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Customizable Detergent Preparation Device

Abstract: A customizable detergent preparation device, comprising a body 101 positioned on fixed surface, a touch interactive display panel 102 receives user input regarding type of clothes to be washed, an electronically controlled nozzle 103 integrated on a water reservoir 104 dispense water into a receptacle 105 arranged underneath reservoir 104, a multi-sectioned container 106 arranged over receptacle 105 and integrated with multiple electrically controlled sprinklers 107 dispense evaluated quantity of ingredients into receptacle 105, a lid 108 arranged on top of receptacle 105 and integrated with multiple extendable rods 109 via motorized ball and socket joints 110 to provide agitating movement to receptacle 105 for mixing ingredients, an air blower suspended underneath lid 108 blow air for drying detergent, a motorized roller 111 suspended from lid 108 via a telescopically operated link 112 for positioning roller 111 over mixture for binding ingredients of mixture to attain required consistency of detergent.

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Patent Information

Application #
Filing Date
02 December 2024
Publication Number
1/2025
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Status
Email
Parent Application

Applicants

Marwadi University
Rajkot – Morbi Road, Rajkot 360003 Gujarat, India.

Inventors

1. Shriraj Chauhan
Department of Microbiology, Marwadi University, Rajkot – Morbi Road, Rajkot 360003 Gujarat, India.
2. Dr. Purvi Gondalia
Department of Microbiology, Marwadi University, Rajkot – Morbi Road, Rajkot 360003 Gujarat, India.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a customizable detergent preparation device that prepare customized detergents in an automated manner by evaluating the quantity of ingredients required for preparing the mixture as per the type of clothes to be washed and as per the pH value of the water in order to balance hardness or softness of the water for efficient and effective cleaning while preserving fabric quality.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Customized detergents are essential for effectively washing different types of fabrics, as each material has unique cleaning needs. For example, delicate fabrics like silk or wool require milder detergents to avoid damage, while sturdy materials like cotton may need more robust cleaning agents. Using a single detergent for all fabrics lead to wear and tear, reduced lifespan of delicate clothes, and inadequate cleaning of heavily soiled items. Additionally, the pH value of water significantly impacts detergent effectiveness; hard water with high pH reduces detergent performance, leaving residues on clothes, while water with balanced pH ensures optimal dissolution and cleaning.

[0003] Traditionally, people prepare customized detergents by manually mixing common household cleaning agents, such as soap, baking soda, and vinegar, to cater to different fabric needs. For delicate fabrics, they might dilute the mixture or use gentler soap, while for heavy-duty cleaning, they might add more robust ingredients like washing powder or bleach. Tools like measuring cups, mixing bowls, and manual stirring implements are used to create these blends. However, these traditional methods have significant drawbacks: inconsistency in detergent strength, difficulty in measuring precise amounts, and potential for skin irritation due to unbalanced pH levels or improper mixing. Additionally, it is time-consuming and lead to trial-and-error results, which damage clothes or leave residues that affect fabric longevity and appearance.

[0004] CN211754145U discloses about a mixing device for detergent processing. Including a base, a mounting frame is fixedly mounted above the base; a mixing kettle is fixedly mounted on the mounting frame; a jacket is fixedly mounted on the outer ring of the mixing kettle; a rotating shaft is fixedly mounted on the jacket; the rotating shaft is rotationally connected with the mounting frame; a motor I is fixedly mounted on the mounting frame; one end of the rotating shaft is fixedly connected with the first motor, the mixing kettle is provided with a sealing cover, the sealing cover is fixed to the mixing kettle through bolts, a feeding port is formed in one side of the sealing cover, a second motor is fixedly installed in the middle of the sealing cover, a stirring shaft is arranged in the mixing kettle, multiple stirring blades are fixedly installed on the stirring shaft, and a discharging port is formed in the bottom of the mixing kettle. The detergent mixing device solves the problems that an existing detergent mixing device is poor in mixing effect, easy to hang on the wall and remain during discharging and inconvenient to clean.

