Accessory kit for physiological parameter monitoring device and method of operation thereof
The accessory kit for physiological parameter monitoring devices integrates a charging device with the transmitter, addressing handling and storage issues while reducing contamination and costs by facilitating easy separation of components.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- JP2025002946U
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-06-21
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-28
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-22
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-04
AI Technical Summary
Existing technologies for physiological parameter monitoring devices do not efficiently integrate a solution for handling and storage of the reusable transmitter and charging devices, leading to potential contamination and increased costs due to separate components.
An accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device that includes a closable body to house a transmitter and a charging device, allowing for easy handling and storage, with a design that facilitates the separation of used sensor modules and transmitters.
The solution provides a convenient and efficient method for charging and storing the transmitter, reducing contamination risks and lowering costs by integrating the charging device with the transmitter, thus enhancing user experience and environmental sustainability.
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Abstract
Description
[Technical Field]
[0001] The present invention relates to an accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device, and more particularly to an accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device including a closable body capable of accommodating multiple health monitoring accessories, a transmitter being a reusable electronic device for collecting and transmitting physiological signals of a living body in a continuous physiological signal measurement device, and a charging device being used to charge the transmitter. [Background technology]
[0002] Recent technological advances and lifestyle changes have enabled some tests that previously required hospital visits to be performed at home. This shift in lifestyle, in particular, has accelerated the development of this industry. Measuring blood glucose levels is a key step in effectively monitoring and treating diabetes. Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems have developed rapidly over the past 20 years. Furthermore, because CGM systems require users to wear them for extended periods of time, miniaturization of devices is inevitable. Generally, the basic structure of a CGM system primarily consists of a sensor, a transmitter, and a sensor inserter. The sensor is used to measure physiological signals corresponding to the glucose concentration in the human body. The transmitter is typically combined with a patch base equipped with a transmitter for transmitting and receiving physiological signals. The sensor inserter is typically a mechanical device that attaches the patch base equipped with the sensor to the skin surface and implants part of the transmitter under the user's skin. The transmitter is a relatively expensive electronic component and typically includes a processing element for processing the signals from the transmitter and transmitting the processed signals wirelessly. Therefore, if the transmitter is a reusable component, the objectives of environmental protection and cost reduction can be achieved. Therefore, to make the transmitter reusable, the power to the transmitter needs to be replenished. To avoid the contamination of discarded batteries that may occur when using ordinary batteries, the batteries in the transmitter are mainly rechargeable batteries. Therefore, in this technical field, a charger is required to be used with the transmitter. Furthermore, these healthcare devices and related consumables are separate items. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]
[0003] To overcome the drawbacks of the prior art, an accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device is disclosed, which allows the user to carry a charging device and a physiological signal transmitter together with the necessary components. The special design of the present invention not only solves the above problems but is also easy to implement. Therefore, the present invention is useful for the industry. [Means for solving the problem]
[0004] To facilitate handling and storage of the charging device and transmitter, the present invention provides an accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device. During use, the transmitter is removed from the patch base and inserted into the charging device for charging. During storage, the accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device includes a closable body for housing multiple health monitoring accessories.
[0005] According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided an accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device. The accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device includes a closable body configured to accommodate a plurality of health monitoring devices. The plurality of health monitoring devices includes at least a transmitter housing for housing a transmitter, a charger for the transmitter, and a splitter for separating a used sensor module and a transmitter. When the closable body is in an open state, in a first operating state, the transmitter is removed from the transmitter housing and mounted on the sensor to form the physiological parameter monitoring device for monitoring the physiological parameter. In a second operating state, a separation unit is removed to separate a used sensor base from the transmitter.
[0006] The above objects and advantages of the present invention will become more readily apparent to those skilled in the art after reviewing the following detailed description and accompanying drawings. [Brief explanation of the drawings]
[0007] [Figure 1A] 1 is a perspective view showing the appearance of a charging device without a transmitter according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 1B] 1 is a perspective view showing the appearance of a charging device in which a transmitter according to an embodiment of the present invention is disposed; [Figure 1C] 1B is a view of the charging device of FIG. 1A from another angle. [Figure 1D] 1B is a view of the charging device of FIG. 1A from yet another angle. [Figure 1E] FIG. 1B is a bottom view of the charging device of FIG. 1A. [Figure 1F] FIG. 1B is a rear view of the charging device of FIG. 1A. [Figure 1G] FIG. 1C is a top perspective rear view of the charging device of FIG. 1B. [Figure 2] FIG. 1C is an exploded view of the charging device of FIG. 1B. [Figure 3A] 1 is a schematic diagram showing the appearance of a transmitter of the present invention during detection; [Figure 3B] FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the transmitter of the present invention taken along the YY direction during detection. [Figure 3C] FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line XX when the transmitter of the present invention is detecting. [Figure 3D] 1 is a schematic diagram of a transmitter and a sensor module separated according to the present invention; [Figure 4A] 1 is a cross-sectional side perspective view of a charging device of the present invention taken along a different off-center section line, showing the transmitter not placed in the charger; FIG. [Figure 4B] 1 is a cross-sectional side perspective view of a charging device of the present invention taken along a different off-center section line, showing the transmitter not placed in the charger; FIG. [Figure 4C] 1 is a cross-sectional side perspective view of a charging device of the present invention taken along a different off-center section line, showing the transmitter not placed in the charger; FIG. [Figure 4D] 10 is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of a shutdown module of the charging device of the present invention; [Figure 5A] 1 is a cross-sectional perspective view of the charging device of the present invention, showing the transmitter placed in the charger; [Figure 5B] 1 is another cross-sectional perspective view of the charging device of the present invention, showing the second electrical connection port moved from the first position to the second position; FIG. [Figure 5C] 1 is another cross-sectional perspective view of the charging device of the present invention, showing the transmitter placed on the charger and the second electrical connection port moved from the first position to the second position, hiding the transmitter; FIG. [Figure 6A]1 is a cross-sectional side perspective view of the charging device of the present invention taken along a different cutting line from the center line, showing the transmitter placed in the charger and in operation; FIG. [Figure 6B] 1 is a cross-sectional side perspective view of the charging device of the present invention taken along a different cutting line from the center line, showing the transmitter placed in the charger and in operation; FIG. [Figure 6C] 1 is a cross-sectional side perspective view of the charging device of the present invention taken along a different cutting line from the center line, showing the transmitter placed in the charger and in operation; FIG. [Figure 6D] 1 is a side cross-sectional perspective view of the rear bottom vertical side of the charging device of the present invention, showing the transmitter placed in the charger and operation completed. FIG. [Figure 6E] 2 is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the charging device of the present invention and various external power sources; [Figure 7A] 1 is a schematic perspective view showing the inside of a charging device according to the present invention with the main body hidden; [Figure 7B] 1 is a schematic perspective view showing the inside of a charging device according to the present invention with the main body hidden; [Figure 7C] 10 is a side cross-sectional view of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 8A] 1 is a top cross-sectional view of a charging device in use with a transmitter according to the present invention attached thereto; [Figure 8B] 1 is a top cross-sectional view of a charging device in use with a transmitter according to the present invention attached thereto; [Figure 9A] 10 is a top cross-sectional view of a charging device having an operating end and a transmitter attached thereto in use according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 9B] 10 is a top cross-sectional view of a charging device having an operating end and a transmitter attached thereto in use according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 10] 2 is a schematic diagram of a contact point of the first conductive connector according to the present invention; [Figure 11] 2 is a circuit diagram of the charging device and transmitter of the present invention; [Figure 12A] 1 is a perspective cross-sectional view of a moisture-proof assembly of a charging device according to the present invention in use; [Figure 12B]2 is a schematic view showing the appearance of the moisture-proof assembly of the charging device in use according to the present invention; [Figure 12C] 1 is a perspective cross-sectional view of a moisture-proof assembly of a charging device in use, covered with a cover according to the present invention; [Figure 12D] 10 is a perspective cross-sectional view of a moisture-proof assembly of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention in use; FIG. [Figure 12E] 10 is a perspective cross-sectional view of a moisture-proof assembly of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention in use; FIG. [Figure 12F] 10 is a perspective cross-sectional view of a moisture-proof assembly of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention in use; FIG. [Figure 13A] 10 is a hollow perspective view showing a third electrical connection port of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 13B] 10 is a hollow perspective view showing a third electrical connection port of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 14A] 10 is a hollow side view of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 14B] 10 is a hollow side view of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 15] FIG. 10 is a schematic perspective view of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 16A] 1 is a perspective view of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention, the front and bottom of which are hollowed out. [Figure 16B] 1 is a perspective view of a charging device according to another embodiment of the present invention, the front and bottom of which are hollowed out. [Figure 16C] 16A-16B are schematic side cross-sectional views of the operation according to the embodiment of FIG. [Figure 16D] 16A-16B show oblique front and bottom perspective views of the embodiment. [Figure 16E] FIG. 16C is a partially exploded perspective view of the embodiment of FIGS. 16A-16B. [Figure 17] 1 is a perspective view of an accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device according to an embodiment of the present invention in a fully installed state; [Figure 18] 1 is a perspective view of an empty accessory kit for a physiological parameter monitoring device according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 19] 1 is a perspective view of a transmitter housing according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 20A] 1 is a perspective view of using a splitter to separate a transmitter from a used sensor module according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 20B] 1 is a perspective view of using a splitter to separate a transmitter from a used sensor module according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 20C] 1 is a perspective view of using a splitter to separate a transmitter from a used sensor module according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 20D] 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating a method for placing a physiological parameter monitoring device on the skin of a living body according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 20E] 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating a method for placing a physiological parameter monitoring device on the skin of a living body according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 20F] FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing a perspective view of a splitter. [Figure 20G] FIG. 20F is a cross-sectional view of the splitter of FIG. 20F. [Figure 21A] 10 illustrates the steps of plugging in a cable to charge a transmitter using a charger according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 21B] 10 illustrates the steps of plugging in a cable to charge a transmitter using a charger according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 21C] 10 illustrates the steps of plugging in a cable to charge a transmitter using a charger according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 22A] 10 is a perspective view of a transmitter housing according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 22B] 10 is a perspective view of a transmitter housing according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 22C] 10 is a perspective view of a transmitter housing according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. [Figure 22D]10 is a perspective view of a transmitter housing according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0008] The present invention will be described in more detail below based on the embodiments. Note that the preferred embodiments described below are for the purpose of illustration and description only, and are not intended to be exhaustive or limited to the precise form disclosed.
