SMART GRIP PEN

Abstract

This invention relates to a smart grip pen that can be used in the education sector, special education institutions, preschool education institutions, the health sector, hospitals, clinics, corporate workspaces, offices, meeting rooms, co-working spaces, physical therapy and rehabilitation centers, and therapeutic applications for motor skill support. Its feature is that it is a pen used for writing purposes, consisting of a Bluetooth chip slot (1) located in the upper cap section of the pen, an ink level indicator (2) located on the side surface of the pen, a triangular grip area (3) located in the grip section of the pen, and an antimicrobial coating (4) located on the surface of the said triangular grip area (3).

Description

1 TARIFF SMART GRIP PEN Technological Field: 5 This invention is relevant to the education sector, private educational institutions, preschools, and healthcare. sector, hospitals, clinics, corporate workspaces, offices, meeting rooms, common areas work areas, physical therapy and rehabilitation centers, and motor skills support. It relates to a smart grip pen that can be used in therapeutic applications. 10 State of the Art: Nowadays, especially during the daily use of pens by school-aged children Losing a pen, timely detection of the ink level in the pen 15 inability to do so, non-ergonomic or incorrect pen grip, and multiple various problems such as the hygiene risks posed by pens used by individuals These problems are encountered. Each of these problems affects the continuity of use and writing. ergonomics, hygiene conditions and efficient use of consumables It can affect and there are 20 different products aimed at solving these problems in known technology. and accessories are used. Preventing pens from getting lost or locating lost pens In practices aimed at determination, procured independently of the item Bluetooth-based tracking tags can be used. These types of tracking tags are available in separate 25 as an electronic component to a pen or an object carried with a pen It is attached and provides tracking functionality via wireless communication. Purchasing these labels separately would cost an additional approximately 50-150 TL. They can add cost, as they are an accessory independent of the pen. Therefore, they also need to be transported and associated with the pen, and especially 30 From the perspective of child users, the accessory may be lost, forgotten, or not regularly used. Usage problems such as non-use may occur. 2 A transparent pen is used in the known technique for monitoring the amount of ink inside the pen. pens with a body structure or those that allow external observation of the ink level Special designs that make this possible are used. However, such products have a certain advantage. Because some parts are compatible with specific pen or cartridge structures, different consumables are required. 5 Usage possibilities may be limited with these materials. Insufficient ink level. If this cannot be followed, unexpected ink leaks may occur during use. pens that run out of ink or have a usable amount of ink left in them It is possible for it to be decommissioned prematurely. This situation is related to usage. This can negatively affect its continuity, as well as lead to waste of consumables and unnecessary pen waste. 10 It can also cause its formation. In known practices for ensuring correct pen grip, the pen... grip devices made of silicone or similar materials that are attached to the body afterwards These devices are used. These devices allow the user to hold their fingers in specific positions. 15 It is attached externally to the grip area of ​​the pen to provide assistance. However These accessories, which are separate parts from the pen body, are used... It can come loose, fall off, or get lost during use, and the user They must be positioned correctly before each use. It may be necessary. Especially for child users, these types of external devices may need to be used constantly and for 20 minutes. the difficulty of using it correctly, correcting the wrong pen grip It imposes a limitation based on the continuity of use. In hygiene practices, shared items are particularly important. surfaces can be cleaned with antibacterial or disinfectant wipes and similar cleaning products. 25 The products need to be cleaned at regular intervals. This approach... Hygiene is an external and repetitive process that the user must perform regularly. This causes it to be dependent on the process; the cleaning process is not carried out or When hygiene is disrupted, continuity cannot be ensured. Furthermore, loss prevention... Ink level monitoring, proper grip, and hygiene are 30 independent needs. The aim is to meet the needs of the user with products, accessories and applications; from a user's perspective, there are multiple options. procurement, transportation, storage and regular management of excess products. 3 This reveals the necessity of its use. This structure's total cost and usage... increasing its complexity, especially in the application of independent use by children. This makes it difficult to ensure continuity and to meet these needs simultaneously. It makes things more difficult. Description of the invention: The invention features loss prevention, ink level monitoring, ergonomic grip, and hygiene. Their functions are combined in a single pen body while maintaining standard pen size and weight. It offers integrated functionality. The Bluetooth chip slot integrated into the pen body, 10 transparent ink level indicator, ergonomic triangular grip area and antimicrobial Thanks to its surface coating, four different functions can be performed simultaneously within the same product. This is possible. Thus, the user can carry additional accessories for different needs. or an integrated pen without the need to attach any additional accessories to the pen later. It can benefit from its structure. 