ALGI BLEND

Abstract

The Invention is an algi blend device comprising: an alginate bowl, a housing, a motor, a speed regulator arranged at the housing and an adapter arranged at the housing. The alginate bowl is connected to the motor by a shaft and the motor is arranged inside the housing. The algi blend is used for making proper mixing of the alginate material to make impression for Orthodontic treatment.

Specification

Description:The present invention relates to an Algi blend device used for mixing alginate with the help of a motor and by using electricity.
BACKGROUND
[001] Recent studies showed that performing automatic alginate mixing showed various effects on alginate materials - commercially named Identic (Cadco), Kromopan (Lascod), and Jeltrate (Dentsply/Caulk). While an increase in the tear energy was observed in the Identic alginate, it was not observed in the other alginate materials. The three alginates showed higher elastic recovery and compressive strength for automatic mixing when compared to manual mixing.
[002] Irreversible hydrocolloid materials are commonly used for both diagnostic and definitive impression procedures. Impression yields a detailed recording of the mouth plaster model. To obtain a mouth plaster model, impression material is used for a negative imprint of tissues in mouth. Without an impression model, it is impossible to make prosthesis. Due to their low cost and ease of use, alginate impression materials have been widely used for the past sixty years in dentistry. Alginate mixing can be done in three different ways: manual, semi-automatic, and full automatic. Mixing by a machine decreases air entrapment and viscosity and thereby results in a better alginate paste.
[003] While alginate impression materials indicate high mechanical properties to ensure their stability during dental treatments, alginate impression materials are required to have enough viscosity to make a way into all oral structures. There are various mechanical tests applied to impression materials and their mechanical properties, such as ANSI/ADA specification no. 18-1992 and ISO 37:2005 specifications. Based on these specifications, the mechanical properties, such as elastic recovery, strain under compression, tensile strength, compression strength, and tear energy, are considered.
[004] The manual mixing of alginate cause uneven mixing of the powder and this uneven particles affects the perfection of impression which is important thing in the impression and the because of this uneven mixing the setting time of material is also fast which cause the impression set before placing in patient mouth. So, this alginate mixer will ease the mixing with proper mixing of the material without creating any mess to the impression.
[005] One such prior art US5709467A details about a technique and equipment for mixing and dispensing alginate are revealed. The innovation involves a pouch with a sealable opening that allows water and alginate to be added. There is a sealable spout on the pouch as well. One aperture could serve the purpose of these two openings. A dentist uses his hands to manipulate the bag containing the water and alginate in order to combine the two substances. The bag can be drained by opening the spout once the ingredients have been well combined. The pouch can be thrown away after it is empty.
[006] Further, another prior art JPH0751043Y2 discloses for kneading the dental kneading material, there is a kneading surface that is made to suit the inside surface of the rubber bowl container. The surface is shaped so that it essentially forms a portion of the spheroid's tip and side. An axis intersects the principal axis of the handle at a nearly 120-degree angle with the kneading surface inside, and the handle's head has an outer peripheral edge of the kneading surface projecting at an acute angle. Additionally, there is a spherical tail section on the side opposite the handle portion's head.
[007] Another prior art US11896939B2 discloses a mixer is a part of a system or equipment that has a three-dimensional lattice with several winding, connected passageways. At least two distinct components that combine to generate a combined fluid stream are communicated with by the mixer. The sources or streams may be on the upstream side of the mixer with an outlet placed downstream of the mixer, or they may be on the opposite sides of the mixer at least initially. Providing a mixer with a 3D lattice that defines multiple tortuous, connecting passages through it and choosing a material for the mixer based on its physical properties-such as a chosen one or more of the mean flow pore size, thickness, and porosity volume-may be a related technique.
[008] At present, one prior art "MajorMix 300 Alginate Mixer", by Major Dental discloses, the MajorMix 300 Alginate Mixer enables any dental clinic to consistently produce flawless impressions by standardizing the alginate mixing process. MajorMix 300 will consistently create a uniform, lump-free mixture devoid of air bubbles. The newest and most sophisticated equipment available is the MajorMix 300, which offers bubble-free sensations through smooth mixing. The ideal blend improves flexibility and tear resistance, leading to more precise casts and impressions. More time is gained and less alginate is spent. Because it lacks prominent buttons, the flat digital control panel was created especially to be more secure and easier to clean.
[009] Another prior art "NMD Nexus Medodant Dental Automatic Alginate Mixer", by MyDentalStocks discloses NMD Electric Alginate Mixer Die Stone Impression Material Mixing Machine. It recommends a suitable engineering department among seven engineering departments for each student based on his academic performance. The data of each department (i.e. educational program) is fed to the recommendation system. Then, the relevant set of features for each department is selected and a machine learning algorithm with the best performance is selected for the recommendation process of each department. The obtained results showed that the proposed model recommends the best machine learning algorithm (i.e. model) for each faculty department, find the relevant data that are important in the recommendation process and recommend the student with the suitable engineering department(s) with high accuracy.