[0009] 1A-1G, FIGS. 1A-1D are shown from different angles to fully illustrate the relative positions and connection relationships between elements and structures. As shown in FIGS. 1A-1D, the charging device 1 has a generally shell-shaped main body 10 for arranging and protecting necessary elements and structures inside. The charging device 1 also includes a placement section 13 having a support surface 13' for placing a physiological signal transmitter 7 (hereinafter abbreviated as "transmitter 7"). The placement section 13 resembles a slot or pocket-like structure and is formed by a cover plate 10a1 having a support surface 13' for inserting the transmitter 7 from the side. In other embodiments, the placement section 13 is not limited to other configurations. In FIG. 1B, when the transmitter 7 is properly placed in the placement section 13, a baffle 61 protrudes from the baffle outlet 16, positioning the transmitter 7 within the placement section 13 to prevent the transmitter 7 from falling out of the placement section 13. At the same time, a plug 44 (or a third electrical connection port) also protrudes from the main body 10. 1A and 1D show that the placement portion 13 is provided with an opening 15 (or lifting channel) for the charging sheet 30 of the second electrical connection port 3' to lift up. That is, the placement portion 13 is formed on the outer surface or upper surface of the second electrical connection port 3' or the charging sheet 30. Furthermore, in order to avoid abnormal movement of the charging sheet 30, guide portions 150 are further arranged in the opening 15 (see FIG. 5E) to prevent the charging sheet 30 from shaking or rotating in all directions during lifting, and slide grooves 150' are formed between the guide portions 150. Furthermore, a first conductive connector 31, usually in the form of gold fingers, is fixed on the charging sheet 30 and electrically connected to the electrical connection port 73 of the transmitter 7 in FIG. 3D. Furthermore, Figures 1C and 1D show that in the placement section 13, an upper regulating rib 101 is provided on the inner surface of the cover plate 10a1, and lateral regulating ribs 102 are provided on the inner surfaces of both side walls of the cover plate 10a1, thereby reducing the contact area between the charging device 1 and the transmitter 7, thereby reducing the frictional force when placing or removing the transmitter 7 on or from the charging device 1. Furthermore, the restraining ribs 101 and 102 help to position the transmitter 7 on the charging sheet 30, preventing the transmitter 7 from rattling or becoming difficult to remove. Furthermore, when manufacturing the upper housing 10a, the restraining ribs 101, 102 also help to remove the upper housing 10a from a mold. The cover plate 10a1 is used to shield the opening 15, which is not only beneficial for static electricity protection but also prevents inappropriate foreign objects from hitting the first conductive connector 31 and / or the charging sheet 30. In another embodiment, the charging device 1 can omit the cover plate 10a1 or adequately shield the front, sides and top of the transmitter 7 without the cover plate 10a1. Furthermore, a push-pull key 12 (see FIG. 2) for controlling the operation module 4 protrudes from the housing 10, and a user controls the operation of the operation module 4 via the push-pull key 12.
[0010] Referring to FIG. 1D, when the transmitter 7 is not placed in a predetermined position, for example, when it is not placed in the placement part 13 or when it is not placed correctly, the actuating end 51 protrudes into the placement part 13. The actuating end 51 belongs to the first locking module 5 (also called the "stop module 5"). When the transmitter 7 is placed correctly in the placement part 13, the actuating end 51 is pushed and moves downward. The detailed operating principle will be described later (see FIGS. 4C and 6C).
[0011] 1E, the push-pull key 12 is disposed at the bottom of the housing 10 and further includes a positioning block 120. A first positioning groove 103a and a second positioning groove 103b are formed in the housing 10. The positioning block 120 in FIG. 1E engages with the first positioning groove 103a to maintain the push-pull key 12 in the first operating state. When the user pushes the push-pull key 12 toward the inside of the housing 10, the positioning block 120 comes out of the first positioning groove 103a. Next, when the push-pull key 12 is pushed into the second positioning groove 103b, the positioning block 120 engages with the second positioning groove 103b (see FIG. 6G). FIG. 1F is a rear view of the charging device 1. The restricting rib 101 is provided on the inner surface of the cover plate 10a1. It can also be seen that a first alignment portion 14 protrudes from the innermost portion of the placement portion 13. FIG. 1G shows that the width W2 of the placement portion 13 of the charging device 1 is equal to or less than the width W1 of the transmitter 7. When removing the transmitter 7, it can be removed by pinching it from both the left and right sides of the placement portion 13 without pinching the charging device 1 at the same time.
[0012] 2 is an exploded view of a first embodiment of the present invention. It can be seen that the housing (main body) 10 shown in FIGS. 1A to 1G can be further divided into an upper housing 10a and a lower housing 10b. The upper housing 10a includes the display area 11, the cover plate 10a1, and the placement portion 13 on which the support surface 13' is formed. Most of these have already been described, so they will not be repeated here. The transmitter 7 is formed with a second alignment portion 70. As mentioned above, FIG. 2 shows that the shape of the display area 11 is similar to the shape of the second alignment portion 70. This design is used to visually inform the user of the direction in which to insert the transmitter 7 into the charging device 1. The first alignment portion 14 of the charging device 1 has a convex shape (see FIG. 1F), and the second alignment portion 70 of the transmitter 7 has a concave shape. The combination of the first alignment portion 14 and the second alignment portion 70 forms a secure mating structure, ensuring that the first connection port 73 and the opening 15 are properly aligned (not shown).
[0013] 2, the charging device 1 includes a charging module 3. The charging module 3 includes a second electrical connection port 3′, a circuit assembly 33, and a third connection port 44. The second electrical connection port 3′ includes a charging seat 30, on which a first conductive connector 31 and a second conductive connector 32 are disposed. The first conductive connector 31 is typically a golden finger connector for transmitting power and signals. The second conductive connector 32 is typically a pogo pin that functions as a ground. A second guide structure 301 that functions as a slide element is provided on the side of the charging sheet 30. The first slide element 301 is disposed on the charging sheet 30 via a slide element sheet 302. The circuit assembly 33 is used for charging and charging control, or signal transmission control of the physiological signal transmitter. One end of the circuit assembly 33 is a circuit board 330. The circuit board 330 includes a light-emitting element 332 and other related electrical elements, and is electrically connected to the first conductive connector 31 and the second conductive connector 32. A light-guiding element 52' is disposed within the upper housing 10a above the light-emitting element 332. The light-guiding element 52' is typically disposed in the first alignment portion 14 (see FIG. 1F), and its shape typically closely matches the display area 11. Thus, the display area 11 may be made of a transparent or translucent material, or may itself function as part of the light-guiding element 52'. That is, the shape of the light-guiding element 52' corresponds to the second matching portion 70, and the display area 11 also functions as an optical signal area. At the other end of the circuit assembly 33, a flexible electrical connection element 331 is provided, which is usually a flexible printed circuit board for maintaining an electrical connection with the plug 44, which functions as a third electrical connection port to an input power source. The flexible electrical connection element 331 may be replaced by a slide-pin conductive structure or a slide-rail conductive structure.
[0014] Continuing to refer to FIG. 2 , the charging device 1 includes an operation module 4. The operation module 4 includes an operation unit 40 that is driven to electrically connect the second electrical connection port 30 to the first electrical connection port 73 of the transmitter 7. A third electrical connection port 44 is incorporated into the operation unit 40, and the operation unit 40 has a first guide structure 41. The first guide structure 41 is typically a slide rail or slide groove for coupling with a first sliding element 301. When the operation unit 40 is driven left or right, the first guide structure 41 guides the first sliding element 301 to move forward or backward, thereby driving the charging sheet 30 up or down. Therefore, the first sliding element 301 also functions as a second guide structure. The aforementioned push-pull key 12 is also located at the bottom of the operation unit 40. That is, a user moves the operation unit 40 left or right via the push-pull key 12 (see FIGS. 7A and 7B for detailed operation). The push-pull key 12 and the operation unit 40 may be integrally formed or may be independent elements.
[0015] Continuing to refer to FIG. 2 , the charging device 1 further includes a first locking module 5 (also referred to as a “stopping module 5” or “first locking portion 5”) for releasably restricting movement of the second electrical connection port 3′. The stopping module 5 has one end as an actuating end 51 and the other end as a stopping end 52. The actuating end 51 extends into the placement portion 13, i.e., protruding from the support surface 13′, and the stopping end 52 is coupled to a block portion 43 disposed in the operating portion 400. That is, the block portion 43 is blocked from lateral movement by the stopping end 52. Therefore, the operating portion 40 cannot guide the longitudinal movement of the first sliding element 301 via the first guide structure 41. Therefore, the first locking module 5 indirectly restricts movement of the second electrical connection port 3′. Furthermore, the first locking module 5 further includes an elastic element 53 for maintaining the actuating end 51 in a normally extended state within the placement portion 13 when the transmitter 7 is not disposed in the placement portion 13. At this time, the stop end 52 also keeps the block portion 43 stopped as usual. A pivot portion 50 is provided between the operating end 51 and the stop end 52. The pivot portion 50 is pivoted to a pivot frame 10b2 of the lower housing 10b. When the operating end 51 is pressed by the transmitter 7, the first lock module 5 can rotate about the pivot portion 50 and about the pivot frame 10b2 as a fulcrum (see Figures 4B and 5A for detailed forward and backward movements).
[0016] 2, the charging device 1 further includes a second locking module 6 (also referred to as a "second locking portion 6," a "positioning module 6," or a "baffle 61"). The positioning module 6 is disposed near the rear surface of the charging device 1 and includes a baffle 61 extending from the baffle outlet 16 to the positioning portion 13, and an elastic element 62 that applies an elastic force to the baffle 61 so that the baffle 61 extends from the baffle outlet 16. The second locking module 6 also has a first connecting end 60 for connecting to the second connecting end 42. The second locking module 6 also has a guide structure 63, which is a notch coupled to the guide element 10b1 of the lower housing 10b, so that the baffle 61 can only move up and down and cannot shift or rotate (see Figures 4C and 6C for detailed operation). In other embodiments, a portion of the charging module 3, the operating module 4, the first locking module 5, or the second locking module 6 may form a housing structure similar to the lower housing 10b and form an internal space with the upper housing 10 to accommodate various elements (not shown). The operation module 4, the first lock module 5, and the second lock module 6 are collectively referred to as the control module. The control module is used to control the operation between the transmitter 7 and the charging module 3 and maintain a safe state, thereby protecting both the transmitter 7 and the second electrical connection port 3′ when they are separated or connected. This prevents damage to components due to improper operation by the user (see Figures 4A to 6C for detailed operation). In another embodiment, the first lock module 5 or the second lock module 6 coexists with the operation module 4, and the first lock module 5, the second lock module 6 and the operation module 4 are collectively referred to as control modules.
