An eye drop usage reminder storage box

By designing an eye drop usage reminder storage box, which automatically records the number of uses using a knob and ratchet mechanism, and combining an electromagnetic lock and a reflection sensor, the problem of accurately recording the number of eye drop uses is solved, achieving efficient and accurate usage reminders and dust prevention functions.

CN224937385UActive Publication Date: 2026-11-06KUQA PEOPLES HOSPITAL
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202522129702.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-10-09
Publication Date
2026-11-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-10-09

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In the current technology, the use of eye drops can only rely on manual recording, which is prone to forgetting or confusion, and cannot accurately record the number of times different patients use different types of eye drops.

Method used

An eye drop usage reminder storage box was designed. It uses a knob to record the number of uses, combined with a ratchet mechanism and an electromagnetic lock to ensure that the knob can only be turned clockwise. It is equipped with a rotatable cover and a shielding cover, and achieves automatic recording and reminder through electromagnetic lock and reflection sensor.

Benefits of technology

It effectively avoids omissions and confusion caused by human record keeping, ensuring the accuracy and dust-proof effect of eye drops, and is simple and efficient to operate.

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Abstract

This utility model discloses an eye drop usage reminder storage box, including an installation box and storage boxes. The installation box is equipped with a knob for recording the number of uses. Multiple storage boxes are provided, with each knob corresponding to a specific storage box. All storage boxes are fixed to the installation box. Each storage box is used to store eye drops, and a cover is rotatably connected to each box. A number plate corresponding to each eye drop is fixed to each storage box. By setting knobs that correspond one-to-one with the storage boxes, and using numbers on the circumference of the knobs to record the number of uses, the number of eye drop uses is accurately recorded, effectively avoiding omissions and confusion caused by manual recording and improving the accuracy of eye drop usage.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of eye drop storage boxes, and in particular to an eye drop usage reminder storage box. Background Technology

[0002] The use of eye drops is extremely common during the treatment and rehabilitation process of ophthalmology patients in hospitals. Different patients choose different types of eye drops, use them at different intervals, and in different dosages. Even the same patient may use multiple types of eye drops simultaneously. Currently, the use of different types of eye drops for different patients relies solely on manual recording of usage frequency. This easily leads to forgotten uses of some eye drops or confusion regarding the frequency of use for different eye drops. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problem mentioned in the background art that the use of different types of eye drops for different patients can only rely on manual recording of the number of times they are used, which easily leads to the forgetting to use some eye drops or confusion about the number of times each type of eye drop is used.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: An eye drop usage reminder storage box includes an installation box and a storage box. The installation box is equipped with a knob for recording the number of uses. Multiple storage boxes are provided, with each knob corresponding to a storage box. All storage boxes are fixed to the installation box. Each storage box is used to store eye drops. A cover is rotatably connected to each storage box, and a number plate corresponding to the eye drops is fixed on each storage box.

[0005] Preferably, a rotating shaft is rotatably connected inside the mounting box, the rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the knob, and a ratchet mechanism is mounted on the rotating shaft. The ratchet mechanism includes a ratchet, a pawl, and a tension spring.

[0006] Preferably, the mounting box is provided with a reset component, which includes multiple reset rods for separating the pawl from the ratchet. The reset rods are located on the lower side of the pawl. A mounting ring is fixed inside the mounting box, and a coil spring is provided inside the mounting ring. The two ends of the coil spring are fixed to the mounting ring and the rotating shaft, respectively.

[0007] Preferably, the plurality of reset rods are connected by a synchronization frame, and an electric cylinder is provided on the lower side of the synchronization frame, the electric cylinder being fixed inside the mounting box.

[0008] Preferably, the mounting box is provided with a reset button and a controller, and both the electric cylinder and the reset button are electrically connected to the controller.

[0009] Preferably, an electromagnetic lock is provided on the front side of the storage box, and the electromagnetic lock is used to connect the cover plate and the storage box.

