An intelligent medication distribution box
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE202025103411
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-18
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-21
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-06-30
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of intelligent medical devices, in particular to an intelligent medication distribution box. TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
[0002] A pill box is a box used to store medications. A pill box with a reminder function is also known as a time-based pill box or electronic pill box. It is a household electronic reminder and medication distribution device, typically used to store medications and remind people to take their medications on time.
[0003] With the aging population and the increase in patients with chronic diseases, taking medicine on time and accurately has become a daily necessity for many people. Some smart medicine boxes only have a reminder function and often use complex structures or high-end solutions, which are not conducive to popularization, especially not suitable for daily use by families or individuals.
[0004] Therefore, we propose an intelligent medication distribution box to solve the above problems. CONTENT OF THE PRESENT APPLICATION(1) Technical problems solved
[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the utility model provides an intelligent drug distribution box, which solves the problems proposed in the above-mentioned background art that accurate drug distribution, regular reminder and misoperation cannot be realized and the degree of intelligence is low. (2) Technical solution
[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purposes, the utility model specifically adopts the following technical solutions: An intelligent medication distribution box comprises an outer liner, an inner liner movably disposed inside the outer liner, and a plurality of medication containers movably disposed inside the inner liner; The bottom of the outer liner is provided with an inner liner base, the top of the inner liner base is provided with a middle liner cylinder whose upper end extends into the inside of the inner tank, and the inside of the inner liner base is provided with a medicine distribution steering gear, and the output end of the medicine distribution steering gear is provided with a connecting shaft whose upper end passes through the middle liner cylinder and is fixed to the inside of the inner tank; One side of the middle cylinder of the inner liner is provided with a medicine dispensing port, and the bottom of the inner liner base is movably provided with a medicine dispensing box, one end of which is located below the medicine dispensing port; One side of the outer liner is provided with a shock mechanism base, and the inside of the shock mechanism base is provided with a shock steering gear, and the output end of the shock steering gear is gear-connected with a shock rack.
[0007] In addition, the width of the inner wall of the medicine container increases sequentially from top to bottom, the bottom of the medicine container is provided with medicine outlet holes penetrating into both sides of the medicine container at both ends, and the bottom of the inner wall of the medicine container is provided with a groove at the bottom of the medicine outlet hole.
[0008] In addition, the bottom and bottom of both sides of the drug container are equipped with anti-deception limiting slots and receiving slots, respectively, and multiple drug containers are distributed in the inner tank at equal intervals in a ring shape, and both sides of the drug container are also provided with multiple ventilation holes between the two anti-deception limiting slots.
[0009] In addition, the output end of the extension steering gear is provided with a gear that meshes with the medicine push rack, and one end of the medicine push rack has a circular shape that fits with the medicine dispensing hole.
[0010] In addition, the bottom of the inner tank is provided with several positioning magnets that match the number of medicine containers and correspond one to one, and the bottom of the inner tank is also provided with a zero magnet located at the bottom of one of the medicine containers, and the bottom of the ejection mechanism is provided with a control base, and the top of the control base is provided with a Hall sensor 1 and a Hall sensor 2, which correspond to the positioning magnet and the zero magnet respectively.
[0011] In addition, a transformer module is provided at the bottom of the inner wall of the control base, and a speaker and a main control panel are respectively provided on both sides of the inner wall of the control base.
[0012] In addition, a photoelectric counter is arranged inside the medicine dispensing port, the medicine dispensing port is arranged opposite to the medicine pusher rod, and the top of the base of the pusher mechanism is fixedly provided with a control cover, and the inside of the control cover is provided with a display screen.
[0013] Furthermore, a bearing is enclosed between the connecting shaft and the middle cylinder of the inner liner, and the top of the outer liner is movably provided with a top cover.
[0014] Furthermore, the bottom of the outer liner is firmly connected to the top of the inner liner base by an outer liner fixing ring, the bottom of the inner liner base is firmly provided with a steering gear fixing ring, and the top of the steering gear fixing ring is firmly connected to the bottom of the medicine dispenser steering gear.
[0015] In addition, the bottom of the locking ring of the steering gear is fixedly provided with a base, and the inside of the base is provided with a medicine box limiting slot, and the medicine receiving box is movably arranged inside the medicine box limiting slot, and one end of the medicine receiving box extends to the inside of the base and is provided with a handle. (3) Beneficial effects
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the utility model provides an intelligent medication distribution box that has the following advantageous effects: The utility model replaces the low-cost servo system with a positioning magnet, Hall switch positioning, gear, and pushrod mechanism to achieve precise drug distribution and rotation positioning, significantly reducing manufacturing costs and improving mechanical reliability. The design prevents misoperation and greatly lowers the threshold for use for elderly users. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Fig. 1 is a schematic diagram of the lining structure of the utility model; Fig. 2 is a side view of the lining structure of the utility model; Fig. 3 is a schematic structural diagram of the medicine collection box of the utility model; Fig. 4 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the inner tank of the utility model; Fig. 5 is a schematic structural diagram of the medicine container of the utility model; Fig. 6 is a schematic structural diagram of the positioning magnet and the zero magnet of the utility model; Fig. 7 is a schematic diagram showing the structure of the locking ring of the steering gear of the utility model; Fig. 8 is a structural cross-sectional view of the medicine container of the utility model.
