Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to an automated burn relief gel preparation device that is capable of automating the preparation of burn relief gel from a specific type of leaf and optimizes gel formulation by controlling ingredient ratios, monitoring leaf quality, and ensuring proper mixing and refrigeration, thereby minimizing human error through automated processes.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Burns are a common and debilitating injury that can have severe physical and emotional consequences. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 180,000 deaths occur annually due to burns, with the majority being in low- and middle-income countries. The treatment of burns typically involves the use of topical gels or creams to promote wound healing, reduce pain and inflammation, and prevent infection.

[0003] Traditionally, burn relief gels have been prepared using various natural ingredients, including aloe vera, coconut oil, and mango leaves. Mango leaves, in particular, have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat burns and wounds due to their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. However, the traditional methods of preparing burn relief gels from mango leaves are often time-consuming, labor-intensive, and inconsistent in terms of quality and efficacy.

[0004] US5009890A discloses a burn treatment product in the form of a therapeutic, non-toxic, bactericidal, water-soluble and bio-degradable gel is provided. The active ingredients of the product are water and Tea Tree Blend. A gum material is used to maintain the water and Tea Tree Blend in a gel state. Other ingredients are also provided for increasing shelf life and for imparting bactericidal properties.

[0005] US20070003632A1 discloses a topical formulation for preventing radiodermatitis and/or for treatment of damaged skin comprising, in combination aloe vera gel and raw honey.

[0006] Conventionally, there exists many devices that are capable of preparing burn relief gel, however these existing devices are incapable of controlling the ratio of ingredients and analyzing the quality of the leaves. In addition, these existing devices also fail in minimizing the risk of human error by automating the process.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that needs to be capable of automating burn relief gel preparation from a specific leaf, optimizing its formulation and minimizing errors through automated ratio control, quality monitoring, mixing, and refrigeration.

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 automating preparation of burn relief gel from a specific type of leaf, ensuring a consistent and efficient process.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of focusing on optimizing the gel formulation by controlling the ratio of ingredients, monitoring the quality of the leaves, and ensuring proper mixing and refrigeration of the gel.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is user-friendly and operates automatically to minimize the risk of human error.

[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 an automated burn relief gel preparation device that streamlines the process by optimizing the formulation with controlled ratios, monitoring quality, and ensuring precise mixing and refrigeration. This automation minimizes human error and enhances consistency in gel production, offering a reliable and efficient solution for burn treatment preparation.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated burn relief gel preparation device, comprising a housing designed to be placed over a ground surface, a pair of chamber installed in the housing for storing fresh and dried mango leaves separately, a touch interactive display panel installed in the housing to allow the user to provide input regarding pH level required for making relief gel from the leaves, a first iris unit arranged at bottom portion of a particular chamber of fresh mango leaves for opening and allow the leaves to get transferred into a cleaning container integrated beneath the chamber, a motorized vertical plate to get rotate for cleaning the fresh leaves, a horizontal mesh plate in between vertical sliders, configured with the container’s inner lateral walls for holding fresh mango leaves during the cleaning process, the mesh plate is connected to motorized hinges, which enable plate to slide upwards, a conveyor belt frame installed underneath the container to receive the cleaned mango leaves, a UV-visible spectroscopy unit positioned above the conveyor belt frame for detecting the presence of specific phytochemicals in the mango leaves, a waste leaf storage container located adjacent to the conveyor belt to collect and store leaves that are rejected due to insufficient phytochemical content, contamination and physical damage, a robotic arm, attached to the ceiling of the housing to get extend and rotate to grip rejected leaves detected during processing, a crushing compartment located inside the housing, responsible for converting high-quality mango leaves into a fine powder suitable for gel preparation, a second motorized iris unit installed with another chamber to allow the dried leaves to get dispensed into the compartment and a motorized grinding unit installed with the compartment, which convert the fresh and dried leaves into a powder.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprises of a third motorized iris unit integrated with the crushing compartment, precisely controls the discharge of the powder, a mixing compartment, mounted within the housing for ensuring accurate and controlled transfer, a multi-sectioned box is mounted inside the housing with the mixing compartment, storing distilled water and rheology modifier (thickening agent), an expandable conduit connects the box to the mixing compartment, featuring an electronic nozzle that accurately dispenses controlled amounts of liquids, a motorized stirrer installed inside the mixing compartment, responsible for thoroughly mixing the dispensed mango leaf powder, distilled water, and other ingredients to ensure even distribution of all components, a Peltier unit equipped with a temperature sensor, installed with the mixing container to maintain the therapeutic properties of the prepared gel, a moisture sensor installed with the container to monitor moisture of the leave, a hot air blower arranged with the cleaning container to eliminate excess moisture from the leaves, a vibrating unit installed with the crushing compartment that enhances the efficiency of the powder transfer process, a weight sensor mounted within the box to detect the dispensing amounts of distilled water and rheology modifier and a battery is associated with the device to supply power to electrically powered components which are employed herein.