[0010] Preferably, multiple detection rods are evenly distributed along the circumference of the rotating shaft, and a reflection sensor is provided on the lower side of each detection rod.

[0011] Preferably, the storage box has a cover installed on the front side.

[0012] Preferably, the bottom of the storage box has a wiring hole that extends into the mounting box.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: By setting knobs that correspond one-to-one with the storage box, the number of times the eye drops are used is recorded using the numbers on the circumference of the knobs. This effectively avoids omissions and confusion caused by manual recording and improves the accuracy of eye drop usage.

[0014] The storage box is equipped with a rotating lid that effectively prevents dust. A cover is provided to shield the electromagnetic lock, and one end of the lid will pop up as a reminder when the electromagnetic lock is unlocked.

[0015] The ratchet mechanism works in conjunction with the coil spring to ensure that the knob can only be rotated clockwise to record the number of times. It automatically resets to zero upon resetting and will not be over-rotated. The reset component allows multiple knobs to reset synchronously, making operation simple and efficient. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments 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.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the opening of one of the cover plates of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the mounting box of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 4 For the present utility model Figure 3 Enlarged diagram of point A in the middle.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the reset component of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 6 For the present utility model Figure 5 Enlarged diagram of point B in the middle.

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the baffle and stop block of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the wiring hole of this utility model.

[0025] Drawing number descriptions: 1. Mounting box; 2. Storage box; 21. Cover plate; 22. Numbering plate; 23. Cover; 24. Wiring hole; 3. Knob; 31. Rotating shaft; 32. Detection rod; 4. Ratchet mechanism; 41. Ratchet; 42. Pad; 43. Tension spring; 5. Reset component; 51. Reset rod; 52. Mounting ring; 53. Coil spring; 54. Baffle; 55. Stop block; 56. Synchronizing frame; 57. Electric cylinder; 58. Reset button; 6. Controller; 7. Battery; 8. Electromagnetic lock; 9. Reflection sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] The following description is intended to disclose the present invention so that those skilled in the art can implement it. The preferred embodiments described below are merely examples, and other obvious modifications will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The basic principles of the present invention defined in the following description can be used in other embodiments, modifications, improvements, equivalents, and other technical solutions that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention.

[0028] Those skilled in the art should understand that in the disclosure of this utility model, the terms "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "left", "right", "front", "rear", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or position based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the purpose of simplifying the description of this utility model 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. Therefore, the above terms should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0029] It is understood that the term "a" should be understood as "at least one" or "one or more", that is, in one embodiment, the number of an element can be one, while in another embodiment, the number of the element can be multiple, and the term "a" should not be understood as a limitation on the number.

[0030] Please see Figures 1-8An eye drop usage reminder storage box includes an installation box 1 and a storage box 2. The installation box 1 is equipped with a knob 3 for recording the number of uses. Multiple numbers are set on the circumference of the knob 3 to record the number of uses of the eye drops in each storage box 2. The numbers are fixed on the surface of the installation box 1. The knob 3 rotates clockwise and has an indicator arrow pointing to the number of uses. Multiple storage boxes 2 are provided and arranged in a row. The knob 3 is set one-to-one with the storage box 2. All storage boxes 2 are fixed to the installation box 1. The storage boxes 2 are used to store eye drops. A cover plate 21 is rotatably connected to the storage box 2. The cover plate 21 can prevent dust. A number plate 22 corresponding to the eye drops is fixed on the storage box 2. The number plate 22 can be used to identify which type of eye drops are in the storage box 2.

[0031] A rotating shaft 31 is rotatably connected inside the mounting box 1. The rotating shaft 31 is fixedly connected to the knob 3. One end of the rotating shaft 31 is located inside the mounting box 1, and the other end extends out of the mounting box 1 and is fixed to the knob 3. A ratchet mechanism 4 is mounted on the rotating shaft 31. The ratchet mechanism 4 is prior art and will not be described further. The ratchet mechanism 4 includes a ratchet 41, a pawl 42, and a tension spring 43. When the knob 3 is turned to the corresponding number, the pawl 42 can fix the ratchet 41. When the pawl 42 is not disengaged from the ratchet 41, the knob 3 cannot be turned counterclockwise.

