TWI556127B - A lens storage unit with programmable and communication elements for monitoring the condition of lenses and their response to geo-social phenomena - Google Patents

Description

A lens storage unit with programmable and communication elements for monitoring the state of the lens and its response to the GEO-SOCIAL phenomenon

The present invention relates to an apparatus for correlating a GEO-SOCIAL phenomenon with an ophthalmic lens state.

Contact lenses are well known to improve vision. The commercial production of various contact lenses has been going on for many years. Early contact lens design was made from hard materials. Although these lenses are still used in some applications, these lenses are not suitable for all patients due to their poor comfort and relative oxygen permeability. In recent developments in this field, soft contact lenses made of hydrogels have emerged.

Today, the use of hydrogel contact lenses is common. Hydrogel lenses generally have better wearing comfort than contact lenses made of hard materials. Many hydrogel contact lenses can be worn for more than a day. However, considering the growth of microorganisms and bacteria on the lens, it is best for the wearer to periodically remove the lens and sterilize the lens.

Sterilization of contact lenses traditionally requires placing the contact lens in a container or a box and subjecting the contact lens to chemical disinfectant treatment. However, chemical disinfectants are not always effective as desired. Often, contact lenses with one of a bacterial, mold, fungal or other pest morphological type are reinserted into the user's eyes to infect the eye.

Therefore, novel methods and approaches are needed to monitor contact lens State and its response to geographical social phenomena. For example, geographic social phenomena may include weather changes, remaining usage periods, current lens status, user age, geographic location pollution, and the like.

Accordingly, the present invention provides an apparatus for correlating a geographic social phenomenon with an ophthalmic lens state, comprising: a programmable ophthalmic lens storage unit for storing one or more ophthalmic lenses, wherein the ophthalmic lens storage unit includes and digital media storage A processor for digital communication of a device, wherein the digital media storage device stores executable software code; the transmitter and the receiver communicate with the processor logic and also with the communication network, wherein the software can be executed according to requirements and operated by the processor; Transmitting and receiving digital data via a transmitter; processing stored digital data from one or more inputs and sources describing a complex event; determining the sequence of event records described, wherein the order is based on the lens that affects the ophthalmic lens The event of optical performance is determined; the identification affects one or more events of the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens; the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens in the ophthalmic lens storage unit are monitored; the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens in the base unit are altered and Identifying events are interrelated; and correlating based on events and changes in optical properties of ophthalmic lenses Or a plurality of predetermined signals to a network access device.

Linked data can be stored in one or more sources.

The software can be additionally manipulated to assess the correctness of the correlation by comparing the optical performance data of other ophthalmic lenses subjected to the same event to the data of the ophthalmic lens storage unit.

Additional software can be used to make additional inputs affect the order of the order.

The device may additionally include one or more sensors for measuring and storing digital data describing the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens.

The sensor can include a means for detecting the intensity of the light and the direction of the light vector to produce data describing the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens during sterilization.

The device can additionally include a code reader that can download and process the corresponding data identifying the ophthalmic lens product through a network.

Corresponding data may include lens specific optical performance specifications.

The data can be used to describe the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens, including the power of the lens and the base arc of the lens.

The measured optical performance can be compared to the lens specifications to monitor the actual ophthalmic lens optical performance.

The measured actual optical performance data can be stored during sterilization for future analysis to detect performance over time using predetermined thresholds.

The processor in the ophthalmic lens storage unit can process data describing the accumulation of particles at the beginning of the ophthalmic lens sterilization cycle to diagnose eye infections.

The sensor can include a means for measuring the temperature of the liquid storing the lens.

The device can additionally include a user interface capable of displaying a message alert to the user based on the digital data transmitted by the processor.

The transmit signal can include a communication component capable of transmitting a message to an associated processing device for receiving the message and displaying the message to one or both of the user or a third party.

Events can be specific to the user's location.

The position of the user can be determined by tracking the position of the base unit.

The user's location can be determined by using an application in the handheld device.

Events can include changes in atmospheric conditions.

Atmospheric conditions can include temperature changes.

Atmospheric conditions can include changes in humidity.

Atmospheric conditions can include changes in atmospheric pressure.

Atmospheric conditions may include tracking the presence of induced allergic particles in the air.

The device can additionally include a universal serial bus connector for providing logical communication between the processor and one or both of the digital storage devices and the processing device.

The apparatus can additionally include an electrical storage for storing electrical power to operate the storage base.

The electrical storage can include one or more rechargeable batteries.

The electrical storage can include one or more lithium batteries.

The ophthalmic lens storage unit can be used to store reusable contact lenses, use sterile radiation to destroy the unwanted bacteria, viruses, molds, fungi, and the like on the contact lenses during storage to disinfect the mirrors.

The ophthalmic lens storage unit can include logic to record and analyze the data to perform various functions. Functions may include controlling disinfecting radiation during the sterilization cycle, monitoring lens usage, evaluating lens optical performance, and displaying or causing network related devices to send corresponding messages to one or both of the user or a third party.

The device can include one or more sensors for measuring and storing data describing the state of the lens. For example, the sensors can measure the optical properties of the lens and track its optical performance to produce a message alerting the user that the lens must be replaced.

Additionally, a code reader can be included to enable scanning of the package containing the lenses. When scanning the bar code in the package, the sterilization unit can use a network to download data corresponding to the lenses. For example, the data may include the number of lenses included in the package, the length of use of the lenses prior to replacement or the number of wear cycles, the source and lot number of the lenses, prescription information, and the like.

The processor and sensor can additionally be used to monitor the use and status of a lens before and after use. For example, an illuminator and detector can be used to measure the optical effect of the lens. The optical effect can be measured before, during, and after lens sterilization to monitor the number of particles accumulated in the lens during wear and the effect of the particles on the performance of the lens during cleaning. It is also possible to store changes in particle accumulation and lens status to detect unusual changes and then alert the user to avoid, for example, eye infections.

Location-specific or user-specific events can be downloaded. The event can then assign an association with respect to its effect on the optical properties of the lens.

fraction. For example, changes in atmospheric humidity and pollen changes, temperature changes, pollution changes, altitude, water pollution, and duration of the cleaning cycle. Event data can be downloaded from a third party source, such as a lens manufacturer or weather station, according to predetermined settings. Further, the measured lens performance data can be stored relative to the position of the lens wearer, and the data can then be sent to the manufacturer for analysis, event effects at other lens users, product quality compliance, and product development studies. Location tracking can occur through the use of an ophthalmic lens storage unit or related device. For example, a smartphone with an application that records location and altitude.