[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 an automated burn relief gel 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 an automated burn relief gel preparation device that is capable of streamlining burn relief gel production from a specific leaf type, ensuring optimal formulation through precise ratio control, ensuring quality checks, and automated mixing and refrigeration.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of an automated burn relief gel preparation device is illustrated, comprising a housing 101 installed with a pair of chamber 102, a touch interactive display panel 103 is provided on the housing 101, a first motorized iris unit 104 attached on bottom portion of a specific chamber 102, a cleaning container 105 arranged beneath the chamber 102 and equipped with a motorized vertical plate 106, a horizontal mesh plate 107 positioned between vertical sliders 108 provided on inner lateral walls of the container 105, a conveyor belt frame 109 installed underside the container 105, a waste leaf storage container 119 located next to the conveyor belt frame 109, a robotic arm 110 is attached to ceiling of the housing 101.

[0023] Figure 1 further illustrates a crushing compartment 111 installed inside the housing 101, a second motorized iris unit 112 integrated with base of chamber 102, a motorized grinding unit 113 is installed inside the crushing compartment 111, a third motorized iris unit 114 integrated with the crushing compartment 111, a mixing compartment 115 installed inside the housing 101, a multi-sectioned box 116 mounted inside the housing 101 through an electronic nozzle 117 and a motorized stirrer 118 installed inside the mixing compartment 115.

[0024] The device disclosed herein, comprises of a housing 101, which serves as main structure of the device and designed to be placed over a ground surface. The housing 101 having a pair of chamber 102 that is installed dedicatedly for storing fresh and dried mango leaves separately. The process begins where a user provides input details about pH level that is required for making relief gel from the leaves over a touch interactive display panel 103 installed in the housing 101.

[0025] The touch interactive display panel 103 as mentioned herein is typically an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen that presents output in a visible form. The screen is equipped with touch-sensitive technology, allowing the user to interact directly with the display using their fingers. A touch controller IC (Integrated Circuit) is responsible for processing the analog signals generated when the user inputs details regarding the pH level required for preparing relief gel from the leaves. A touch controller is typically connected to a microcontroller through various interfaces which may include but are not limited to PI (Serial Peripheral Interface) or I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit).

[0026] After the user provide input details, the microcontroller processes these commands and actuates a first motorized iris unit 104 arranged at bottom portion of a particular chamber 102 of fresh mango leaves for opening and allow the leaves to get transferred into a cleaning container 105 integrated beneath the chamber 102. The first motorized iris unit 104 is typically composed of a series of thin, overlapping blades or petals arranged in a circular or hexagonal pattern, wherein a conduit is installed at base of cleaning container 105 to extract dirty water, leading to a receptacle for storage.

[0027] The microcontroller sends signals to the motor of the first motorized iris unit 104 to regulate the flow of leaves from the particular chamber 102. The motor then rotates or moves the iris blades to open the first motorized iris unit 104 to the desired position and as the first motorized iris unit 104 opens the leaves are dispensed on the cleaning container 105. When the determined amount of leaves is dispensed on the container 105 the microcontroller actuates the motor of the first motorized iris unit 104 to rotate the blades and close the opening of the iris unit.

[0028] After dispensing the fresh mango leaves in the cleaning container 105, the microcontroller actuates a motorized vertical plate 106 to get rotate for cleaning the fresh leaves. The microcontroller sends signals to a motor of the plate 106 and the motor then rotates or moves the plate 106 to clean the fresh leaves. The container’s 105 inner lateral walls are configured with vertical sliders 108 that have a horizontal mesh plate 107 in between them.

[0029] The horizontal mesh plate 107 is a critical component, specifically located within the cleaning container 105. The plate 107 serves as a filter and holding mechanism for fresh mango leaves during the cleaning process. The mesh plate 107 is connected to motorized hinges, which enable plate 107 to slide upwards. This motion facilitates the filtering process, ensuring that debris and impurities are removed from the fresh mango leaves. The hinge consists of a pair of leaf that are connected with each other via a rod, wherein the rod is coupled with a motor that is interlinked with the microcontroller for sliding the plate 107.

