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Voice Activated And App Controlled Water Bottle For Instant Water/ Beverage Heating

Abstract: This invention discloses a voice-activated and app-controlled smart water bottle designed to promote hydration and well-being. A virtual assistant integrated with the bottle reminds users to drink water and offers motivational messages. The bottle features app-controlled heating, allowing users to adjust water temperature remotely. For safety and convenience, a water level sensor displays fill-level on an LED display and sends refill alerts to a smartphone app. A built-in water purification system with UV sterilization ensures clean drinking water, while status sensors alert users when filter replacement is needed. The invention further provides an optional disc-shaped medicine attachment with secure locking and fingerprint authentication to safeguard medications and promote medication adherence with reminder notifications. For added peace of mind, a GPS module allows users to track their bottle's location and receive refill reminders based on proximity to water sources. The interactive LED display enhances user experience by displaying medication information, personalized messages, motivational content, and peaceful images for meditation. Gesture interaction sensors translate user gestures into customizable commands for added convenience. Finally, a wireless charging module ensures a hassle-free charging experience. This multi-functional smart water bottle promotes healthy hydration habits and overall well-being.

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Patent Information

Application #
Filing Date
24 June 2024
Publication Number
27/2024
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
BIO-MEDICAL ENGINEERING
Status
Email
Parent Application

Applicants

UTTARANCHAL UNIVERSITY
ARCADIA GRANT, P.O. CHANDANWARI, PREMNAGAR, DEHRADUN - 248007, UTTARAKHAND, INDIA

Inventors

1. ANSHIKA GUPTA
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS, SCHOOL OF APPLIED & LIFE SCIENCES, UTTARANCHAL UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN, UK
2. DR. BHUPENDRA SINGH RAWAT
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS, SCHOOL OF APPLIED & LIFE SCIENCES, UTTARANCHAL UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN, UK
3. ANITA GEHLOT
DIVISION OF RESEARCH & INNOVATION, UTTARANCHAL UNIVERSITY, ARCADIA GRANT, P.O. CHANDANWARI, PREMNAGAR, DEHRADUN - 248007, UTTARAKHAND, INDIA
4. RAJESH SINGH
DIVISION OF RESEARCH & INNOVATION, UTTARANCHAL UNIVERSITY, ARCADIA GRANT, P.O. CHANDANWARI, PREMNAGAR, DEHRADUN - 248007, UTTARAKHAND, INDIA

