Toilet paper holder and system

Abstract

Collect information about toilet users' excretion in a simple format. [Solution] The toilet paper dispenser (1) includes a support part (4) that rotatably supports the toilet paper (5), a measuring part (8) that measures the dispensing speed and the amount of toilet paper (5) dispensed, a processing means that generates information about the user's excretion using the time series of the dispensing speed and the amount dispensed, and a communication part (16) that outputs information about excretion.

Description

【Technical Field】 【0001】 The present invention relates to a toilet paper dispenser and a system. 【Background Art】 【0002】 Conventional toilet paper dispensers installed in toilets are designed to hold toilet paper and provide the required length according to the user's needs (see, for example, Patent Document 1). The use of a large amount of toilet paper can cause blockages in the building's drainage pipes, and some attempts have been made to limit the amount of toilet paper used (see, for example, Patent Document 2). In addition, some attempts have been made to record excretion logs for metabolic management directly on the toilet itself (see, for example, Non-Patent Document 1). In the technology described in Non-Patent Document 1, the amount of urine excreted by the user into the bowl is calculated based on the change in water level from the measurement start water level, which is set lower than normal, after the user has finished urinating. 【Prior Art Documents】 【Patent Documents】 【0003】 【Patent Document 1】 Japanese Patent No. 5237652 【Patent Document 2】 Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2018-050738 【Non-Patent Documents】 【0004】 【Non-Patent Document 1】 Yamazaki Yoshiro; History of the Development of Western-style Toilets and the Latest Toilet Situation, Journal of the Japanese Society for Wound, Ostomy, and Incontinence Management, 25, 3, 2021 【Summary of the Invention】 【Problems to be Solved by the Invention】 【0005】 It would be preferable if information regarding the excretion of toilet users could be collected without requiring users to perform any complicated operations. The technologies described in Patent Documents 1 and 2 have the problem that they cannot collect information regarding the user's excretion. Furthermore, although the technology described in Patent Document 3 can measure the amount of urine excreted by the user, it is necessary to introduce a toilet equipped with a sensor that measures the water level. 【0006】 One aspect of the present invention aims to realize a technology that can collect information about toilet users' excretion (type of excretion, time, duration of stay, frequency, posture, user identification, etc.) with a simple configuration. [Means for solving the problem] 【0007】 To solve the above problems, a toilet paper dispenser according to one aspect of the present invention comprises a support means for rotatably supporting toilet paper and a processing means for generating information regarding the user's excretion. 【0008】 Furthermore, a toilet paper dispenser according to one aspect of the present invention is characterized in that it includes a counter function for measuring the amount of toilet paper used, and other sensor functions including at least one of a toilet usage detection function, a lighting control function, and a voice guidance function, and that the other sensor functions can operate independently even if the counter function malfunctions or stops. 【0009】 Furthermore, a system according to one aspect of the present invention includes measuring means for measuring the dispensing speed and the amount of toilet paper dispensed from a rotatably supported toilet paper; processing means for generating information relating to the user's excretion using the time series of the dispensing speed and the amount dispensed; and storage control means for storing the information relating to excretion in a storage device. 【0010】 Each aspect of the present invention may be implemented by a computer, in which case a control program for a system that implements the system by operating the computer as each part (software element) of the system, and a computer-readable recording medium on which the program is recorded, also fall within the scope of the present invention. [Effects of the Invention] 【0011】 According to one aspect of the present invention, information regarding the excretion of toilet users can be generated with a simple configuration. [Brief explanation of the drawing] 【0012】 [Figure 1] This is a perspective view showing an example of the configuration of a toilet paper holder according to Embodiment 1. [Figure 2] This is a block diagram showing an example of the overall configuration of the system according to Embodiment 1. [Figure 3] This is a time chart showing an example of a detection case related to Embodiment 1. [Figure 4] This is a sequence diagram showing an example of a method for creating an excretion diary according to Embodiment 1. [Figure 5] This is a sequence diagram showing an example of a method for creating an excretion diary according to Embodiment 1. [Figure 6] This is a perspective view showing an example of the appearance of a toilet paper holder with a shelf according to Embodiment 2. [Modes for carrying out the invention] 【0013】 [Embodiment 1] (Toilet paper holder configuration) Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail. FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an example of the configuration of the toilet paper dispenser 1 according to the present disclosure. The toilet paper dispenser 1 is installed and used in a toilet in, for example, a private house, a commercial facility, a hospital, or a nursing facility. The toilet paper dispenser 1 has a main body 2, a paper cutter 3, a support 4, and a roller 6. The main body 2 is fixed to the wall surface of the toilet with screws or the like. The paper cutter 3 is a member for cutting the toilet paper 5, and is provided above the main body 2 so as to be rotatable. On the back side of the tip of the paper cutter 3, a sawtooth-shaped tooth 3a is provided. When using the toilet paper 5, the user feeds out the end of the toilet paper 5 and cuts the toilet paper 5 with the tooth 3a of the paper cutter 3. 【0014】 The support 4 is a member that rotatably supports the toilet paper 5. The support 4 is an example of the support means according to the present disclosure. The support 4 has a structure that rotatably holds the toilet paper 5 when the toilet paper 5 is assembled by a collapsible structure (not shown). The roller 6 is provided on the paper cutter 3 and abuts on the toilet paper 5 and rotates as the toilet paper 5 rotates. That is, when the user feeds out the toilet paper 5 of a required length, the toilet paper 5 rotates about the shaft 4 provided in the main body 2 as a rotation axis, and the roller 6 rotates as the toilet paper 5 rotates. The rotation amount of the roller 6 correlates with the length of the toilet paper 5 fed out. The rotation amount of the roller 6 is not particularly limited, such as not only the operation of the rotation axis but also the detection of the rotation speed focusing on the circumference of the roller 6. 【0015】 The roller 6 has a support shaft 6a for holding the roller 6 in the toilet paper dispenser 1. The support shaft 6a is connected to a generator 7 (see FIG. 2) described later. The support shaft 6a is rotatably held in the toilet paper dispenser 1. Further, a magnet (not shown) is provided on the support shaft 6a, and the rotation amount of the roller 6 is measured according to the change in the magnetic field accompanying the rotation of the roller 6. 【0016】 (Configuration of the system) FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the overall configuration of the system 100 according to the present embodiment. The system 100 includes a paper roll dispenser 1 and an information processing device 20. In addition to the main body 2, the paper cutting board 3, the support portion 4, and the roller 6 shown in FIG. 1, the paper roll dispenser 1 includes a generator 7 and a control device 10. The control device 10 of the paper roll dispenser 1 and the information processing device 20 are communicably connected via a communication line N. The specific configuration of the communication line N does not limit the present embodiment, but as an example, the communication line N is a wireless LAN (Local Area Network), a wired LAN, a WAN (Wide Area Network), a public switched telephone network, a mobile data communication network, or a combination thereof. It may also be an interruption of information using infrared rays, radio waves, or the like of the function information of the attached sanitary washing device. 【0017】 The generator 7 is driven by the rotation of the roller 6. The generator 7 is an example of the power generation means according to the present disclosure. As an example, the generator 7 has a permanent magnet (not shown) that rotates as the roller 6 rotates and a coil (not shown) provided around the permanent magnet. In this case, the permanent magnet is supported by the support shaft 6a and is provided so as to rotate integrally with the roller 6. The coil is formed in an annular shape and is supported with respect to a housing (not shown) so that the permanent magnet is positioned inside thereof. The power of the generator 7 is stored in a power storage unit 14 described later. Considering the correlation between the electromotive force and the power consumption of the generator 7, power that is transmitted may be used. 