15 The pen body includes a Bluetooth-based tracking function to prevent the product from getting lost. This allows for increased availability in this situation. Regarding the tracking function... The fact that the component is integrated with the pen structure makes it particularly suitable for daily use by school-aged children. 20 The loss prevention function in its use requires the pen to be carried continuously along with the pen. This ensures that functional components other than the Bluetooth module operate passively. This limits the need for electronic energy, thus eliminating the need for battery replacement or charging. The requirement can be kept to a minimum. The integrated structure also includes four different by enabling the need to be met through a single product, thus reducing the total cost of ownership. It contributes to its reduction. 25 The transparent ink level indicator included in the invention shows the user the ink level inside the pen. It provides continuous and visual information about the ink level and fulfills this function. It does not require any additional electronic components or consumables for its installation. Being able to monitor the ink level during use prevents unexpected ink loss. This allows the user to be informed in advance about potential depletion of the system. the pen should be put out of use before all the ink inside is used up 4 This feature also contributes to prevention. This feature makes the consumable more efficient. by supporting its use, reducing unnecessary pen waste and ink waste. It contributes to environmental sustainability. The ergonomic triangular grip structure created in the grip area of ​​the pen allows the user to 5 positioning the fingers on designated gripping surfaces It supports the triangular geometry as an integrated part of the pen body. Thanks to its configuration, the gripping function is assigned to an external or detachable part. It can be provided continuously without needing to be reused. This structure is especially important for schools. supporting the correct pencil grip habits in children of this age and user 10 It allows for the guidance of finger placement without requiring any intervention. This ergonomic design also helps individuals with motor skill difficulties. in therapeutic applications aimed at supporting comprehension and writing activities It offers a potential use case that can be evaluated. The antimicrobial coating on the pen's surface ensures its durability for the duration of its lifespan. It provides an integrated surface feature to support hygienic conditions. An antimicrobial formulated to maintain its effectiveness for approximately two years. The coating allows the user to perform a repetitive application. Long-term protection can be provided without the need for additional supplies. This feature is particularly important in the 20s. kindergartens, schools, special education institutions, hospitals, clinics, nurses and doctors multiple items such as workstations, meeting rooms and co-working spaces supporting hygiene conditions in environments where it can be used by the user It contributes. The invention's integrated and simple user interface makes it particularly useful for children to use the pen independently. This allows it to be used as such. The pen's ergonomic grip and ink monitoring and antimicrobial surface functions of any installation or user It can be used directly without requiring any additional processing by the system. It increases the ease of daily use. In this respect, the invention is suitable for primary and secondary school students. In addition to daily use by students, hygiene is also used in special education applications. in sensitive educational environments, healthcare facilities, corporate work in fields and applications aimed at supporting motor skills It offers a versatile structure that can be used extensively. The invention combines the disciplines of product design, materials science, microelectronics, and ergonomics. Technical structure that integrates within the pen structure, mass production and scalability 5 It also provides an advantage in terms of the pen body's current pen manufacturing process. Designed to be produced with minor modifications on production lines, largely preserving the infrastructure and the transition process to mass production This makes it possible to simplify production costs. It is possible to limit and facilitate the production process; loss prevention, 10 ink level monitoring, ergonomic grip and antimicrobial surface features Offered in a single standard pen form, it is applicable to a wide range of user groups. A scalable and multifunctional product structure is obtained. Explanation of the Figures: 15 The invention will be described by referring to the attached figures, so that the features of the invention can be explained. It will be understood and appreciated more clearly, but the purpose of this invention is this obvious It is not about limiting it with regulations. On the contrary, the invention is defined by the accompanying claims. all alternatives, modifications and 20 that can be included within the defined area The aim is to cover their equivalences. The details shown are only for the present invention. It is shown to illustrate the preferred arrangements and both the methods shaping, as well as the rules and conceptual features of the invention, in the most useful way. It should be understood that they are presented to provide a readily understandable definition. This in the drawings; 25 Figure 1 shows a frontal view of the system. Illustrations that will help understand this invention are shown in the attached image. They are numbered and listed below with their names. 