[0030] As the plate 107 slides upwards, it securely holds the leaves in place, preventing them from falling or getting damaged. Once the cleaning process is complete, the horizontal mesh plate 107 plays a crucial role in transferring the cleaned mango leaves to a conveyor belt frame 109 installed underneath the container 105. The motorized hinges smoothly lower the plate 107, allowing the leaves to gently drop onto the conveyor belt frame 109, which then transports them to the next stage of processing.

[0031] A UV-visible spectroscopy unit positioned above the conveyor belt frame 109, responsible for detecting the presence of specific phytochemicals in the mango leaves. The spectroscopy unit utilizes ultraviolet and visible light to interact with the leaves, measuring the absorption or reflection of light by the phytochemicals. The resulting spectral data provides valuable information on the chemical composition of the leaves.

[0032] The spectroscopy unit identifies specific phytochemical signatures, allowing the device to verify the quality and potency of the mango leaves, which ensures that only leaves with the desired phytochemical profile are used for gel preparation, maintaining consistency and efficacy. A waste leaf storage container 119 located adjacent to the conveyor belt frame 109 that collects and stores leaves that are rejected due to insufficient phytochemical content, contamination and physical damage. A robotic arm 110, attached to the ceiling of the housing 101 that is actuated by the microcontroller plays a crucial role in managing defective leaves by extending and rotating to grip rejected leaves detected during processing. The arm then precisely places the defective leaves into the waste storage container 119.

[0033] A crushing compartment 111 located inside the housing 101, responsible for converting high-quality mango leaves into a fine powder suitable for gel preparation. The compartment receives fresh leaves from the conveyor belt frame 109 and dried leaves from the chamber 102 via a second motorized iris unit 112. Meanwhile, the dried leaves are fed from the chamber 102 through the second motorized iris unit 112, which precisely regulates the flow of dried leaves into the compartment, which ensures an optimal mix of fresh and dried leaves for powder production.

[0034] The crushing compartment 111 having a motorized grinding unit 113, which convert the fresh and dried leaves into a powder. The grinding unit 113 employs rotating blades, hammers, or other grinding mechanisms to break down the leaves' cellular structure, releasing their phytochemicals. The grinding process is optimized for uniform particle size, maximum phytochemical extraction and minimal heat generation.

[0035] A third motorized iris unit 114, integrated with the crushing compartment 111, precisely controls the discharge of the powder. The iris unit selectively opens to release the powder into a mixing compartment 115, mounted within the housing 101 for ensuring accurate and controlled transfer. The motorized iris unit regulates the powder flow rate, prevents powder spillage or waste, and maintains a dust-free environment. The mixing compartment 115, located inside the housing 101, receives the dispensed powder and is designed to facilitate the preparation of the burn relief gel formulation. The mixing compartment 115 provides an optimal environment for combining the mango leaf powder with other ingredients to create a consistent and effective gel.

[0036] Herein, a multi-sectioned box 116 is mounted inside the housing 101 with the mixing compartment 115, storing distilled water and rheology modifier (thickening agent). An expandable conduit connects the box 116 to the mixing compartment 115, featuring an electronic nozzle 117 that accurately dispenses controlled amounts of liquids, which prevents contamination or spillage and enables precise gel formulation. The electronic nozzle 117 ensures precise control over the ratio of ingredients, allowing for consistent gel quality. In the mixing compartment 115, the mango leaf powder is combined with distilled water and rheology modifier.

[0037] A motorized stirrer 118 installed inside the mixing compartment 115, responsible for thoroughly mixing the dispensed mango leaf powder, distilled water, and other ingredients to ensure even distribution of all components, promoting uniform gel formation. The stirrer 118 prevents powder agglomeration, eliminates ingredient segregation, ensures consistent gel viscosity, and optimizes phytochemical dispersion.

[0038] The motorized stirrer 118 operates at controlled speeds, adjusting to various mixing requirements. Its design and placement within the mixing compartment 115 enable efficient mixing and blending, minimize foam formation, and reduce air entrapment. This precise mixing process is crucial for producing high-quality burn relief gel. To maintain the therapeutic properties of the prepared gel, the mixing compartment is connected to a Peltier unit equipped with a temperature sensor. The Peltier unit refrigerates the prepared gel to a stable temperature for preventing thermal degradation of phytochemicals and ensuring longer storage life.