[0017] In the picture: 1. Outer liner; 11, top cover; 12, outer liner locking ring; 2. Inner tank; 21 positioning magnet; 22. zero magnet; 3. Medicine storage; 31. Medicine outlet hole; 32 recess; 33. Anti-deception limit slot; 34. Take out slot; 35. Ventilation holes; 4. Lined base; 41 lined center cylinder; 42. Medicine distribution steering gear; 43 connecting shaft; 44. Medicine discharge port; 45. Photoelectric counter; 46, bearing; 5. Take out pill box; 51, handle; 6. Slide out mechanism base; 61. Slide out steering gear; 62. Push rack; 63 gear; 64 control cover; 65 screen; 7. Control base; 71. Hall sensor 1; 72. Hall sensor two; 73. Transformer module; 74 Speaker; 75. Main control panel; 8. Steering gear mounting ring; 9. Base; 91. Medication cassette limiting slot. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0018] Below, the technical solution in the embodiment of the utility model is described clearly and completely in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiment of the utility model. It is obvious that the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by a person skilled in the art without creative work fall within the scope of protection of the utility model. Examples of implementation
[0019] As in the Fig. 1-8, an intelligent medicine dispensing box proposed by an embodiment of the utility model includes an outer liner 1, the interior of the outer liner 1 being movably provided with an inner tank 2, and the interior of the inner tank 2 being movably provided with a plurality of medicine containers 3.
[0020] The outer liner 1 is provided at the bottom with an inner liner base 4, on the top of which is provided with an inner liner intermediate cylinder 41 whose upper end extends into the interior of the inner liner base 4, and inside the inner liner base 4 is provided with a medicine distribution steering gear 42 whose output with an upper end passes through the inner liner intermediate cylinder 41 and is fixed to the interior of the inner liner base 2.
[0021] One side of the inner liner cylinder 41 is provided with a medicine dispensing opening 44, and the bottom of the inner liner base 4 is movably provided with a medicine withdrawal cassette 5, one end of which is located below the medicine dispensing opening 44.
[0022] On one side of the outer lining 1, an extension mechanism base 6 is arranged, inside the extension mechanism base 6 there is arranged an extension steering gear 61, to the output end of which a push rack 62 is gear-connected.
[0023] As in Fig. 8, in some embodiments, the width of the inner wall of the medicine container 3 increases sequentially from top to bottom, and the bottom of the medicine container 3 is provided with medicine outlet holes 31 whose two ends pass through both sides of the medicine container 3, and the bottom of the inner wall of the medicine container 3 is provided with a recess 32 located at the bottom of the medicine outlet hole 31.
[0024] The increasing width of the inner wall of the medicine container 3 contributes to the medicine falling naturally and being positioned near the medicine outlet hole 31, and no jamming will occur during the process. Combined with the design of the recess 32, the medicine will not fall directly from the medicine outlet hole 31, ensuring that the pill is not easily stuck or displaced to accurately control only one pill at a time, thereby reducing the risk of missed or multiple doses.
[0025] As in Fig. 5, in some embodiments, the bottom and the bottom of both sides of the medicine container 3 are provided with a fool-proof limiting slot 33 and a receiving slot 34, respectively, and a plurality of medicine containers 3 are distributed annularly at equal intervals in the inner space 2, and both sides of the medicine container 3 are further provided with a plurality of ventilation holes 35 between the two fool-proof limiting slots 33.
[0026] The anti-dumb limiting slot 33 prevents the misalignment of the installation of the medicine container 3 to ensure the correct assembly of the split structure, the gripping slot 34 facilitates the user to easily operate the replacement of the medicine container 3 to improve the easy interactivity, the annular equidistant distribution optimizes the space utilization, increases the drug storage, improves the compactness,
[0027] As in Fig. 4, in some embodiments, the output end of the extension steering gear 61 is provided with a gear 63 that meshes with a push rack 62, one end of the push rack 62 having a circular shape that fits with the medication dispensing opening 31.
[0028] The meshing mechanism of the gear 63 and the rack realizes a smooth and reliable ejection movement, replacing the cost-effective servo motor solution and reducing manufacturing costs. The rounded end of the medication ejection rod 62 matches the shape of the medication ejection hole 31 to ensure precise ejection of the pill, prevent pill damage or ejection errors, improve the accuracy of medication delivery, and reduce the risk of malfunction.