【0018】 The control device 10 includes a measurement unit 8, a storage unit 9, a timing unit 11, a size determination unit 12, a personal authentication unit 13, a power storage unit 14, a human body detection unit 15, a cleaning detection unit 17, and a communication unit 16. The measurement unit 8 is an example of the measurement means according to the present disclosure. The size determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13 are examples of the processing means according to the present disclosure. The human body detection unit 15 is an example of the human body detection means according to the present disclosure. The communication unit 16 is an example of the output means and the reception means according to the present disclosure. The cleaning detection unit 17 is an example of the cleaning detection means according to the present disclosure. 【0019】 The measuring unit 8 measures the dispensing speed and the amount of toilet paper 5 dispensed. The dispensing speed and amount of toilet paper 5 are calculated, for example, based on the rotational speed of the roller 6. The rotational speed of the roller 6 is calculated, for example, as follows. Specifically, the measuring unit 8 includes, for example, a signal output unit (not shown) that detects changes in the magnetic field of a magnet provided on the support shaft 6a of the roller 6 and outputs a pulse signal. The number of rotations per unit time of the roller 6, i.e., the rotational speed of the roller 6, v(t), is calculated from the number of pulse signals per unit time output by the signal output unit. The measuring unit 8 also calculates the amount of toilet paper dispensed L by performing a time-series integration using the rotational speed v(t), multiplying it by a coefficient c corresponding to the circumference due to the diameter of the roller 6, and integrating if there are repetitions. The measuring unit 8 calculates the amount of dispensed L using the following formula (1) as an example. In the following explanation, the dispensing speed and amount of dispensed calculated by the measuring unit 8 are also referred to as "TP information". Furthermore, the function of measuring the amount of toilet paper used (dispensed) by the measuring unit 8 is also called the "counter function". 【number】 【0020】 The memory unit 9 stores TP information measured by the measurement unit 8, and information related to excretion generated by the size determination unit 12, which will be described later. The timing unit 11 measures the time when the toilet paper dispenser 1 is used, the time when the toilet paper 5 is removed, etc. The timing unit 11 is an example of a time acquisition means that acquires the time related to this disclosure. 【0021】 The size determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13 generate information regarding the user's excretion using the time series of the dispensing speed and the amount dispensed measured by the measurement unit 8. The information regarding excretion may include, as an example, information indicating at least one of the following: type of excrement, time of excretion, time spent in the room, and number of times excretion occurs. The information regarding excretion may also include, as an example, identification information to identify the user who performed the excretion. Furthermore, the information regarding excretion may include, as an example, information indicating the posture during excretion (sitting or standing). The information regarding excretion may also include the time series of the dispensing speed and the amount dispensed measured by the measurement unit 8. The information regarding excretion may also include the method of washing (timing of washing, sequence of washing, etc.) and the number of times. Thus, the information regarding excretion includes not only the method of excretion, but also the amount of toilet paper 5 used, the method and number of times washing is performed, etc. 【0022】 Furthermore, the size determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13 may generate information related to excretion using the detection results of the human body detection unit 15, which will be described later. Alternatively, the size determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13 may generate information related to excretion using the detection results of the washing detection unit 17, which will be described later. Furthermore, the size determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13 may generate the information related to excretion based on at least one of the following: toilet flushing sound, user movement sounds, odor, temperature, humidity, illuminance, air composition, seating pressure, and vibration. Additionally, the size determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13 may generate the information related to excretion using operation information output from an operation device for flushing the toilet. Examples of operation devices for flushing the toilet include, but are not limited to, an operation remote control or an information device used as an operation remote control (such as a smartphone). Details of the process by which the size determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13 generate information related to excretion will be described later. 【0023】 The power storage unit 14 stores the electricity supplied from the generator 7. The electricity stored in the power storage unit 14 is used for operations that require power. The human body detection unit 15 detects the proximity of a user. More specifically, the human body detection unit 15 detects a user in at least one of two states: standing or sitting. Specific configurations of the human body detection unit 15 include, but are not limited to, infrared sensors, ultrasonic sensors, and radar sensors. The human body detection unit 15 includes, for example, a first sensor for detecting a standing user and a second sensor for detecting a seated user. The first and second sensors are provided, for example, on the main unit 2. However, the first and second sensors may be provided in locations other than the main unit 2, such as on the wall or ceiling of a toilet. The detection results of the human body detection unit 15 are used, for example, when the volume determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13 generate information related to excretion. Furthermore, the human body detection unit 15 may include a sensor for detecting odor, a sensor for measuring temperature, a sensor for measuring humidity, a sensor for measuring illuminance, a sensor for detecting air components, a sensor for measuring the seating pressure on the toilet seat, or a sensor for measuring vibration. 【0024】 The communication unit 16 communicates with other devices such as the information processing device 20 via a communication line N. In particular, the communication unit 16 transmits information related to excretion generated by the size determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13. At this time, the communication unit 16 outputs information related to excretion, for example, via infrared communication, Bluetooth® communication, or in cooperation with a smart device. Here, a smart device is an information device equipped with communication functions. Examples of smart devices include, but are not limited to, smartphones, smartwatches, smart speakers, and wearable terminals (VR headsets, etc.). The communication unit 16 may, for example, periodically transmit information related to excretion to the information processing device 20, or it may transmit information related to excretion to the information processing device 20 when the toilet paper holder 1 is used (when information related to excretion is generated). In addition, the communication unit 16 may, for example, transmit information related to excretion to a device such as the information processing device 20 when an operator (not shown) such as a button provided on the toilet paper holder 1 is operated. More specifically, for example, when a caregiver assisting the user of the toilet paper holder 1 presses a button on the toilet paper holder 1, the control device 10 may transmit information regarding excretion to a user terminal held by the caregiver via wireless communication such as short-range wireless communication. 【0025】 Furthermore, the communication unit 16 receives information transmitted from other devices such as the information processing device 20. In particular, the communication unit 16 receives information transmitted from the information processing device 20 for identifying the user. This user identification information is used by the personal authentication unit 13 when identifying the user. The communication unit 16 also receives operation information output from the control panel for flushing the toilet. 【0026】 The flush detection unit 17 detects the flushing operation of the toilet bowl. More specifically, the flush detection unit 17 detects the flushing operation of the toilet bowl by detecting, for example, the user's position and at least one of the flushing sound. A specific configuration of the flush detection unit 17 may include, for example, a microphone for detecting the flushing sound, but is not limited to this. The flush detection unit 17 may also be configured to detect operation on an operating device (not shown), such as a button, for flushing the toilet bowl. 【0027】 Each part of the control device 10 may be driven by the power of the generator 7. For example, the transmission of information regarding excretion may be performed using the power of the generator 7, and the timing unit 11 may also be driven by the power of the generator 7. 