OH-. - This provides an alkaline environment for the inner warehouse; S3: After the reaction in step S2, disconnect the power supply to the sixth and ninth electrodes, connect the power supply to the eighth and ninth electrodes, and clean and care for the contact lens using electrophoresis and / or dissociation techniques. S4: Contact lens cleaning and care completed. Disconnect the power supply to the eighth and ninth electrodes, and connect the power supply to the seventh and tenth electrodes. The tenth electrode is the anode, and the seventh electrode is the cathode. Under the action of the electric field, the ClO in the inner chamber... - OH - Cl - The H+ in the inner chamber enters through the anion exchange membrane into the second outer chamber. + Na + It enters the first outer chamber through the cation exchange membrane.
[0084] Preferably, in step S3, the eighth electrode is the anode and the ninth electrode is the cathode. The eighth electrode undergoes an oxidation reaction, and the eighth electrode removes Cl from the chloride ion solution within the inner chamber. - Electrolysis produces Cl2, which dissolves in the inner chamber and contains OH-. - ClO is produced in the solution - and Cl - A reduction reaction occurs at the ninth electrode, which electrolyzes the H2O in the chloride-containing solution inside the inner chamber to produce H2 and OH-. - The ClO -It is capable of sterilizing contact lenses and degrading proteins on them. In the example, the ClO... - It can sterilize contact lenses and degrade proteins on them. Since step S2 has provided an alkaline environment for the inner chamber, the NaClO inside the inner chamber is less likely to hydrolyze to produce HClO, thereby reducing the adverse effects of HClO on lens fading and material properties.
[0085] In a further preferred embodiment, in step S3, after the eighth and ninth electrodes are powered on, an electrophoretic reaction also occurs. Under the influence of the electric field, the tear proteins on the contact mirror surface detach from the contact mirror and move towards the electrode with the opposite charge. In this example, the degraded proteins move towards the electrode with the opposite charge under the influence of the electric field, thereby achieving sterilization and protein removal of the contact mirror.
[0086] In a preferred embodiment, the chloride ion-containing solution is a NaCl solution. More preferably, the NaCl solution is a 0.9% (w / w) physiological saline solution. Even more preferably, the pH value of the NaCl solution is 7.
[0087] Preferably, in step S2, the pH value of the solution in the inner chamber is in the range of 8-12.5, and the power supply to the sixth and ninth electrodes is disconnected.
[0088] Preferably, in step S3, when cleaning and caring for the contact lens, the ClO content in the inner chamber solution is controlled. - The mass concentration is 0.01%-0.4%, and the contact lens is cleaned and sterilized after the eighth and ninth electrodes react for 10-30 minutes.
[0089] In the example, in step S4, an oxidation reaction occurs at the tenth electrode, where the tenth electrode reacts with Cl- in the chloride ion solution within the inner chamber. - The reaction is Cl2, and a reduction reaction occurs at the seventh electrode. The seventh electrode removes H+ from the chloride ion solution in the inner chamber. + The reaction produces H2. The tenth electrode is the anode; under the influence of the electric field, ClO in the inner chamber... - OH - Cl - It passes through the anion exchange membrane and enters the second outer chamber; the seventh electrode is the cathode, and under the action of the electric field, the H+ in the inner chamber... + Na + It enters the first outer chamber through the cation exchange membrane. ClO in the inner chamber... - OH - Cl - H + Na +The solution passes through anion exchange membranes and cation exchange membranes respectively, entering the second and first outer chambers. As the reaction proceeds, the inner chamber gradually becomes a pure aqueous solution. Once the inner chamber is filled with a pure aqueous solution, the reaction in step S4 stops, and the contact lens is placed in the pure aqueous solution within the inner chamber. The pure aqueous solution has no side effects on the contact lens, allowing it to be stored in the inner chamber for an extended period. This invention provides a care device that allows contact lenses to be stored in the inner chamber after cleaning and care without needing to be transferred to other chambers or have the care solution replaced with a long-term storage solution. After care is completed in the care chamber, the contact lens can remain stored there without being removed, ensuring safety and harmlessness. No other operations are required; simply remove the lens from the inner chamber when needed. This is extremely convenient for customers.