[0017] 3A to 3D, Fig. 3A shows that the transmitter 7 is detachably disposed in the sensor module 8 and connected to the sensor assembly 81, and the sensor module 8 includes a sensor base 80 and the sensor assembly 81. The sensor base 80 can be attached to the skin S via an adhesive sheet ST, and at this time, the transmitter 7 is configured to transmit a signal from the sensor 810 to the outside.
[0018] 3B to 3D, the transmitter 7 includes a battery 71 and a first electrical connection port 73. The first electrical connection port 73 has an input portion 730 with a groove structure that matches the structure of the sensor assembly 81 or the second electrical connection port 3′. The input portion 730 has an insertion hole 731 with an input terminal 732 and a secondary input terminal 733. The battery 71 supplies power necessary for operations such as signal output of the transmitter 7. The input terminal 732 is used to electrically connect the output terminal 812 or the first conductive connector 31. The transmitter 7 further includes a first buckling structure 72 for buckling and fixing with the second buckling structure 83 of the sensor base 80. The sensor assembly 81 is fixed to the sensor assembly fixing structure 82 of the sensor base 80. The puncture tip 811 of the sensor 810 penetrates the subcutaneous tissue SC, and the output terminal 812 of the sensor 810 enters the first electrical connection port 73 and is electrically connected to the input terminal 732 of the transmitter 7. The signal measured by the sensor 810 is transmitted to the outside via the transmitter 7. To prevent the transmitter 7 from being attached to the sensor base 80 in the wrong direction, the sensor base 80 further includes an alignment positioning portion 84 that aligns with the second alignment portion 70. This allows the user to identify the installation direction from the structural appearance when attempting to cover the transmitter 7 on the sensor base 80, thereby preventing erroneous operation. The transmitter 7 of the present invention is merely an example, and the charging device 1 of the present invention can also be applied to other types of transmitters. The physiological signal transmitter 7 used in the present invention typically includes a transmitter main body 75. The main body 75 includes a circuit board 76, a battery 71 electrically connected to the circuit board 76, and a first electrical connection port 73 exposed to the outside.
[0019] 4A to 4D show a state in which the transmitter 7 is not attached to the charging device 1. For the reference numbers of each part, refer to FIG. As shown in FIGS. 4A and 4B , the charging module 3 is in a first operating state, and the second electrical connection port 3′ is inactive and positioned in the opening 15 at a first position (corresponding to the support surface 13′ in the retracted state), i.e., a non-charging position. The opening 15 is provided with a slide groove 150′. The circuit assembly 33 is disposed within the housing 10 and includes a circuit board 330 and a flexible electrical connection element 331. The circuit board 330 includes a light-emitting element 332 and is electrically connected to the first conductive connector 31 within the charging sheet 30. The flexible electrical connection element 331 is made of a flexible material that is electrically connected to the plug 44 and is typically welded to the output end of the plug 44. The upper housing 10a has a light-guiding element 52′ disposed in the display area 11 on its front surface and a baffle outlet 16. The baffle outlet 16 is provided on its front surface, and a baffle 61 covered by a guide element 10b1 is disposed within the baffle outlet 16. The operating unit 40 is also disposed within the housing 10. A push-pull key 12 is disposed at the bottom of the operating part 40, and an electrical connection plug 44 is also locked into a fixing block 40a of the operating part 40. In other embodiments, the push-pull key 12 can be designed to operate in other ways.
[0020] Referring to FIGS. 4A and 4B , the placement portion 13 corresponding to the front surface of the housing 10 is provided with a first alignment portion 14 that aligns with the second alignment portion 70 of the transmitter 7, allowing the transmitter 7 to be positioned at a predetermined location. The operating module 4 is in a first operating state, in which the first guide structure 41 of the operating portion 40 is connected to the second guide structure 301 of the charging sheet 30. At this point, the second guide structure 301 has not yet slid within the first guide structure 41. In FIGS. 4C and 4D , the first guide structure 41 is an oblique groove with an inclined surface that guides the movement of the second guide structure 301. The operating portion 40 has a blocking portion 43 that is locked or stopped by the stop end 52 of the first locking module 5. Therefore, even if the push-pull key 12 attempts to operate the operating portion 40 due to an external force or shaking of the operating portion 40 itself, the first guide structure 41 will not operate the second guide structure 301, preventing the charging sheet 30 from being inadvertently driven to the second position (corresponding to the support surface 13′ in the extended state). Furthermore, since the first conductive connector 31 is lightweight and compact, it is possible to avoid the problem of the first conductive connector 31 being damaged if the user tries to forcefully insert or remove the transmitter 7. 4B further illustrates the position of the actuating end 51 of the first lock module 5 extending into the placement portion 13. The pivot portion 50 pivots on the pivot frame 10b2 of the lower housing 10b between the actuating end 51 and the stop end 52 of the first lock module 5 (stop module), giving the first lock module 5 a structure similar to that of a locker. When the actuating end 51 is pressed down, the stop end 52 rises (see FIG. 5A). Furthermore, an elastic element 53 connects the first lock module 5 and the lower housing 10b and provides an elastic force that keeps the actuating end 51 protruding from the support surface 13′ when the transmitter 7 is not placed on the charging device 1 (i.e., when the actuating end 51 is not pressed down).
[0021] FIG. 4C shows a case where the second guide structure 301 is not driven by the first guide structure 41, and the slide element sheet 302 does not follow the second guide structure 301, thereby preventing the charging sheet 30 from moving in an unexpected direction. The present invention further includes at least one guide portion 150 on the outside of the opening 15, forming a sliding groove 150', whereby the sliding groove 150' and the opening 15 are connected to each other, and the sliding element sheet 302 guides the charging sheet 30 in the sliding groove 150' to extend and retract in a certain direction from the opening 15. The second locking module 6 further includes a first connecting end 60. In the first operating state, the operating part 40 is in the first position, and the second connecting end 42 is connected to the first connecting end 60, preventing the baffle 61 from being pressed by the elastic element 62. At this time, because the charging sheet 30 is in the first position (contracted against the support surface 13'), the second locking module 6 is pressed down, and the baffle 61 is held inside the baffle outlet 16 and does not protrude from the baffle outlet 16. In addition, the second locking module 6 releases the position of the transmitter 7, allowing the transmitter 7 to be inserted into or removed from the placement part 13.
[0022] 4D shows another embodiment of the first locking module 5 of the charging device 1 of the present invention. In this embodiment, the first locking module 5 is replaced with a locking block 5 having a slider 50, one end of which is an operating end 51 and the other end of which is a stop end 52. The second guide structure 301 of the charging module protrudes outward from the first guide structure 41 and is blocked by a stop end 52 at its upper end. When the transmitter 7 is not placed in the placement section 13, the lock block 5 normally moves toward the baffle 61 due to the elastic element 53 (i.e., the pressing force toward the opening of the placement section 13). Therefore, when the second guide structure 301 is pushed upward by the first guide structure 41, it is restricted by the stop end 52 and cannot move upward. On the other hand, when the transmitter 7 is inserted into the placement section 13 in the correct direction, i.e., with the second alignment portion 70 facing inward, the transmitter 7 pushes the actuation end 51 and moves deep into the placement section 13, allowing the lock block 5 to move in the same direction. At this time, the stop end 52 moves away from the upper side of the second guide structure 301. Therefore, when the user drives the first guide structure 41 using the push-pull key 12, the second guide structure 301 is driven upward, and the stop end 52 no longer blocks the second guide structure 301. According to the above embodiment, the stopping module can restrict the movement of the second electrical connection port 3' by releasable coupling with the charging module or the operating module. The restriction of the movement of the first locking module 5 to the second electrical connection port 3' can be a complete prohibition or just a partial displacement, so that effective contact with the first electrical connection port 73 (FIG. 3D) cannot be achieved.
[0023] 5A to 5C show a state in which the transmitter 7 is placed at a predetermined position within the charging device 1, and the operation unit 40 is controlled so that the second electrical connection port 3' protrudes from the support surface 13'. Reference numbers of the components in FIGS. 2 and 3A to 3D are also referred to, and these reference numbers will not be repeated below. FIG. 5A shows a state in which the transmitter 7 is placed at a predetermined position on the support surface 13' of the charging device 1. Even if the transmitter 7 is relatively in the correct position, the actuating end 51 is activated by the transmitter 7 to detect whether the transmitter 7 is in the predetermined position. When the transmitter 7 is in the predetermined position, the stop end 52 releases the lock on the operating unit 40, which then moves the second electrical connection port 3' between the first and second positions to connect or disconnect it from the first electrical connection port 73. In FIG. 5A, the transmitter 7 is in the predetermined position, pushing the actuating end 51 to rotate the first lock module 5. At the same time, the stop end 52 rises, releasing the blocking portion 43 and removing the restriction on the movement of the second electrical connection port 3'. At this time, the elastic element 53 is compressed. When the transmitter 7 is removed, the elastic restoring force of the elastic element 53 causes the actuating end 51 to extend upward toward the placement portion 13 (the same state as in FIG. 4B).
[0024] 5B and 5C show a state in which the transmitter 7 is placed in the placement portion 13, the push-pull key 12 is operated to push out a portion of the electrical connection plug 44, and then the operation portion 40 is controlled to move the second electrical connection port 3' from the first position to the second position. In FIGS. 5B to 5D, when the transmitter 7 is pushed to the right, the stop end 52 of the first lock module 5 (first lock portion 5) rises and can no longer block the block portion 43, the movement restriction on the second electrical connection port 3' is released, and the push-pull key 12 moves the operation portion 40 in the same direction. Meanwhile, the first guide structure 41 pushes up the second guide structure 301 and moves upward, moving the charging sheet 30 upward from the opening 15 toward the first electrical connection port 73 of the transmitter 7 (linked with FIGS. 3D and 6A ), and moving the first conductive connector 31 toward the insertion hole 731 (see FIG. 3C ). At the same time, a portion of the electrical connection plug 44 protrudes from the opening 17. Furthermore, when the operating part 40 moves to the right, the second connecting end 42 is separated from the first connecting end 60 of the second locking part 6 (see FIG. 5C ). This releases the elastic force exerted by the elastic element 62, pushing the baffle 61 out of the baffle outlet 16 and stopping the rear end of the transmitter 7, thereby positioning the transmitter 7 in the placement part 13. FIG. 5C shows the transmitter 7 in a hidden state, in which after the transmitter 7 is placed, the push-pull key 12 is operated to push out a portion of the electrical connection plug 44, so that the charging sheet 30 and its first conductive connector 31 are in a raised position within the opening 15.