Specification

Description:Field of the Invention
This invention relates to Voice-Activated and App-Controlled Water Bottle for Instant Water/ Beverage Heating.
Background of the Invention
features to help users track and improve their hydration habits. However, the "Smart Water Bottle" tackles several issues and concerns such as Inadequate Water Intake, Lack of Motivation Efficient Medication Management, Environmental Sustainability, Temperature Control, Lost Bottle Prevention, Medication Security and Privacy, Emotional Well-Being, Interaction and Engagement.
In this perspective the purposed innovation incorporates the following elements to address the previously mentioned issues:
Smart Virtual Assistant: Utilizes voice commands and guided meditation to offer personalized support, motivation, reminders, mood enhancement, and a conversational companion.
Water Heating and Cooling: Maintains beverages at desired temperatures for comfort and enjoyment.
App-Controlled Management: Empowers users to remotely customize and regulate temperature, medication, and various other features via a smartphone app.
Water Level Monitoring: Allows users to monitor their hydration levels and take proactive measures, also tracking water levels in the bottle.
Lost Water Bottle Tracking: Provides tracking features to prevent the inconvenience of losing the water bottle.
Wireless Charging: Enhances usability by extending the gadget's capabilities.
Water Purification: Ensures clean and safe drinking water, improving health and reducing dependence on disposable bottles.
Medication Dispensing Mechanism: Utilizes fingerprint authentication and app-controlled dispensing for secure and convenient medication delivery.
Interactive LED Display: Offers users information, connectivity, and visual feedback.
Gesture Interaction: Enables intuitive device control and engagement through gestures.
By addressing these issues and incorporating these sophisticated functions, this innovation aims to improve people's hydration habits, overall health, well-being, and environmental awareness, all while delivering a versatile and interactive user experience. It can assist in minimizing plastic pollution in addition to its health benefits. People can help reduce the quantity of single-use plastic bottles that end up in landfills and the seas by using a reusable water bottle and becoming more ecologically aware.
TWM56600UThe present invention relates to a smart water bottle device with an Internet of Things. The main structure is a smart kettle body, which is set by a warning setting unit of a mobile application software, a reminder function is provided through a warning device, and a finger sensor and a health recording unit are utilized. The measurement and recording of blood pressure, heartbeat and other data allows the user to instantly grasp his or her physical condition. The acceleration sensor can immediately estimate the occurrence of an accident by holding the condition and cooperating with the emergency rescue module to collect and identify the accident. The function allows people around you to quickly learn the user's safety through the mobile application software. Of course, the medical team can track it regularly through the wireless link unit to form an IoT system, and the power supply component can be transmitted through the wireless charging module. Convenient charging action.
RESEARCH GAP:
1. Provides a greater range of capabilities, including virtual AI help (for friendly talk and reminders), mood boosting, hydration tracking, drug administration, and prevention of plastic waste.
2. Not only does it measure health parameters, but it also improves mood, administers drugs, and encourages hydration.
3. Focusing on improving hydration, mood, and medicine administration has the potential to improve users' overall well-being and quality of life.
4. Provides features such as a customized AI assistant, an app for greater customization and lost bottle monitoring, all of which improve customer convenience and usage.
None of the prior art indicate above either alone or in combination with one another disclose what the present invention has disclosed. This invention relates toVoice-Activated and App-Controlled Water Bottle for Instant Water/ Beverage Heating.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
This Smart Water Bottle is a groundbreaking new product that combines the ease of use of a standard water bottle with the sophisticated functionality of a smart gadget. It has a virtual AI assistant that can answer queries, provide reminders, schedule your day, keep you connected with the hydration of your near and dear ones, enhance your mood, and motivate you. It also has water heating and cooling, app-controlled temperature management, water level tracking, lost water bottle tracking, wireless charging, water purification, a drug/electrolyte delivery mechanism with fingerprint authentication to protect your privacy and avoid your water/beverage from getting tampered with, and an interactive LED display.
With the bottle’s sophisticated features, it may help individuals measure their water intake, stay motivated to drink water, and deliver medication at the appropriate moment. It can also help people stay hydrated in a variety of conditions, including working out, traveling, or when unwell. It can also enhance your mood using various methods, such as providing guided meditation and positive affirmations.
a) A smart virtual assistant module(1007) consists of a microcontroller (701), speaker (702), microphone(703), Bluetooth(704), and Wi-Fi(705)to control all the voice-activated commandsand other functions linked to the software. The AI assistant(1007)would help keep the user hydrated by giving timely reminders and providing motivation to drink water.
b) The heating and cooling system(1003)would comprise a heating element(31) with temperature sensors (301)and would be connected to the microcontroller (701). With this, the user will be able to heat the water from a distance with a few clicks and by using customized voice commands. A water level sensor (303) would be attached to the bottle to find the levels of water in the bottle by displaying indications on the LED display (402). Additionally, the microcontroller (701) would be programmed to send alerts to the user's smartphone ()when the water level is low or when the desired temperature has been reached. A water purification system (304)is installed, which is composed of UV sterilization (401)and purification status sensors (302)to help with water purification and ensure that the user is drinking clean and safe water. The UV sterilization (401) technologykills harmful bacteria and viruses, while the purification status sensors (302)monitor the quality of the water and alert the user when it's time to replace the filter. This integration of sensors and software notifications ensures convenience and ease of use for the user in managing their needs.
c) There is a disc-shaped medicine attachment (1006)consisting of medicine compartments (602) a lock (601) that gets attached to the bottle's neck (1010)and uses fingerprint authentication (1008)of the user to avoid misuse of the medications and to ensure that only the authorized user can access and dispense the medicine. Additionally, the attachment is equipped with a reminder system that alerts the user when it's time to take their medication, promoting adherence to the prescribed treatment.
d) The GPS/GNSS module (202) is attached to the bottom of the bottle (1002) and paired with the microcontroller (701) to assist the user in tracking it down if it becomes misplaced. This feature provides the user with a sense of safety and peace of mind simply by enabling them to easily locate their bottle using this technology. This module (202) also encourages location-based reminders, such as alerting the user to refill their bottle when they are near a water source and transmits location data and other statistics to the user's smartphone through the software.
e) The middle section of the bottle serves as an interactive LED display (402), with a display controller module (201) working in accordance with the microcontroller (701)to manage the content displayed and allow the user to easily view important information such as dosage instructions, expiration dates, and any warnings or precautions. This feature strengthens the overall user experience and lowers the odds of medication misuse. Furthermore, the interactive LED display (402) can be programmed to display personalized messages, daily motivation emojis, or messages; create an environment conducive to meditation by displaying peaceful images or reminders from healthcare providers; and promote medication adherence and overall health management.
f) The gesture interaction sensors (403) are mounted on the bottle's front face to capture the users’ gestures efficiently and swiftly. A gesture recognition algorithmis installed in the microcontroller (701) to help translate user gestures into commands. The commands would be customizable through the app. A wireless charging module (1001) is attached to the bottom to initiate the wireless charging process and store it in the battery (101).