[0090] In a preferred embodiment, in step S2, the power-on voltage for the sixth and ninth electrodes is not less than 1.1V, the stable voltage after the sixth and ninth electrodes are powered on is 3.5-7.5V, and the power is disconnected after the sixth and ninth electrodes react for 1-11 minutes. More preferably, the pH value in the inner chamber is adjusted to the range of 10-12.5. More preferably, in step S2, the stable voltage after the sixth and ninth electrodes are powered on is 5V, the power is disconnected after 1 minute of operation, and the pH value in the inner chamber is adjusted to the range of 10-12.5. Of course, this patent is not limited to these embodiments; the working time and working voltage in step S2 can be selected with other values as needed.
[0091] Preferably, in step S3, the power-on voltage for connecting the eighth and ninth electrodes is not less than 1.1V, the stable voltage after connecting the eighth and ninth electrodes is 3.5-6.5V, the effective chlorine concentration of the solution in the inner chamber is controlled within the range of 0.01%-0.6%, and the contact lens is cleaned and sterilized after the eighth and ninth electrodes react for 10-30 minutes. It should be noted that effective chlorine refers to the amount of chlorine with an oxidizing capacity equivalent to that of a chlorine-containing disinfectant, and its content is expressed as a percentage concentration (%). More preferably, the ClO2 concentration in the solution is controlled... - The mass concentration is 0.01%-0.4%. More preferably, in step S3, the stable voltage of the eighth and ninth electrodes after being powered on is 5V, and the power is disconnected after approximately 20 minutes of operation to obtain the best sterilization and protein removal effect, and the safest operating environment. More preferably, the ClO in the solution is controlled... - The mass concentration is 0.01-0.229%. Of course, the working time and working voltage in step S3 can be selected as other values as needed.
[0092] Preferably, in step S4, the turn-on voltage of the seventh and tenth electrodes is not less than 1.1V, the stable voltage of the seventh and tenth electrodes after being powered on is 10-40V, and the power is disconnected after the seventh and tenth electrodes react for 10-60 minutes. More preferably, the alkaline sodium hypochlorite solution in the inner chamber is converted into a neutral aqueous solution. More preferably, in step S4, the seventh and tenth electrodes operate at 30V, and the power is disconnected after approximately 15 minutes, resulting in the alkaline sodium hypochlorite solution in the inner chamber being converted into a neutral aqueous solution. Of course, this patent is not limited to these values; the working time and voltage in step S4 can be selected according to needs. Table 1 below shows the change in effective chlorine concentration in the solution in the inner chamber as the stable voltage and time change in step S4.
[0093] Table 1. Changes in the effective chlorine concentration in the inner chamber solution during step S4 with variations in stable voltage and time.
[0094] In step S2, after the sixth and ninth electrodes are powered on, the sixth electrode becomes the anode and the ninth electrode becomes the cathode. The following reactions occur at the cathode and anode: Anode: 2Cl - - 2e - →Cl2↑ Cl₂ + H₂O = HCl + HClO Cathode: 2H₂O + 2e⁻ - =H2↑+2OH - In step S2, on the one hand, this reaction creates an alkaline environment for the inner chamber; on the other hand, the cation exchange membrane can block anions from passing through the cation exchange membrane, especially blocking ClO in the first outer chamber. - It passes through the cation exchange membrane into the inner chamber. The advantage of this step is that the contact lens is less likely to fade during this and subsequent steps.
[0095] In step S3, after the power is turned on to the eighth and ninth electrodes, the following reactions occur at the cathode and anode: Anode: 2Cl - -2e - →Cl2↑ Cathode: 2H₂O + 2e⁻ - =H2↑+2OH - At this point, the overall electrolysis reaction inside the inner chamber is: 2NaCl + 2H₂O = Cl₂ + H₂ + 2NaOH. The Cl₂ produced by electrolysis reacts with NaOH to form NaClO. Therefore, the solution in the inner chamber mainly contains NaOH, NaClO, and H₂O. Step S3 can sterilize the contact lens; NaClO can decompose proteins; and electrophoresis can peel off proteins. The combination of electrophoresis and electrolysis makes protein removal more complete. Furthermore, ClO… - It has a bactericidal effect; the ClO inside the chamber... - A small amount of HClO has a bactericidal and protein-removing effect, while ClO - A small amount of HClO does not easily cause the contact lens to fade.