【0028】 Furthermore, the control device 10 performs control to provide sensor functions related to the user's use of the toilet, based on the detection results of a sensor that detects the state of the space in which the toilet paper holder 1 is installed. The control device 10 is an example of the control means according to this disclosure. Here, the sensor function is a function related to the user's use of the toilet, provided based on the detection results of a sensor that detects the state of the space in which the toilet paper holder 1 is installed. The sensor function includes, as an example, at least one of a toilet use detection function, a lighting control function, and a voice guidance function. 【0029】 The control device 10 is configured to temporarily stop the counter function and continue the operation of other sensor functions if it detects an abnormality in the counter function (e.g., obstruction of the optical sensor by paper dust or malfunction of the rotation function). The toilet usage detection function, lighting control function, and voice guidance function are provided by the control device 10 based on the detection results of the human body detection unit 15, for example. The control device 10 operates the above sensor functions independently of the counter function even if the toilet paper measurement function of the measurement unit 8 malfunctions or stops. In other words, the toilet paper dispenser 1 is equipped with a counter function for measuring the amount of toilet paper used and sensor functions such as a toilet usage detection function, lighting control function, and voice guidance function, and it can be said that the sensor functions can operate independently even if the counter function malfunctions or stops. 【0030】 The above configuration prevents the complete shutdown of the toilet paper holder 1 and ensures continuity of service to the user. Furthermore, the basic operation of the toilet paper holder 1 (paper supply, usage detection, lighting control, etc.) is maintained regardless of whether the counter function is present, thus improving product reliability. 【0031】 The information processing device 20 is a device that collects information regarding the excretion of the user of the toilet paper holder 1, and is, for example, a general-purpose computer or a personal computer such as a smartphone, tablet terminal, or laptop computer. The information processing device 20 comprises a communication unit 21, a storage unit 22, a control unit 23, and an input / output unit 24. The control unit 23 executes instructions of a computer program stored in the storage unit 22. The communication unit 21 communicates with devices outside the information processing device 20 via a communication line N. The communication unit 21 transmits data supplied from the control unit 23 to other devices and supplies data received from other devices to the control unit 23. The communication unit 21 is an example of a transmission means according to this disclosure. In particular, the communication unit 21 receives information regarding excretion from the control device 10. 【0032】 The input / output unit 24 is configured to receive input to the information processing device 20 and to output from the information processing device 20. The input / output unit 24 is, for example, a display with a touch panel. The input / output unit 24 may also include input devices such as a keyboard, mouse, camera, and microphone, and output devices such as a display, printer, and speaker. Furthermore, the input / output unit 24 may be configured to receive data from input devices via an interface such as USB (Universal Serial Bus). Alternatively, the input / output unit 24 may be configured to output data to output devices via an interface such as USB. 【0033】 The control unit 23 stores information related to excretion received from the control device 10 in the storage unit 22. The control unit 23 is an example of a storage control means according to this disclosure. Information related to excretion is collected and managed for each user's identification information. Hereinafter, the information related to excretion collected for each user will also be referred to as the "excretion log". The excretion log records the history of excretion for each user. As an example, the control unit 23 generates an excretion log for each user and stores it in the storage unit 22. As an example, the excretion log includes information related to each user's excretion (type of excretion, time of excretion, etc.). The excretion log may also include TP information measured by the measurement unit 8. 【0034】 The excretion log stored in the storage unit 22 is transmitted, for example, to the user's user terminal at a predetermined timing. At this time, the control unit 23 may transmit the information regarding excretion to the user terminal (not shown) corresponding to the identification information associated with that information. In this case, for example, a database in which the user's identification information and destination information (e.g., email address) are associated may be stored in the storage unit 22, and the control unit 23 may transmit the information regarding excretion using the destination information corresponding to the user's identification information at a predetermined timing. Transmission is not limited to direct transmission; a personal computer may be used as an intermediary. 【0035】 For example, by sending a bowel movement log to the user's terminal, the user can check the log and understand their own health status. Also, by sending a bowel movement log to the terminal of a relative of the user, the relative can understand the user's health status and check on their well-being. 【0036】 Furthermore, when the control unit 23 receives a request from another device to acquire the excretion log, it may transmit the excretion log to the other device as a response to that request. The control unit 23 may also output the excretion log to an output device such as a display or printer. 【0037】 The excretion log may be used, for example, in services related to at least one of the following: care support, medical diagnosis, lifestyle improvement, automated ordering of supplies, facility management, and marketing analysis. An example of automated ordering of supplies is ordering toilet paper. 【0038】 Facility management features include, for example, detecting malfunctions in toilets installed in buildings, specifying cleaning schedules, and optimizing toilet paper replenishment. For instance, if toilet paper remains unused for extended periods in restrooms in parks or train stations, it could be assumed to be a sign of malfunction, prompting a maintenance request. In addition to toilet paper usage, alarms could be triggered in combination with odor or human body detection, or independently. Since usage varies among multiple parallel toilet stalls, the system could monitor overall toilet paper usage throughout the building and automatically place orders. Automatic toilet paper ordering is particularly likely to be a need in elderly households. Alternatively, cleaning staff could be dispatched at the appropriate time. 【0039】 Marketing analysis could involve examining new design methods for public restrooms, for example. Additionally, excretion logs could be stored in the cloud and shared among multiple facilities as health management indicators with health management companies and other health management organizations. 【0040】 (Specific examples of data generation and processing related to excretion) The details of the excretion-related information generation process performed by the volume determination unit 12 will now be explained. As mentioned above, excretion-related information may include, for example, the type of excrement, the time of excretion, the time spent in the room, the number of times excreted, the posture during excretion, and identification information to identify the user who excreted. As an example, the volume determination unit 12 determines the type of excrement by determining whether the amount of toilet paper dispensed is below a threshold. More specifically, the volume determination unit 12 may determine, for example, that if the flushing performance of the toilet bowl exceeds 5m, it is feces, and if it is less than 5m, it is urine. In this case, since it is not possible to distinguish between single and double rolls, a safety factor of 2 may be used, and the threshold may be set to 2.5m. Alternatively, the spectrum of the flushing sound, the duration of the flushing sound, or the ventilation of the toilet to eliminate the odor of excretion may also be used. 【0041】 For example, the time information obtained from the timing unit 11 is used as the time of excretion. More specifically, the size determination unit 12 may use, for example, the time when the user is detected by the human body detection unit 15, which will be described later, as the time of excretion. In addition, the time spent in the room is calculated using, for example, the time the user enters and leaves the room, which is determined based on the detection result of the human body detection unit 15, which will be described later. More specifically, the size determination unit 12 may use, for example, the difference between the time the user leaves and enters the room, which is determined based on the detection result of the human body detection unit 15, as the time spent in the room. 