[0025] 6A to 6D show a state in which the operation unit 40 is controlled to drive the second electrical connection port 3' to the second position, and the electrical connection plug 44 is fully pushed out after the transmitter 7 is inserted. Reference numbers of the respective components in FIGS. 2 and 3A to 3D are also referred to, and these reference numbers will not be repeated below. As shown in FIGS. 6A and 6B , when the restriction on the movement of the second electrical connection port 3′ of the first lock module 5 is released, the operating unit 40 moves the second electrical connection port 3′ from the first position to a second position within the opening 15 (relative to the extended support surface 13′), electrically connecting with the first electrical connection port 73, i.e., the charging position. In the charging position, the charging sheet 30 extends from the opening 15 to connect with the first electrical connection port 73, and the first conductive connector 31 enters the insertion hole 731 and electrically connects with the input terminal 732 of the transmitter 7 (the position shown in FIG. 3C ). The push-pull key 12 is pushed forward, toward the right end of the housing 10 in the figure, and the electrical connection plug 44 also fully protrudes from the opening 17. In this state, the circuit board 330 is also raised to the top, and the light-emitting element 332 is closest to the light-guiding element 52′. At this time, the light emitted from the light-emitting element 332 is transmitted to the display area 11 via the light-guiding element 52', achieving both reliable operability and a light-guiding effect in the overall operation process. In addition, by effectively utilizing the internal space of the charging device, the charging device 1 can be made smaller.
[0026] At this time, light emitting element 332 is ready to light up. When electrical connection plug 44 is connected to an external power source such as an AC power adapter, a USB socket on a computer, a car charging adapter, or a device with a USB socket (such as charging device 1 that can be plugged into a computer USB socket 91, charging device 1 that can be plugged into a mobile phone charger 92, or car cigarette light USB adapter 93 in FIG. 6E), light emitting element 332 lights up to provide instructions or directions and indicate the usage status of charging device 1 with different light emitting colors or patterns.
[0027] Referring to FIG. 6C, the operating module 4 is in the second operating state. When the push-button key 12 is pushed to the front end of the housing 10, the operating portion 40 also reaches the position closest to the front end of the housing 10, and the second guide structure 301 is also pushed up to the top by the first guide structure 41. In FIG. 6C, the electrical connection plug 44 is pushed out, whereas in FIG. 4C, the electrical connection plug 44 is retracted. FIG. 6C also shows that the slide element seat 302 has risen to a high position in the slide groove 150', and the second connecting end 42 of the second locking portion 6 (baffle 61) has separated from the first connecting end 60. This releases the elastic force of the initially pressed elastic element 62, pushing the baffle 61 out of the baffle outlet 16. The rear end of the transmitter 7 stops and is held in the placement portion 13, positioning and locking the transmitter 7. This prevents the electrically connected first electrical connection port 73 and second electrical connection port 3' from accidentally catching and placing the transmitter 7, which could damage the second electrical connection port 3'. Furthermore, at the same time, the second electrical connection port 3' is in the second position (protruding relative to the support surface 13'), and the baffle 61 thereby causes the second locking portion 6 to position the transmitter 7 on the support surface 13' and prevent the transmitter 7 from being inserted into or removed from the placement portion 13, thereby preventing the first conductive connector 31 of the second electrical connection port 3' from being damaged due to improper operation of the transmitter 7. When the charging module 3 is in the third operating state, that is, when the operating unit 40 moves the second electrical connection port 3' from the second position to the first position to separate it from the first electrical connection port 73, the operating unit 40 presses the first connecting end 60 via the second connecting end 42 to lower the baffle 61 (see the operating state shown in Figure 4C), and then retracts the second locking part 6 to the support surface 13' to release the positioning lock of the transmitter 7, so that the first electrical connection port 73 and the second electrical connection port 3' are separated, and the transmitter 7 can be removed. 6D shows an embodiment in which the push-pull device 12 is closest to the front end of the housing 10 and simultaneously fits into the positioning groove 103b around the positioning block 120. After charging is completed, first unplug the first electrical connection plug 44 from the external power source and then push the push-pull key 12 into the housing 10 (see FIG. 1E). This causes the positioning block 120 to move away from the second positioning groove 103b, allowing the push-pull key 12 to be pushed toward the first positioning groove 103a, and finally the positioning block 120 to return to the first positioning groove 103a. At this time, the charging sheet 30 is lowered completely, and the baffle 61 returns to the baffle outlet 16 without blocking the transmitter 7. Therefore, at this point, the transmitter 7 can be removed from the storage section 13. This prevents the second electrical connection port 3' from being damaged when the transmitter 7 is accidentally removed or placed while the first electrical connection port 73 and the second electrical connection port 3' are electrically connected. Furthermore, because the second electrical connection port 3' is in the second position (with respect to the support surface 13' in the extended state) and the baffle 61 protrudes from the baffle outlet 16, the second locking portion 6 restrains the transmitter 7 in a position on the support surface 13', preventing the transmitter 7 from being taken in or out of the storage section 13. This prevents the first conductive connector 31 of the second electrical connection port 3' from being damaged due to an incorrect operation on the transmitter 7. When the charging module 3 is in the third operating state, i.e., when the operating unit 40 drives the second electrical connection port 3' from the second position back to the first position and away from the first electrical connection port 73, the operating unit 40 pushes down the first connection end 60 via the second connection end 42, lowering the baffle 61 (see the operating state shown in FIG. 4C ). The second locking unit 6 then retracts to the support surface 13', releasing the positioning lock on the transmitter 7. The second connection port 73 and the second electrical connection port 3' are separated, allowing the transmitter 7 to be removed. Referring to FIG. 6D , it can be seen that the operation of the push-pull key 12 is linked to the positioning method between the positioning block 120, the first positioning groove 103a, and the second positioning groove 103b. This reduces friction loss at the opening 17 due to incorrect operation and improves the durability of the operating structure of the USB connector 44. In another embodiment, the slide design of the push-pull key 12 eliminates the need to press a button into the housing 10.
[0028] Please refer to both Figures 7A and 7B, and the reference numerals refer to those in Figure 2 and other drawings. As shown in Figures 7A and 7B, the housing 10 has been removed, fully revealing the relative positions and connection relationship between the operating module 4 and the charging module 3. Figure 7A shows a first operating state of the present invention, in which the second guide structure 301 is in a first position within the first guide structure 41, normally in a low position. Therefore, the charging seat 30 of the second electrical connection port 3' is maintained in a retracted position relative to the support surface 13'. From the above figures and descriptions, it can be seen that the charging seat 30 can only move up and down. Therefore, to prevent the charging seat 30 from swinging up and down and accidentally moving up and down, which would result in the operating module 4 also moving, the first guide structure 41 of the present invention is designed as a guide groove structure, with a first horizontal groove 41a extending to a first position, the extension direction of which is perpendicular to the movement direction of the second guide structure 301. Therefore, when the charging module 3 vibrates in a direction parallel to the movement direction of the charging sheet 30, the extension direction of the first horizontal groove 41a is perpendicular to the movement direction of the second guide structure 301, thereby preventing movement of the charging sheet 30 due to vibration. FIG. 7B shows a second operating state of the present invention, in which the operating portion 40 is pressed forward, and the second guide structure 301 is positioned at a second position (usually higher) relative to the first guide structure 41, thereby holding the charging sheet 30 in an extended position opposite the sheet surface. The first guide structure 41 of the present invention further extends in the second position to form a second groove 41b, the extension direction of which is perpendicular to the movement direction of the second guide structure 301, preventing the charging sheet 30 from moving due to vibration in a direction parallel to the movement direction. Further reference is made to FIGS. 7A to 7C. Referring to FIGS. 7A and 7B in conjunction with FIG. 2, the first conductive connector 31 and the second conductive connector 32 are inserted into the circuit board 330, and the charging module 3 (shown in FIG. 2) of FIG. 7B is ready for charging.
[0029] Please refer to Fig. 7C, which shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the charging module 3 and the operating module 4 according to another embodiment of the present invention. The baffle 61 is directly connected to the charging seat 30 via a connecting element 6', and the lifting and lowering of the two are completely synchronized. The charging sheet 30 may also be formed integrally with the baffle 61 and the connecting element 6'. In other words, the charging module 3 may be formed integrally with the baffle 61 that functions as a second locking module. The operating module 4 and the charging module 3 are coupled by magnetic force and move in conjunction with each other. A first magnetic element MP1 is disposed at the bottom of the charging module 3, and a second magnetic element MP2 and a third magnetic element MP3 are disposed at the operating module 4. The first magnetic element MP1 magnetically repels the second magnetic element MP2 and attracts the third magnetic element MP3. Therefore, when the operating module 4 is in the second operating state (i.e., pushed to the right), the second magnetic element MP2 is located below the first magnetic element MP1, and the charging module 3 is pushed upward by the repulsive force, and at the same time, the baffle 61 is extended upward and driven to move out of the baffle outlet 16. On the other hand, when the operating module 4 is in the first operating state (i.e., pushed to the left), the third magnetic element MP3 is located below the first magnetic element MP1, the charging module 3 is pulled downward by attractive force, and at the same time the baffle 61 is driven to retract downward and enter the baffle outlet 16.