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
FIGURE 1: 1000- FRONT VIEW OF THE WATER BOTTLE
FIGURE 2: 1001- A WIRELESS CHARGING MODULE
FIGURE 3: 1002- BOTTOM VIEW OF THE BOTTLE
FIGURE 4: 1003- HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM
FIGURE 5: 1004- UV STERLIZATION AND DISPLAY SYSTEM
FIGURE 6: 1005- INNER VIEW OF WATER BOTTLE
FIGURE 7: 1006- DISC-SHAPED MEDICINE ATTACHMENT
FIGURE 8: 1007- SMART VIRTUAL ASSISTANT MODULE
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms “a",” “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “includes” and/or “including,” when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", “third”, and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
This Smart Water Bottle is a groundbreaking new product that combines the ease of use of a standard water bottle with the sophisticated functionality of a smart gadget. It has a virtual AI assistant that can answer queries, provide reminders, schedule your day, keep you connected with the hydration of your near and dear ones, enhance your mood, and motivate you. It also has water heating and cooling, app-controlled temperature management, water level tracking, lost water bottle tracking, wireless charging, water purification, a drug/electrolyte delivery mechanism with fingerprint authentication to protect your privacy and avoid your water/beverage from getting tampered with, and an interactive LED display.
With the bottle’s sophisticated features, it may help individuals measure their water intake, stay motivated to drink water, and deliver medication at the appropriate moment. It can also help people stay hydrated in a variety of conditions, including working out, traveling, or when unwell. It can also enhance your mood using various methods, such as providing guided meditation and positive affirmations.
g) A smart virtual assistant module(1007) consists of a microcontroller (701), speaker (702), microphone(703), Bluetooth(704), and Wi-Fi(705)to control all the voice-activated commandsand other functions linked to the software. The AI assistant(1007)would help keep the user hydrated by giving timely reminders and providing motivation to drink water.
h) The heating and cooling system (1003)would comprise a heating element(31) with temperature sensors (301)and would be connected to the microcontroller (701). With this, the user will be able to heat the water from a distance with a few clicks and by using customized voice commands. A water level sensor (303) would be attached to the bottle to find the levels of water in the bottle by displaying indications on the LED display (402). Additionally, the microcontroller (701) would be programmed to send alerts to the user's smartphone ()when the water level is low or when the desired temperature has been reached. A water purification system (304)is installed, which is composed of UV sterilization (401)and purification status sensors (302)to help with water purification and ensure that the user is drinking clean and safe water. The UV sterilization (401) technologykills harmful bacteria and viruses, while the purification status sensors (302)monitor the quality of the water and alert the user when it's time to replace the filter. This integration of sensors and software notifications ensures convenience and ease of use for the user in managing their needs.
i) There is a disc-shaped medicine attachment (1006)consisting of medicine compartments (602) a lock (601) that gets attached to the bottle's neck (1010)and uses fingerprint authentication (1008)of the user to avoid misuse of the medications and to ensure that only the authorized user can access and dispense the medicine. Additionally, the attachment is equipped with a reminder system that alerts the user when it's time to take their medication, promoting adherence to the prescribed treatment.
j) The GPS/GNSS module (202) is attached to the bottom of the bottle (1002) and paired with the microcontroller (701) to assist the user in tracking it down if it becomes misplaced. This feature provides the user with a sense of safety and peace of mind simply by enabling them to easily locate their bottle using this technology. This module (202) also encourages location-based reminders, such as alerting the user to refill their bottle when they are near a water source and transmits location data and other statistics to the user's smartphone through the software.
k) The middle section of the bottle serves as an interactive LED display (402), with a display controller module (201) working in accordance with the microcontroller (701)to manage the content displayed and allow the user to easily view important information such as dosage instructions, expiration dates, and any warnings or precautions. This feature strengthens the overall user experience and lowers the odds of medication misuse. Furthermore, the interactive LED display (402) can be programmed to display personalized messages, daily motivation emojis, or messages; create an environment conducive to meditation by displaying peaceful images or reminders from healthcare providers; and promote medication adherence and overall health management.
l) The gesture interaction sensors (403) are mounted on the bottle's front face to capture the users’ gestures efficiently and swiftly. A gesture recognition algorithmis installed in the microcontroller (701) to help translate user gestures into commands. The commands would be customizable through the app. A wireless charging module (1001) is attached to the bottom to initiate the wireless charging process and store it in the battery (101).