【0042】 The number of times a person defecates is determined, for example, by counting the number of times the toilet paper dispenser 1 is used. That is, the volume determination unit 12 determines the number of times a person defecates by counting the number of times the toilet paper dispenser 1 is used. In addition, the posture during defecation is determined, for example, based on the detection result of the human body detection unit 15. More specifically, the volume determination unit 12 determines the posture during defecation based, for example, the detection result of the human body detection unit 15 and the timing when the user dispenses toilet paper 5. 【0043】 (Specific examples of processes for identifying users) The details of the user identification process performed by the personal authentication unit 13 will now be explained. The personal authentication unit 13 identifies the user using at least one of the following: TP information measured by the measurement unit 8, the detection result of the human body detection unit 15, the detection result of the washing detection unit 17, and the excretion-related information generated by the size determination unit 12. 【0044】 The amount of toilet paper used, the length of stay, and changes in posture within the toilet during a single toilet visit vary from user to user, but there are also common trends among users. Specifically, for example, some users sit down immediately upon entering the toilet stall, while others take time before sitting down. Also, some users always flush the toilet seat once before defecating. The personal authentication unit 13 identifies users based on these individual user trends regarding toilet use. 【0045】 Figure 3 is a time chart showing detection cases when multiple users each use toilet paper holder 1. In Figure 3, time charts 200A and 200B are time charts showing detection cases when users UA and UB defecate in the toilet, respectively. Time chart 200C-1 is a time chart showing detection cases when user UC urinates, and time chart 200C-2 is a time chart showing detection cases when user UC defecates. 【0046】 In Figure 3, time chart 201 is a time chart of the detection values ​​of the sensor that detects a standing user, and time chart 202 is a time chart of the detection values ​​of the sensor that detects a seated user. Time chart 203 shows whether the user is seated or not. Time chart 204 shows the timing of the user's excretion. Time chart 205 shows the timing when the measurement unit 8 measured TP information, that is, the timing when the user dispensed toilet paper 5 from the toilet paper dispenser 1. Time chart 206 shows the timing when the user performed a flushing operation. Time chart 207 shows the timing when the flushing detection unit 17 detected a flushing operation. Time chart 208 shows the timing when the user performed a learning operation. Here, a learning operation is an operation to register information to identify the user in the toilet paper dispenser 1. 【0047】 The way people use toilet paper and the order of their actions in the toilet are personal habits. In the example in Figure 3, user UA is shown to take out a small amount of toilet paper once, and then flush the toilet. User UB is shown to flush the toilet before defecating, take out toilet paper multiple times, and take it out quickly before flushing the toilet. User UC is imagined to be a male and is shown to simulate standing urination without sitting and sitting defecation. As shown in Figure 3, there are noteworthy behaviors of users when it comes to defecating. The personal authentication unit 13 detects these habits, such as the amount of toilet paper used, and identifies the user. 【0048】 One method for identifying a user is to compare measurement data, such as TP information measured when the user defecates, with user-specific matching data. In this case, the measurement data used for matching may include, as an example, at least one of the following: a time series of the dispensing speed measured by the measurement unit 8, the dispensing amount, a time chart showing the detection result of the human body detection unit 15, a time chart showing the detection result of the washing detection unit 17, and information related to excretion generated by the size determination unit 12 (type of excrement, posture during excretion, etc.). As an example, the personal authentication unit 13 compares the measurement data with the matching data and identifies the user based on the degree of agreement between the two. Alternatively, as an example, the personal authentication unit 13 may extract features from the measurement data and identify the user based on the similarity between the extracted features and the features of the matching data. 【0049】 The matching data is generated based on pre-measured data. For example, the personal authentication unit 13 may generate the matching data by performing statistical processing on the measurement data collected when the user performs a learning operation. For example, the matching data includes at least one of the following: the time series of the toilet paper dispensing speed, the amount dispensed, a time chart showing the detection results of the human body detection unit 15, a time chart showing the detection results of the washing detection unit 17, and information about excretion generated by the size determination unit 12 (type of excrement, posture during excretion, etc.). 【0050】 Furthermore, the personal authentication unit 13 may, as an example, identify the user by inputting the measurement data into a pre-trained model generated by machine learning. In this case, the pre-trained model is, as an example, a model that has been trained by machine learning by associating the measurement data with identification information that identifies the user as output data. When using a pre-trained model, the personal authentication unit 13 identifies the user based on the output obtained by inputting the measurement data into the pre-trained model. Generally, the number of bowel movements is considered to be 1-2 times / day for defecation and 8 times / day for urination, so if it is difficult to make a judgment, clinical values ​​may be used as a reference. 【0051】 (How to create a bowel movement log) Next, the method by which system 100 creates an excretion log will be explained with reference to the drawings. Figures 4 and 5 are sequence diagrams showing an example of how to create an excretion log. Figure 4 shows an example of operation when the user performs a learning operation, and Figure 5 shows an example of operation when the user does not perform a learning operation. However, the operation of system 100 according to this disclosure is not limited to the examples shown in Figures 4 and 5. 【0052】 In step S101, when the user enters the toilet, in step S102, the human body detection unit 15 of the control device 10 detects the user's entry and starts generating measurement data. In step S103, when the user performs a flushing operation, in step S104, the flushing detection unit 17 detects the flushing sound and stores the detection result as measurement data along with the time in the storage unit 9. The flushing sound before defecation is assumed to be the action of wiping the toilet seat (not shown). 【0053】 In step S105, the user undresses. In step S106, when the user sits down, in step S107, the human body detection unit 15 detects the user sitting down and stores the detection result as measurement data along with the time in the storage unit 9. The volume determination unit 12 also stores information indicating the posture for defecation (standing or sitting) in the storage unit 9. 【0054】 In step S108, the user defecates. In step S109, the user dispenses toilet paper 5 from the toilet paper dispenser 1. In step S110, the measurement unit 8 generates TP information and stores it in the storage unit 9. The volume determination unit 12 also determines whether the defecation posture is standing or sitting based on the detection result of the human body detection unit 15, and stores this information, along with the time of defecation, in the storage unit 9 as information related to defecation. 【0055】 In step S111, when the user performs the operation to flush the toilet, in step S112, the flush detection unit 17 detects the flushing operation and stores the detection result in the storage unit 9 along with the time as information related to excretion. 【0056】 In step S113, the user performs a learning operation. That is, the user uses a user terminal or the like that they possess to transmit identification information to the control device 10 to the control device 10. In step S114, the personal authentication unit 13 of the control device 10 stores the received identification information in the storage unit 9 as information related to excretion. 【0057】 Information regarding excretion, including identification information, is used to generate matching data. Specifically, when a user performs a learning operation, the personal authentication unit 13 generates matching data using information regarding excretion obtained by measuring a series of actions performed by that user. On the other hand, if the user does not perform a learning operation, the personal authentication unit 13 does not generate matching data and identifies the user using TP information, etc. (step S121 in Figure 5). Naturally, the accuracy of individual identification improves with multiple applications (learning operations), but as shown in Figure 3, a series of actions in the toilet are characteristic of each user, so it is expected that an personally authenticated excretion log can be obtained without any operation. 