101‧‧‧User action affects the base unit

102‧‧‧Data generated by a user action is transmitted to a processor board

103‧‧‧The processor board runs executable software to process user operational data

104‧‧‧Executable software causes the processor board to store selectable data in the digital memory in

201‧‧‧Sensor detection information in the base unit

202‧‧‧The data detected by the sensor is transmitted to the processor board

203‧‧‧ Processor board runs executable software from digital storage to process sensor data

204‧‧‧Executable software causes the processor board to store sensor data in digital memory

301‧‧‧ Processor board runs executable software from digital storage, analyzes data and determines appropriate actions

302‧‧‧ Processor board starts and runs a program or action

303‧‧‧Executable software causes the processor board to store program completion data in digital storage

401‧‧‧ Processor board runs executable software from digital storage, analyzes data and determines the appropriate user information to display

402‧‧‧The processor board causes the user message to be displayed

403‧‧‧ executable software causes the processor board to store user message data in the digital memory

501‧‧‧Users decide on a stylized method for the ophthalmic lens disinfection unit

502‧‧‧ Basic operation of the ophthalmic lens disinfection unit

503‧‧‧Select pre-configured software based on lens brand, desired box function, and other criteria

504‧‧‧Download pre-configured software from the Internet, smart phone app or PC (CD provided with the box)

505‧‧‧Pre-configured software control ophthalmic lens disinfection unit function

506‧‧‧Customized software configuration based on lens brand, specific box function, and other criteria

507‧‧‧Download custom software from the Internet, smart phone app or PC (CD provided with the box)

508‧‧‧Customized software control ophthalmic lens disinfection unit function

509‧‧ Vision Health Professional (ECP) stylized unit in the office

510‧‧‧Download pre-configured or custom software from a network or PC (CD supplied with the box)

511‧‧‧ECP loaded with software control ophthalmic lens disinfection unit function

601‧‧‧User options for eye lens disinfection unit communication

602‧‧‧No communication

603‧‧‧Communication with user devices

604‧‧‧Users view/analyze data

605‧‧‧Optional transfer of data to/from vision care professionals

606‧‧‧Optional transfer of data to/from J&J Vision Care

607‧‧‧Communication with user devices in the Office of Vision Care Professionals

608‧‧ Vision health professionals review/analyze data

609‧‧‧Optional transfer of data to/from J&J Vision Care

610‧‧‧Communication with J&J Vision Health Clinic

611‧‧‧J&J Vision Health Clinic View/Analysis Data

700‧‧‧ Controller

710‧‧‧ processor

720‧‧‧Communication equipment

730‧‧‧ processor

740‧‧‧Program

750‧‧‧Database

760‧‧‧Database

801‧‧‧ disinfection unit

802‧‧‧Network access device

803‧‧‧Network access device

804‧‧ Retail

805‧‧‧Warehouse

806‧‧‧ lens manufacturer

807‧‧‧Manufacturer Network

900A‧‧‧Screen

900B‧‧‧Screen

1000A‧‧ These sensors and programs generate an image of a touch screen projected onto the ophthalmic lens storage unit

1000B‧‧‧Screen

1100A‧‧‧ An exemplary setting relating to the lens wearing cycle is displayed as shown by the user interface

1100B‧‧‧User network settings, which can be related to the ophthalmic lens storage unit described in Figure 8.

The 1200A‧‧‧ screen is showing a reminder to attend an scheduled ophthalmic appointment

1301‧‧‧Collect specific event data

1305‧‧‧Storage data

1310‧‧‧ Identifying events

1315‧‧‧Determining the order of the order

1320‧‧‧ Identify events that affect lens performance

1325‧‧‧Monitor optical performance of the lens

1330‧‧‧Interacting events and optical performance

1335‧‧‧Send a signal to the user/3rd party

1340‧‧‧Response assessment

Figure 1 illustrates the method steps for collecting and storing user operational data.

Figure 2 illustrates method steps for collecting and storing sensor data.

Figure 3 illustrates method steps for running a program or action to control the functionality of the box.

Figure 4 illustrates the method steps for displaying a user message.

Figure 5 illustrates the method steps for stylizing an ophthalmic lens storage unit.

Figure 6 illustrates method steps for communicating data between an ophthalmic lens storage unit and other devices and individuals.

Figure 7 illustrates a processor.

Figure 8 illustrates a network diagram with a plurality of devices for automated order placement.

Figure 9 illustrates an exemplary screen shot of a touch screen display of a disinfecting unit device showing possible user options for the device.

Figure 10 illustrates an exemplary screen view of a sterile base unit showing a pre-cleaned lens and a cleaned lens as measured by a sensor that can be incorporated into an ophthalmic lens storage unit.

Figure 11 illustrates an exemplary screen shot of a sterilizing unit apparatus showing some user settings from the functionality of the ordering lens storage unit.

Figure 12 illustrates an exemplary screen view of a sterile base unit device associated with an appointment with an eye care physician and an automated lens order.

Figure 13 illustrates a flow chart of exemplary steps in which an ophthalmic lens storage unit can correlate events with changes in optical properties of the lens.

The present disclosure includes methods and apparatus for storing and analyzing data regarding the state of an ophthalmic lens, for controlling an ophthalmic lens storage unit function, for data analysis, and for displaying information derived from data analysis. Also included are options for staging the ophthalmic lens storage unit for communication with external devices or individuals for a variety of purposes. For example, to collect and analyze geographic social data.

A detailed description of one or more embodiments of the invention will be given in the following paragraphs. The description of the preferred embodiment and the alternative embodiments are merely exemplary embodiments, and those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications and changes can be made. Therefore, it should be understood that this exemplary embodiment does not limit the scope of the invention.

Glossary

In the scope of this description and the scope of the patent application, the various terms will apply the following definitions: related third party: as used in this specification, refers to a third party that can access or transmit information to the storage unit. For example, it can include a vision care doctor's office, a contact lens manufacturer, or a retailer.

Verification Features: As used in this specification, it refers to a readable feature in a lens that is used to prevent a user from using a counterfeit product. For example, the readable feature can be a structural feature, a printed symbol, or a code.