[0029] As in Fig. 6, in some embodiments, the bottom of the inner tank 2 is provided with a plurality of positioning magnets 21 corresponding to the number of medicine containers 3 and corresponding one to one, and the bottom of the inner tank 2 is also provided with a zero magnet 22 at the bottom of one of the medicine containers 3, and the bottom of the ejection mechanism 6 is provided with a control base 7, and the top of the control base 7 is provided with a Hall sensor 1 71 and a Hall sensor 2 72.
[0030] The positioning magnet 21 and the Hall sensor 71 work together to realize a magnetic positioning rotation system that accurately detects the position of the medicine container 3, avoids the problem of traditional mechanical limit wear, and improves reliability and service life. The reference position of the medicine container 3, the power-on calibration prevents misalignment, ensures accuracy of the medicine dispensing process, reduces the risk of incorrect administration, and strengthens safety.
[0031] As in Fig. 6, in some embodiments, a transformer module 73 is provided at the bottom of the inner wall of the control base 7, and speakers 74 and main control panels 75 are provided on both sides of the inner wall of the control base 7, respectively.
[0032] The transformer module 73, photoelectric counter 45, speaker 74, Hall sensor 1 71, Hall sensor 2 72, display screen 65, medicine distribution steering gear 42, photoelectric counter 45, and outlet steering gear 61 are all electrically connected to the main control board 75. The transformer module 73 supports direct Type-C power supply, provides stable power input, and simplifies user operation.
[0033] As in Fig. 5, in some embodiments, a photoelectric counter 45 is provided inside the drug delivery port 44, and the drug delivery port 44 is positioned opposite the drug pusher rod 62, and the top of the pusher mechanism base 6 is fixedly provided with a control cover 64, and the inside of the control cover 64 is provided with a display screen 65.
[0034] Each time a medication is dispensed, it passes through the photoelectric counter 45 from the medication dispensing port 44. The photoelectric counter 45 collects real-time statistics and secondary detection of the amount of medication dispensed and compares it with the set amount. An alarm is triggered to prevent incorrect or multiple doses and improve safety.
[0035] How Fig. As shown in Figure 7, in some embodiments, a bearing 46 is sleeve-shaped between the connecting shaft 43 and the central cylinder 41 of the inner lining, the upper side of the outer lining 1 being movably provided with an upper cover 11.
[0036] The bearing 46 reduces the rotational friction of the connecting shaft 43, ensures smooth rotation of the inner tank 2 and improves mechanical reliability and durability, and the upper cover 11 is movably arranged to protect the internal components, isolate external dust and moisture, and maintain an internal closed and moisture-proof environment to prevent medicines from becoming damp.
[0037] As in Fig. 5, in some embodiments, the bottom of the outer liner 1 is fixedly connected to the top of the inner liner base 4 via an outer liner fixing ring 12, on the bottom of the inner liner base 4 is fixedly provided with a steering gear fixing ring 8, the top of which is fixedly connected to the bottom of the medication dispenser steering gear 42.
[0038] The outer liner fixing ring 12 and the steering gear fixing ring 8 establish a stable connection to ensure a solid overall structure and reduce the risk of malfunction caused by shaking. The mechanical stability of the system, prolongs the service life and meets the goal of high reliability design.
[0039] As in Fig. 7, in some embodiments, the bottom of the steering gear fixing ring 8 is fixedly provided with a base 9, and the interior of the base 9 is provided with a medicine box restricting slot 91, and the medicine cassette 5 is movably disposed inside the medicine cassette restricting slot 91, and one end of the medicine cassette 5 extends into the interior of the base 9 and is provided with a handle 51.
[0040] The limit slot 91 of the medicine box guides the medicine box 5 for accurate positioning to prevent the medicine from spilling during the withdrawal process, and the handle 51 is designed for the user to easily take out the medicine, simplifying the operation process, especially suitable for the elderly or children to avoid misoperation, and the drawer-type medicine receiving structure ensures the safe withdrawal of medicine and solves the problem that the traditional medicine box is easy to spill.
[0041] In summary, the high-cost servo system is replaced by the positioning magnet 21, the Hall switch positioning and gear 63, and the push rod 62 to achieve precise drug distribution and rotation positioning, significantly reduce manufacturing costs, and improve mechanical reliability. The structure is simplified and compact, economically advantageous, and has broad application prospects.
