20240017961. AUTOMATED OPTICAL SYSTEM FOR DETECTION OF A BUTTON SANITARY CONDITION AND CORRESPONDING METHOD simplified abstract (TECHNOLOGIES GRB INC.)
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AUTOMATED OPTICAL SYSTEM FOR DETECTION OF A BUTTON SANITARY CONDITION AND CORRESPONDING METHOD
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Inventor(s)
Raymond Boisvert of Quebec (CA)
Pierre Marquet of Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury (CA)
Andre Villemaire of Quebec (CA)
AUTOMATED OPTICAL SYSTEM FOR DETECTION OF A BUTTON SANITARY CONDITION AND CORRESPONDING METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240017961 titled 'AUTOMATED OPTICAL SYSTEM FOR DETECTION OF A BUTTON SANITARY CONDITION AND CORRESPONDING METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure is about an automated optical system designed to detect the sanitary condition of a button. The system includes a button housing with a button-receiving cavity and an inner side. A button is placed in the cavity. An optical assembly captures an optical signal of the button, and a sanitary condition detection assembly analyzes the captured signal to determine if the button meets a predetermined sanitary condition. Additionally, a disinfecting system is included to disinfect the button.
- The system includes a button housing with a button-receiving cavity and an inner side.
- A button is placed inside the cavity.
- An optical assembly captures an optical signal of the button.
- A sanitary condition detection assembly analyzes the captured signal to determine if the button meets a predetermined sanitary condition.
- A disinfecting system is included to disinfect the button.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Public restrooms: The system can be installed in public restrooms to ensure the sanitary condition of buttons used for flushing toilets, operating faucets, or opening doors.
- Healthcare facilities: The system can be used in hospitals or clinics to monitor the cleanliness of buttons on medical equipment, such as infusion pumps or diagnostic devices.
- Food service industry: Restaurants or food processing facilities can utilize the system to maintain the hygiene of buttons used for food preparation or equipment control.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Ensures hygiene: The system provides a reliable and automated method to detect the sanitary condition of buttons, reducing the risk of contamination and the spread of diseases.
- Time-saving: The automated detection and disinfection process eliminates the need for manual inspection and cleaning of buttons, saving time and effort.
- Prevents cross-contamination: By promptly disinfecting buttons that do not meet the sanitary condition, the system prevents the transfer of bacteria or viruses from one user to another.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved public health: By ensuring the cleanliness of buttons in public spaces, the system contributes to maintaining a healthier environment for individuals.
- Enhanced user confidence: Users can have peace of mind knowing that the buttons they interact with are regularly monitored and disinfected.
- Cost-effective: The automated system reduces the need for frequent manual cleaning and maintenance, resulting in potential cost savings for businesses and organizations.
Original Abstract Submitted
the present disclosure concerns an automated optical system for detection of a sanitary condition of a button, the system comprising a button housing defining a button-receiving cavity and comprising an inner side; a button disposed in the button-receiving cavity; an optical assembly to capture an optical signal of the button; a sanitary condition detection assembly to detect a predetermined sanitary condition of the button from information derived from the captured optical signal; and a disinfecting system for disinfecting the button. it also concerns a corresponding method.