Automated Order: As used in this specification, it refers to an order generated by a processor based on a number of factors, including, for example, the frequency of use of the lens, the state of the used lens, user preferences, third party input data, and the number of lenses purchased. .

Associated Events: As used in this specification, associated events have generally been evaluated (by the system) and commonalities have been identified between events and lens states for certain changes in optical properties of the lens.

Association Score: As used in this specification, the association score may be a numerical value from the scale of the degree to which two or more events/states are related to each other.

Disinfectant radiation dose: as used in this specification, refers to a dose of radiation used to reduce biomass to logarithmic scale on at least two logarithmic scales, and And preferably three logarithmic scales or more, wherein the organism comprises at least bacteria, viruses, molds and fungi.

Disinfecting radiation: as used in this specification, refers to radiation of a frequency and intensity sufficient to reduce the life expectancy of a biological form (accepting a dose of disinfecting radiation).

Event: As used in this specification, an event generally occurs when something is considered to have a certain degree of importance to the state of the lens, as predetermined by a particular user or predetermined by a third party. Event data can be formatted in a way that is not specific to its source (eg, using a standard protocol such as XML). The system can also use data from sources such as mobile users' GPS locations; weather information; geographic information; local events; time and date; news and current news, and current sources of systems (behavioral science, health and wellness, medicine, health) Insurance, employer data, etc.).

Geographical social data: As used in this specification, geographic social data includes data from locations that are assessed using location-based acquisition techniques (eg, GPS, phone "punch" applications, etc.), which allows for the generation of lifestyles and their users. Linked to places frequented by users. The data includes general normal data generated corresponding to a particular location or similar location recorded.

Importance Score: As used in this specification, the importance score generally includes a method of prioritizing events, actions, and lens states. For example, it can include a system that assigns a value to each particular event by prioritization by the system.

Lens: means any ophthalmic device that is resident in or on the eye. These devices provide visual correction or makeup. For example, the term lens can refer to a contact lens, an intraocular lens, an overlay lens, an ocular insert, an optical insert, or the like, which can be corrected by a lens. Or correcting the vision, or cosmetically improving (eg, iris color) the physiological appearance of the eye without hindering the vision. The lens may comprise a soft contact lens made of a polyoxyxide elastomer or hydrogel including, but not limited to, a polyoxyxahydrogel and a fluorohydrogel.

Network Access Device: As used in this specification, a network access device means a device for accessing a communication network capable of converting and accepting digital data.

General Normal Data: As used in this specification, general normal data includes data representing the normal or average response or impact from any given event (eg, news, etc.) across various levels (eg, age, gender, etc.). Compare user-specific data with objective external standards.

Ophthalmic lens storage unit: as used in this specification, it refers to a sterile base unit, a sterile storage case, or a combination of the above, capable of storing reusable contact lenses and disinfecting the lenses during storage. For example, by using a solution, and/or receiving disinfecting radiation suitable for killing wavelengths and intensities of unwanted bacteria, viruses, molds, fungi, and the like on the contact lens. The ophthalmic lens storage unit can include more than one storage case for sterilization.

Radiation disinfecting base unit: as used in this specification, means a device capable of accommodating one or more radiation disinfecting storage boxes to provide disinfecting radiation, the wavelength, duration and strength of the disinfecting radiation being suitable for killing one or Bacteria, viruses, molds, fungi, and the like on the plurality of contact lenses and optionally on the sterile storage surface.

Radiation Disinfection Storage Box: As used in this specification, it refers to a lens storage case capable of storing reusable contact lenses and sterilizing lenses during storage, which is disinfected by accepting the unsuitable desire to kill contact lenses. Disinfecting radiation of wavelengths and intensities of bacteria, viruses, molds, fungi and the like.

Immediate: As used in this specification, immediacy means the processing, action or disposal of delays caused by no one.

Referring now to Figure 1, a flow chart illustrates exemplary steps that may be used. At 101, the user performs an action that affects the ophthalmic lens storage unit. Actions include, for example, opening a radiation disinfecting base unit or box, closing a radiation disinfecting base unit or box, inserting a radiation disinfecting storage box, taking a radiation disinfecting storage box, or pressing a button.

At 102, data generated by a user action is transmitted to a processor board. Data transfer may include direct electrical connections, such as via a universal serial bus (USB), or via a wireless transmission, such as a radio frequency transmission (RF transmission), Bluetooth, or other mechanism for logical communication.

At 103, a processor board runs executable software to process data generated by a user action. After the user presses the reset button on the lens storage unit to indicate that the new lens is being used, the executable software can reset a lens sterilization cycle counter. Additionally or alternatively, after the user presses the reset button on the lens storage unit to indicate that the radiation disinfecting storage case has been replaced, the executable software can reset a lens sterilization storage box timer. Executable software increases the count of the cleaning cycle counter, the timing of the lens and storage box use timer, and other functions related to the use and disinfection of the lens and storage case.

At 104, the executable software causes a processor board to store data in the digital storage. The stored data may include data based on user actions, measurements from sensors, and changes due to executable software functions, such as resetting counters and timers. The stored data may include the date and time associated with a user action or an executable software action. Data storage may include, for example, user preferences, storage in one or more historical data logs, current lens data logs, and current radiation disinfection storage box data logs.

Referring now to Figure 2, a flow chart illustrates exemplary steps that may be used. At 201, the sensor in the ophthalmic lens storage unit or the lens storage case detects information. The sensor can include, for example, an LED sensor, a charge coupled device (CCD) array, a CCD camera, a bar code scanner, or other conventional sensor, such as detecting the intensity of light and the duration of exposure to radiation of a particular wavelength. One or both, the temperature of the solution in which the lens is stored, the pH of the solution in which the lens is stored, moisture, the amount of protein accumulated in the lens, or other state. At 202, the sensor data is transmitted to a processor board. Data transfer can include direct electrical connections, radio frequency transmissions, or other mechanisms for logical communication or transmission. Although the term transmission is used to describe the transfer of data from the sensor to the processor board, the data can be polled from the sensor or otherwise communicated. The individual delivery media will be paired with the appropriate delivery device. For example, RF transmission An RF transmitter located in the storage case and an RF receiver located in the ophthalmic lens storage unit will be included. Both the RF transmitter and the receiver can be included in the base and the storage case. The direct telecommunications will include a conductive path between the sensor in the storage case and the processor in the base.