[0096] ClO in the inner chamber solution of step S3 - The following dynamic equilibrium exists: ClO - + H2O⇌HClO+OH - OH in the inner chamber solution - At higher concentrations, this dynamic equilibrium shifts to the left, decreasing ClO₂ levels. - Hydrolysis reduces the amount of HClO in the solution.
[0097] Step S2 creates an alkaline environment in the inner chamber, that is, the reaction produces OH-. - To avoid localized fading of the contact lens due to excessively high HClO concentration in the inner chamber during step S3, it is crucial to ensure an alkaline environment is created within the care chamber, especially near the eighth electrode, to prevent localized discoloration and uneven coloring of the contact lens, which severely impacts its usability. Figure 17 As shown in the attached figure, the contact lens cleaned and cared for using the technical solution of this utility model does not fade, while the contact lens fades after being cleaned and cared for using a conventional method that does not provide an alkaline environment.
[0098] Normally, users remove the contact lenses from the cleaning compartment after cleaning and care. However, if the user forgets to remove them and the lenses remain in the compartment for an extended period, the lenses may fade. This is because the pH value of the solution in the compartment decreases over time. This is because carbon dioxide in the air dissolves in the solution and reacts with NaOH to form sodium carbonate, lowering the pH of the alkaline environment. In step 3 above, ClO... - The hydrolysis equilibrium shifts to the right, increasing the amount of HClO. HClO has bleaching properties, and its increased content easily causes the contact lens to fade. Additionally, NaClO also has bleaching properties, leading to a gradual increase in HClO.
[0099] In step S4, besides the oxidation reaction occurring at the tenth electrode and the reduction reaction occurring at the seventh electrode, the ions in the inner chamber at this time include ClO. -OH - Cl - H + Na + After energizing in step S4, under the influence of the electric field, the ClO in the inner chamber... - OH - Cl - Passing through the anion exchange membrane into the second outer chamber, the H in the inner chamber... + Na + It passes through the cation exchange membrane into the first outer chamber until the solution in the inner chamber becomes a pure aqueous solution. The contact lens can then be stored for a long time in a pure aqueous solution environment.
[0100] In a preferred embodiment, such as Figure 4 As shown, a circuit board 13 is fixedly installed inside the nursing chamber base 1. The circuit board is located below the nursing chamber. The first electrode 1122, the second electrode 1123 and the third electrode 1111 are all electrically connected to the circuit board 13; or the sixth electrode 1005, the seventh electrode 1006, the eighth electrode 1007, the ninth electrode 1008 and the tenth electrode 1009 are all electrically connected to the circuit board 13.
[0101] Preferably, the tail ends of the first electrode 1122 and the second electrode 1123 are exposed at the bottom of the outer compartment for electrical connection with the circuit board 13, and the tail end of the third electrode 1111 is exposed outside the bottom of the outer compartment for electrical connection with the circuit board. Similarly, in another embodiment, the tail ends of the sixth electrode 1005, the seventh electrode 1006, the eighth electrode 1007, the ninth electrode 1008, and the tenth electrode 1009 are also exposed outside the bottom of the outer compartment for electrical connection with the circuit board.
[0102] In the example, such as Figure 4 and Figure 11-14 As shown, the tail ends of the first electrode 1122, the second electrode 1123, and the third electrode 1111 are all provided with threads and limiting heads. After the first electrode 1122 and the second electrode 1123 pass through the circuit board and the outer compartment in sequence and extend into the inner compartment, the tail ends of the first electrode 1122 and the second electrode 1123 are both screwed and fixed to the circuit board. After the third electrode 1111 passes through the circuit board and extends into the outer compartment, the tail end of the third electrode 1111 is also screwed and fixed to the circuit board. In another embodiment, the tail ends of the sixth electrode 1005, the seventh electrode 1006, the eighth electrode 1007, the ninth electrode 1008, and the tenth electrode 1009 are also provided with threads and limiting heads. After the electrodes pass through the bottom wall of the nursing compartment and enter the corresponding inner compartment, the first outer compartment, or the second inner compartment, the tail ends of the electrodes are all screwed and fixed to the circuit board.