[0032] The mounting box 1 is equipped with a reset component 5, which includes multiple reset levers 51 for separating the pawl 42 from the ratchet 41. The reset levers 51 are located below the pawl 42. A mounting ring 52 is fixed inside the mounting box 1, and a coil spring 53 is disposed inside the mounting ring 52. The two ends of the coil spring 53 are fixed to the mounting ring 52 and the rotating shaft 31, respectively. By moving the reset levers 51 upward, the pawl 42 separates from the ratchet 41. Under the action of the coil spring 53, the rotating shaft 31 resets, thereby resetting the knob 3.

[0033] Furthermore, to prevent the knob 3 from over-resetting, a baffle 54 is fixed inside the mounting box 1, and a stop block 55 is fixed on the rotating shaft 31. When the baffle 54 contacts the stop block 55, the knob 3 is in the zero state. The stop block 55 and the detection rod 32 are misaligned on the shaft of the rotating shaft 31 to prevent the stop block 55 from being detected by the reflection sensor 9. When the coil spring 53 resets the knob 3, the stop block 55 is blocked by the baffle 54, thus making the knob 3 return to zero. This also facilitates the pawl 42 to re-engage the ratchet 41 after descending.

[0034] Multiple reset rods 51 are connected by a synchronization frame 56. An electric cylinder 57 is installed on the lower side of the synchronization frame 56 and is fixed inside the mounting box 1. The synchronization frame 56 and the reset rods 51 do not affect the use of the ratchet mechanism 4. A limit rod is installed inside the mounting box 1, which passes through the synchronization frame 56 and is slidably connected to the synchronization frame 56.

[0035] The mounting box 1 is equipped with a reset button 58 and a controller 6. The electric cylinder 57 and the reset button 58 are both electrically connected to the controller 6. The mounting box 1 contains a power supply battery 7, which is electrically connected to the controller 6. The controller 6 has a relay unit.

[0036] Pressing the reset button 58 causes the controller 6 to extend the electric cylinder 57 first and then return it. The extension and return of the electric cylinder 57 are both performed slowly, causing the synchronous frame 56 and the reset rod 51 to move up and then down. When the reset rod 51 moves up, the pawl 42 rotates upward on its own axis, and at the same time the tension spring 43 is stretched, releasing the engagement between the pawl 42 and the ratchet 41. During the downward movement of the reset rod 51, the tension spring 43 causes the pawl 42 to reset. Before the reset, the coil spring 53 has already reset the ratchet 41, and the knob 3 is returned to zero. When the pawl 42 resets, the pawl 42 and the ratchet 41 re-engage.

[0037] An electromagnetic lock 8 is provided on the front side of the storage box 2, which is used to connect the cover plate 21 and the storage box 2. A cover 23 is installed on the front side of the storage box 2. The cover 23 is used to cover the electromagnetic lock 8. The main structure of the electromagnetic lock 8 is installed on the storage box 2. The locking rod of the electromagnetic lock 8 is fixed to the cover plate 21. The electromagnetic lock 8 is existing technology, such as the locker of express delivery. When the locker door is opened, the locker door will pop open. The cover plate 21 of this application is the same. When opened, one end of the cover plate 21 will pop up to remind people that the cover plate 21 has been unlocked. A wiring hole 24 extending into the mounting box 1 is opened at the bottom of the storage box 2. The electromagnetic lock 8 is electrically connected to the controller 6 through the wiring hole 24. Multiple detection rods 32 are evenly distributed in the circumferential direction on the rotating shaft 31. A reflection sensor 9 is provided on the lower side of the detection rod 32. The reflection sensor 9 is set one-to-one with the rotating shaft 31 and is fixed in the mounting box 1. The reflection sensor 9 is electrically connected to the controller 6, and the reflection sensor 9 can detect the passing detection rod 32.