At 203, a processor board runs the executable software to process the sensor data. The sensor data can be compared to historical data to determine the cleanliness of the contact lens or storage case. Furthermore, the sensor data can be compared with the stored baseline data to detect whether a radiation disinfecting storage case is present in a radiation disinfecting base unit and to detect whether the contact lens is present in a radiation disinfecting storage case. The sensor data can be compared to the stored lens overview data to uniquely identify the brand of the contact lens. The sensor data can be compared to the stored lens data to detect the power of each contact lens and thereby identify the correct contact lens to assist the user of the sterilization unit.

For example, a predetermined amount of ultraviolet (UV) radiation can be passed through a contact lens stored in the storage case. One or more sensors can be used to detect the amount of UV radiation passing through one or more portions of the contact lens. A distribution of the amount of radiation passing through the one or more portions can be generated. The particular type of lens will produce an identifiable pattern in its distribution. The pattern can be used to identify the type of lens, the specific lens disinfection rate, or even to identify a particular lens type.

At 204, the executable software causes a processor board to store data in the digital storage. The stored data may include data collected by the sensor and data generated by the executable software analysis, such as the number of days from which the lens should be replaced, the percentage of lens opacity indicating the cleanliness of the lens, and the cleanliness of the radiation disinfecting storage case. The percentage of opacity of the radiation disinfection storage box, the presence or absence of the radiation disinfection storage box, the presence or absence of the contact lens, the identified lens brand and the identified lens power. The stored data may include the date and time associated with the sensor data or results from the executable software. Data storage may include, for example, storage in one or more historical data logs, current lens data logs, current radiation disinfection storage box data logs, and sensor-specific data logs.

Referring now to Figure 3, a flow chart illustrates exemplary steps that may be used. At 301, the processor board runs executable software to analyze previously stored data and/or accept data from the associated device and determine appropriate actions. The executable software can analyze whether the ophthalmic lens storage unit has recently been inserted or closed, the previous state, and the corresponding event. The executable software can analyze the stored data to determine when a cleaning cycle should be initiated. Specific details such as duration, mode, and disinfecting radiation intensity used in the cleaning cycle can be calculated or selected. The executable software can identify whether a radiation disinfecting base unit is currently plugged into an external power source.

At 302, a processor board runs a program or action, such as the non-limiting example below, a radiation disinfecting pedestal box initialization routine and a radiation sterilization cleaning cycle. Other actions may include, for example, sending a protection message to the user/related third party and sending the measured data, especially to the server. These actions may include power management actions such as charging a battery in a lens storage unit, operating the ophthalmic lens storage unit with battery power, or operating the base unit with direct power.

At 303, the executable software causes a processor board to store program completion data in the digital storage. The program completion data may include, for example, data regarding the cartridge initialization program, including the detection result of the LED intensity, the detection result of the radiation sterilization storage box, the detection result of the contact lens in the radiation sterilization storage box, and the radiation sterilization storage box. The detection result of the correct contact lens power in the hole. The stored data can be related to a radiation disinfection cleaning cycle, including duration of radiation, radiation timing mode, radiation intensity, and post-disinfection cleanliness data relating to contact lens and radiation disinfecting storage boxes. The completion data may include battery charging time, battery full percentage, period of operation of the base box using the battery, and time period during which the base box operates using direct power. The stored data may include the date and time associated with the program completion data. Data storage may include, for example, storage in one or more historical data logs, current lens data logs, and current radiation disinfection storage box data logs.

Referring now to Figure 4, a flow chart illustrates exemplary steps that may be used. At 401, a processor board runs executable software to analyze previously stored Data and determine the appropriate user message to display. The executable software can analyze, for example, the remaining life of the lens, the need for an appointment vision care physician, the remaining lenses, order information and automated order placement, the use of bar codes to track lenses to ensure non-foamed lenses, optical performance of lenses, and new to specific users. Product recommendations.

At 402, a processor board causes a user message to be displayed in the message display area of the eye lens storage unit. The processor board can cause the message to be displayed to indicate that the contact lens should now be inserted and disinfected. It is time to start using a new contact lens. Now it is time to start using a new radiation disinfection storage box. You should now reserve a user. Vision care professionals, now should order new lenses, as well as user-specific new product information. Warning messages can be displayed, such as interruption of disinfection cycle, improper completion of sterilization cycle, failure to identify barcodes based on database/finding matching lenses, and user should contact customer service representative, user to place the lens in the error hole of radiation disinfection storage box Mixing the right and left contact lenses, users should meet their vision care professionals as soon as possible, for example, detecting unusually high levels of microbial accumulation on the lenses. The processor board can cause the display of the display of the base unit to display status information, such as the current power, the battery needs to be charged, the battery is not enough to complete the cleaning cycle, so the unit must be plugged in, and the battery can no longer be charged. Therefore, the radiation disinfection base unit should be replaced now. One or more LEDs are in decline, so the radiation disinfection base unit should now be replaced. The processor board can cause teaching messages to be displayed, such as how to proceed with the sterilization cycle, how to restart the sterilization cycle, how to reprogram the radiation disinfection base unit, how to store the data on a computer or other external device, and how to put the data Transfer to a vision care professional or other party.

At 403, the executable software causes a processor board to store user message data in the digital storage. The user message data may include, for example, an indication of the particular message displayed and the reason for triggering the particular message. For example, a message to replace the contact radiation disinfecting storage case can be triggered because the time limit has been reached or because the sensor has detected a replacement indicator on the radiation disinfecting storage case. The stored data may include the date and time associated with the user message display. Data storage This includes, for example, storage in one or more historical data logs, current lens data logs, and current radiation disinfection storage box data logs.

Referring now to Figure 5, a flow chart illustrates exemplary steps that may be used. At 501, a user decides how to program a one-eye lens storage unit by selecting a particular setting option. The user's decision may be based on information provided by the one-eye lens storage unit, information available on the website, information from their vision care professionals, information from manufacturers or other sources. The user's decision results in 502, 503, 506 or 509. Users can download different pre-configured or custom software at any time. If the user's lens brand or lens parameters are changed, if the update software can be obtained to correct the error, if the user wants the eye lens disinfection unit to have more or less functions, and for other reasons, downloading new software may be ideal. By. After loading a pre-configured or customized program, the user may or may not have an option to reply his or her ophthalmic lens storage unit to a basic operational state.