[0103] Preferably, the nursing compartment base 1 has a receiving cavity 14, and a power supply component 15 is provided in the receiving cavity 14, which can provide power to the nursing compartment.
[0104] In this example, the receiving cavity 14 is located below a plurality of care compartments 11. In this example, the circuit board 13 is received within the receiving cavity 14 below the care compartment.
[0105] Preferred, such as Figure 2-4 and Figure 13-14 As shown, the nursing compartment base 1 includes a nursing compartment base body 17 and a bottom cover 18. The nursing compartment base body 17 has a receiving cavity 14 at its bottom, and the bottom cover 18 closes onto the opening of the receiving cavity 14. In this example, the circuit board is fixed to the receiving cavity at the bottom of the nursing compartment via electrodes. Preferably, the bottom cover 18 is screwed or snapped onto the nursing compartment base body.
[0106] In the example, a battery slot is also provided on the bottom cover, into which a battery can be installed, and the battery slot opening is covered by a battery slot cover. Of course, the nursing compartment base 1 can be powered by the control panel 2 or by its own installed battery.
[0107] Preferably, the bottom cover 18 is further provided with an upwardly extending first baffle 181, which can prevent the care solution in the groove or care chamber from splashing out. In the example, the first baffle 181 is integrally connected with the bottom cover 18.
[0108] In a preferred embodiment, such as Figure 10-11 As shown, it also includes a cleaning chamber base 3, on which a solution tank 31 is provided. The solution tank 31 contains a solution, and a motor is provided at the bottom of the solution tank 31. The motor is configured to enable the solution to clean the lens in the solution. Multiple cleaning chambers 32 are provided on the upper part of the solution tank. The bottom of the cleaning chamber 32 is provided with an inlet and outlet 33. The cleaning chamber 32 is connected to the solution tank 31 through the inlet and outlet 33. The lens in the cleaning chamber 32 is placed in the solution that enters the cleaning tank through the inlet and outlet 33.
[0109] The cleaning kit is generally used to clean contact lenses before they are inserted into the eye, as there may be residue of glass cleaner, lubricant, or contact lens solution on the lenses. If these residues are not cleaned, the contact lenses may turn yellow. It can also be used in conjunction with the post-treatment cleaning kit to remove any residual contact lens solution from the treated lenses.
[0110] Preferably, the motor includes, but is not limited to, an ultrasonic motor, a vibration motor, or a flushing motor, etc., which can clean the contact lens by ultrasonic cleaning, by vibration cleaning, or by flushing with water, etc.
[0111] Preferably, the solution tank is configured to rinse, disinfect, etc., the trial lens case placed inside.
[0112] The solution in the cleaning chamber is either clean water or physiological saline. A 0.9% (w / w) physiological saline solution is preferred.
[0113] In the example, multiple motors are installed at the bottom of the solution tank 31.
[0114] Specifically, the cleaning chamber 32 is disposed on the cleaning cover 34, the cleaning cover 34 covers the solution tank 31, and the cleaning chamber 32 is submerged in the solution in the solution tank 31.
[0115] In the example, the cleaning chambers 32 are arranged in a regular pattern.
[0116] In the example, the cleaning cover 34 also has handle notches on both sides, making it easy to remove or put on the cleaning tank for pouring or pouring out the solution.
[0117] Preferably, the cleaning cover 34 is also provided with an upwardly extending second baffle 341, which can prevent the solution in the groove or cleaning chamber from splashing out. In the example, the second baffle 341 is integrally connected with the cleaning cover 34.
[0118] In a preferred example, the inner wall of the solution tank 31 includes a bottom wall 311 and a side wall 312. Preferably, the side wall 312 is a silicone side wall. More preferably, it also includes a connecting wall 313, configured to connect the bottom wall 311 and the side wall 312, wherein the side wall 312 is a silicone side wall and / or the connecting wall 313 is a silicone connecting wall. In an example, the connecting wall 313 is arc-shaped, connecting the bottom wall 311 and the side wall 312 in an arc shape.