【0058】 In step S115, the user gets dressed, and in step S116, the user leaves the toilet. In step S117, the human body detection unit 15 detects the user leaving the toilet. In step S118, the volume determination unit 12 generates information related to excretion based on the TP information, the detection result of the human body detection unit, and the detection result of the washing detection unit 17, and stores it in the storage unit 9. The information related to excretion may include the TP information, the detection result of the human body detection unit, and the detection result of the washing detection unit 17. 【0059】 In step S119, the control device 10 transmits information regarding excretion to the information processing device 20 at a predetermined timing. In step S120, the information processing device 20 receives the information regarding excretion from the control device 10 and stores it in the storage unit 22 as an excretion log. 【0060】 Figure 5 shows an example of operation when the user does not perform a learning operation. The sequence diagram shown in Figure 5 includes processes other than those in steps S113 and S114 of Figure 4, and also includes the process of step S121 after the process of step S118. In step S121, the personal authentication unit 13 identifies the user using TP information, etc., and includes information indicating the identification result in the information related to excretion. 【0061】 (Effects of the embodiment) As described above, the toilet paper dispenser 1 according to this embodiment includes a support unit 4 that rotatably supports the toilet paper 5, a measuring unit 8 that measures the dispensing speed and amount of toilet paper 5, a volume determination unit 12 and a personal authentication unit 13 that generate information about the user's excretion using the time series of the dispensing speed and the amount of toilet paper dispensed, and a communication unit 16 that outputs information about excretion. This allows information about excretion to be collected simply by the user performing the act of excretion. Furthermore, based on the collected information, for example, a caregiver or family member in a remote location can check information such as the number of times excretion occurs, the time of excretion, and the time of day of excretion, and infer the health status of the person. Since excretion is an unavoidable part of life, reliable monitoring can be expected. 【0062】 Furthermore, the toilet paper dispenser 1 according to this embodiment is equipped with a counter function for measuring the amount of toilet paper 5 used. However, even if the counter temporarily stops functioning due to the effects of paper dust or the like, other sensor functions (usage detection, lighting control, voice guidance, etc.) can operate independently. This allows the basic functions of the toilet paper dispenser to be maintained without compromising user convenience or hygiene. In addition, even if the counter function is intentionally stopped (disabled), the other functions continue to operate effectively, enabling flexible operation according to the installation environment and operational policies. 【0063】 This embodiment relates to a toilet paper dispenser that automatically records and notifies the usage status of toilet paper 5, and can be used primarily to improve the efficiency of excretion record-keeping in care settings. Furthermore, this embodiment relates to a toilet paper dispenser and system that automatically measures, records, and notifies the usage status of toilet paper 5, and can be used not only to improve the efficiency and reduce the burden of excretion record-keeping in care and nursing settings, but also to improve the efficiency of toilet usage and cleaning management in public and commercial facilities, and can be used in a variety of industrial fields, such as analyzing users' lifestyle habits and acquiring marketing data. 【0064】 [Embodiment 2] Other embodiments of the present invention are described below. For the sake of clarity, components having the same function as those described in the above embodiments will be denoted by the same reference numerals, and their descriptions will not be repeated. 【0065】 Figure 6 is a block diagram showing an example of the appearance of the shelf-equipped toilet paper holder 1B according to this embodiment. In addition to the main body 2, paper cutting plate 3, support part 4, roller 6, generator 7, and control device 10, the shelf-equipped toilet paper holder 1B includes a shelf 31, LED (Light Emitting Diode) 32, communication button 33, input terminal 34, acceleration sensor 35, first human presence sensor 36, and second human presence sensor 37. The main body 2, paper cutting plate 3, support part 4, roller 6, generator 7, and control device 10 are the same as in the embodiments described above, and their descriptions will not be repeated here. 【0066】 Shelf 31 is a shelf board provided on top of the paper cutting board 3. An acceleration sensor 35 and a second human presence sensor 37 are provided on the top surface of shelf 31, and a first human presence sensor 36 is provided on the side of shelf 31. LED 32 lights up when the control device 10 is in a state where communication is possible. The communication button 33 is an operator used to put the control device 10 into a state where communication is possible. When the communication button 33 is pressed, the control device 10 performs control to enable data transmission and reception, and also lights up LED 32. 【0067】 Various types of controls are connected to the input terminal 34. The input terminal 34 is an example of an input means according to this disclosure. For example, a control for transmitting a rescue signal is connected to the input terminal 34. Examples of controls include, but are not limited to, switches, buttons, and levers. For example, if an SOS button connected to the input terminal 34 is pressed, the control device 10 may transmit information that the user is requesting rescue to the information processing device 20 or a predetermined user terminal in response to the output signal from the SOS button. Here, a predetermined user terminal may include, but is not limited to, a terminal held by a relative, caregiver, or medical professional of the user of the toilet paper holder 1. By notifying the user terminal, for example, the user's relatives can understand that the user of the toilet paper holder 1 is requesting rescue. 【0068】 The acceleration sensor 35 measures the force applied to the shelf 31. Based on the measurement value from the acceleration sensor 35, the number of times the user touches the shelf 31 (e.g., 4 times a day) can be determined. The first human presence sensor 36 is a sensor that detects users in a standing position, and the second human presence sensor 37 is a sensor that detects users in a seated position. The first human presence sensor 36 and the second human presence sensor 37 are configured to correspond to the human body detection unit 15 in Figure 1. 【0069】 In this embodiment, information regarding the user's excretion may include at least one of the following: operation on the communication button 33, operation on the control element connected to the input terminal 34, measurement value from the acceleration sensor 35, detection result from the first human presence sensor 36, and detection result from the second human presence sensor 37. Alternatively, information regarding the user's excretion may be generated using at least one of the following: operation on the communication button 33, operation on the control element connected to the input terminal 34, measurement value from the acceleration sensor 35, detection result from the first human presence sensor 36, and detection result from the second human presence sensor 37. 【0070】 In this embodiment as well, similar to Embodiment 1 described above, information regarding excretion generated by the control device 10 is collected by the information processing device 20 and managed as an excretion log. The information processing device 20 may, for example, output the excretion log at a predetermined timing, or it may, for example, output an alert when the information regarding excretion meets predetermined conditions. More specifically, for example, the information processing device 20 may send an alert to a predetermined user terminal when the measurement value of the acceleration sensor 35 is above a predetermined threshold. 【0071】 The configuration of the toilet paper holder with shelf according to this disclosure is not limited to the example shown in Figure 6. The toilet paper holder with shelf 1B may, for example, be provided with an operating device (button, etc.) for flushing the toilet bowl, or the operating device for flushing the toilet bowl may be connected to an input terminal. 【0072】 [Variation] (Variation 1) In the above-described embodiment, the toilet paper dispenser 1 or information processing device 20 may further include an information notification means that measures the amount of toilet paper 5 used for each toilet booth based on the measurement results from the measurement unit 8, and notifies information regarding the timing of toilet cleaning, the timing of replenishing consumables, or the usage status of the toilet based on a significant difference in the amount of toilet paper used in each toilet booth. Here, consumables include, but are not limited to, toilet paper 5, paper towels, detergent, disinfectant wipes, hand soap, hand dryer filters, garbage bags, alcohol spray, automatic flushing machine batteries, etc. Information regarding the usage status of the toilet includes, but is not limited to, the number of times each toilet booth has been used, the presence or absence of vomit, the length of stay, the presence or absence of abnormality detection, etc. For example, if a user is detected but toilet paper 5 is not used, the possibility of vomit being present is notified. 