At 502, the user selects to use only the basic functions provided with the one-eye lens storage unit. The basic functionality of using this unit does not necessarily require additional steps, stylization or configuration. Basic operations may include the following non-limiting examples, such as an initialization routine when the user closes the box, a general sterilization cycle for many disposable lenses, and basic user information.

At 503, the user is selected from a limited number of pre-configured software options for the one-eye lens storage unit. The pre-configured software can be selected, for example, based on the lens brand worn by the user, the desired box function, and other criteria. At 504, the selected pre-configured soft system is downloaded to the ophthalmic lens storage unit by a website, a smart phone application, a PC using a CD provided with the ophthalmic lens storage unit, or other conventional methods of software distribution. At 505, the pre-configured software is used to control the one-eye lens storage unit. In addition to the functions available in basic operations, the pre-configured software supports the following non-limiting examples, such as a radiation disinfection cycle dedicated to a contact lens brand and wear cycle, counters and tips based on standard lens wear time, and later The ability to upload data from the ophthalmic lens storage unit for analysis, amplified user messages, and other functions.

At 506, the user customizes the software configuration of the lens storage unit at a glance. The software can be customized by, for example, selecting a particular brand and lens parameters worn by the user's eyes, by selecting a custom lens to wear the schedule, by selecting or closing functions such as counters and prompts, borrowing The last date of the eye test or lens purchase is used to enable the follow-up eye test or lens purchase prompt, by entering the name or identification information, by selecting the data communication option, by scanning the bar code in the lens package to download the lens Specific information, as well as other features. At 507, the custom soft system is downloaded to the one-eye lens storage unit by a website, a smart phone application, a PC using a CD provided with the ophthalmic lens disinfection unit, or other software release method. At 508, a custom software is used to control the one eye lens storage unit. In addition to the functions available in the basic operation, the custom software can support the following non-limiting examples, such as the radiation disinfection cycle dedicated to the contact lens brand and parameters worn by the user, based on the lens wear schedule indicated by the user. Counters and prompts, the ability to identify the wrong contact lens in the error hole of the storage case, the ability to upload data from the ophthalmic lens disinfection unit for analysis later, custom user messages, display user names or other Identify information, data, and other devices, as well as other features.

At 509, an eye care professional (ECP) stylizes a lens storage unit for the user in the office. The ECP may use the pre-configured software as described in the path beginning with step 503, or may use the custom software configuration as described in the path beginning at step 506. At 510, the pre-configured or custom soft system is downloaded to the one-eye lens storage unit by a website, a smart phone application, a PC using a CD provided with the ophthalmic lens storage unit, or other conventional methods of software distribution. At 511, a pre-configured software as described in the previous step 505, or a custom software as described in the previous step 508 can be used to control an ophthalmic lens storage unit.

Referring now to Figure 6, a flow chart illustrates exemplary steps that may be used. At 601, the user makes a decision regarding communication of data from an ophthalmic lens storage unit. Alternatively, the preset communication method can be performed. The user's decision can be based, for example, on information provided with the ophthalmic lens storage unit, available on the website Information, information from its vision care professionals, or information from other sources. The user may decide to either 602, 603, 607 or 610 with one or both of the preset communication modes.

At 602, the user decides to use the ophthalmic lens storage unit in an independent manner. Data can be stored for subsequent analysis or simply not recorded.

At 603, the user activates communication between the ophthalmic lens storage unit and a user device, such as a PC, a smart phone, or other device capable of receiving data from the ophthalmic lens storage unit. An ophthalmic lens disinfection unit application available via a PC, smart phone or other device facilitates data sharing. The ophthalmic lens storage unit application can be a stand-alone application running on a computing device, an application that can be accessed using a computing device to access a website, or can be distributed with functions running on an independent computing device and a website. Application.

At 604, the ophthalmic lens storage unit application is used to view and analyze ophthalmic lens sterilization unit data. Data includes text, charts, diagrams, and other forms of presentation. The data may include the following non-limiting examples, such as contact lens brand and parameters, contact lens wearing time, user-specific information, cleaning cycle details, contact lens cleanliness data, contact lens and radiation disinfection storage box replacement history, The number of days from the recommended contact lens replacement and the number of days from the recommended radiation disinfection storage box replacement. These data include diagnostic information for ophthalmic lens storage units such as battery information, LED information, sensor information and communication details.

At 605, the user makes a decision to transmit the ophthalmic lens storage unit data to the vision care professional. The ophthalmic lens storage unit application facilitates sharing of data with vision care professionals and uses conventional data transfer methods such as transmitting emails containing textual information, transmitting emails containing data files, and generating visual health professionals. The files or data obtained on the website accessible by the person, or other means. Ophthalmic lens storage unit data shared with vision care professionals may include the following non-limiting examples, such as contact lens brands and parameters, contact lens wearing time, user-specific information, cleaning Cycle details, contact lens cleanliness data, contact lens and radiation disinfection storage box replacement history, number of days from recommended contact lens replacement, and days from recommended radiation disinfection storage box replacement. These shared data may include ophthalmic lens storage unit diagnostic information such as battery information, LED information, sensor information, and communication details. The shared data can be in the form of text, graphics, illustrations and other representations. Vision care professionals can also use an ophthalmic lens storage unit application that can transmit messages and data to a user, which can be viewed or transmitted to the ophthalmic lens disinfection unit and displayed in its display area. Information and data for vision care professionals may include, for example, eye test tips, contact lens purchase tips, promotional information, order information, or other information.

At 606, the user makes a decision to transmit the ophthalmic lens storage unit data to the contact lens manufacturer or other contact lens supplier. The ophthalmic lens storage unit application facilitates sharing of data with manufacturers or other contact lens suppliers, and uses conventional data transfer methods such as transmitting emails containing textual information, transmitting emails containing data files, and generating The file or data obtained on the website accessible by the manufacturer or other contact lens supplier, or other means. Ophthalmic lens storage unit data shared with contact lens manufacturers or other suppliers may include the following non-limiting examples, such as contact lens brands and parameters, contact lens wearing time, user-specific information, cleaning cycle details, invisibility Spectacle cleanliness data, contact lens replacement history of contact lens and radiation disinfection storage box, number of days from recommended contact lens replacement, and number of days from recommended radiation disinfection storage box replacement. Diagnostic information such as battery information, LED information, sensor information and communication details can be shared with the ophthalmic lens storage unit. The shared data can be in the form of text, graphics, illustrations and other representations. A contact lens manufacturer or other vendor may also be an ophthalmic lens storage unit application capable of transmitting messages and data to a user, which may be viewed or transmitted to the ophthalmic lens storage unit and displayed on the display in the application. region. Manufacturer information and data may include, for example, eye test tips, contact lens purchase tips, order information, instructions for completing automated order placement, contact lens discount information, contact lens purchase discount rolls, or other information.