[0119] In a preferred embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown, the control panel 2 includes control buttons 21, a display panel 22, a supply interface 23, and a control system; The control system is connected to the control button 21, the display panel 22 and the supply interface 23 respectively. The control button 21 is configured to control the operation of the nursing chamber 11 on the nursing chamber base 1 or the operation of the cleaning chamber on the cleaning chamber base through the control system. The display panel 22 is configured to display the nursing status of the nursing chamber 11 on the nursing chamber base, and / or whether there is nursing fluid in the nursing chamber 11 or whether the nursing fluid has reached the set scale, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the nursing chamber 11, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the groove 121, and / or the cleaning status of the cleaning chamber on the cleaning chamber base, and / or whether there is solution in the cleaning chamber 32 or whether the solution has reached the set scale, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the cleaning chamber 32. The surface of the nursing compartment base 1 is also provided with a connection interface 16, which can be connected to the supply interface 23 via a data cable; the surface of the cleaning compartment base is also provided with a cleaning compartment interface, which can be connected to the supply interface 23 via a data cable.
[0120] Preferably, the supply interface 23 includes a nursing compartment supply interface and a cleaning compartment supply interface, and the control button 21 also includes a nursing compartment control button and a cleaning compartment control button. Each nursing compartment control button corresponds one-to-one with a nursing compartment supply interface, and each cleaning compartment control button corresponds one-to-one with a cleaning compartment supply interface. More preferably, the multiple nursing compartments on the nursing compartment base are divided into multiple areas, and the nursing compartment control button is also equipped with multiple nursing buttons matching the multiple areas. Each area is independently controlled by its corresponding nursing button. In the example, the multiple nursing compartments on the nursing compartment base are divided into left and right areas, and the nursing compartment control button is also equipped with two nursing buttons. More preferably, the multiple cleaning compartments on the cleaning compartment base are also divided into multiple areas, and the cleaning compartment control button is also equipped with multiple cleaning buttons matching the multiple areas. Each area is independently controlled by its corresponding cleaning button. In the example, the multiple cleaning compartments on the cleaning compartment base are divided into left and right areas, and the cleaning compartment control button is also equipped with two cleaning buttons.
[0121] The control panel and the nursing compartment base are designed separately, which facilitates the connection and operation of multiple nursing compartment bases by the control panel. This also extends the lifespan of the nursing compartment base or cleaning compartment base, prevents water ingress, and saves on operating costs. Furthermore, the integrated control panel offers more comprehensive functions and more convenient monitoring.
[0122] Preferably, the supply interface 23 includes a nursing compartment supply interface and a cleaning compartment supply interface. More preferably, there can be one or more nursing compartment supply interfaces, and there can also be one or more cleaning compartment supply interfaces. In the example, there are multiple nursing compartment supply interfaces and multiple nursing compartment bases 1, each of which can be connected to a nursing compartment supply interface via a connection interface 16. In the example, there is one cleaning compartment supply interface and one cleaning compartment base; however, multiple cleaning compartment bases can be provided as needed, and the cleaning compartment bases can be connected to the cleaning compartment supply interfaces via cleaning compartment interfaces.
[0123] In a preferred example, there are multiple nursing compartment bases 1, and multiple nursing compartment bases can be connected to and used simultaneously with the operating table 2.
[0124] In one embodiment, when the nursing compartment includes an inner compartment and an outer compartment, the structure of the nursing compartment is as follows: Figure 5-8 As shown, the inner chamber 112 includes an inner chamber body 1124 and a pressure plate 1125, with the pressure plate 1125 fixing the sealing exchange membrane onto the inner chamber body 1124.
[0125] In the example, a first through hole is provided on the inner compartment body 1124, and a second through hole is provided on the mounting plate. The first through hole and the second through hole constitute a through hole.
[0126] A further preferred embodiment includes an annular sealing ring (not shown in the figure), with the pressure plate 1125 pressing the annular sealing ring and the exchange membrane onto the inner chamber body 1124.
[0127] Preferably, the pressure plate 1125 is a planar pressure plate, and the outer wall of the inner compartment body 1124 corresponding to the pressure plate is also planar.