30 6 Explanation of References: 1. Bluetooth Chip Slot 2. Ink Level Indicator 3. Triangular Flu Zone 5 4. Antimicrobial Coating Description of the Invention: The invention is a pen used for writing purposes, with a cap section containing 10 Bluetooth chip slot (1) located on the side surface of the pen ink level indicator (2), triangular grip located on the pen's grip section region (3), located on the surface of the said triangular influenza region (3). It contains an antimicrobial coating (4). The invention enables Bluetooth Low Energy communication with a paired smartphone. BLE chip module (5) which performs and is located in the Bluetooth chip slot (1) has. The invention provides audible location 20 based on a triggering action performed by the user. It has an internal speaker (6) that generates the notification. The invention is in the ink reservoir. enabling visual monitoring of the ink level and the ink in question consisting of a transparent polycarbonate strip positioned in direct contact with the reservoir. It has an ink level indicator (2). The invention is marked with different colors to visually indicate the specified ink level. The invention has an ink level indicator (2) with a subdivision. The invention is based on the thumb, triangular cross-section profile that determines the grip positions of the index and middle fingers. It has a triangular influenza region (3). The invention directs the gripping positions of the thumb, index finger, and middle finger, and triangular grip with protrusions located on the surfaces of the triangular grip region (3) 7 It has a region (3). The invention is a silver product designed to inhibit bacterial growth. It has an ion-containing antimicrobial coating (4). Detailed Description of the Invention: The invention includes features such as loss tracking, visual monitoring of ink levels, and ergonomic grip. and antimicrobial surface functions integrated on a standard pen body It includes a structured framework for implementing this. The top of the item Bluetooth chip slot (1) on the cover, ink level indicator on the side surface (2), triangular grip area (3) in the holding section and 10 on the surface of the triangular grip area (3) antimicrobial coating (4) is positioned. The Bluetooth chip slot (1) located in the top cap section of the pen contains a miniature BLE chip. It allows the module (5) to be positioned within the pen. Bluetooth The BLE chip module (5), located in the chip socket (1), Bluetooth Low Energy 15 wireless communication with a smartphone paired via a communication protocol It performs the BLE chip module (5) with the paired smartphone application. They work in communication and the connection between the pen and the paired smartphone This allows for tracking. The pen can be placed beyond a specified distance. If this happens, depending on the connection status, the smartphone will be 20 Audible and vibrating alerts are generated via the application. If it is necessary to determine the physical position of the pen, the user a trigger process via a paired smartphone application This is being carried out. Depending on the triggering process performed, the pen 25 The internal speaker (6) is activated and voice location notification is given. It is created by the audible notification generated by the internal speaker (6). It is possible to determine the physical location of the pen via sound. is provided. The ink level indicator (2) located on the side surface of the pen a transparent tube that is in direct contact with the ink reservoir inside 8 It is structured in the form of a polycarbonate strip. Ink in the ink reservoir on the ink level indicator (2) depending on the decrease in the amount The observed level is also decreasing, and the user is informed about the current ink level. Visual information is provided. The lower section of the ink level indicator (2) is the other side of the strip. It is marked in a different color so that it can be distinguished from its parts. Ink 5 if its level reaches the sub-section marked in a different color The user is provided with a visual indication that the ink level is decreasing. The ink level indicator (2) is connected to any electronic component or external power source. It operates completely passively, without needing a power source. The triangular grip area located on the part of the pen that is held by the user. (3) is structured to form a triangular cross-section profile instead of a round cross-section. The geometry of the triangular grip area (3) is the thumb, index finger and middle finger It is designed to determine the grip positions on the pen. Triangle On each surface of the grip area (3), the natural 15 of the thumb, index finger and middle finger There are protrusions positioned according to the gripping angles. These protrusions, the positions determined on the triangular grip area (3) of the user’s fingers guiding the positioning and the fingers during the grip of the pen It supports its positioning. The surface of the triangular grip region (3) has an antimicrobial coating (4). Antimicrobial coating (4), triangular grip as a coating composition containing silver ions. It is applied to the entire surface of the region (3). Antimicrobial coating (4) is included in it. The silver ions present act on the bacterial cell membrane, inhibiting bacterial reproduction. It creates an antimicrobial effect aimed at preventing its spread. Antimicrobial coating 25 (4) its effectiveness for at least two years under normal use and washing conditions. It is formulated to provide protection. During use of the invention, the user should hold the triangular grip area (3) with his thumb, index finger He uses the pen for writing by gripping it with his thumb and middle finger. 30 The amount of ink in the ink reservoir during use is reduced by the passively operating system. The ink level is visually monitored via the ink level indicator (2). The pen 9 If the paired smartphone moves beyond the specified distance, the BLE chip smartphone depending on wireless communication with module (5) Audible and vibrating alerts are generated via the application. The pen's physical... When the location needs to be determined, the user can do so via the application. As a result of the triggering process, the internal speaker (6) provides audible location notification. 5 It forms. During the use of the pen, on the surface of the triangular grip area (3) The antimicrobial coating (4) found is a silver ion-containing surface coating. It is located on the grip surface of the pen. 15 25