【0073】 Toilet paper usage for each toilet stall is determined based on the integral value of toilet paper usage, or on the statistical variability (standard deviation, variance) of the amount dispensed, or the frequency of use exceeding a threshold. Information is provided in a format that facility managers can respond to immediately, such as LED displays, notifications to smart devices, and cloud-linked dashboard displays. This configuration enables the optimization of cleaning and replenishment according to the usage status of each toilet stall, resulting in the efficient allocation of human resources. 【0074】 In public and commercial facilities, toilet stall usage is often uneven, leading to wasted effort and low productivity with uniform cleaning and replenishment. Notification based on significant differences in usage contributes to more efficient maintenance and optimal material management, leading to reduced facility operating costs. In particular, in elderly care facilities and nursing homes, changes in usage may indicate changes in health conditions, thus strengthening monitoring capabilities. 【0075】 (Modification 2) At least some of the functions of the control device 10 according to each embodiment described above may be implemented in other devices such as the information processing device 20. For example, the functions of the size determination unit 12 and the personal authentication unit 13 may be provided in the information processing device 20. In this case, the control device 10 transmits data indicating the dispensing speed and dispensing amount measured by the measurement unit 8 to the information processing device 20, and the information processing device 20 uses the received data to perform processing to determine the type of excrement and processing to identify the user. 【0076】 (Variation 3) Furthermore, the functions of the control device 10 and the information processing device 20 described above may be implemented by sharing the responsibilities of multiple devices. For example, the information processing device 20 described above may be realized as a system in which two or more devices are connected via a communication network. In this case, the functions of the information processing device 20 are realized through the cooperation of multiple devices. 【0077】 (Modification 4) In the above-described embodiment, the control device 10 transmitted information regarding excretion via the communication unit 16, but the control device 10 may also output information regarding excretion to other devices such as the information processing device 20 via an interface such as USB. 【0078】 (Variation 5) In the embodiments described above, the process by which the personal authentication unit 13 identifies the user is not limited to the examples described above. The personal authentication unit 13 may identify the user using a machine learning model that has been trained on data such as excretion actions, usage time, washing operations, and changes in posture. In this case, the training data for the machine learning model may include, for example, multiple sets of data showing excretion actions, usage time, washing operations, changes in posture, etc., and identification information that identifies the user. The machine learning method of the machine learning model is not limited, and for example, decision tree-based, linear regression, or neural network methods may be used, or two or more of these methods may be used. Examples of decision tree-based methods include LightGBM (Light Gradient Boosting Machine), Random Forest, and XGBoost. Examples of linear regression methods include Bayesian regression, support vector regression, Ridge regression, Lasso regression, and ElasticNet. Examples of neural networks include deep learning. 【0079】 In this case, the input to the machine learning model may include data such as excretion behavior, usage time, washing operations, and changes in posture. The output of the machine learning model may also include identification information to identify the user. 【0080】 (Experimental variation 6) Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, the personal authentication unit 13 may identify the user by coordinating with the user's smart device. Specifically, as an example, the personal authentication unit 13 may receive user identification information from the user's smart device and identify the user based on the received identification information. 【0081】 (Example 7) In the above-described embodiment, the toilet paper dispenser 1 generated and output information related to excretion, but other excretion-related equipment may also generate and output information related to excretion. Examples of excretion-related equipment include toilet seats, washing devices, lighting devices, ventilation devices, floor sensors, and other toilet equipment. Alternatively, the excretion-related equipment may be a shelf installed around the toilet paper dispenser (e.g., on top of the dispenser). In this case, the excretion-related equipment may, for example, receive information indicating the toilet paper dispensing speed and amount measured by the toilet paper dispenser via wireless communication, and use the received information to generate information related to the user's excretion. In other words, functions other than measuring the toilet paper dispensing speed and amount may be separated into other excretion-related equipment such as a shelf. 【0082】 [Examples of implementation using software] The functions of the control device 10 and the information processing device 20 (hereinafter referred to as "devices") are programs for realizing the devices using a computer, and can be realized by programs for making each control block of the devices function on the computer. This program can also be described as a program that causes the computer to execute each step (which can also be rephrased as "each process," "each procedure," "each step," etc.) included in the excretion log creation method described in the above embodiment. 【0083】 When each function is implemented by program, the above-mentioned device may be provided with a computer having at least one control device (e.g., a processor) and at least one storage device (e.g., memory) as hardware for executing the above-mentioned program. By executing the above-mentioned program using this control device and storage device, each function described in each of the above embodiments is realized. 【0084】 The above program may be recorded on one or more computer-readable recording media, not temporary ones. These recording media may or may not be provided by the above device. In the latter case, the program may be supplied to the above device via any wired or wireless transmission medium. 【0085】 Furthermore, some or all of the functions of each of the above control blocks can also be realized by logic circuits. For example, an integrated circuit in which logic circuits functioning as each of the above control blocks are formed is also included in the scope of the present invention. In addition, it is also possible to realize the functions of each of the above control blocks by, for example, a quantum computer. 【0086】 Furthermore, each process described in the above embodiments may be performed by AI (Artificial Intelligence). In this case, the AI ​​may operate on the control device described above, or it may operate on other devices (for example, an edge computer or a cloud server). 【0087】 The present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications are possible within the scope of the claims. Embodiments obtained by appropriately combining the technical means disclosed in different embodiments are also included in the technical scope of the present invention. 【0088】 〔summary〕 A toilet paper dispenser according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention comprises a support means for rotatably supporting toilet paper and a processing means for generating information regarding the user's excretion. According to the above embodiment, information regarding the excretion of a toilet user can be generated with a simple configuration. 【0089】 A toilet paper dispenser according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention further comprises, in addition to the toilet paper dispenser of Embodiment 1, a measuring means for measuring the dispensing speed and the amount of toilet paper dispensed, and an output means for outputting information relating to excretion, wherein the processing means generates information relating to the excretion of the user using the time series of the dispensing speed and the amount dispensed. According to the above embodiment, information relating to the excretion of a toilet user can be generated with a simple configuration. 【0090】 Furthermore, in the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 3 of the present invention, the information relating to excretion includes identification information that identifies the user who performed the excretion, as in the toilet paper holder of embodiment 1 or 2. According to the above embodiment, for example, even in toilets used by an unspecified number of people, information relating to each person's excretion can be managed individually in each facility. 