[0030] 8A to 9B, the reference numbers shown in these figures correspond to the numbers shown in figures such as FIG. 2. Components identical to those shown in these figures and their operation will not be described again here. Both FIGS. 8A and 9A are plan cross-sectional views of the charging module of the present invention, in which the transmitter 7 is placed in the placement portion 13 and the second alignment portion 70 is aligned with the first alignment portion 14, so that the transmitter 7 is in the correct relative position or predetermined position and the first electrical connection port 73 is aligned with the opening 15. Lifting the charging sheet 30 (see FIG. 6A) allows proper electrical connection to the first electrical connection port 73. Referring to FIGS. 8A and 9A, as shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B, the lateral position of the actuating end 51 is approximately equal to the position of the first alignment portion 14. Therefore, only when the transmitter 7 reaches the end of its stroke, can the actuating end 51 be pressed down to rotate the first lock module 5 without stopping the block portion 43 (see FIG. 5A). Furthermore, the actuating end 51 is located at the end of the support surface 13' to reduce friction with the bottom of the transmitter 7. In another embodiment, the actuating end 51 is not limited to any other position. Furthermore, since the first alignment portion 14 is a protruding structure extending inward of the positioning portion 13 (as shown in FIG. 1F), two groove regions are naturally formed on both sides of the first alignment portion 14, and the working end 51 is positioned within the groove regions. On the other hand, the second matching portion 70 of the transmitter 7 has a groove structure formed on the inside, and therefore two protrusion structures are formed on both sides of the second matching portion 70. Therefore, when the second alignment portion 70 is aligned with the first alignment portion 14, the two protrusion structures on both sides of the second alignment portion 70 enter into the respective groove areas, thereby causing the protrusion structures to activate the operating end 51, and the stop end 52 to tilt upward and no longer block the blocking portion 43. At this time, the baffle 61 extends from the baffle outlet 16 to block the bottom surface of the rear end of the transmitter 7, thereby achieving the effect of locking the transmitter 7. 8B , if the transmitter 7 is inserted into the charging device 1 in the wrong direction, for example, facing up, the transmitter 7 will remain inserted in the charging device 1. When the rear end of the transmitter 7 enters the placement section 13, it is blocked by the first alignment section 14, causing the front end of the transmitter 7 to be pushed down above the baffle 61. This prevents the baffle 61 from protruding from the baffle outlet 16, and the first electrical connection port 73 does not coincide with the opening 15. Meanwhile, the end of the transmitter 7 cannot reach the end of the insertion stroke, preventing the transmitter 7 from pushing down the actuating end 51. As a result, the stopping end 52 remains blocking the blocking section 43. This prevents the operating section 40 from moving, and prevents the charging sheet 30 from being exposed above the opening 15. This prevents the first conductive connector 31 from abnormally colliding with the transmitter 7 and causing damage, thereby extending the life of the charging device 1. In other words, a safe state can be maintained in which the first conductive connector 31 of the second electrical connection port 3′ is prevented from colliding with the transmitter 7. At this time, the baffle 61 does not expand because the second connecting end 42 still restricts the first connecting end 60. When this occurs, it can also serve as a warning to the user that the transmitter 7 is placed in the wrong direction.
[0031] 9A and 9B, compared with FIGS. 8A and 8B, the actuating end 51 is positioned away from the groove area. In the arrangement procedure of the transmitter 7, the two protruding structures first press down the actuating end 51, and the stop end 52 rises up to no longer block the block portion 43. Next, the two protruding structures enter the groove area and engage with the first alignment portion 14, allowing the baffle 61 to protrude from the baffle outlet 16 and block the rear end of the transmitter 7. In FIG. 9B , if the transmitter 7 is inserted into the charging device 1 in the wrong orientation, the rear end of the transmitter 7 enters the placement portion 13, forcing the bottom of the front end of the transmitter 7 downward above the baffle 61. This prevents the baffle 61 from protruding from the baffle outlet 16, and the first electrical connection port 73 does not align with the opening 15. Meanwhile, the transmitter 7 can be operated by actuating the actuating end 51 to depress the stop end 52. The operating unit 40 tilts the stop end 52 upward until it no longer obstructs the blocking portion 43. However, the movable distance of the operating unit 40 is controlled so that at least the first conductive connector 31 is not exposed above the top surface of the opening 15, thereby preventing damage to the bottom of the transmitter 7 and the first conductive connector 31 due to abnormal operation. At this time, only a portion of the plug 44 is pushed outward. This alerts the user that the transmitter 7 has been installed in the wrong orientation.
[0032] 10, which is a schematic diagram of the contacts of the first conductive connector 31 of the present invention. The first conductive connector 31 is shown as, but is not limited to, a gold finger-shaped contact, and the contact terminal 310 of the first conductive connector 31 has a configuration similar to that of the output terminal 812 of the sensor (shown in FIGS. 3B to 3D). Therefore, since both the contact terminal 310 and the output terminal 812 are configured to be inserted into the insertion hole 731 of the first electrical connection port 73 of the transmitter 7, the first conductive connector 31 can share the first electrical connection port 73 with the output terminal 812, thereby saving internal space of the transmitter 7. 10 and 11, which show a schematic circuit diagram of the charging device 1 and transmitter 7 of the present invention, showing that the circuit assembly 33 of the charging device 1 has a charging circuit group 1A and a calibration circuit group 1B. The contact terminal 310 of the first conductive connector 31 has eight contacts, including but not limited to BAT, E1, E2, E3, E4, RX, SW, and TX. The number of these contacts can be adjusted according to the number of contacts of the output terminal 812 of the sensor. The charging circuit group 1A is electrically connected to the third electrical connection port 44 and inputs power. The charging circuit group 1A is used to supply and control the charging voltage, and charges the transmitter 7 via the contact BAT, and the contact SW functions as a charging switch and outputs the charging voltage to the transmitter 7, thereby charging the transmitter 7. The remaining contacts are used to connect the calibration circuit group 1B of the charging device 1 to the transmitting module 74 of the transmitter 7, facilitating detection of transmitter functions including data transmission, control and detection of self-calibration, leakage current measurement, and / or resistance measurement. In another embodiment, the charging device 1 can provide only the charging function.
[0033] 12A to 12F, FIG. 12A shows a moisture-proof assembly 2 having at least one can-shaped housing 20 that is cylindrical, elliptical, or flattened cylindrical for housing a charging device 1 or a transmitter 7, or a charging device 1 incorporating a transmitter 7, to form the moisture-proof assembly 2. The moisture-proof assembly 2 has an opening 23' and a first buckling edge 23 formed adjacent to the opening 23'. The opening 23' has an opening direction perpendicular to the opening 23', and the protruding direction of the first buckling edge 23 is perpendicular to the opening direction. The cover 24 is movably disposed on the housing 20 and is used to seal the opening 23'. A second buckling edge 25 is also formed on the inner side of the cover 24, and its protruding direction is opposite to that of the first buckling edge 23, causing the first buckling edge 23 and the second buckling edge 25 to buckle against each other. Furthermore, the housing 20 has an elastic element 22. When the charging device 1 is accommodated in the housing 20 and the cover 24 seals the opening 23', the charging device 1 is pushed down by the cover 24 and drawn into the housing 20, causing the elastic element 22 to elastically deform (see FIG. 12C). When the cover 24 is opened, the elastic element 22 releases its elastic force and pushes the charging device 1 outward. This causes at least a portion of the charging device 1 to protrude from the housing 20, allowing the user to remove the charging device 1 (see FIG. 12B). When the transmitter 7 needs to be charged, the charging device 1 can be removed from the housing 20 and connected to an external power source to charge the transmitter 7. The elastic element 22 can be a compression spring such as a conical spring, a coil spring, or a spiral spring, and the elastic element 22 can interfere with the charging device 1 to fix the position of an accessory (e.g., the charging device 1 or the transmitter 7) installed in the housing 20 and prevent it from shaking. As shown in Fig. 12C, a conical spring is used. The diameter of the coil of the conical spring increases significantly from top to bottom, so that when the cover 24 closes the opening 23' as shown in Fig. 12C, the charging device 1 is pushed into the housing 20, and the charging device 1 further compresses the elastic element 22, causing the upper coil to be pushed inside the lower coil. Therefore, this type of spring can be compressed to a shorter length than a cylindrical coil spring, which has the advantage of reducing the volume of the moisture-proof assembly 2. When the charging device 1 is in the inserted state, the sum of the compressed height Hcompress of the spring and the length H1 of the charging device 1 is smaller than the height H2 of the housing 20. When the charging device 1 is not inserted, the sum of the extended height Hextend of the spring and the length H1 of the charging device 1 is greater than the height H2 of the housing 20. 12A and 12C, the housing 20 is further divided into a first accommodating space 20′ and a second accommodating space 21. The first accommodating space 20′ is used to accommodate the charging device 1, and the second accommodating space 21 is used to accommodate a desiccant 29, with a hole structure 28 provided between them. This allows moisture in the first accommodating space 20′ to pass through the hole structure 28 and move into the second accommodating space 21, where it is absorbed by the desiccant 29, preventing the transmitter 7 from getting wet. The transmitter 7 disclosed in the first embodiment is approximately 32.8 mm x 19.8 mm x 4.15 mm (±0.5 mm), and the size of the charging device 1 is approximately 40 x 26 x 23 mm (±0.5 mm). The transmitter 7 is attached to the charging device 1. The volume of the moisture-proof assembly 2 is 200 cubic centimeters or less, 12 to 138 cubic centimeters, 30 to 70 cubic centimeters, or a length x width range of 3 to 28 centimeters. The diameter of the moisture-proof assembly 2 is designed to be 2 to 5 cm, and the height is designed to be 4 to 7 cm, so that the volume of the moisture-proof component is small and it is designed to be easy for users to carry.
[0034] 12D to 12F show a moisture-proof assembly 2 according to another embodiment of the present invention, in which a transmitter 7 is disposed. Fig. 12D shows a moisture-proof assembly 2 having a hole structure 28, in which only the transmitter 7 is disposed. A desiccant 29 is also disposed, for example, at the bottom of the housing 20. 12E, it can be seen that the elastic element 22 is disposed directly on the bottom of the housing 20, and that the desiccant 29 is also disposed within the housing 20. Furthermore, the desiccant 29 can be selectively disposed on the inner surface of the cover 24. When the housing 20 is opened, the desiccant 29 faces outward, making it easy to replace. FIG. 12F shows the moisture-proof assembly 2 having the hole structure 28 with only the transmitter 7 disposed therein. In another embodiment, the desiccant 29 can be integrally molded into the housing or inner wall, eliminating the need to distinguish between different storage spaces (not shown) in the housing 20. Furthermore, the pressing portion 27 allows the user to easily open the cover 24. The moisture-proof assembly 2 not only properly protects the charging device 1 when not in use and isolates it from external moisture, but also uses an internal desiccant to reduce humidity in the transmitter 7 and / or charging device 1, extending their lifespan and preventing moisture from damaging the electronic components. The housing 20 can also be provided with a structure similar to the observation area 21'. The observation area 21' is part of the housing 20 and is injection molded from a transparent or translucent material. By adding a desiccant that changes color upon absorbing moisture or a desiccant indicator, the moisture status of the transmitter 7 and charging device 1 can be easily checked.
[0035] A method of using the moisture-proof assembly 2 is to simultaneously provide a user with a first transmitter and a second transmitter, where the first moisture-proof assembly includes the first transmitter and the moisture-proof assembly 2, and the second moisture-proof assembly includes the second transmitter combined with the charging device 1, and the second moisture-proof assembly is disposed within the moisture-proof assembly 2. The user first performs measurement using the first transmitter. When the power of the first transmitter drops to a lower limit, the user removes it from the sensor base, and takes out the second transmitter and charging device 1 from the moisture-proof assembly 2. The user then attaches the second transmitter to the sensor base, and inserts the first transmitter into the placement portion 13 of the charging device 1 for charging. Once charging is complete, the first transmitter and charging device are assembled and returned to the moisture-proof assembly 2 for storage. This allows the first transmitter and second transmitter to be charged and used alternately. The moisture-proof assembly 2 used for the first transmitter is in a container of any type.