[0039] The temperature sensor continuously monitors the gel temperature, providing real-time feedback to the control system, which enables precise temperature control, automated temperature adjustments, and alarm notifications for temperature deviations. By maintaining a stable temperature, the device ensures the gel's therapeutic properties are preserved.

[0040] The device features a moisture sensor installed with the container 105 to monitor moisture of the leave. The core of the moisture sensor consists of two metal probes that gets into contact with the leaves that interacts with the leaf’s moisture content. Moisture in the leaf acts as an electrical conductor. Dry leaf has high electrical resistance, while wet has low electrical resistance due to the presence of ions in the water. A low voltage electrical current is applied in the metal probes. One probe serves as the positive electrode and the other serves as the negative electrode.

[0041] The resistance between the probes is measured which is indicative of the leaf’s moisture content. The data interpreted by the sensor is then compared with the threshold level of moisture stored in the database. If the moisture content of the leaves exceeds the threshold value, the microcontroller linked with the moisture sensor activates a hot air blower arranged with the cleaning container 105 to eliminate excess moisture from the leaves.

[0042] The air blower consists of a motor-driven fan or impeller that generates a high-velocity stream of air. The air blower is typically designed to be compact and energy efficient. The air blower is positioned so that its airflow is directed toward the leaves and this is achieved by adjusting the louvers or ducts to focus the airflow. The microcontroller controls the speed and of the air blower and modulates the airflow based on the factors like their moisture level. The microcontroller monitors the drying process and once the leaves are dry, the microcontroller automatically turns off the air blower to conserve energy.

[0043] The crushing compartment 111 of the device features a vibrating unit that enhances the efficiency of the powder transfer process. The vibrating unit agitates the powdered material, ensuring that any remaining powder is effectively pushed towards the third iris unit for proper dispensing. The vibrating unit addresses a common challenge in powder processing, residual material remaining in the crushing compartment 111. By agitating the powder, the vibrating unit prevents accumulation, reduces material waste, ensures complete powder transfer, and optimizes iris unit performance.

[0044] Activation of the vibrating unit is precisely timed to coincide with the opening of the third iris unit. As the iris unit opens, the vibrating unit agitates the powder, ensuring a smooth and consistent flow of material. This coordinated action enhances powder flow rate, prevents clogging, and maintains powder quality. The vibrating unit provides several benefits, including improved powder transfer efficiency, reduced material waste, increased productivity, and enhanced product quality.

[0045] A weight sensor mounted within the box 116 to detect the dispensing amounts of distilled water and rheology modifier. The weight sensor is typically a load cell or strain gauge sensor. The distilled water and rheology modifier exert a downward force to the weight sensor due to their weight. The weight sensor detects this force and converts it into an electrical signal, typically in the form of voltage variations. The raw electrical signal is weak and noisy. Therefore, it goes through signal conditioning circuitry to amplify, stabilize, and filter the signal. This conditioned signal is then sent to the microcontroller and the microcontroller continuously monitors the amounts of distilled water and rheology modifier for ensuring that the consistency ratio and formulation quality of gel is well maintained and prepared.

[0046] A battery is associated with the device to supply power to electrically powered components which are employed herein. The battery is comprised of a pair of electrode named as a cathode and an anode. The battery uses a chemical reaction of oxidation/reduction to do work on charge and produce a voltage between their anode and cathode and thus produces electrical energy that is used to do work in the device.