At 607, the user provides the ophthalmic lens storage unit to a vision care professional who will enable communication between the ophthalmic disinfection storage unit and the device in the vision care professional office, such as a PC or a smart phone. Or other device capable of receiving data from the ophthalmic lens storage unit. The ophthalmic lens storage unit application, which can be obtained via a PC, a smart phone or other device, facilitates the sharing of data. The ophthalmic lens storage unit application can be a stand-alone application running on a computing device, an application that can be accessed using a computing device to access a website, or can be distributed with functions running on an independent computing device and a website. Application. At 608, the ophthalmic lens storage unit application is used to view and analyze ophthalmic lens storage unit data. Data can include text, diagrams, diagrams, and other representations. The data may include the following non-limiting examples, such as contact lens brand and parameters, contact lens wearing time, user-specific information, cleaning cycle details, contact lens cleanliness data, contact lens and radiation disinfection storage box replacement history, The number of days from the recommended contact lens replacement and the number of days from the recommended radiation disinfection storage box replacement. Diagnostic information such as battery information, LED information, sensor information and communication details can be shared with the ophthalmic lens storage unit. The vision care professional can also display an ophthalmic lens storage unit that can transmit messages and data to the user, which can be displayed in the display area. Vision Care Professionals messages and data may include, for example, eye test tips, contact lens purchase tips, and promotional information.

At 609, a vision care professional makes a decision to deliver an ophthalmic lens storage unit to a contact lens manufacturer or other contact lens supplier. The ophthalmic lens storage unit application facilitates sharing of data with manufacturers or other contact lens suppliers, and uses conventional data transfer methods such as transmitting emails containing textual information, transmitting emails containing data files, and generating The file or data obtained on the website accessible by the manufacturer or other contact lens supplier, or other means. Ophthalmic lens storage unit data shared with contact lens manufacturers or other suppliers may include the following non-limiting examples, such as contact lens brands and parameters, contact lens wearing time, user-specific information, cleaning cycle details, invisibility Glasses cleanliness data, contact lenses and radiation disinfection storage The box replacement history, the number of days from the recommended contact lens replacement, and the number of days from the recommended radiation disinfection storage box replacement. Diagnostic information such as battery information, LED information, sensor information and communication details can be shared with the ophthalmic lens storage unit. The shared data can be in the form of text, graphics, illustrations and other representations.

At 610, the user provides a one-eye lens storage unit to a contact lens manufacturer or other supplier's vision care professional who initiates communication between the ophthalmic lens storage unit and the device of the vision care professional office. For example, a PC, a smart phone, or other device capable of receiving data from an ophthalmic lens storage unit. The ophthalmic lens storage unit application, which can be obtained via a PC, a smart phone or other device, facilitates the sharing of data. The ophthalmic lens storage unit application can be a stand-alone application running on a computing device, an application that can be accessed using a computing device to access a website, or can be distributed with functions running on an independent computing device and a website. Application. At 611, the ophthalmic lens storage unit application is used to view and analyze ophthalmic lens storage unit data. Data can include text, diagrams, diagrams, and other representations. The data may include the following non-limiting examples, such as contact lens brand and parameters, contact lens wearing time, user-specific information, cleaning cycle details, contact lens cleanliness data, contact lens and radiation disinfection storage box replacement history, The number of days from the recommended contact lens replacement and the number of days from the recommended radiation disinfection storage box replacement. Diagnostic information such as battery information, LED information, sensor information and communication details can be shared with the ophthalmic lens storage unit. The contact lens manufacturer or other supplier may also be an ophthalmic lens storage unit capable of transmitting messages and data to the user, which may be displayed in the display area. Manufacturer information and data may include, for example, eye test tips, contact lens purchase tips, contact lens discount information, contact lens purchase discount rolls, or other information.

Referring now to Figure 7, a controller 700 that can be used is illustrated. The controller 700 includes a processor 710 that can include one or more processor elements coupled to a communication device 720. The communication device 720 can also be configured to communicate information via a communication channel to electronically transmit and receive digital data regarding the functions discussed in this specification.

The communication device 720 can also be used to communicate with, for example, one or more human readable display devices, such as LCD panels, LED displays, or other displays or printers. In some preferred embodiments, a touch screen is used to provide a human interface for the ophthalmic lens storage unit.

The processor 710 can also be in communication with a storage device 730. The storage device 730 can include any suitable information storage device, including magnetic storage devices (eg, magnetic tape, radio frequency tags, and hard disk drives), optical storage devices, and/or semiconductor memory devices such as random access memory (RAM) devices. And a combination of read only memory (ROM) devices.

The storage device 730 can store a program 740 for controlling the processor 710. The processor 710 executes the instructions of the program 740. For example, the processor 710 can receive information describing the lens, lens inventory, lens optical performance, vision care physician's office prescription or appointment information, user preferences, and the like. The storage device 730 can also store relevant data of the patient in one or more databases 750 and 760, which are received from the following sources such as the Vision Care Office, directly from the manufacturer's network, third parties, or input by the user. .

Referring now to Figure 8, a network diagram illustrates how the ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 can be connected via a manufacturer network 807 (e.g., the Internet, a mobile phone connection, a virtual private network, or other medium for transmitting digital data). . The ophthalmic lens storage unit can include sensors, communication devices, and programmed functions, such as those described in this application. Additionally, the apparatus can include a programmable processor and a storage device coupled to a human readable display device, as discussed further below with respect to FIG.

In general, the ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 can have the function of tracking the inventory that can be obtained by the ophthalmic lens storage unit 801, and the function of generating an automated order for the ophthalmic lens based on various inputs stored in the memory. The automated order can be programmed to be delivered with the payment information when the user confirms, for example to a manufacturer's factory or retailer. The memory in the ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 can include information about the following, such as user and user vision. The health care doctor, the lens that the user has purchased, the number of remaining lenses, the weather and the user's prescription. Furthermore, when the user receives the lens, some ophthalmic lens storage unit can be used to scan the barcode in the package to provide digital data describing the lens/order.