[0036] Figure 13A shows another embodiment of the charging device 1 of the present invention (see also Figure 2). The difference from the previous embodiment is that the charging device 1 electrically connects the third electrical connection port (USB socket 44') and the circuit board 330 of the second electrical connection port 3' via a wire 331'. The wire 331' also has a certain degree of flexibility so that it can accommodate bending caused by lifting the charging module 3. Furthermore, Figure 13A differs from the previous embodiment in that the third electrical connection port uses a USB socket 44' instead of the electrical connection plug 33 (USB plug), and a rechargeable battery 46 and a power supply circuit board 47 are combined to form an energy storage unit 45. The power storage unit 45 is electrically connected to the charging module 3 to input power and charge the transmitter 7. In addition, users can also connect the USB socket 44' to an external power source to charge the rechargeable battery 46, which improves usability. In another embodiment, the power storage unit 45 can omit the USB socket and include disposable batteries such as commercially available dry cells or button cells. In another embodiment, the rechargeable battery 46 may also be omitted and the USB socket 44' is connected to an external power source 9 (91, 92, 93 in Figures 13B and 6E) to provide power for charging the transmitter 7. Although the operation unit 40 of the operation module 4 shown in Fig. 2 is not shown in Fig. 13A, it is still used in this embodiment. However, it is not shown in this figure because it is covered by the power storage unit 45. The connection and drive interlock between the operation unit 40 and the second electrical connection port 3' of the charging module 3 is mainly achieved via the connection between the first guide structure 41 and the second guide structure 301, and the operational relationship between them is the same as in the conventional embodiment. However, the operation unit 40 in Figs. 13A and 13B differs from the above-described embodiment in that it is not fixed to the USB socket 44' (third electrical connection port). On the other hand, the USB socket 44' is simply fixed to the charging device 1. Because the jack of the USB socket 44' is exposed, even if the push-pull key 12 is operated, only the second guide structure 301 is driven by the first guide structure 41, and the USB socket 44' does not move. For the effectiveness of the other components in FIG. 13A, please refer to the previous figures and descriptions, and they will not be repeated here.
[0037] FIG. 13B shows another embodiment of the charging device of the present invention. Please also refer to FIG. 2. The biggest difference between the embodiment of FIG. 13B and the embodiment of FIG. 13A is that the storage unit 45 is electrically connected to the power supply circuit board 47 via a coiled wire 331. Basically, when the charging device 1 is displaced by the push-pull key 12 (not shown in FIG. 13B), the charging sheet 30 and the circuit board 330 of the second electrical connection port 3' rise, indirectly driving the extension and contraction of the coiled wire 331. In another embodiment, the coiled wire 331 can be replaced with a spring connector (POGO pin). For the functions of the other components, please refer to the previous drawings and descriptions. This will not be repeated here. In FIGS. 13B and 13A, the third electrical connection port, the USB socket 44', is designed not to move back and forth.
[0038] 14A and 14B, another embodiment of a charging device is disclosed. The charging device 1 includes a placement section 13 for placing the transmitter 7, and the placement section 13 also includes a support surface 13' for placing the transmitter 7, the support surface 13' including an opening 15 (FIG. 4A). The charging module 3 is provided on the opposite side of the support surface 13' and includes a second electrical connection port 3', a circuit assembly 33, and a third electrical connection port 44. The second electrical connection port 3' is disposed in the opening 15 (see FIG. 4A) and is electrically connected to the first electrical connection port 73 (see FIG. 3D), and the third electrical connection port 44 is used to connect an external or internal power source (see reference numerals 91, 92, and 93 in FIG. 6E or reference numeral 46 in FIG. 13B). The circuit assembly 33 (see FIG. 2) is connected between the second electrical connection port 3' and the third electrical connection port 44 and performs charging and charging control of the physiological signal transmitter 7. An operation module 4 is also provided on the opposite side of the support surface 13' to control safe operation between the transmitter 7 and the charging module 3. The operating module 4 includes an operating part 40 that drives to connect the second electrical connection port 3′ to the first electrical connection port 73. A first locking module 5 is also provided on the opposite side of the support surface 13′, which can releasably limit the electrical connection between the second electrical connection port 3′ and the first electrical connection port 73, and can further limit the displacement of the second electrical connection port 3′. For detailed operation of the first lock module 5, please refer to Figures 4B, 5A, and 6B, and a detailed description will be omitted here. As shown in Figures 14A and 14B, a second lock module 6 is provided on the end of the support surface 13' opposite the support area 11, and the second lock module 6 can fix the position of the transmitter 7 by expanding and contracting on the support surface 13'. Furthermore, the second lock module 6 includes a baffle 61 that is attached to the guide rod 103b3 like a sleeve and is movable up and down. The baffle 61 is connected to the bottom of the support surface 13' by a spring 62', and the elasticity of the spring 62' keeps the baffle 61 always protruding from the support surface 13'. 14A and 14B, when the transmitter 7 is placed on the support surface 13', the transmitter 7 first pushes the baffle 61 into the support surface 13' and then retracts. After the first and second mating portions 14 and 70 are mated, the transmitter 7 moves away without blocking the top of the baffle 61. At this time, the baffle 61 is pushed out by the elastic restoring force of the spring 62' and protrudes back onto the support surface 13'. To remove the transmitter 7, first push the push-pull key 12 to the left to lower the charging sheet 30 and release the electrical connection. Next, by pushing the baffle 61 below the bearing surface 13', the baffle 61 no longer blocks the tail of the transmitter 7, allowing the transmitter 7 to be moved to the left from the bearing surface 13'. The features of the second locking module 6 shown in Figures 14A and 14B can also be applied to other embodiments of the charging device of the present invention. As shown in Figure 1A, the baffle 61 retracted below the support surface 13' can be considered to be pressed by the user to facilitate insertion of the transmitter 7 into the placement section 13. As shown in Figure 14A, the user can also directly push the baffle 61 through the transmitter 7. During the insertion process, when the second alignment part 70 is correctly inserted into the positioning part 13 and engages with the first alignment part 14, so that the transmitter 7 is in the correct relative position, the baffle 61 is no longer blocked by the transmitter 7 and is pushed out by the restoring force of the elastic element 62 (Figures 2 and 5B), so that the transmitter 7 has reached the correct position, which is not too deep, and so protrudes again from the support surface 13'. It can be seen that by using the baffle 61 shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B, the first connecting end 60 of the second lock module 6 and the second connecting end 42 of the operating part 40 can be omitted.
[0039] FIG. 15 shows an embodiment without a cover plate 10a1. The support surface 13' itself functions as the positioning portion, and one end of the support surface 13' is provided with an indication area 11 as a first alignment portion that provides a visual cue, allowing a user to connect, engage, or couple the second alignment portion 70 to the positioning portion. The actuation end 51 (FIGS. 1D, 1F, 2, and 4B) of the first lock module 5 (FIGS. 2 and 4B) also protrudes into the support surface 13'. Furthermore, the other end of the support surface 13' is provided with a baffle outlet 16, in which a baffle 61 (FIGS. 2, 4C, and 5C) is disposed. In this embodiment, since the cover plate 10a1 is not provided, a first buckle structure 83 is further provided on the sensor base 80 of the support surface 13' to prevent the transmitter 7 from coming off upward (i.e., in the axial direction of the support surface 13'), as shown in FIG. 3D . The first buckle structure 83 forms a buckling action with the second buckle structure 72 of the transmitter 7, enabling the transmitter 7 to be fixed to the support surface 13'. Furthermore, to make the transmitter 7 more stable on the support surface 13' and prevent it from coming off due to an accidental impact, a side wall 102' is formed on the support surface 13', and the side wall 102' is usually made up of a pair of side walls. That is, when the transmitter 7 is fixed to the support surface 13', side walls 102' are attached to both sides of the transmitter 7 to assist in fixing the transmitter 7 laterally. The functions of the other components are described above with reference to the drawings and explanations, and will not be repeated here.
[0040] 16A-16B show another embodiment of the charging device 1. Except for the parts and structures of the push button 12', the stop end 52 of the first locking module 5, and the avoidance notch 52', which are different from those in the previous figures, the other parts and structures are the same as those in the previous figures. Because the second electrical connection port 3' (or the charging seat 30) has a structure that moves up and down, the second electrical connection port 3' in this embodiment is connected to a push button 12' that drives the raising and lowering of the charging seat 30. The push button 12' typically has a latch button structure. The push button 12' can be used as part of the charging module 3 or as an independently operated component. Pressing the push button 12' once raises and locks the charging seat 30. Pressing the push button 12' again unlocks the charging seat 30 and returns it to its original position, i.e., the position when the push button 12' is not pressed. When the push button 12' is pressed, the sliding element sheet 302 of the charging seat 30 also slides up and down between the two guide portions 150. The push button 12' can also be positioned using the positioning button 180. This will be explained in more detail later. Referring to Fig. 16A, it is shown that the transmitter 7 has not been inserted into the placement section 13, so that at this point the actuation end 51 of the stop module 5 also extends into the placement section 13 (see Fig. 1D). At this time, when the push button 12' is pressed into the body, the stop end 52 engages the blocking portion 43, preventing the charging sheet 30 from entering the placement section 13. In another embodiment, the blocking portion 43 may also be formed on the charging sheet 30 (not shown). Alternatively, in another embodiment, a lock slider 5 may be used, as shown in Fig. 4D. 16B , when the transmitter 7 is inserted into the placement part 13, the operating end 51 is pressed down by the transmitter 7, causing the first locking module 5 to rotate and align the avoidance notch 52′ with the blocking part 43. In other words, the stop end 52 moves away from the top of the blocking part 43. At this time, when the push button 12′ is pressed into the body, the blocking part 43 continues to rise, avoiding the notch 52′, and the charging sheet 30 enters the placement part 13. When the push button 12′ moves inward, the stop end 52 moves into the avoidance space 43′ accordingly, avoiding interference with the push button 12′. 16C and 16D, the pivot frame 10a2 of the upper housing 10a and the pivot frame 10b2 of the lower housing 10b rotatably sandwich the pivot portion 50 of the first lock module 5. The lower housing 10b is also provided with a pressure resistance structure 10b3 for blocking movement of the stop end 52 and preventing the operating end 51 from excessively protruding into the arrangement portion 13. The charging device 1 further has a second locking module 6 (as shown in Figures 5C and 6A) with a positioning portion 61 connected to an elastic element 62, which can protrude upward and downward from the support surface 13' to lock the installation position of the physiological signal transmitter 7.