[0042] Finally, it should be noted that the above is only a preferred embodiment of the utility model and does not serve to limit the utility model. Although the utility model is described in detail with reference to the above-mentioned embodiments, it may still modify the technical solutions described in the above-mentioned embodiments or replace some of the technical features with equivalents. All modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc., made in the spirit and principles of the utility model are included within the scope of protection of the utility model. SUMMARY
[0043] The utility model belongs to the technical field of intelligent medical devices, especially to an intelligent medicine dispensing box. It includes an outer liner, the inside of the outer liner is movably provided with an inner tank, and a plurality of medicine containers are movably arranged inside the inner tank; the bottom of the outer liner is provided with an inner liner bottom. The utility model replaces the low-cost servo system with positioning magnets, Hall switch positioning and gear and medicine pusher rack and pinion mechanism, realizes precise medicine dispensing and rotation positioning, greatly reduces manufacturing costs and improves mechanical reliability. It adopts sound and visual reminders rather than buttons. Design to avoid misoperation, greatly lowering the threshold for elderly users.
Claims
[1] An intelligent medication distribution box comprising an outer lining (1), characterized by that: the interior of the outer lining (1) is movably provided with an inner tank (2) and the interior of the inner tank (2) is movably provided with a plurality of medicament containers (3); The bottom of the outer liner (1) is provided with an inner liner base (4), the top of the inner liner base (4) is provided with a middle liner cylinder (41) whose upper end extends into the interior of the inner liner (2), and the interior of the inner liner base (4) is provided with a medicine distribution steering gear (42), and the output end of the medicine distribution steering gear (42) is provided with a connecting shaft (43) whose upper end is connected by the middle liner cylinder (41); One side of the inner liner cylinder (41) is provided with a medicine dispensing opening (44), and the bottom of the inner liner base (4) is movably provided with a medicine dispensing box (5) having one end located below the medicine dispensing opening (44); On one side of the outer liner (1) there is arranged an extension mechanism base (6), and inside the extension mechanism base (6) there is arranged an extension steering gear (61), and the output end of the extension steering gear (61) is gear-connected to a push rack (62). [2] An intelligent drug distribution box according to claim 1, characterized bythat the width of the inner wall of the drug container (3) increases from top to bottom, the bottom of the drug container (3) is provided with drug outlet holes (31) whose ends penetrate both sides of the drug container (3), and the bottom of the inner wall of the drug container (3) is provided with a groove (32) at the bottom of the drug outlet holes (31). [3] An intelligent medication distribution box according to claim 1, characterized by that the bottom and the bottom of both sides of the medicine container (3) are each provided with fool-proof limiting slots (33) and receiving slots (34), and a plurality of the medicine containers (3) are distributed annularly at equal intervals inside the inner tank (2), and a plurality of ventilation holes (35) between the two fool-proof limiting slots (33) are provided on both sides of the medicine container (3). [4] An intelligent medication distribution box according to claim 1, characterized by that the output end of the extension steering gear (61) is provided with a gear (63) which meshes with a medicine push rack (62), and one end of the medicine push rack (62) has a circular shape which fits with the medicine dispensing opening (31). [5] An intelligent medication distribution box according to claim 1, characterized by that the bottom of the inner tank (2) is equipped with a plurality of positioning magnets (21) which match the number of medicine containers (3) and correspond one to one, the bottom of the inner tank (2) is also equipped with a zero magnet (22), and the top of the control base (7) is equipped with a Hall sensor 1 (71) and a Hall sensor 2 (72). [6] An intelligent medication distribution box according to claim 5, characterized bythat a transformer module (73) is arranged at the bottom of the inner wall of the control base (7) and loudspeakers (74) and main control plate (75) are arranged on both sides of the inner wall of the control base (7). [7] An intelligent medication distribution box according to claim 1, characterized by that a photoelectric counter (45) is arranged inside the drug delivery opening (44), the drug delivery opening (44) and the drug pusher rod (62) are opposite, and the top of the pusher mechanism base (6) is fixedly provided with a control cover (64), and the inside of the control cover (64) is provided with a display screen (65). [8] An intelligent medication distribution box according to claim 1, characterized by that a bearing (46) is enclosed between the connecting shaft (43) and the central cylinder (41) of the inner lining and the upper side of the outer lining (1) is movably provided with an upper cover (11). [9] An intelligent medication distribution box according to claim 1, characterized by that the bottom of the outer liner (1) is fixedly connected to the top of the inner liner base (4) by an outer liner fixing ring (12), the bottom of the inner liner base (4) being fixedly provided with a steering gear fixing ring (8), and the top of the steering gear fixing ring (8) being fixedly connected to the bottom of the drug distribution steering gear (42). [10] An intelligent medication distribution box according to claim 9, characterized by that the bottom of the steering gear locking ring (8) is fixedly provided with a base (9) and the interior of the base (9) is provided with a medicine box restricting groove (91), and the medicine box (5) is movably arranged inside the medicine box restricting groove (91), and one end of the medicine box (5) extends into the interior of the base (9) and is provided with a handle (51).