[0005] CN207357072U discloses about a raw materials mixing stirring device is used in production of metal detergent, including mixing tank, the inside below of mixing tank is fixed with agitator motor, agitator motor passes through motor shaft and is connected with the transmission of stirring frame, the welding of motor shaft top has the flow distribution plate, be connected with stirring fan blades through rotating the connecting axle rotation between the stirring frame, mixing tank's inside top has through fixtion screw bolt screwed connection mixes the storehouse in advance, there are a raw material storage jar, the 2nd raw material storage jar and the 3rd raw material storage jar in the mixing tank top through the fixed steel frame welding. The utility model discloses in, at first mix the storehouse in advance through being equipped with, can move the stirring roller bearing through raw materials flow band and rotate, realize that automatic going on mixes in advance to making to pre-blend the back after intact getting into the inside raw materials of mixing tank, then stirring when mixed quicker, the raw materials after mixing simultaneously is more even, saves the time of mixing the stirring, improves the efficiency of work.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices have been developed that are capable of preparing detergents. However, these devices are incapable of customizing the amount of ingredients required for making the detergent in an automated manner as per the type of the clothes to be washed, and fails in maintaining fabric integrity and enhancing the longevity of garments. Additionally, these existing devices also lacks in neutralizing the detergent by detecting the possible allergic reactions during skin contact with the prepared detergent.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that is capable of preparing customized detergent by evaluating and mixing appropriate amount of ingredients required for effectively washing the user-specified type of clothes without harming the fabric of the cloth. In addition, the developed device detects possible allergic reactions during skin contact with the prepared detergent and accordingly neutralize the detergent in order to prevent skin irritations and allergies to enhance user safety and comfort.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of preparing detergent in a self-sufficient manner that is customized as per the washing requirements of the type of the clothes specified by a user, thereby ensuring that clothes are cleaned effectively while maintaining fabric integrity, reducing wear and tear and enhancing the longevity of garments.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of monitoring pH of water and accordingly evaluates an optimum quantity of the set of ingredients to be used for preparing the detergent, thus balance the hardness or softness of the water for efficient and effective cleaning while preserving fabric quality.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of detecting possible allergic reactions during skin contact with the prepared detergent and accordingly neutralize the detergent, thereby prevent skin irritations and allergies to enhance user safety and comfort.

[0012] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The present invention relates to a customizable detergent preparation device that is capable of preparing customized cleaning and washing detergents as per the type of the clothes specified by the user to properly clean the clothes without damaging them. Further, the device is capable of detecting possible allergic reactions during skin contact with the prepared detergent and accordingly neutralize the detergent.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a customizable detergent preparation device comprises of a body developed to be positioned on a fixed surface, the body is installed with a touch interactive display panel that is accessed by a user for providing input regarding type of clothes to be washed for which a detergent is to be prepared, an inbuilt microcontroller integrated in the body and linked with the panel evaluate a set of ingredients to be utilized in preparation of the detergent, an electronically controlled nozzle is integrated on a water reservoir arranged inside the body to dispense water from the reservoir into a receptacle arranged underneath the reservoir for accommodating the dispensed water, a pH sensor is integrated in the receptacle for monitoring pH of water, in accordance to which the microcontroller evaluates an optimum quantity of the set of ingredients to be used for preparing the detergent in order to balance hardness or softness of the water as determined through the monitored pH of water, a multi-sectioned container arranged over the receptacle and integrated with multiple electrically controlled sprinklers to dispense the evaluated quantity of ingredients from the container into the receptacle, plurality of extendable rods integrated on peripheral portion of the receptacle and connected with a lid arranged on top of the receptacle by means of multiple motorized ball and socket joints to rotate the rods along with extension/retraction of the rods to provide agitating movement to the receptacle in view of thoroughly mixing the ingredients to form a crude mixture of the detergent.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprise of a moisture sensor integrated underneath the lid for monitoring moisture level of the mixture, an air blower suspended underneath the lid to blow air towards the mixture while being agitated in the receptacle for drying the detergent for attaining a required consistency of the mixture, a motorized roller suspended from the lid by means of a telescopically operated link to extend for positioning the roller over the mixture, followed by actuation of the roller to rotate for applying pressure on the mixture in view of binding the ingredients of the mixture to attain the required consistency of the detergent to be utilized for washing clothes, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the body and integrated with a processor to monitor any allergic reaction experienced on the user’s hand while the user’s hand is in contact with the prepared detergent, accordingly the sprinklers dispense additional amount of fabric softeners and chemicals stored in the container into the receptacle for neutralizing the detergent, the ingredients include a binder, amylase, fabric cleaning agents, and fabric softeners, post preparation of the detergent, a speaker mounted on the body produce audio notification for the user to access the prepared detergent for skin patch test, in order to detect the allergy, and a battery is associated with the device for powering up electrical and electronically operated components associated with the device.