[0128] Preferably, the surfaces of the pressure plate 1125 and the inner chamber body 1124 are fitted together to form an exchange membrane receiving groove, and the exchange membrane is received in the exchange membrane receiving groove; A ring-shaped ultrasonic line 1126 is provided on the pressure plate 1125. The ring-shaped ultrasonic line 1126 is wound around the periphery of the exchange membrane receiving groove. The pressure plate 1125 is ultrasonically welded to the outer wall of the inner chamber body through the ring-shaped ultrasonic line 1126. In this example, the ring-shaped ultrasonic line 1126 is located on the same plane.
[0129] In a further preferred embodiment, an ultrasonic groove 1127 is provided on the outer wall of the inner chamber body 1124, and an annular ultrasonic wire 1126 is housed in the ultrasonic groove 1127. During ultrasonic welding, the annular ultrasonic wire 1126 is ultrasonically melted and welded into the ultrasonic groove 1127.
[0130] Preferably, the inner chamber body 1124 and the pressure plate 1125 are also provided with a limiting structure. The inner chamber body 1124 is provided with at least two limiting posts 1128, and the pressure plate 1125 is provided with a limiting groove 1129 that cooperates with the limiting posts 1128. When the pressure plate 1125 presses the exchange membrane on the inner chamber body 1124, the limiting posts 1128 are accommodated in the limiting groove 1129.
[0131] In a preferred embodiment, the top of the inner compartment body 1124 is also provided with an arc-shaped outer edge 1120, which extends toward the inner wall of the outer compartment 111.
[0132] In another embodiment, when the nursing compartment includes an inner compartment, a first outer compartment, and a second outer compartment, the structure of the nursing compartment is as follows: Figure 15-19 As shown, the inner chamber includes an inner chamber body 1124, a first exchange membrane assembly 1010, and a second exchange membrane assembly 1011. A cation exchange membrane 1003 is fixedly disposed on the first exchange membrane assembly 1010, and an anion exchange membrane 1004 is fixedly disposed on the second exchange membrane assembly 1011. Two openings 1012 are opened on the side wall of the inner chamber body 1124. The first exchange membrane assembly 1010 is sealed and installed on one opening 1012, and the second exchange membrane assembly 1011 is sealed and installed on the other opening 1012.
[0133] In the example, an installation groove 1013 is provided on the opening 1012. An ultrasonic line is provided at the corresponding position of the first exchange membrane assembly 1010 and the installation groove 1013, and the first exchange membrane assembly 1010 is ultrasonically welded into the installation groove 1013. Similarly, an ultrasonic line is also provided at the corresponding position of the second exchange membrane assembly 1011 and the installation groove 1013, and the second exchange membrane assembly 1011 is ultrasonically welded into the installation groove 1013.
[0134] The first exchange membrane assembly 1010 includes a first support 1014, a first pressure plate 1015, and a cation exchange membrane 1003. The first support 1014 has a first through-hole 1016, and the first pressure plate 1015 has a second through-hole 1017. The first and second through-holes correspond to each other. The cation exchange membrane 1003 is sealed and covered by the first through-hole 1015, and the first pressure plate 1015 presses the cation exchange membrane 1003 onto the first support 1014. In this example, the first support 1014 has a membrane mounting groove 1018 and a pressure plate mounting groove 1019. The pressure plate mounting groove 1019 is larger than the membrane mounting groove 1018. The cation exchange membrane 1003 is housed within the membrane mounting groove 1018, and the first pressure plate 1015 is housed within the pressure plate mounting groove 1019. Preferably, the device further includes a sealing ring 1020, with the first pressure plate 1015 pressing the sealing ring 1020 and the cation exchange membrane 1003 within the membrane mounting groove 1018 of the first support 1014. More preferably, the first pressure plate 1015 is provided with a sealing ring rib 1021, which corresponds to the sealing ring 1020 and presses the sealing ring 1020 and the cation exchange membrane 11 onto the first support 1014. The sealing ring prevents leakage between the solutions in the inner chamber and the first outer chamber, or between the inner chamber and the second outer chamber. Preferably, the first pressure plate 1015 is also provided with an annular ultrasonic line, located outside the sealing ring and the sealing ring rib. The first pressure plate 1015 is ultrasonically welded to the pressure plate mounting groove 1019 of the first support 1014 via the annular ultrasonic line.
[0135] The structure of the second exchange membrane assembly 1011 is similar to that of the first exchange membrane assembly 1010, and will not be described in detail here.