【0091】 Furthermore, in any one of the four embodiments of the present invention, the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 1 to 3 includes, in any one of the following information regarding excretion: time of excretion, type of excrement, time spent in the room, and number of times excretion occurs. According to the above embodiments, it is possible to collect information regarding excretion that includes, at least one of the following: time of excretion, type of excrement, time spent in the room, and number of times excretion occurs. 【0092】 Furthermore, the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 5 of the present invention further comprises a human body detection means for detecting a user in at least one of the following states: standing or sitting, in any one of the toilet paper holders from embodiments 1 to 4, and the processing means generates information regarding excretion using the detection result of the human body detection means. According to the above embodiment, information regarding the excretion of a toilet user can be generated with greater accuracy. In particular, if the information regarding excretion includes information that identifies the user, the user can be identified with greater accuracy by using the detection result of the human body detection means in addition to the measurement result of the measurement means. 【0093】 Furthermore, the toilet paper dispenser according to embodiment 6 of the present invention further comprises, in the toilet paper dispenser of embodiment 2, the measuring means measuring the dispensing speed and dispensing amount based on the rotational speed of a roller that rotates in conjunction with the rotation of the toilet paper, and a power generation means driven by the rotation of the roller. According to the above embodiment, devices that require electricity to be driven can be utilized, and for example, battery depletion can be prevented. 【0094】 Furthermore, in the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 7 of the present invention, the output means is driven by the power of the power generation means, as in the toilet paper holder of embodiment 6. According to the above embodiment, information can be utilized using the power of the power generation means. 【0095】 Furthermore, the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 8 of the present invention further comprises a time acquisition means for acquiring the time, in addition to the toilet paper holder of embodiment 6 or 7, wherein the time acquisition means is driven by the power of the power generation means. According to the above embodiment, information including the user's excretion time can be collected using the power of the power generation means. 【0096】 Furthermore, the toilet paper holder according to aspect 9 of the present invention further comprises an input means to which an operator for transmitting a rescue signal is connected, in any one of the toilet paper holders from aspects 1 to 8. According to the above aspects, for example, if the user becomes unwell in the toilet, the caregiver or other person can be notified. 【0097】 Furthermore, in any one of the toilet paper holders from embodiments 1 to 9, the toilet paper holder further comprises a flushing detection means for detecting the flushing operation of the toilet bowl, and the processing means generates information related to excretion using the detection result of the flushing detection means. According to the above embodiment, for example, the user's posture (sitting, standing) during excretion can be determined. Also, if the information related to excretion includes information that identifies the user, the user can be identified with greater accuracy by using the detection result of the flushing detection means or information indicating the type of posture the user has during excretion, in addition to the measurement result of the measurement means. 【0098】 Furthermore, in the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 11 of the present invention, the cleaning detection means detects at least one of the user's position and the sound of cleaning, in addition to the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 10. According to the above embodiment, the user's defecation posture can be determined without any special operation. 【0099】 Furthermore, in the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 12 of the present invention, in any one of embodiments 1 to 11, the processing means generates information related to excretion based on at least one of the following: toilet flushing sound, user movement sound, odor, temperature, humidity, illuminance, air components, seating pressure, and vibration. According to the above embodiment, more detailed information can be generated as information related to excretion. 【0100】 Furthermore, in the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 13 of the present invention, in the toilet paper holder of embodiment 2, 6, 7, or 8, the output means outputs the information relating to excretion via infrared communication, Bluetooth® communication, or in cooperation with a smart device. According to the above embodiment, information relating to the excretion of toilet users can be collected with a simple configuration. 【0101】 Furthermore, the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 14 of the present invention further comprises a receiving means for receiving operation information output from an operator for flushing the toilet bowl, in any one of embodiments 1 to 13, and the processing means generates information related to excretion using the operation information. According to the above embodiment, more detailed information can be generated as information related to excretion by using operation information related to the flushing operation. 【0102】 Furthermore, the toilet paper dispenser according to embodiment 15 of the present invention further comprises an information notification means that measures the amount of toilet paper used for each toilet stall based on the measurement results from the measuring means, and notifies information regarding the timing of toilet cleaning, the timing of replenishing consumables, or the usage status of the toilet based on the significant difference in the amount of toilet paper used for each toilet stall. According to the above embodiment, it becomes possible to optimize cleaning and replenishment according to the usage status of each toilet stall, and efficient allocation of human resources is realized. 【0103】 Furthermore, the toilet paper holder according to embodiment 16 of the present invention further comprises a control means that performs control to provide functions related to the user's use of the toilet, based on the detection result of a sensor that detects the state of the space in which the toilet paper holder is installed, in the toilet paper holder of embodiment 2 or 15, wherein the control means operates the function independently of the measuring means even if the toilet paper measuring function by the measuring means malfunctions or stops. According to the above embodiment, even if the measuring function malfunctions or stops, the basic functions of the toilet paper holder can be maintained without impairing the user's convenience or hygiene. 【0104】 Furthermore, the toilet paper dispenser according to embodiment 17 of the present invention is equipped with a counter function for measuring the amount of toilet paper used, and other sensor functions including at least one of a toilet usage detection function, a lighting control function, and a voice guidance function, and is characterized in that even if the counter function malfunctions or stops working, the other sensor functions can operate independently. According to the above embodiment, even if the counter function malfunctions or stops working, the basic functions of the toilet paper dispenser can be maintained without impairing the convenience or hygiene of the user. 【0105】 Furthermore, the system according to embodiment 18 of the present invention includes measuring means for measuring the dispensing speed and the amount of toilet paper dispensed from a rotatably supported toilet paper; means for generating information relating to the user's excretion using the time series of the dispensing speed and the amount dispensed; and storage control means for storing the information relating to the excretion in a storage device. According to the above embodiment, information relating to the excretion of toilet users can be collected with a simple configuration. 【0106】 Furthermore, the system according to aspect 19 of the present invention further comprises, in the system of aspect 18, the information relating to excretion includes identification information that identifies the user who performed the excretion, and transmission means for transmitting the information relating to excretion to a user terminal corresponding to the identification information contained in the information relating to excretion. According to the above aspect, for example, information relating to a user's excretion can be checked from a remote location. 【0107】 Furthermore, in the system according to aspect 20 of the present invention, the information relating to excretion is used in the system of aspect 18 or 19 for services relating to at least one of the following: care support, medical diagnosis, improvement of lifestyle habits, automatic ordering of materials, facility management, and marketing analysis. According to the above aspects, care support, medical diagnosis, improvement of lifestyle habits, automatic ordering of materials, facility management, and marketing analysis can be made more efficient. 