[0016] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of a customizable detergent preparation device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0019] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0020] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0021] The present invention relates to a customizable detergent preparation device that provides a means for preparing customized detergent by evaluating the type and quantity of the ingredients required for preparing the detergent as per the type of the clothes specified by the user. Additionally, the proposed device is capable of neutralizing the prepared detergent by detecting the possible allergic reactions during skin contact with the prepared detergent.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of a customizable detergent preparation device is illustrated, comprising a body 101, a touch interactive display panel 102 installed with the body 101, an electronically controlled nozzle 103 is integrated on a water reservoir 104 arranged inside the body 101, a receptacle 105 arranged inside the body 101 underneath the reservoir 104, a multi-sectioned container 106 arranged inside the body 101 over the receptacle 105 and integrated with multiple electrically controlled sprinklers 107, a lid 108 arranged on top of the receptacle 105, plurality of extendable rods 109 connected with the lid 108 via multiple motorized ball and socket joints 110, a motorized roller 111 suspended from the lid 108 by means of a telescopically operated link 112, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 113 installed on the body 101, and a speaker 114 is mounted on the body 101.

[0023] The device disclosed herein comprises of a body 101 incasing various components associated with the device and developed to be positioned on a fixed surface. The body 101 serves as the core structure and is made up of lightweight, durable, and waterproof material that includes but not limited to reinforced plastic or metal that offer strength and rigidity to the body 101, making the body 101 resistant to mechanical stress and pressure. Vibration-dampening materials are integrated into the body 101 to minimize shaking of the body 101 during operations in order to enhance device longevity.

[0024] A user is required to access a touch interactive display panel 102 installed on the body 101 to provide input regarding type of clothes to be washed for which a detergent is to be prepared. For example, selecting "silk" as the fabric type ensures the detergent formulation is gentle to prevent damage to delicate fibers. The touch interactive display panel 102 used herein is a type of Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) that detect touch input from a user. It consists of both an input unit (preferably a capacitive touch panel) and an output unit (a visual display). The capacitive touch panel is layered on the top of the visual display. The touch panel consists of an insulator such as glass, coated with a transparent conductor, such as indium tin oxide (ITO).

[0025] When the user touches the surface of the display panel 102 for giving input commands, the electrostatic field of the screen gets distorted, that is measured as a change in capacitance. This change in capacitance is used to determine the location of the touch. The determined location of the touch is then sent in the form of electrical signals to an inbuilt microcontroller integrated in the body 101 and linked with the display panel 102.

[0026] The microcontroller processes the received signals from the display panel 102 regarding the type of clothes to be washed and accordingly evaluates a set of ingredients to be utilized in preparation of the detergent. The ingredients include a binder, amylase, fabric cleaning agents, and fabric softeners. A water reservoir 104 is arranged inside the body 101 and integrated with an electronically controlled nozzle 103, wherein upon evaluation of the set of ingredients, the microcontroller actuates the nozzle 103 to dispense water from the reservoir 104 into a receptacle 105 arranged inside the body 101, underneath the reservoir 104.

[0027] The electronically controlled nozzle 103 used herein consists of a solenoid valve, nozzle tip, and control circuitry. When the microcontroller signals the need to dispense the water, the nozzle 103 activates the solenoid valve, which opens to allow the water to flow from the reservoir 104. The water then passes through a series of micro channels within the nozzle tip, which regulate the pressure and direction of the water in order to dispense the pre-defined amount of water into the receptacle 105.

[0028] Once the water is accommodated inside the receptacle 105, the microcontroller in association with a pH sensor integrated in the receptacle 105, monitor pH of water. The pH sensor used herein consists of an indicator electrode and reference electrode. The indictor electrode consists of a glass membrane, that is sensitive to hydrogen ion concentration of water and the glass electrode potential varies from sample to sample. The reference electrode is standard and has constant potential. The reference electrode does not respond to water. The pH meter measures and compares the potential difference between both indicator electrode and reference electrode and determine the pH value of the water and send the data to the linked microcontroller in the form of electrical signal.

[0029] The microcontroller processes the signals received from pH sensor in order to determine the pH level of water. Based on the pH level of water, the microcontroller evaluates an optimum quantity of the set of ingredients to be used for preparing the detergent in order to balance hardness or softness of the water as determined through the monitored pH of water.

[0030] A multi-sectioned container 106 is arranged inside the body 101, positioned above the receptacle 105. Each section of the container 106 is stored with individual ingredients required for detergent preparation, such as binders, amylase, fabric cleaning agents, and fabric softeners, wherein based on the monitored pH of water, the microcontroller actuates an electrically controlled sprinkler integrated with each of the sections to dispense the evaluated quantity of ingredients from the container 106 into the receptacle 105.

