TW201424626A - A toothbrush with posture correcting device - Google Patents

Abstract

A toothbrush with posture correcting device is disclosed. The toothbrush with posture correcting device has a toothbrush body and a portable posture detecting device. The portable posture detecting device includes a detector, a signal processor and a display device. The detector senses the movement of the toothbrush body and measures a data. The signal processor receives the data from the detector. The signal processor includes a standard module. The standard module compares the data with a standard posture data. The display device can display the comparison data for correcting the posture of the user.

Description

Toothbrush with posture correction device

The present invention relates to a toothbrush, and more particularly to a toothbrush having a posture correcting device.

In recent years, due to the promotion of the government, Chinese people have paid more and more attention to personal health care.

Oral health care is a very important part in the promotion of personal health care. Many oral health care methods have been published in medicine, such as Bayesian brushing method.

Accurate brushing methods include the posture of holding the toothbrush, the force of the bristles, and the like. However, it is not easy to accurately perform these methods of brushing, and people often do not notice the mistake of brushing their teeth when brushing their teeth. Accumulated brushing for a long time may cause problems such as incomplete cleaning of the teeth or injury to the gums.

Although the conventional device has a device for assisting the brushing posture, it is necessary to add a complicated electronic device in the toothbrush body, thereby causing an increase in the manufacturing cost of the toothbrush and having limitations in application.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a toothbrush having a posture correcting device comprising a toothbrush body and a detachable posture detecting device. The detachable posture detecting device includes a sensing component, a signal processing component, and a message display device. The sensing component can sense the displacement path of the toothbrush body or various sensing data generated when the toothbrush body moves. The signal processing component includes a standard posture module, and a preset standard brushing motion data database is built in for comparison with the sensing data. Thereby, the result of the comparison can be displayed on the message display device to achieve the effect of reminding the user. When in use, the detachable posture detecting device can be attached to any toothbrush body in an external manner, which can increase the convenience of use.

One aspect of the present invention provides a toothbrush having a posture correcting device comprising a toothbrush body and a detachable posture detecting device. The detachable posture detecting device can be attached to the toothbrush body in an external manner. The detachable posture detecting device comprises a sensing component, a signal processing component and a message display device. The sensing component is configured to sense the displacement path of the toothbrush body and the sensing data generated by the action of the toothbrush body. The signal processing component is electrically connected to the sensing component for processing the sensing data. The signal processing component further includes a standard posture module, and a preset standard brushing motion data database is built in for comparing the sensing data. The message display device is electrically connected to the signal processing component for displaying the result of comparing the standard gesture module with the sensing data.

According to an embodiment of the invention, the message display device can include a screen for displaying the result of comparing the standard gesture module with the sensing data; the screen can be a liquid crystal screen, a touch screen, a light emitting diode screen or a displayable message. monitor. Further, the detachable posture detecting device may include a vibrating element or a sound element. Additionally, the sensing element can use an acceleration sensor (such as a G-Sensor), an angle sensor, a magnetic sensor, or an electronic compass.

Another aspect of the present invention provides a toothbrush having a posture correcting device, comprising a toothbrush body, a detachable posture detecting device, and a External interaction device. The detachable posture detecting device is externally mounted on the toothbrush body, and includes a sensing component, a signal processing component and a transmission component. The sensing component is configured to sense the displacement path of the toothbrush body and the sensing data generated by the action of the toothbrush body. The signal processing component is electrically connected to the sensing component for processing the sensing data to generate a processing result. The signal processing component further includes a standard posture module, and a preset standard brushing motion data database is built in, which is used to compare the sensing data to generate a comparison result. The transmission component is electrically connected to the signal processing component for transmitting the processing result of the signal processing component and the comparison result. The external interaction device is independent of the toothbrush body and the detachable posture detecting device, and the external interaction device receives the data transmitted by the transmission component.

According to an embodiment of the invention, the external interaction device may further comprise a receiving component and a screen. The receiving component is mounted in the external interaction device for receiving the data transmitted by the transmission component. The screen is mounted on an external interactive device to display the comparison between the standard gesture module and the sensing data. In addition, the transmission element and the receiving element can be wirelessly transmitted. Wireless transmission can use Bluetooth module, infrared (IR) module, 2.4G wireless module or WIFI module. In addition, the external interactive device can be a smart phone, a tablet, a personal computer, a notebook computer, a smart TV or a screen device capable of displaying a message.

The external detachable posture detecting device can adopt a direct friction fitting, a sliding buckle assembly or a quick release buckle group.