【0108】 Furthermore, the system according to embodiment 21 of the present invention further comprises, in any one of the systems of embodiments 18 to 20, an information notification means that measures the amount of toilet paper used for each toilet booth based on the measurement results from the measurement means, and notifies information regarding cleaning timing, replenishment timing, or usage status based on significant differences in the amount of toilet paper used for each toilet booth. According to the above embodiment, it becomes possible to optimize cleaning and replenishment according to the usage status of each toilet booth, and efficient allocation of human resources is realized. 【0109】 Furthermore, the method according to embodiment 22 of the present invention includes measuring the dispensing speed and the amount of toilet paper dispensed from a rotatably supported toilet paper, generating information relating to the user's excretion using the time series of the dispensing speed and the amount dispensed, and storing the information relating to the excretion in a storage device. 【0110】 Furthermore, the program according to embodiment 23 of the present invention is a program that causes a computer to perform the following actions: measure the dispensing speed and the amount of toilet paper dispensed from a rotatably supported toilet paper; generate information regarding the user's excretion using the time series of the dispensing speed and the amount dispensed; and store the information regarding excretion in a storage device. [Explanation of symbols] 【0111】 1 Toilet paper holder 2 Main body 3 Paper cutting board 5 Toilet paper 6 rollers 6a Support shaft 7. Generator 8 Measurement Unit 9, 22 Memory section 10 Control device 11 Timing section 12 Size determination section 13. Personal Authentication Department 14. Energy Storage Unit 15 Human body detection unit 16 Communications Department 17. Cleaning detection unit 20 Information Processing Devices 21 Communications Department 23 Control Unit 100 Systems

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[Claim 1] A support means for rotatably supporting toilet paper, A measuring means for measuring the amount of toilet paper dispensed, A processing means that generates information indicating the type of excretion of the user using the aforementioned dispensing amount, A toilet paper holder equipped with a toilet paper dispenser. [Claim 2] The measuring means measures the dispensing speed of the toilet paper in addition to the dispensing amount, The processing means identifies the user by comparing the dispensing speed and the dispensing amount with user-specific verification data generated based on the toilet paper dispensing speed and dispensing amount measured in advance. The toilet paper holder according to claim 1. [Claim 3] The measuring means measures the dispensing speed of the toilet paper in addition to the dispensing amount, The processing means takes data including the toilet paper dispensing speed and amount as input data, and identification information for identifying the user as output data, and identifies the user by inputting the data including the dispensing speed and amount measured by the measurement means into a trained model that has been machine-learned by associating the input data and the output data. The toilet paper holder according to claim 1. [Claim 4] The system further includes a human body detection means for detecting a user in at least one of the following states: The processing means generates information indicating at least one of the time of defecation and the time spent in the room, using the detection result of the human body detection means. A toilet paper holder according to any one of claims 1 to 3. [Claim 5] The measuring means measures the amount dispensed based on the rotational speed of the roller that rotates in conjunction with the rotation of the toilet paper. The system further comprises a power generation means driven by the rotation of the rollers, A toilet paper holder according to any one of claims 1 to 3. [Claim 6] Further comprising an output means for outputting information indicating the type of excretion, The output means is driven by the power of the power generation means. The toilet paper holder according to claim 5. [Claim 7] It further includes a means for obtaining the time, The time acquisition means is driven by the power of the power generation means. The toilet paper holder according to claim 5. [Claim 8] It further comprises an input means to which an operator for transmitting a rescue signal is connected, A toilet paper holder according to any one of claims 1 to 3. [Claim 9] It further includes a flush detection means for detecting the flushing action of the toilet bowl, The aforementioned verification data includes data indicating the detection result of the toilet flushing operation. The processing means identifies the user by comparing the dispensing speed, the dispensing amount, and the detection result of the cleaning detection means with the matching data. The toilet paper holder according to claim 2. [Claim 10] Further comprising a flush detection means for detecting the flushing operation of the toilet bowl, The aforementioned trained model is a machine learning model that uses data including the detection results of toilet paper dispensing speed, dispensing amount, and toilet flushing operation as input data, and user identification information as output data, relating the input data and the output data. The processing means identifies the user by inputting data including the dispensing speed, the dispensing amount, and the detection result of the cleaning detection means into the trained model. The toilet paper holder according to claim 3. [Claim 11] The toilet paper holder according to claim 9 or 10, wherein the cleaning detection means detects at least one of the user's position and the sound of cleaning. [Claim 12] Further comprising an output means for outputting information indicating the type of excretion via infrared communication, Bluetooth® communication, or cooperation with a smart device, A toilet paper holder according to any one of claims 1 to 3. [Claim 13] The system further includes an information notification means that measures the amount of toilet paper used in each toilet stall based on the measurement results from the aforementioned measuring means, and notifies information regarding cleaning timing, replenishment timing, or usage status based on significant differences in the amount of toilet paper used in each toilet stall. A toilet paper holder according to any one of claims 1 to 3. [Claim 14] The system further comprises a control means that performs control to provide functions related to the user's use of the toilet, based on the detection results of a sensor that detects the state of the space in which the toilet paper holder is installed, The control means continues the detection operation by the sensor and operates the function independently of the measurement means even if the toilet paper measurement function by the measurement means malfunctions or stops. A toilet paper holder according to any one of claims 1 to 3. [Claim 15] A measuring means for measuring the amount of toilet paper dispensed from a rotatably supported toilet paper roll, A processing means that generates information indicating the type of excretion of the user using the aforementioned dispensing amount, A storage control means that stores information indicating the type of excretion in a storage device, A system equipped with these features. [Claim 16] The measuring means measures the dispensing speed of the toilet paper in addition to the dispensing amount, The processing means identifies the user by comparing the dispensing speed and the dispensing amount with user-specific verification data generated based on the dispensing speed and dispensing amount of toilet paper measured in advance. The system further comprises a transmission means for transmitting information indicating the type of excretion to a user terminal corresponding to the user identified by the processing means, The system according to claim 15. [Claim 17] The measuring means measures the dispensing speed of the toilet paper in addition to the dispensing amount, The processing means takes data including the toilet paper dispensing speed and amount as input data, and identification information for identifying the user as output data, and identifies the user by inputting the data including the dispensing speed and amount measured by the measurement means into a trained model that has been machine-learned by associating the input data and the output data. The system further comprises a transmission means for transmitting information indicating the type of excretion to a user terminal corresponding to the user identified by the processing means, The system according to claim 15. [Claim 18] The information indicating the type of excretion will be used for services related to at least one of the following: care support, medical diagnosis, lifestyle improvement, automated ordering of materials, facility management, and marketing analysis. The system according to any one of claims 15 to 17. [Claim 19] The system further includes an information notification means that measures the amount of toilet paper used in each toilet stall based on the measurement results from the aforementioned measurement means, and notifies information regarding the timing of toilet cleaning, the timing of replenishing consumables, or the usage status of the toilets based on significant differences in the amount of toilet paper used in each toilet stall. The system according to any one of claims 15 to 17.

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