[0031] The electrically controlled sprinkler used herein comprises of a dispensing nozzle, and an electronically actuated valve connected to the microcontroller. The valve is controlled by an actuator which regulates the flow of the ingredient. When sends actuation signals to the respective valves. Upon receiving the signal from the microcontroller, the valve opens for allowing the ingredient to flow through the nozzle into the receptacle 105. The valve closes automatically after dispensing for ensuring precision and preventing spillage.

[0032] A lid 108 is positioned on top of the receptacle 105 by means of a pair of pole. Multiple extendable rods 109 (ranging from 6 to 8 in numbers) are arranged around the peripheral portion of the receptacle 105. Each rod is connected to the lid 108 by means of a motorized ball-and-socket joint, wherein after dispensing of the evaluated amount of ingredients into the reservoir 104, the microcontroller actuates the rods 109 to extend/retract in synchronization with the ball and socket joints 110 to rotate the rods 109 for providing agitating movement to the receptacle 105 in view of thoroughly mixing the ingredients to form a crude mixture of the detergent.

[0033] The extension of the rods 109 is powered by a pneumatic unit associated with device, that includes an air compressor, air cylinder, air valves and piston which works in collaboration to aid in extension/retraction of the rods 109. The air compressor used herein extract the air from surrounding and increases the pressure of the air by reducing the volume of the air. The air compressor is consisting of two main parts including a motor and a pump. The motor powers the compressor pump which uses the energy from the motor drive to draw in atmospheric air and compress to elevated pressure. The compressed air is then sent through a discharge tube into the cylinder across the valve. The compressed air in the cylinder tends to pushes out the piston to extend. The piston is attached to the rods 109, wherein the extension/ retraction of the piston corresponds to the extension/ retraction of the rods 109.

[0034] The motorized ball and socket joints 110 used herein is a mechanical component that connects the rods 109 to the lid 108. The ball and socket joints 110 permits rotational and tilting movements, enabling the rods 109 to rotate on its axis. The ball and socket joint 110 are a coupling consisting of a ball joint securely locked within a socket joint, where the ball joint is able to move in a 360-dgree rotation within the socket thus, providing the required movement to the rods 109. The ball and socket joints 110 are powered by a DC (direct current) motor that is actuated by the microcontroller for providing multi-axis rotational movement to the rods 109 along with extension/retraction of the rods 109 to provide agitating movement to the receptacle 105 for thoroughly mixing the ingredients to form a crude mixture of the detergent.

[0035] After formation of the crude mixture, the microcontroller in association with a moisture sensor integrated underneath the lid 108, monitor moisture level of the mixture. The moisture sensor used herein is a non-contact moisture sensor which operate based on capacitance principle. An electromagnetic field is generated by an oscillator circuit within the sensor. This field extends inside the receptacle 105. When the mixture is dry, its dielectric constant is relatively low. However, when moisture is present, the dielectric constant increases. This change in dielectric constant alters the capacitance between the sensor and the surface. The sensor measures the changes in capacitance caused by the presence of moisture. This change is converted into an electrical signal, which is then transferred to the linked microcontroller for interpretation.

[0036] The microcontroller processes the signals received from the moisture sensor in order to monitor the moisture level of the mixture, in accordance to which the microcontroller actuates an air blower suspended underneath the lid 108 to blow air towards the mixture while being agitated in the receptacle 105 for drying the detergent being prepared. The air blower used herein consists of a motor, fan blades, an air intake, and an outlet nozzle. When the microcontroller activates the blower, the motor drives the fan blades to rotate at high speed, drawing air through the intake. The blades push this air towards the outlet nozzle, creating a focused stream of air. This air is then directed towards the mixture while being agitated in the receptacle 105 for drying the detergent in order to obtain a required consistency of the mixture.

[0037] A motorized roller 111 is suspended from the lid 108 by means of a telescopically operated link 112, wherein after drying of the mixture, the microcontroller generates a command to actuate the link 112 to extend for positioning the roller 111 over the mixture. The extension of the link 112 is powered by the pneumatic unit associated with the device in the same manner as for the extendable rods 109 described above in order to position the roller 111 over the mixture.