Please refer to FIG. 1. FIG. 1 is a schematic view showing the appearance of an embodiment of a toothbrush having a posture correcting device according to the present invention. Available from Figure 1 It is to be understood that the detachable posture detecting device 200 of the present invention is mounted on a toothbrush body 100 in an externally attached manner. In this embodiment, the direct suspension method adopts a direct friction set, and it is also possible to adopt a combination of a slide fastener assembly, a quick release buckle group or other forms depending on the situation. Thereby, it is not necessary to install a complicated electronic device in the toothbrush body 100, so that the cost of remanufacturing the toothbrush body 100 can be saved. Moreover, when the life span of the toothbrush body 100 is reached, only the detachable posture detecting device 200 needs to be separated from the toothbrush body 100, and a new toothbrush body 100 can be replaced and reused. Thus, the detachable posture detecting device 200 of the present invention can be used for each brand of toothbrush according to different conditions, thereby increasing the convenience of application.

Please refer to FIG. 2, which is a block diagram of the system according to the detachable posture detecting device of FIG. 1. The detachable posture detecting device 200 of the present invention includes a sensing component 201, a signal processing component 202, and a message display device 203.

The sensing component 201 can use an acceleration sensor (such as a G-Sensor), an angle sensor, a magnetic sensor, or an electronic compass to detect the sensing data generated by the displacement path or the brushing motion of the toothbrush body 100.

The signal processing component 202 is electrically connected to the sensing component 201. The signal processing component 202 also includes a standard gesture module 202a.

The standard posture module 202a has a pre-entered standard brushing motion data database for comparison with the sensing data. The data comparison result is displayed on the message display device 203 electrically connected to the signal processing component 202, so that the correct brushing motion is known to the user, so that the user can adjust the brushing motion to achieve the posture correction effect.

In addition, a switching element 204 is also disposed in this embodiment. Switching element The 204 is mounted on the detachable posture detecting device 200 for controlling whether the sensing component 201 operates. The detachable posture detecting device 200 is powered by a battery 208. Battery 208 can be a general battery, a rechargeable battery, or a solar battery.

Please refer to FIG. 3, which is a block diagram of a system according to another embodiment of the detachable gesture detecting apparatus according to FIG. 2. In order to let the user know the correct brushing action, in addition to the use of a message display device 203 as in the previous embodiment, a vibrating element 206 or a sound element 207 may be used as in the present embodiment, and the vibrating element 206 or the sound element 207 may be separate. Or use at the same time. At this time, the vibrating element 206 or the sound element 207 is electrically connected to the signal processing element 202, and the result of the comparison between the standard posture module 202a and the sensing data is transmitted to the vibrating element 206 or the sound element 207, thereby vibrating the vibrating element 206 or The sound element 207 sounds. The user can know whether the brushing action is wrong by vibration or sound.

Referring to FIG. 4, FIG. 4 is a schematic view showing the appearance of another embodiment of the toothbrush having the posture correcting device of the present invention. The detachable posture detecting device 200 is attached to the toothbrush body 100 in an external manner. In this embodiment, an external interaction device 300 is disposed outside the toothbrush body 100 and the detachable posture detecting device 200, and is coupled to the toothbrush body 100. By means of the external interaction device 300, the user can receive more precise information, and the correction effect on the brushing action is better.

Please refer to FIG. 5, which is a block diagram of the detachable gesture detecting device and the external interaction device according to FIG. The detachable posture detecting device 200 includes a sensing component 201, a signal processing component 202, and a transmission component 205. The sensing element 201 can use an acceleration sensor (such as G-Sensor), angle sensor, magnetic sensor or electronic compass, etc., to detect the displacement path of the toothbrush body 100 (please refer to FIG. 4) or the sensing data generated by the action of the toothbrush body 100. The signal processing component 202 is electrically connected to the sensing component 201. The signal processing component 202 also includes a standard gesture module 202a. The standard posture module 202a has a pre-entered standard brushing motion data database for comparison with the sensing data. The transmission component 205 is electrically coupled to the signal processing component 202 for transmitting the processing result of the signal processing component 202 to the external interaction device 300. The transmission method can use a Bluetooth module, an infrared (IR) module, a 2.4G wireless module or a WIFI module.

The external interaction device 300 includes a receiving component 303 and a screen 301. The receiving component 303 receives the signal transmitted by the transmitting component 205 and displays the result on the screen 301. In addition, the external interaction device 300 can be a smart phone, a tablet, a personal computer, a notebook computer, a smart TV, or a screen device capable of displaying a message. By the powerful computing function of the external device 300, the user can feed back more precise brushing motion information. For example, an application can be written to instantly display the user's brushing action on various types of smart devices, such as a smart phone, a tablet computer or a smart TV, so that the user can brush the teeth according to the action of the external interaction device 300. Guide, correct the brushing action immediately, to achieve a good correction effect. In addition, the external interaction device 300 can include a storage component 302 for storing the result of the user's brushing action processed by the signal processing component 202, thereby recording the user's long-term brushing condition for subsequent correction.

In this embodiment, the external interaction device 300 can further be provided with a switching element 304 and a power source 305. Switching element 304 acts as a switch for external interaction device 300, while power source 305 acts as a power source. Power supply 305 is not used Limited, use power supply such as power cord or battery.