[0136] All features of the above components can be freely combined without conflict. In addition, changes, modifications and alterations to the component structure are also within the scope of protection of this patent.
[0137] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "yet another embodiment," "another embodiment," "other embodiments," "example," or "specific example," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification.
[0138] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A mass care device for contact lenses, characterized in that, It includes a nursing chamber base (1) and an operating table (2). The nursing chamber base (1) and the operating table (2) are connected by wires, wireless or contact. Multiple nursing chambers (11) are provided on the nursing chamber base (1). The multiple nursing chambers (11) are arranged in a regular or irregular manner on the nursing chamber base (1). When in use, the nursing chambers are filled with nursing fluid. The nursing chamber (11) includes an outer chamber (111) and an inner chamber (112). An ion exchange membrane is provided on the side wall of the inner chamber (112). The solutions in the outer chamber (111) and the inner chamber (112) are electrically connected through the ion exchange membrane. At least one first electrode (1122) and at least one second electrode (1123) are provided in the inner chamber (112). The first electrode (1122) and the second electrode (1123) have opposite electrical properties. At least one third electrode (1111) is provided in the outer chamber (111). The third electrode (1111) is a positive electrode. A cover (12) is provided above the nursing compartment (11), and a plurality of grooves (121) are provided on the cover (12). The grooves (121) can hold contact lens lenses, and the grooves are connected to the nursing compartment. The control panel (2) includes at least a control button (21) and a control system. The control button (21) is connected to the control system and is configured to control the operation of the nursing compartment (11) on the nursing compartment base (1) through the control system.
2. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, A drain hole (122) is provided at the bottom of the groove (121), and the drain hole (122) is configured such that liquid in the groove (121) can flow through the drain hole (122) into the corresponding nursing compartment (11) below it; and / or A circuit board (13) is fixedly installed inside the nursing compartment base (1). The circuit board is located below the nursing compartment. The first electrode (1122), the second electrode (1123), and the third electrode (1111) are all electrically connected to the circuit board (13); and / or The nursing compartment base (1) is equipped with a disinfection component, which is capable of disinfecting the groove (121); and / or The nursing compartment base (1) has a receiving cavity (14) inside, and a power supply component (15) is installed inside the receiving cavity (14). The power supply component (15) can provide power to the nursing compartment.
3. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ion exchange membrane is a cation exchange membrane; the solution used in the nursing chamber for caring for contact lenses is a chloride ion-containing solution; and / or Multiple nursing compartments (11) are arranged in an array on the nursing compartment base (1); and / or There are multiple nursing compartment bases (1), and multiple nursing compartment bases can be connected to the operating table (2) at the same time.
4. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control panel (2) also includes a display panel (22) and a supply interface (23); The display panel (22) and the supply interface (23) are both connected to the control system. The display panel (22) is configured to display the nursing status of the nursing chamber (11) on the nursing chamber base, and / or whether there is nursing fluid in the nursing chamber (11) or whether the nursing fluid has reached the set scale, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the nursing chamber (11), and / or whether there is a contact lens in the groove (121); The nursing compartment base (1) is also provided with a connection interface (16), and the connection interface (16) and the supply interface (23) can be connected by a data cable.
5. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 1 or 4, characterized in that, It also includes a cleaning chamber base (3), on which a solution tank (31) is provided. The solution tank (31) contains a contact lens solution. A motor is provided at the bottom of the solution tank (31). The motor can agitate the contact lens solution to clean the lens in the contact lens solution. The upper part of the solution tank is provided with multiple cleaning chambers (32). The bottom of the cleaning chamber (32) is provided with inlet and outlet (33). The cleaning chamber (32) is connected to the solution tank (31) through the inlet and outlet (33). The lens in the cleaning chamber (32) is placed in the care solution that enters the cleaning tank through the inlet and outlet (33).
6. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, A cleaning chamber (32) is disposed on a cleaning cover (34), which covers a solution tank (31), and the cleaning chamber (32) is submerged in the nursing solution in the solution tank (31); and / or the inner wall of the solution tank (31) includes a bottom wall (311), a side wall (312) and a connecting wall (313), the connecting wall (313) being configured to connect the bottom wall (311) and the side wall (312); The sidewall (312) is a silicone sidewall, and / or the connecting wall (313) is a silicone connecting wall.