[0038] Post positioning of the roller 111, the microcontroller actuates the roller 111 to rotate for applying pressure on the mixture in view of binding the ingredients of the mixture. The motorized roller 111 used herein consists of a cylindrical roller, a DC (direct current) motor, and a support frame. The roller is mounted on the frame and connected to the motor via a shaft. On actuation, the motor starts rotating with a pre-defined speed which is transferred to the roller via the shaft for creating rotational motion that agitates and compresses the mixture. The microcontroller regulates motor speed and direction. This motion binds the ingredients by evenly distributing pressure and friction in order to attain the required consistency of the detergent to be utilized for washing clothes.

[0039] Post preparation of the detergent, the microcontroller actuates a speaker 114 mounted on the body 101 to produce audio notification for the user to access the prepared detergent for skin patch test. The speaker 114 used herein is capable of producing clear and natural sound and is capable of adjusting its volume based on ambient noise levels.

[0040] The speaker 114 consists of audio information, which is in the form of recorded voice, synthesized voice, or other sounds, generated or stored as digital data. The digital audio data is converted into analog electrical signals. Further the analog signal is amplified by an amplifier and the amplified electrical audio signal is then sent to a diaphragm, which is typically made of a lightweight and rigid material like paper, plastic, or metal, and is designed to vibrate or move back and forth when electrical signals are fed to it. This movement creates pressure variations in the surrounding air, generating sound waves in order to produce audio notification for the user to access the prepared detergent for skin patch test, in order to detect the allergy.

[0041] Based on the audio notification, the user is required to access the prepared detergent via an opening crafted on the body 101 for skin patch test, in order to detect the allergy. Simultaneously, the microcontroller actuates an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 113 installed on the body 101 and integrated with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images in vicinity of the body 101. The artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 113 comprises of a high-resolution camera lens, digital camera sensor and a processor, wherein the lens captures multiple images from different angles and perspectives in vicinity of the body 101 with the help of digital camera sensor for providing comprehensive coverage of the user’s hand.

[0042] The captured images then go through pre-processing steps by the processor integrated with the camera. The processor carries out a sequence of image processing operation including pre-processing, feature extraction and classification in order to enhance the image quality, which includes adjusting brightness and contrast and removing any distortion or noise. The pre-processed images are transmitted to the microcontroller linked with the processor in the form of electrical signals.

[0043] The microcontroller continuously processes the signals received from the imaging unit 113 for detecting any visible signs of allergic reactions, such as redness, swelling, or rashes experienced on the user’s hand while the user’s hand is in contact with the prepared detergent. In case any of the allergic reaction is detected, the microcontroller actuates the sprinklers 107 to dispense an additional amount of fabric softeners and chemicals stored in the container 106 into the receptacle 105 for neutralizing the detergent. This controlled addition of softeners and chemicals modify the detergent mixture by reducing the potency and alleviating any potential skin irritation and minimizes the risk of adverse reactions from prolonged skin contact with the detergent.

[0044] Lastly, a battery is installed within the device which is connected to the microcontroller that supplies current to all the electrically powered components that needs an amount of electric power to perform their functions and operation in an efficient manner. The battery utilized here, is generally a dry battery which is made up of Lithium-ion material that gives the device a long-lasting as well as an efficient DC (Direct Current) current which helps every component to function properly in an efficient manner. As the device is battery operated and do not need any electrical voltage for functioning. Hence the presence of battery leads to the portability of the device i.e., user is able to place as well as moves the device from one place to another as per the requirements.

[0045] The proposed invention works best in the following manner, where the body 101 is developed to be positioned on the fixed surface. The user accesses the touch interactive display panel 102 for providing input regarding type of clothes to be washed for which the detergent is to be prepared. Based on which the microcontroller evaluates the set of ingredients to be utilized in preparation of the detergent. Afterwards, the electronically controlled nozzle 103 dispense water from the water reservoir 104 into the receptacle 105. Subsequently, the pH sensor monitors pH of water. In accordance to which the microcontroller evaluates the optimum quantity of the set of ingredients to be used for preparing the detergent in order to balance hardness or softness of the water as determined through the monitored pH of water. Followed by which the multi-sectioned container 106 dispenses the evaluated quantity of ingredients from the container 106 into the receptacle 105. Upon dispensing of the ingredients, multiple motorized ball and socket joints 110 rotate multiple extendable rods 109 connected with the lid 108 along with extension/retraction of the rods 109 to provide agitating movement to the receptacle 105 in view of thoroughly mixing the ingredients to form the crude mixture of the detergent.