In summary, the present invention provides a toothbrush having a posture correcting device. By means of the detachable posture detecting device, the user's actual brushing motion can be digitized, and compared with the medically recommended brushing method, to confirm whether the user's brushing method is correct, and to give a reminder to correct the user's brushing. The posture and method to further improve the health of the oral cavity. Furthermore, the detachable posture detecting device is attached to the toothbrush body in an external manner, thereby eliminating the cost of installing a complicated electronic device on the toothbrush body. In addition, an external interactive device can be additionally provided to form an instant and precise interaction with the user to achieve an immediate correction effect.

Although the present invention has been disclosed in the above embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention, and the present invention can be modified and modified without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. The scope is subject to the definition of the scope of the patent application attached.

100‧‧‧ toothbrush body

200‧‧‧Removable posture detection device

201‧‧‧Sensor components

202‧‧‧Signal Processing Components

202a‧‧‧Standard posture module

203‧‧‧Information display device

205‧‧‧Transmission components

206‧‧‧Vibration element

207‧‧‧Sound components

208‧‧‧Battery

300‧‧‧External interactive device

301‧‧‧ screen

302‧‧‧Storage components

303‧‧‧ receiving components

304‧‧‧Switching elements

305‧‧‧Power supply

The above and other objects, features, advantages and embodiments of the present invention will become more <RTIgt; schematic diagram.

2 is a block diagram of a system according to the detachable posture detecting device of FIG. 1.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram of a system according to another embodiment of the detachable gesture detecting apparatus in FIG. 2.

Figure 4 is a view showing another toothbrush having a posture correcting device of the present invention. A schematic diagram of the appearance of the example.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing the system of the detachable posture detecting device and the external interacting device according to FIG. 4.

100‧‧‧ toothbrush body

200‧‧‧Removable posture detection device

Claims (13)

A toothbrush having a posture correcting device comprises: a toothbrush body; and a detachable posture detecting device, which is externally mounted on the toothbrush body, the detachable posture detecting device comprising: a sensing component, Sensing data generated by sensing the displacement path of the toothbrush body and the toothbrush body; and a signal processing component electrically connected to the sensing component for processing the sensing data, the signal processing component comprising: a standard posture The module has a standard brushing motion data database for comparing the sensing data, and a message display device electrically connected to the signal processing component for displaying the standard gesture module and the sensing data. The result. The toothbrush having a posture correcting device according to claim 1, wherein the message display device comprises: a screen mounted on the message display device for displaying a result of comparing the standard posture module with the sensing data. A toothbrush having a posture correcting device according to claim 2, wherein the screen is a liquid crystal screen, a touch screen, a light emitting diode screen or a display capable of displaying a message. The toothbrush having the posture correcting device of claim 1 further comprises: A switching element is mounted on the detachable posture detecting device for controlling the sensing element to be turned on or off. A toothbrush having a posture correcting device according to claim 1, wherein the detachable posture detecting device comprises a vibrating member or a sound member. A toothbrush having a posture correcting device according to claim 1, wherein the sensing element is an acceleration sensor (such as a G-Sensor), an angle sensor, a magnetic sensor, or an electronic compass. A toothbrush having a posture correcting device comprises: a toothbrush body; a detachable posture detecting device, which is externally mounted on the toothbrush body, the detachable posture detecting device comprising: a sensing component for Sensing the displacement path of the toothbrush body and the toothbrush body to generate one of the sensing data; a signal processing component electrically connected to the sensing component for receiving the sensing data to generate a processing result, the signal processing component comprising: a standard posture module, which has a standard brushing motion data database for comparing with the sensing data to generate a comparison result; and a transmission component electrically connected to the signal processing component for transmitting the signal Processing the processing result of the processing component and the comparison result; and an external interaction device, the external interaction device being independent of the toothbrush body and the detachable posture detecting device, and the external interaction device is connected Receiving the processing result transmitted by the transmission component and the comparison result. The toothbrush having the posture correcting device of claim 7, the external interaction device further comprising: a receiving component installed in the external interaction device for receiving the processing result transmitted by the transmission component and the comparison result; and The screen is mounted on the external interaction device to display the comparison result between the standard gesture module and the sensing data. A toothbrush having a posture correcting device according to claim 7, wherein the transmitting member and the receiving member are wirelessly transmitted. A toothbrush having a posture correcting device according to claim 9, wherein the wireless transmission is a Bluetooth module, an infrared (IR) module, a 2.4G wireless module, or a WIFI module. A toothbrush having a posture correcting device according to claim 7, wherein the external interactive device is a smart phone, a tablet computer, a personal computer, a notebook computer, a smart TV, or a screen device capable of displaying a message. The toothbrush having the posture correcting device of claim 7, wherein the external interaction device further comprises: a storage component for storing the processing result of the signal processing component. The toothbrush having the posture correcting device of claim 7, wherein the detachable posture detecting device is in the form of a direct friction fit, a slide fastener assembly or a quick release buckle set.