Claims

REQUESTS 1- The invention relates to a smart gripping pen, the feature of which is;  Bluetooth chip slot located in the top cap section of the pen (1),  Ink level indicator (2) located on the side surface of the pen, 5  the triangular grip area (3) located in the grip section of the pen and  located on the surface of the triangular influenza region (3) It consists of an antimicrobial coating (4). 2- The smart grip pen mentioned in Claim 1 is a paired smart 10 Bluetooth chip that enables Bluetooth Low Energy communication with the phone. It is characterized by having a BLE chip module (5) located in its socket (1). It is done. 3- The smart grip pen mentioned in Claim 2 is characterized by its ability to be controlled by the user in 15 seconds. It has a built-in system that generates voice location notifications depending on the triggering action performed. It is characterized by having a loudspeaker (6). 4- The smart grip pen mentioned in Claim 1, its feature is; in the ink reservoir It allows visual monitoring of the ink level, and the ink in question is 20 consisting of a transparent polycarbonate strip positioned in direct contact with the reservoir. It is characterized by having an ink level indicator (2). 5- The smart grip pen mentioned in Claim 4, its feature is; the specified ink. ink with sub-sections marked in different colors to visually indicate its level 25 It is characterized by having a level indicator (2). 6- The smart grip pen mentioned in Claim 1, its feature is; thumb, index finger and a triangular grip with a triangular cross-section profile that determines the grip positions of the middle finger. It is characterized by having the region (3). 30 11 7- The smart grip pen mentioned in claim 6, its feature is; thumb, index finger and directs the grip positions of the middle finger and the triangular grip area (3) It has a triangular grip area (3) with protrusions positioned on its surface. It is the characterization of the situation. 8- The smart grip pen mentioned in Claim 1 is characterized by its ability to inhibit bacterial growth. with an antimicrobial coating containing silver ions (4) to prevent blockage It is the characterization of the situation. 15 25

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