The digit data can be stored in the ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 or transmitted to a destination 802-806 connected to the decentralized network 807. This data can be used to track specific lens orders, prevent the use of any counterfeit lenses that may be harmful to the user, track user feedback on specific lenses, and alert the user before any negative results may occur, thereby facilitating the suitability of any particular product. Recall, ensure compliance with products prescribed by vision care physicians, and track the effects of weather conditions on specific lenses. In addition, the device can download weather information and allergy alert data for message generation and data analysis. Data analysis can include, for example, finding correlations between weather and allergy information and abnormal protein or microbial accumulation.

Destinations 802-806 may include, for example, a network access device 802 that includes a display and a keyboard that accesses the distributed network 807 under the control of a processor. The network access device may thus comprise a personal computer, a mobile device, a laptop or a terminal. Other network access devices 803 may be mobile in nature and include a personal digital assistant ("PDA"), a mobile phone with network access capabilities, a portable net book, or other network A relatively small processor running an electrical device that transmits and receives digital data.

The processor board can include network access devices 804-805 associated with locations such as retail locations for ophthalmic lenses and solutions, warehouses for ophthalmic lenses and solutions, and ophthalmic lens and solution manufacturing equipment.

The ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 can thus receive information about the ophthalmic lens and the solution to assist the device user in tracking the use of the lens, automatically ordering the device directly to the manufacturing device, tracking an eye care physician ("ECP") appointment, and Compare bar code data to lens compliance to detect and indicate counterfeit lenses that may not meet health standards and may cause significant eye problems. For example, digital data can describe lens manufacturing plants, expiration dates, and power specifications. The automated order placement can also be transmitted from the ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 and transmitted to any network Access devices 802-806. The digital data may be transmitted in one or both of the following: no artificial delay (instant), or periodic.

The ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 can compile a report describing the total number of lenses used by the user and communicate the report to the network access device associated with the individual concerned. Related individuals may be, for example, lens manufacturers, market analysts, ophthalmic lens retailers; ophthalmic lens repositories or other interested individuals.

The ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 can be provided with functions for analyzing user-specific data and suggesting, for example, the following, such as suggesting more trial lenses and solutions to the patient, and also having the function of initiating a commercially available lens order. The start order also includes the transmission of digital data describing the patient and the lens and solution to be sent to the patient. The digital information is initiated and thus may include, for example, any or all of the following: patient name and address, billing information, payment information, lens SKU, number of lenses, lens prescription provided by a vision care practitioner, weather and allergy information, and any general receipt Online retail website lens sales information. An exemplary medium includes online sales Acuvue-Direct ^TM, 807 via a distributed network (including Internet) treated ophthalmic lens order.

The ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 may initiate an automated prompts have (e.g. ACUMINDER ^TM) function, to replace the lens in the recommended wearing time after the patients. The time course may begin based on the type of lens being dispensed and the recommended lens wear time, or based on data collected from the sensor measurements in the ophthalmic lens storage unit. The ophthalmic lens storage unit 801 can then automatically display a prompt at the user interface or cause a prompt to be transmitted via one or more of the following: email, text message, social media, RSS and phone. The prompt may include a human interpretable message that instructs the human to perform a particular action, such as replacing its lens.

Referring now to Figure 9, an illustrative screen shot of a touch screen of an eye lens storage unit is shown. The screen image 900A of the ophthalmic lens storage unit display illustrates an exemplary option for a lens sterilization cycle that a user will see on the display. The software in the sterilization base unit can indicate to the user when it is last cleaned and how many cycles remain in the life of the particular lens. In addition, The user can see the remaining battery life of the ophthalmic lens storage unit, the user settings (which can control the sterilization process to a specified time by changing the UV intensity and exposure time), and other functions that can be programmed in the device. Furthermore, more information, teaching information or informational materials about each program can be provided to the user. For example, as depicted in screen map 900B, operational teaching of different functions of the ophthalmic lens storage unit can be included.

Referring now to Figure 10, an exemplary screen shot of an ophthalmic lens storage unit device is shown, which shows a pre-cleaned lens and a cleaned lens as measured. At 1000A, the sensors and programs can generate an image of a touch screen projected onto the ophthalmic lens storage unit, which displays the left and right lenses before sterilization for viewing by the user. More importantly, the program captures the digital data collected by the sensors to track protein accumulation or microbial mass before cleaning. The stored digital data can be analyzed to alert the user when particulate buildup or changes in specific microorganisms are greater than normal pre-programmed threshold values. The ophthalmic lens storage unit can alert the user, transmit the picture directly to the vision care physician, or cause a particular message to be transmitted through the associated network device discussed in FIG. 8 when protein accumulation or microbial abnormality is detected. One is transmitted to the user.

In addition, as shown in screen image 1000B, the ophthalmic lens storage unit can also analyze and generate digital data to determine when the lens is not being cleaned as desired. For example, when the lens becomes defective, this may occur when the lens is not used properly at the end of the lens life or when the lens expires. For example, incomplete disinfection can be determined by tracking the rate of particles falling from the lens and the stylized threshold.

Referring now to Figure 11, the illustration is an exemplary screen of an ophthalmic lens storage unit that illustrates additional user settings that may be included in the device. At 1100A, an exemplary setting associated with the lens wear cycle is shown as depicted by the user interface. These settings may include user preferences such as a period duration. This (as explained in other paragraphs of this disclosure) may cause the program to vary the intensity of the disinfecting radiation, the duration of each radiation dose, and the frequency of the radiation dose.

At 1100B, the inclusions are user network settings that may be associated with the ophthalmic lens storage unit described in FIG. In addition, the time and date in the user settings allows the user to manually change or link it to a network device such as a mobile phone to make automatic date/time changes during travel or during daylight saving time changes. In addition, the device can download weather information and allergy alert data for message generation and data analysis. Data analysis can include, for example, finding correlations between weather and allergy information and abnormal protein or microbial accumulation. The warning function can also be controlled to avoid sending unwanted warnings to the user.