[0041] Referring to FIG. 16E, to better observe the relationship between the positioning button 180 and the positioning groove 10b3, the positioning button 180 has been moved upward from the positioning groove 10b3. The positioning groove 10b3 is arranged with a pair of a first positioning block 10b31 and a second positioning block 10b32. Below the first positioning block 10b31 is a first state position 10b31p, i.e., the position when the push button 12' is at its lowest position. The positioning shoulder 180a is blocked by the first positioning block 10b31, thereby preventing the positioning button 180, i.e., the push button 12', from moving upward. The second positioning block 10b32 has a second state position 10b32p above it, i.e., the position where the push button 12' is at its highest position. The positioning shoulder 180a is blocked by the second positioning block 10b32, thereby preventing the positioning button 180, i.e., the push button 12', from descending. Furthermore, to move the push button 12' from the first state position 10b31p to the second state position 10b32p, it is sufficient to simply push the positioning button 180 inward to bend the elastic structure 180c and align the channel 180b with the first positioning block 10b31 and the second positioning block 10b32. That is, it is sufficient to simply operate the push button 12' or push the positioning button 180 upward. At this time, the positioning blocks (10b31, 10b32) pass through the channel 180b appropriately without being obstructed by the positioning shoulder 180a. Similarly, to return the push button 12′ to the lowest position, i.e., the first state position, the positioning button 180 is pressed inward to bend the elastic structure 180c and align the channel 180b with the second positioning block 10b32 and the first positioning block 10b32. In other words, by pressing down the positioning button 180, the push button 12′ can be returned to the first state position. Furthermore, a reset element (not shown, elastic element or magnetic element) may be provided between the push button 12′ or the second electrical connection port 3′ and the upper housing 10 a or the lower housing 10 b. That is, when the push button 12′ is pressed and the second electrical connection port 3′ is electrically connected to the first electrical connection port 73, a certain amount of energy is applied to the reset element. The push button 12' resists this potential energy by abutting the positioning shoulder 180a against the second positioning block 10b32. When the positioning button 180 is further pressed inward and the channel 180b is aligned with the second positioning block 10b32, the positioning shoulder 180a is no longer blocked by the second positioning block 10b32, and the potential energy is released. In this way, the push button 12' returns to its initial position.
[0042] Those skilled in the art can understand from the above-mentioned FIG. 2 and various embodiments of the present invention that the charging module 3 disclosed in the charging device 1 can be independently associated with the transmitter 7, and the charging module 3 can be used in combination with an operating module (e.g., the operating portion in FIG. 4A), a first locking module 5 (e.g., the first locking portion 5 or locking slider 5 in FIG. 4B, FIG. 4D), or a second locking portion 6 (e.g., the baffle 61 in FIG. 4C or FIG. 14A, which is driven by the second electrical connection port 3′ via the connection portion 61′ element (FIG. 7C)). Alternatively, the charging module 3 may be used together with the operating module 4 and the first locking module 5 at the same time (e.g., the operating unit 40 and the first locking unit 5 in FIG. 4B). Alternatively, the charging module 3 may be used together with the operating module 4 and the second locking unit 6 at the same time (e.g., the operating unit 40 and the second locking unit 6 in FIG. 4C). Alternatively, the charging module 3 may be used together with the operating module 4, the first locking module 5, and the second locking unit 6 at the same time.
[0043] 17 is a perspective view of a fully equipped physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 500 according to one embodiment of the present invention. The physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 500 includes a closable body 510 configured to house multiple health monitoring accessories, such as a transmitter container 520 for housing a transmitter (not shown), a charger 540 for the transmitter, a splitter 560 for separating used sensor modules (not shown), and a cable 580 for connecting a power source (not shown) to the charger 540. The physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 500 may have a jacket configured to surround the closable body 510.
[0044] The closable body 510 includes a first leaf 512, a second leaf 514, and an end 516 connecting the first leaf 512 and the second leaf 514. The first leaf 512 and the second leaf 514 are foldable about the end 514, and these three elements collectively form a container usable for storing components. The second leaf 514 is provided with a button 518 that engages with a lock 513 to unlock the closable body 510. In some embodiments, at least one of the first leaf 512 and the second leaf 514, serving as a housing, is formed from a plastic material. In other embodiments, the housing can be formed from fabric, leather, wood, paper, metal, or a combination thereof.
[0045] The Accessory Kit 500 for Physiological Parameter Monitoring Devices includes a recyclable, environmentally friendly plastic housing. This allows the organizer to be recycled and reused through appropriate recycling processes at the end of its life cycle, reducing environmental pollution. Furthermore, the plastic housing is designed for durability and reusability, ensuring stable use over a long period of time.
[0046] The storage box of this invention not only satisfies users' needs for convenient storage of accessories, but also meets modern society's demands for sustainable development and environmental protection, embodying the core principles of ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance). This design not only enhances the economic benefits of the product, but also has a positive impact on society and the environment.
[0047] 18 shows an empty physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 500 according to one embodiment of the present invention. The first leaf 512 has multiple compartments 5121, 5122, 5123 for respectively housing multiple health monitoring accessories. Comparing FIGS. 17 and 18, it can be seen that the three compartments 5121, 5122, 5123 can respectively house a charger 540, a transmitter housing 520, a splitter 560, and a cable 580. In other embodiments, the compartments 5121, 5122, 5123 are configured to house different components for home health management.
[0048] The housing of the first leaf 512 has a first edge 512A, and the housing of the second leaf 514 has a second edge 514A, which coincide with each other when the body 510 is closed. An end 516 is provided with a pivot element 516A that allows the first leaf 512 and the second leaf 514 to be folded about the end 516.
[0049] 18 , first leaf 512 includes a first retainer 512B disposed within a housing of first leaf 512 and defining compartments 5121, 5122, and 5123 therein. In one embodiment, first retainer 512B is formed of a first retainer material other than a plastic material, such as wood, paper, or metal. In other words, first leaf 512 can be formed of a different material than second leaf 514. Second leaf 514 has a second retainer 514B disposed within the housing of second leaf 514 and has at least one complementary compartment configured to accommodate a corresponding portion of one of the plurality of health monitor power supplies.
[0050] Compared with some methods of packaging and transporting components such as the charger 540, transmitter container 520, and splitter 560 using paper or other materials, the present invention uses a plastic accessory kit for physiological parameter monitoring device as a cushioning material instead of paper packaging, thereby reducing the risk of product damage during packaging and transportation. The plastic box provides better protection and can effectively absorb external impacts, reducing the risk of product damage during transportation.
[0051] This improved design is suitable for a variety of products requiring transportation, especially fragile or valuable items. Made from recyclable plastic, the cushioning box not only enhances product safety, but also meets the requirements of environmental protection and sustainable development. This design effectively reduces loss and waste due to damage during transportation, improves user experience and satisfaction, and significantly improves supply chain management and logistics efficiency.
[0052] 19 shows a transmitter container 520 with a diameter of 33.2 mm and a height of 32.5 mm. It consists of a container body 521 and a cap 523 and is configured to house two transmitters 522. While one transmitter 522 is in use, the other transmitter 522 functions as a backup. Additionally, the transmitter container 520 can optionally house replaceable desiccant 525 to keep the transmitters 522 dry, prevent damage from moisture, and extend their lifespan.
[0053] 20A to 20C show the concept of separating the transmitter 522 from a used sensor module 8 using a splitter 560. The transmitter 522 and the sensor module 8 form a physiological parameter measuring device. When the combination of the transmitter 522 and the used sensor module 8 is removed from the user's body surface and attached to the splitter 560, and the cover 562 is closed, the splitter 560 can be operated to easily separate the reusable transmitter 522 from the sensor module 8.
[0054] All the components, including the charger 540, transmitter container 520, and splitter 560, along with other health supplies, can be stored in the physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 500 when not in use. The compact container allows users to conveniently and safely store and reuse them in their daily lives.
[0055] 20D-20E, the physiological parameter monitoring device includes a sensor base 80, a sensor assembly 81, and a transmitter 7. The sensor base 80 includes a base body 801 and at least a first buckle structure 83. The base body 801 has a bottom plate 802 that is placed on the skin surface of a living body. The first buckle structure 83 is provided on an upper surface of the bottom plate 802. A sensor 810 is disposed on the sensor base 80 and is adapted to measure at least one analyte in the living body and transmit a corresponding physiological signal. The transmitter 7 is detachably disposed on the base body 802, connected to the sensor 810, and used to receive and output physiological signals. The transmitter 7 includes a bottom shell 75 and at least a second buckle structure 72. The bottom shell 75 faces the upper surface of the bottom plate 802 of the base body 801. The second buckle structure 72 is provided on the bottom shell 75 in correspondence with the first buckle structure 83 of the sensor base 80. When the transmitter 7 is covered by the base body 801 and the bottom shell 75 faces the upper surface of the bottom plate 802 of the base body 801, the second buckle structure 72 engages with the first buckle structure 83.
[0056] In one embodiment, the base body 801 has at least one opening 803 that allows a user to apply an external force to separate the second buckle structure 72 and the first buckle structure 83 from each other and separate the transmitter 7 from the base body 801. The method of applying the external force can be performed via the splitter 560.
[0057] Fig. 20F is a structural perspective view of splitter 560, and Fig. 20G is a cross-sectional view taken along line IX-IX in Fig. 20F. Splitter 560 includes at least a base 5610 having a first receiving groove 5610A and a second receiving groove 5610B that communicate with each other, and an upper cover 5611 that is pivotally provided on one side of base 5610 and opens and closes relative to base 5610. The upper cover 5611 is provided with a button 5612, a drive unit 5613, and a push piece 5614 connected to the button 5612. When the upper cover 5611 is opened relative to the base 5610, the physiological parameter monitoring device is accommodated in the first accommodating groove 5610A with the transmitter 7 side facing downward. When the upper cover 5611 is closed, the push piece 5614 is coupled to pass through the opening 803 of the base 5610 in the first direction, and can push the transmitter 7 to separate it from the sensor module 8. In another embodiment, the button 5612 may be replaced with a soft part (not shown). By operating the soft part, the push piece 5614 is pushed out from the opening 803 in a first direction, pressing the transmitter 7 and separating the transmitter 7 from the sensor module 8 and releasing it from the first receiving groove 5610A. The base 5610 has a second receiving groove 5610B interconnected with the first receiving groove 5610A, and when the transmitter 7 is separated from the sensor module 8, the transmitter 7 enters the second receiving groove 5610B. The splitter 560 allows a user to effectively and easily separate the physiological parameter monitoring device from the sensor base 80 of the sensor module 8.