[0046] In continuation, the moisture sensor monitors moisture level of the mixture. Accordingly, the air blower blow air towards the mixture while being agitated in the receptacle 105 for drying the detergent for attaining the required consistency of the mixture. After drying of mixture, the motorized roller 111 rotates for applying pressure on the mixture in view of binding the ingredients of the mixture to attain the required consistency of the detergent to be utilized for washing clothes. Post preparation of the detergent, the speaker 114 produces audio notification for the user to access the prepared detergent for skin patch test in order to detect the allergy. Synchronously, the artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 113 integrated with the processor monitor any allergic reaction experienced on the user’s hand while the user’s hand is in contact with the prepared detergent and accordingly the sprinklers 107 dispense additional amount of fabric softeners and chemicals stored in the container 106 into the receptacle 105 for neutralizing the detergent.

[0047] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) A customizable detergent preparation device, comprising:

i) a body 101 developed to be positioned on a fixed surface, wherein said body 101 is installed with a touch interactive display panel 102 that is accessed by a user for providing input regarding type of clothes to be washed for which a detergent is to be prepared;
ii) an inbuilt microcontroller integrated in said body 101 and linked with said panel for processing said user’s input to evaluate a set of ingredients to be utilized in preparation of said detergent, wherein an electronically controlled nozzle 103 is integrated on a water reservoir 104 arranged inside said body 101 that is actuated by said microcontroller to dispense water from said reservoir 104;
iii) a receptacle 105 arranged inside said body 101, underneath said reservoir 104 for accommodating said dispensed water, wherein a pH sensor is integrated in said receptacle 105 for monitoring pH of water, in accordance to which said microcontroller evaluates an optimum quantity of said set of ingredients to be used for preparing said detergent in order to balance hardness or softness of said water as determined through said monitored pH of water;
iv) a multi-sectioned container 106 arranged inside said body 101, over said receptacle 105 and integrated with multiple electrically controlled sprinklers 107 that are actuated by said microcontroller to dispense said evaluated quantity of ingredients from said container 106 into said receptacle 105;
v) plurality of extendable rods 109 integrated on peripheral portion of said receptacle 105 and connected with a lid 108 arranged on top of said receptacle 105 by means of multiple motorized ball and socket joints 110 that are actuated by said microcontroller to rotate said rods 109 along with extension/retraction of said rods 109 to provide agitating movement to said receptacle 105 in view of thoroughly mixing said ingredients to form a crude mixture of said detergent;
vi) a moisture sensor integrated underneath said lid 108 for monitoring moisture level of said mixture, in accordance to which said microcontroller actuates an air blower suspended underneath said lid 108 to blow air towards said mixture while being agitated in said receptacle 105 for drying said detergent for attaining a required consistency of said mixture;
vii) a motorized roller 111 suspended from said lid 108 by means of a telescopically operated link 112 that is actuated by said microcontroller to extend for positioning said roller 111 over said mixture, followed by actuation of said roller 111 to rotate for applying pressure on said mixture in view of binding said ingredients of said mixture to attain said required consistency of said detergent to be utilized for washing clothes; and
viii) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 113 installed on said body 101 and integrated with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images in vicinity of said body 101, respectively to monitor any allergic reaction experienced on said user’s hand while said user’s hand is in contact with said prepared detergent and in case said allergic reaction is detected, said microcontroller actuates said sprinklers 107 to dispense additional amount of fabric softeners and chemicals stored in said container 106 into said receptacle 105 for neutralizing said detergent.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said ingredients includes a binder, amylase, fabric cleaning agents, fabric softeners.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a speaker 114 is mounted on said body 101 that is actuated by said microcontroller to produce audio notification for said user to access said prepared detergent for skin patch test, post preparation of said detergent, in order to detect said allergy.

4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is associated with said device for powering up electrical and electronically operated components associated with said device.

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1 202421094809-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
2 202421094809-REQUEST FOR EXAMINATION (FORM-18) [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
3 202421094809-REQUEST FOR EARLY PUBLICATION(FORM-9) [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
4 202421094809-POWER OF AUTHORITY [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
5 202421094809-FORM-9 [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
6 202421094809-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
7 202421094809-FORM 18 [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
8 202421094809-FORM 1 [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
9 202421094809-FIGURE OF ABSTRACT [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
10 202421094809-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
11 202421094809-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
12 202421094809-EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION(S) [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
13 202421094809-DRAWINGS [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
14 202421094809-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
15 202421094809-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [02-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-02
16 Abstract.jpg 2024-12-28
17 202421094809-FORM-26 [03-06-2025(online)].pdf 2025-06-03