Referring now to Figure 12, an exemplary screen shot of an eye lens storage unit is shown, the storage unit being associated with a vision care physician and associated with an automated lens order. At 1200A, the screen is showing a prompt to attend an scheduled ophthalmic appointment. The ophthalmic lens storage unit unit can further cause a network related device to transmit additional information about the prompt, such as a route, cancellation information, and the like. After attending the appointment, the user can note that he/she has attended the appointment through the interface, and the ophthalmic lens storage unit can record and use the data to track and schedule future appointments. Alternatively, the information can be received from other sources associated with the device. For example, it can be received directly from the eye care physician's office or from a enabled GPS phone. The software in the enabled GPS handset (eg, using the smart phone App) can then record and transmit the digital data to the network or the ophthalmic lens storage unit to indicate that the user arrived at the location on a scheduled basis.

Referring now to Figure 13, a flow diagram of illustrative steps in which an ophthalmic lens storage unit can correlate events with changes in optical properties of the lens can be implemented. At 1301, the system continuously collects data specific to the geographic location of each user. Data can be accessed by the direct or indirect input, from the user or from different non-users, through one or a row of different network access devices. At 1305, data in a consistent format and immediately accepted is supported by the system and can be stored in a database specified in the server. At 1310, the accepted data can be categorized to identify/predict events in the user's life that affect eye condition or lens performance. After deciding on a particular event, these events can then use user-specific data through the system and different eye hygiene and The lens performance topic is linked to determine the order of 1315 events for each event. After the order of positions is determined, at 1320, the system can identify the most relevant events affecting the performance of the ophthalmic lens and predict the state of the lens. When the lens begins the cleaning cycle, during the cleaning cycle, and at the end of the cleaning cycle, the optical performance can then be ensured by monitoring the lens 1325 with the measured data. When it is not optimized, the device can correlate the events that caused the status and alert the user or a third party 1335 in a message or signal to prevent eye infections or to correct conditions that impede optimal optical performance.

At 1340, the system can evaluate data from other users who have been subjected to the same state/event to increase the likelihood that a state/event that is actually identified by the system as a cause of eye/lens optical performance change occurs or does not occur. In addition, the assessment may include a third party, such as a lens manufacturer, to collect all data for analysis to obtain a product performance record and for product development.

in conclusion

The present disclosure provides methods and apparatus for collecting, storing, and analyzing data for monitoring lens status, control box functions, displaying user messages, and stylized ophthalmic lens storage units. Further, the communication option allows data to be used for lens monitoring via the network communication between the ophthalmic lens storage unit and the external device or individual, automated order placement and visual response to the user identifying the event/state.

Although the above description contains many specifics, it should not be construed as limiting the scope of the various embodiments or methods. Many other branches and variations are possible within the teachings of the various embodiments or methods. Therefore, the scope is determined by the scope of the accompanying patent application and its legal equivalents, and not by the given examples.

1301‧‧‧Collect specific event data

1305‧‧‧Storage data

1310‧‧‧ Identifying events

1315‧‧‧Determining the order of the order

1320‧‧‧ Identify events that affect lens performance

1325‧‧‧Monitor optical performance of the lens

1330‧‧‧Interacting events and optical performance

1335‧‧‧Send a signal to the user/3rd party

1340‧‧‧Response assessment

Claims (22)

An apparatus for correlating a geo-social phenomenon with an ophthalmic lens state, comprising: a programmable ophthalmic lens storage unit for storing one or more ophthalmic lenses, wherein the ophthalmic lens storage unit comprises a processor for digital communication with a digital media storage device, wherein the digital media storage device stores executable software code; a transmitter and a receiver are in logical communication with the processor and also in logical communication with a communication network, wherein the software Executing and operating on demand; transmitting and receiving digital data via the transmitter; processing stored digital data from one or more inputs and sources of the described complex event; determining the event record level of the description Sequence, wherein the order is determined based on events affecting the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens; identifying one or more events that affect the optical performance of the ophthalmic lens; monitoring the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens in an ophthalmic lens storage unit; The change in optical performance of the ophthalmic lens in the base unit is correlated with the identified event; and based on the event and ophthalmic lens Network access to a predetermined change in a signal associated with the transmission properties of one or more. The device of claim 1, wherein the associated data is stored in one or more sources. The apparatus of claim 2, wherein the software is additionally operable to evaluate the correctness of the correlation by comparing optical performance data of other ophthalmic lenses subjected to the same event with data of the ophthalmic lens storage unit. For example, the device of claim 3, wherein the software can be additionally manipulated so that the additional input affects the order of the order. The device of claim 4, additionally comprising one or more sensors for measuring and storing digital data describing the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens. The device of claim 5, wherein the sensor comprises a device for detecting one or both of a light intensity and a light vector direction to generate data describing the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens during sterilization. . The device of claim 5, additionally comprising a code reader capable of downloading and processing corresponding data identifying an ophthalmic lens product through a network. The device of claim 7, wherein the corresponding data comprises a lens-specific optical performance specification. The apparatus of claim 8, wherein the data describing the optical properties of the ophthalmic lens comprises the power of the lens and a base curve. The apparatus of claim 9, wherein the optical properties of the measurements are compared to lens specifications to monitor actual ophthalmic lens optical performance. The apparatus of claim 10, wherein the measured actual optical performance data is stored during sterilization for future analysis to detect performance over time using a predetermined threshold. The device of claim 11, wherein the processor in the ophthalmic lens storage unit processes data describing particle accumulation at the beginning of a sterilization cycle of the ophthalmic lens to diagnose an eye infection. The device of claim 12, additionally comprising a user interface capable of displaying a message prompt to the user based on data transmitted by the processor. The device of claim 13 wherein the transmitted signal comprises a communication component capable of transmitting a message to an associated processing device, the processing device for receiving the message and to one of the user or a third party The two or both display the message. The device of claim 14, wherein the event is specific to a user location. The device of claim 15 wherein the user location is determined by tracking the location of the base unit. For example, the device of claim 15 wherein the user location is determined by using a handheld device application. The apparatus of any one of clauses 1 to 17, wherein the event comprises a change in atmospheric state. The apparatus of claim 18, wherein the atmospheric state comprises a temperature change. The apparatus of claim 18, wherein the atmospheric state comprises a change in humidity. The apparatus of claim 18, wherein the atmospheric state comprises a change in atmospheric pressure. The apparatus of claim 18, wherein the atmospheric condition comprises tracking the presence of induced allergic particles in the air.