[0058] 21 shows a charging device 1 without a transmitter according to another embodiment of the present invention. The charging device 1 includes an upper window 10a3 and a sliding element 10a4 on a cover plate 10a1. After placing a transmitter (not shown) in the placement section 13 and completing charging, the sliding element 10a4 can be used to remove the transmitter from the placement section 13, allowing the user to easily remove the transmitter. In one embodiment, when a large transmitter is used, the exposed area of the transmitter is large, so the sliding element 10a4 can be omitted, facilitating removal.
[0059] When a transmitter to be charged (not shown in FIG. 21) is inserted into the charging device 1 and placed on the placement section 13, the locking module 10a5 is unlocked. In FIG. 21, the elastic element (spring) 10a6 is in a released state and is pushing the locking module 10a5 toward the entrance of the placement section 13. Those skilled in the art will understand that when a transmitter to be charged (not shown in FIG. 21) is inserted into the placement section 13 and the locking module 10a5 is pushed toward the inside of the placement section 13, the locking module 10a5 is unlocked, and when the transmitter is removed from the charging device 1, the elastic force of the elastic element (spring) 10a6 locks the locking module 10a5.
[0060] The charging device 1 includes a first conductive connector 95 configured to supply power for charging the transmitter 7 when placed in the placement portion 13, and an operating portion 94 connected to the bottom of the first conductive connector 95. The operating element 94 is also connected to a socket (not shown) for plugging in the cable 580, and to a charging indicator 96 located opposite the socket. It can be seen that the operating element 94 is aligned horizontally with the charging indicator 96.
[0061] 21A to 21C, when a cable 580 connected to a power source (not shown) is inserted into a socket (not shown), the operating portion 94 is pressed and moves toward the charging indicator 96, causing the charging indicator 96 to protrude outward. In FIGS. 21A to 21C, the locking module 10a5 is unlocked, causing the first conductive connector 95 to move upward. During this process, as the cable 580 continues to be inserted into the charging device 1, the locking module 10a5 is pressed upward by the operating portion 94, supplying charging power. In one embodiment, a light source 961 is disposed on the outside of the charging indicator 96 and lights up when a charging current flows through the first conductive connector 95.
[0062] 17-22 disclose a method of operating the physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 500, which includes the steps of: (a) opening the first leaf of the physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 500; (b) removing the transmitter container 520 from the physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 500; (c) removing the transmitter 522 from the transmitter container; (d) attaching the transmitter 522 to the sensor module 8 to form a physiological parameter sensing device; and (e) attaching the physiological parameter monitor 522 to the sensor module 8 to form a physiological parameter sensing device. (f) After the measurement is completed, remove the splitter 560 from the accessory kit 500 for the physiological parameter monitoring device; (g) attach the physiological parameter monitoring device to the splitter 560 and separate the transmitter 522 from the used sensor module 8; (h) place the transmitter 522 in the placement section 13 of the charger 540 and begin charging the transmitter 522; (i) after charging is completed, remove the transmitter 522 from the charger 540; (j) store the charged transmitter 522 in the transmitter container 520. The placement portion 13 of the charger 540 is configured to charge the placed transmitter 522, and the splitter 560 is configured to separate the transmitter 522 from the used sensor module 8, and the transmitter 522 is charged by the charger 540.
[0063] 22A to 22D show another embodiment of the present invention. The physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit provided by the present invention can be designed to accommodate different quantities of devices. The physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 600 in FIG. 22A is configured to accommodate a charger 540 for the transmitter and a splitter 560 for splitting a used sensor module (not shown). Physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 700 of Figure 22B is configured to accommodate transmitter container 520 for accommodating a transmitter (not shown) and splitter 560 for splitting a used sensor module (not shown). Physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 800 of Figure 22C is configured to accommodate transmitter container 520 for accommodating a transmitter (not shown) and charger 540 for the transmitter. The physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 900 of FIG. 22D is configured to accommodate a transmitter container 520 for housing a transmitter (not shown), a charger 540 for the transmitter, and a splitter 560 for splitting a used sensor module (not shown).
[0064] When the closable body 510 is in an open state, in a first operating state, the splitter 560 is removed, the physiological parameter monitoring device is placed in the splitter 560, and the splitter 560 is operated to separate the sensor base 80 and the transmitter 7, and in a second operating state, the charger 540 is removed, the transmitter 7 is placed in the slot 13 of the charger 540, and is connected to an external power source for charging.
[0065] It should be noted that the locking portion 913 of the physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 900 shown in Figure 22D is different from the locking portion 513 of the physiological parameter monitoring device accessory kit 500, and the locks of both are engaged in opposite directions. Those skilled in the art can configure different types of locking elements without departing from the scope of the present invention. [Explanation of symbols]
[0066] 1: Charging device 1A: Charging circuit group 1B: Calibration circuit group 2: Moisture-proof assembly 3: Charging module 3': Second electrical connection port 4: Operation module 5: Stop module 6: Positioning module 6': connecting element 7, 522: Transmitter 8: Sensor module 9: External power supply 10, 20: Housing 10a: Upper housing 10a1: Cover plate 10a2: Pivoting frame 10a3: Upper window 10a4: Slide element 10a5: Lock module 10a6, 22, 53, 62: Elastic elements 10b: Lower housing 10b1: Guide element 10b2: Pivoting frame 10b3: Pressure resistance structure 10b31: First positioning block 10b31p: First state position 10b32: Second positioning block 10b32p: Second state position 11:Display area 12: Push-pull key 12': Push button 13: Placement section 13': Support surface 14:First matching section 15, 17, 23', 803: Opening 16: Baffle outlet 20': First storage space 21: Second Containment Space 21': Observation area 23:First buckling edge 24, 562: Cover 25:Second buckling edge 27: Pressing part 28: Pore structure 29, 525: Desiccant 30: Charging seat 31, 95: First conductive connector 32: Second conductive connector 33: Circuit assembly 40, 94: Operation section 40a: Fixed block 41: First guide structure 41a: First Yokomizo 41b:Second groove 42: Second connection end 43: Block section 43': Avoidance space 44: Third electrical connection port (plug) 44': USB socket 45: Energy storage unit 46: Rechargeable battery 47: Power supply circuit board 50: Pivot 51: Operating end 52:Stopping end 52': Light guide element 60: First connection end 61: Baffle 61': Connection 62': Spring 70:Second matching section 71:Battery 72: Second buckle structure 73: First electrical connection port 74: Transmitting module 75: Bottom shell 80: Sensor-based 81: Sensor assembly 82: Sensor assembly fixing structure 83: First buckle structure 84: Alignment positioning unit 96: Charging indicator 101: Upper regulating rib 102: Lateral control rib 102': side wall 103a: First positioning groove 103b: Second positioning groove 120: Block 150: Guide section 150': Slide groove 180: Positioning button 180a: Positioning shoulder 180b:Channel 180c: Elastic structure 301: Second guide structure (first slide element) 302: Slide element sheet 310: Contact terminal 330: Circuit board 331: Flexible electrical connection element 331': Wire 332: Light-emitting element 500, 600, 700, 800, 900: Accessory Kit 510: Closable body 512: First Leaf 512A: First Bond 512B: First retainer 513, 913: Rock Club 514: Second Leaf 514A: Second Edge 514B: Second retainer 516:End 516A: Pivot element 518, 5612: Buttons 520: Transmitter container 521: Container body 523: Cap 540: Charger 560: Splitter 580: Cable 730: Input section 731: Insertion hole 732: Input terminal 733: Secondary input terminal 801: Bass body 802: Bottom plate 810: Sensor 811: Puncture end 812: Output terminal 961: Light source 5121, 5122, 5123: Sections 5610: Bass 5610A: First storage groove 5610B: Second storage groove 5611: Top cover 5613: Drive unit 5614: Push piece BAT, E1, E2, E3, E4, RX, SW, TX: Contact H1, H2: length Hcompress: Compressed height Hextend: Extended height MP1: First magnetic element MP2: Second magnetic element MP3:Third magnetic element W1, W2: width
Claims
1. 1. An accessory kit for physiological parameter monitoring devices, comprising a closeable body configured to house a plurality of health monitoring devices, the physiological parameter monitoring device includes a sensor base, a sensor provided on the sensor base, and a transmitter removably disposed on the sensor base, the sensor base having at least one opening; 10. An accessory kit comprising: when the closable body is in an open state, in a first operating state, the transmitter is removed from the transmitter container and mounted on the sensor to form the physiological parameter monitoring device for monitoring the physiological parameter; and in a second operating state, a splitter is removed to separate a used sensor base from the transmitter.
2. the closable body includes a first leaf, a second leaf, and an end connecting the first leaf and the second leaf; each of the first leaf and the second leaf having a housing formed of a plastic material; 10. The accessory kit of claim 1, wherein the second leaf has a second retainer disposed within the housing of the second leaf and has at least one compartment configured to accommodate a corresponding portion of one of the plurality of health monitoring devices.
3. 3. The accessory kit of claim 2, wherein the first leaf further includes a first retainer disposed within the housing of the first leaf and defining the at least one compartment.
4. 4. The accessory kit of claim 3, wherein the first retainer is formed of a first retainer material different from a plastic material.
5. 3. The accessory kit of claim 2, wherein the housing of the first leaf has a first edge and the housing of the second leaf has a second edge, and the first edge and the second edge coincide when the body is in a closed position.
6. 3. The accessory kit of claim 2, wherein the end portion includes a pivot element for enabling the first leaf and the second leaf to fold around the end portion.
7. 10. The accessory kit of claim 1, wherein the used sensor base includes a used analyte sensor.
8. 2. The accessory kit of claim 1, wherein the plurality of health monitoring devices includes at least the transmitter container for accommodating the transmitter and the splitter for separating the used sensor base and the transmitter.
9. 2. The accessory kit of claim 1, wherein the plurality of health monitoring devices includes a charger for charging the transmitter and the splitter for separating the used sensor base and the transmitter.
10. 2. The accessory kit of claim 1, wherein the plurality of health monitoring devices includes at least a transmitter container for accommodating the transmitter and a charger for charging the transmitter.