[0047] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the housing 101 as disclosed in the invention is placed over the ground surface, where the pair of chamber 102 storing fresh and dried mango leaves separately and process begins where the touch interactive display panel 103 allows the user to provide input regarding pH level required for making relief gel from the leaves and the first iris unit opens and allows the leaves to get transferred into the cleaning container 105. Simultaneously, the motorized vertical plate 106 get rotate for cleaning the fresh leaves, the horizontal mesh plate 107 holding fresh mango leaves during the cleaning process, the mesh plate 107 with the help of the motorized hinges slides upwards, the conveyor belt frame 109 receive the cleaned mango leaves, the UV-visible spectroscopy unit for detecting the presence of specific phytochemicals in the mango leaves, the waste leaf storage container 119 located adjacent to the conveyor belt frame 109 to collect and store leaves that are rejected due to insufficient phytochemical content, contamination and physical damage. Then the robotic arm 110 get extend and rotate to grip rejected leaves detected during processing, the crushing compartment 111 for converting high-quality mango leaves into the fine powder suitable for gel preparation, the second motorized iris unit 112 to allow the dried leaves to get dispensed into the compartment, the motorized grinding unit 113 converts the fresh and dried leaves into the powder, the third motorized iris unit 114 precisely controls the discharge of the powder, the mixing compartment 115 for ensuring accurate and controlled transfer, the multi-sectioned box 116 with the mixing compartment 115, storing distilled water and rheology modifier (thickening agent). Simultaneously, the expandable conduit to the mixing compartment 115, featuring the electronic nozzle 117 that accurately dispenses controlled amounts of liquids, the motorized stirrer 118 for thoroughly mixing the dispensed mango leaf powder, distilled water, and other ingredients to ensure even distribution of all components. Further, the Peltier unit with the temperature sensor maintains the therapeutic properties of the prepared gel, the moisture sensor to monitor moisture of the leave, the hot air blower to eliminate excess moisture from the leaves, the vibrating unit that enhances the efficiency of the powder transfer process, the weight sensor to detect the dispensing amounts of distilled water and rheology modifier and the battery to supply power to electrically powered components which are employed herein.

[0048] 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. , C , Claims:1) An automated burn relief gel preparation device, comprising:

i) a housing 101 developed to be positioned on a ground surface, installed with a pair of chamber 102 stored with fresh and dried mango leaves in a segregated manner, wherein a touch interactive display panel 103 is provided on said housing 101 that is accessed by a user to provide input details regarding pH value of a relief gel said user desires to manufacture from said leaves;
ii) a microcontroller linked with said display panel 103 based on said user-specified input commands actuates a first motorized iris unit 104 attached on bottom portion of a specific chamber 102 stored with fresh mango leaves to open and transfer said fresh leaves inside a cleaning container 105 arranged beneath said chamber 102 and equipped with a motorized vertical plate 106 that rotates to clean said fresh leaves;
iii) a horizontal mesh plate 107 positioned between vertical sliders 108 provided on inner lateral walls of said container 105, said plate 107 being connected to motorized hinges that allow to slide upwards to filter and securely hold fresh mango leaves during cleaning and transfer over a conveyor belt frame 109 installed underside said container 105;
iv) a UV-visible spectroscopy unit is provided above said conveyor to detect presence of specific phytochemicals in said leaves, wherein a waste leaf storage container 119 located next to said conveyor belt frame 109, wherein a robotic arm 110 is attached to ceiling of said housing 101 that is actuated by said microcontroller to extend and rotate to grip defective leaves detected during processing;
v) a crushing compartment 111 installed inside said housing 101 to receive high-quality leaves transferred from conveyor belt frame 109 and dried leaves via a second motorized iris unit 112 integrated with base of chamber 102 stored with dried leaves, wherein a motorized grinding unit 113 is installed inside said crushing compartment 111 configured to efficiently reduce fresh and dries leaves into a fine powder that is to be further processed into gel;
vi) a third motorized iris unit 114 integrated with said crushing compartment 111 that selectively opens to allow dispensing of powder to a mixing compartment 115 installed inside said housing 101, wherein said mixing compartment 115 is connected to a multi-sectioned box 116 mounted inside said housing 101 through an expandable conduit with an electronic nozzle 117, allowing controlled transfer of distilled water and rheology modifier stored inside said box 116, into mixing compartment 115 to prepare gel formulation; and
vii) a motorized stirrer 118 installed inside said mixing compartment 115 to mix said dispensed, ensuring even distribution of mango leaf powder, distilled water, and other ingredients, promoting uniform gel formation, wherein said mixing compartment is connected to a Peltier unit equipped with a temperature sensor to refrigerate prepared gel, maintaining a stable and safe temperature for longer storage, ensuring that the therapeutic properties of gel are preserved.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a moisture sensor is embedded within said container 105 that detects when leaves are adequately dried and accordingly triggers a hot air blower integrated into cleaning container 105 to remove excess moisture from the leaves.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a conduit is provided at base of cleaning container 105 to extract dirty water, leading to a receptacle for storage.

4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the crushing compartment 111 is further equipped with a vibrating unit that is activated to agitate powdered material and push any remaining powder towards third iris unit for proper dispensing, ensuring no material is left behind and optimizing transfer process.

5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a weight sensor is installed inside said box 116 to monitor the dispensing amounts of distilled water and rheology modifier, ensuring proper ratio is used for gel preparation and maintaining consistent gel formulation quality.