7. A mass care device for contact lenses, characterized in that, It includes a nursing chamber base (1) and an operating table (2). The nursing chamber base (1) and the operating table (2) are connected by wires, wireless or contact. Multiple nursing chambers (11) are provided on the nursing chamber base (1). The multiple nursing chambers (11) are arranged in a regular or irregular manner on the nursing chamber base (1). When in use, the nursing chambers are filled with nursing fluid. The nursing chamber (11) includes a first outer chamber (1001), a second outer chamber (1002), and an inner chamber (112) located inside the first and second outer chambers. A cation exchange membrane (1003) is provided between the inner chamber (112) and the first outer chamber (1001). The solutions in the inner chamber (112) and the first outer chamber (1001) are electrically connected through the cation exchange membrane (1003). An anion exchange membrane (1004) is provided between the inner chamber (112) and the second outer chamber (1002). The solutions in the inner chamber (112) and the second outer chamber (1002) are electrically connected through the anion exchange membrane (1004). The first outer compartment (1001) is provided with at least one sixth electrode (1005) and at least one seventh electrode (1006). When energized, the sixth electrode (1005) is the anode and the seventh electrode (1006) is the cathode. The second outer compartment (1002) is provided with at least one eighth electrode (1007) and at least one ninth electrode (1008). When energized, the eighth electrode (1007) is the anode and the ninth electrode (1008) is the cathode. The second outer compartment (1002) is provided with at least one tenth electrode (1009). A cover (12) is provided above the nursing compartment (11), and a plurality of grooves (121) are provided on the cover (12). The grooves (121) can hold contact lens lenses, and the grooves are connected to the nursing compartment. The control panel (2) includes at least a control button (21) and a control system. The control button (21) is connected to the control system and is configured to control the operation of the nursing compartment (11) on the nursing compartment base (1) through the control system.
8. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, A drain hole (122) is provided at the bottom of the groove (121). The drain hole (122) is configured such that the liquid in the groove (121) can flow into the corresponding nursing chamber (11) below it through the drain hole (122).
9. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The nursing compartment base (1) is equipped with a disinfection component, which is capable of disinfecting the nursing compartment base (1); and / or The solution used when caring for contact lenses in the nursing compartment is a chloride ion solution; and / or There are multiple nursing compartment bases (1), and multiple nursing compartment bases can be connected to the operating table (2) at the same time.
10. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a cleaning chamber base (3), on which a solution tank (31) is provided. The solution tank (31) contains a solution, and a motor is provided at the bottom of the solution tank (31). The motor is configured to enable the solution to clean the lens in the solution. The upper part of the solution tank is provided with multiple cleaning chambers (32). The bottom of the cleaning chamber (32) is provided with inlet and outlet (33). The cleaning chamber (32) is connected to the solution tank (31) through the inlet and outlet (33). The lens in the cleaning chamber (32) is placed in the care solution that enters the cleaning tank through the inlet and outlet (33).
11. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The control panel (2) also includes a display panel (22) and a supply interface (23); The display panel (22) and the supply interface (23) are both connected to the control system. The display panel (22) is configured to display the nursing status of the nursing chamber (11) on the nursing chamber base, and / or whether there is nursing fluid in the nursing chamber (11) or whether the nursing fluid has reached the set scale, and / or whether there is a contact lens in the nursing chamber (11), and / or whether there is a contact lens in the groove (121); The nursing compartment base (1) is also provided with a connection interface (16), and the connection interface (16) and the supply interface (23) can be connected by a data cable.
12. The contact lens mass care equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, A circuit board (13) is fixedly installed inside the nursing chamber base (1). The circuit board is located below the nursing chamber. The sixth electrode (1005), the seventh electrode (1006), the eighth electrode (1007), the ninth electrode (1008), and the tenth electrode (1009) are all electrically connected to the circuit board (13); and / or The sixth electrode (1005) is configured to be in communication with the ninth electrode (1008); The eighth electrode (1007) is configured to communicate with the ninth electrode (1008); The seventh electrode (1006) is configured to be in communication with the tenth electrode (1009).