[0038] In use, turn knob 3. Knob 3 rotates shaft 31 and ratchet 41, causing coil spring 53 to coil. Knob 3 stops when it reaches an adjacent number, indicating that the eye drops in storage box 2 are ready for use. The number indicates the total number of uses. During each turn of knob 3, detection rod 32 passes directly above reflection sensor 9. Reflection sensor 9 sends information to controller 6, which in turn sends information to electromagnetic lock 8, unlocking cover 21. Personnel can then manually open cover 21 to use the eye drops. After use, press down on cover 21, locking cover 21 to storage box 2 via electromagnetic lock 8. The process is the same for all eye drops in storage box 2 before use. After all the eye drops have been used up in a day, press the reset button 58. The controller 6 will cause the electric cylinder 57 to slowly extend and then retract, so that all knobs 3 are in the zero state. Before the electric cylinder 57 starts, the controller 6 will de-energize the reflection sensor 9 to prevent the reflection sensor 9 from transmitting a signal to the controller 6, thereby preventing the electromagnetic lock 8 from opening. After the extended end of the electric cylinder 57 is reset, the reflection sensor 9 will be energized.

[0039] Those skilled in the art should understand that the embodiments of the present invention described above and shown in the accompanying drawings are merely examples and do not limit the present invention. The purpose of the present invention has been fully and effectively achieved. The functions and structural principles of the present invention have been shown and explained in the embodiments. Without departing from the stated principles, the implementation of the present invention may have any variations or modifications.

Claims

1. An eye drop usage reminder storage box, characterized in that, include: The installation box (1) has a knob (3) on it for recording the number of times it is used. Storage box (2), which is provided in multiple ways, with the knob (3) corresponding to the storage box (2) one by one, and the multiple storage boxes (2) are fixed on the mounting box (1). The storage box (2) is used to store eye drops. The storage box (2) is rotatably connected to the cover plate (21), and the storage box (2) is fixed with the corresponding number plate (22) of the eye drops.

2. The eye drop usage reminder storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting box (1) is rotatably connected to a rotating shaft (31), which is fixedly connected to a knob (3). A ratchet mechanism (4) is mounted on the rotating shaft (31), which includes a ratchet (41), a pawl (42), and a tension spring (43).

3. The eye drop usage reminder storage box according to claim 2, characterized in that: The mounting box (1) is provided with a reset component (5), which includes multiple reset rods (51) for separating the pawl (42) from the ratchet (41). The reset rods (51) are located on the lower side of the pawl (42). A mounting ring (52) is fixed inside the mounting box (1). A coil spring (53) is provided inside the mounting ring (52). The two ends of the coil spring (53) are fixed to the mounting ring (52) and the rotating shaft (31) respectively.

4. The eye drop usage reminder storage box according to claim 3, characterized in that: Multiple reset rods (51) are connected by a timing frame (56), and an electric cylinder (57) is provided on the lower side of the timing frame (56). The electric cylinder (57) is fixed inside the mounting box (1).

5. The eye drop usage reminder storage box according to claim 4, characterized in that: The mounting box (1) is equipped with a reset button (58) and a controller (6), and the electric cylinder (57) and the reset button (58) are both electrically connected to the controller (6).

6. The eye drop usage reminder storage box according to claim 2, characterized in that: An electromagnetic lock (8) is provided on the front side of the storage box (2), and the electromagnetic lock (8) is used to connect the cover plate (21) and the storage box (2).

7. The eye drop usage reminder storage box according to claim 6, characterized in that: Multiple detection rods (32) are evenly distributed in the circumferential direction on the rotating shaft (31), and a reflection sensor (9) is provided on the lower side of the detection rod (32).

8. The eye drop usage reminder storage box according to claim 7, characterized in that: The storage box (2) has a cover (23) installed on the front side.

9. An eye drop usage reminder storage box according to claim 8, characterized in that: The storage box (2) has a wiring hole (24) at the bottom that extends into the mounting box (1).