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
The purposed innovation provides a more comprehensive and adaptable solution that matches with larger user demands and environmental concerns, thus making it more appealing to a broader audience. And talks about Plastic pollution which is addressed by encouraging the use of reusable bottles, which contributes to environmental awareness.
, Claims:1. A voice-activated and app-controlled water bottle for instant water/ beverage heating comprises a smart virtual assistant module (1007) consists of a microcontroller (701), speaker (702), microphone (703), Bluetooth (704), and Wi-Fi (705)to control all the voice-activated commands and other functions linked to the software; wherein the AI assistant(1007) helps keep the user hydrated by giving timely reminders and providing motivation to drink water.
2. The bottle as claimed in claim 1, wherein the heating and cooling system (1003) comprise a heating element(31) with temperature sensors (301)and connected to the microcontroller (701); and with this, the user is able to heat the water from a distance with a few clicks and by using customized voice commands; and a water level sensor (303) would be attached to the bottle to find the levels of water in the bottle by displaying indications on the LED display (402).
3. The bottle as claimed in claim 1, wherein the microcontroller (701) is programmed to send alerts to the user's smartphone when the water level is low or when the desired temperature has been reached; and a water purification system (304) is installed, which is composed of UV sterilization (401)and purification status sensors (302)to help with water purification and ensure that the user is drinking clean and safe water; and the UV sterilization (401) technology kills harmful bacteria and viruses, while the purification status sensors (302) monitor the quality of the water and alert the user when it's time to replace the filter; and this integration of sensors and software notifications ensures convenience and ease of use for the user in managing their needs.
4. The bottle as claimed in claim 1, wherein there is a disc-shaped medicine attachment (1006)consisting of medicine compartments (602) a lock (601) that gets attached to the bottle's neck (1010)and uses fingerprint authentication (1008)of the user to avoid misuse of the medications and to ensure that only the authorized user can access and dispense the medicine; and Additionally, the attachment is equipped with a reminder system that alerts the user when it's time to take their medication, promoting adherence to the prescribed treatment.
5. The bottle as claimed in claim 1, wherein the GPS/GNSS module (202) is attached to the bottom of the bottle (1002) and paired with the microcontroller (701) to assist the user in tracking it down if it becomes misplaced; and this feature provides the user with a sense of safety and peace of mind simply by enabling them to easily locate their bottle using this technology; and this module (202) also encourages location-based reminders, such as alerting the user to refill their bottle when they are near a water source and transmits location data and other statistics to the user's smartphone through the software.
6. The bottle as claimed in claim 1, wherein The middle section of the bottle serves as an interactive LED display (402), with a display controller module (201) working in accordance with the microcontroller (701)to manage the content displayed and allow the user to easily view important information such as dosage instructions, expiration dates, and any warnings or precautions; and the interactive LED display (402) is programmed to display personalized messages, daily motivation emojis, or messages; create an environment conducive to meditation by displaying peaceful images or reminders from healthcare providers; and promote medication adherence and overall health management.
7. The bottle as claimed in claim 1, wherein the gesture interaction sensors (403) are mounted on the bottle's front face to capture the users’ gestures efficiently and swiftly; and a gesture recognition algorithm is installed in the microcontroller (701) to help translate user gestures into commands; and the commands are customizable through the app; and a wireless charging module (1001) is attached to the bottom to initiate the wireless charging process and store it in the battery (101).

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Application Documents

# Name Date
1 202411048356-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
2 202411048356-REQUEST FOR EARLY PUBLICATION(FORM-9) [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
3 202411048356-POWER OF AUTHORITY [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
4 202411048356-FORM-9 [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
5 202411048356-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
6 202411048356-FORM 1 [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
7 202411048356-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
8 202411048356-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
9 202411048356-EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION(S) [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
10 202411048356-DRAWINGS [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
11 202411048356-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
12 202411048356-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [24-06-2024(online)].pdf 2024-06-24
13 202411048356-FORM 18 [28-01-2025(online)].pdf 2025-01-28