[0010] Another prior art "MX-300", by Zhermack discloses the MX-300 is an automatic alginate mixer that produces consistent, repeatable results, helps standardize the mixing process, and greatly increases mix quality when compared to manual approaches. Mixing is simple, quick, and reliable, which increases dental surgery efficiency. To determine the ideal mixing durations for each alginate and to ensure product technical qualities, the MX-300 has been tested using the Zhermack line of alginates.
[0011] There is thus a need for a device to automate the alginate mixing using motor and electricity.
SUMMARY
[0012] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention provide an algi blend device which is an alginate mixer. The algi blend provide even mixing of the material without creating any mess to the impression. The device comprises a 775 Dc motor of 12v with the r.p.m. of 4500 to 9000, a bowl, a speed regulator, an adapter.
[0013] Embodiments of the present invention may provide a number of advantages depending on its particular configuration. Embodiments of the present application provide a system and a method discloses advantages over manual mixing of Alginate. It is easy to mix and takes less time for mixing than manual mixing. Patient comfort by avoiding the flow of material to the mouth. Perfect mixing without any granules and perfect impression. Consumes less electricity with a range of 12v and it is very cheap for the fabrication.
[0014] These and other advantages will be apparent from the present application of the embodiments described herein.
[0015] The preceding is a simplified summary to provide an understanding of some embodiments of the present invention. This summary is neither an extensive nor exhaustive overview of the present invention and its various embodiments. The summary presents selected concepts of the embodiments of the present invention in a simplified form as an introduction to the more detailed description presented below. As will be appreciated, other embodiments of the present invention are possible utilizing, alone or in combination, one or more of the features set forth above or described in detail below.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0016] The above and still further features and advantages of embodiments of the present invention will become apparent upon consideration of the following detailed description of embodiments thereof, especially when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, and wherein:
[0017] FIG. 1 illustrates components connection of an algi blend device, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0018] FIG. 2 illustrates a diagram depicting setup of algi blend, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0019] FIG. 3 illustrates a diagram depicting a motor with cooling fan for connection with alginate mixing device, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0020] The headings used herein are for organizational purposes only and are not meant to be used to limit the scope of the description or the claims. As used throughout this application, the word "may" is used in a permissive sense (i.e., meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense (i.e., meaning must). Similarly, the words "include", "including", and "includes" mean including but not limited to. To facilitate understanding, like reference numerals have been used, where possible, to designate like elements common to the figures. Optional portions of the figures may be illustrated using dashed or dotted lines, unless the context of usage indicates otherwise.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0021] 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.
[0022] 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.
[0023] 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.
[0024] FIG. 1 illustrates components connection of an algi blend device 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. The algi blend device (100) comprises an alginate bowl (102); a housing (104); a motor (106); a speed regulator (108) arranged at the housing (104); and an adapter (110) arranged at the housing (104). The algi blend device (100) further comprising a power supply unit (120) providing an operational power to the motor (106) of the algi blend device (100).
[0025] FIG. 2 illustrates a diagram depicting setup of algi blend, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0026] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the algi blend device 100 comprise an alginate bowl 102 made of flexible quality rubber material. According to embodiments of the present invention, the alginate bowl 102 may be made of any flexible material such as, but not limited to a rubber, a plastic, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the material, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0027] Referring to FIG. 2, an alginate bowl 102 having a round shape is illustrated. The alginate bowl 102 is placed on the housing 104. One of ordinary skill in the art will readily appreciate that the alginate bowl 102 may take any desirable form, shape and/or configuration.
[0028] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the bowl (102) is removably attached on the motor shaft.
[0029] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the housing (104) made up of plastic or other suitable material. The housing (104) protects the motor and the circuitry part of the algi blend 100. According to embodiments of the present invention, the housing (104) may be made of any stiff material such as, but not limited to a plastic, PVC, toughened material and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the material, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0030] In an embodiment of the present invention, the housing (104) may be a box of any shape such as but not limited to a rectangle, circular, cylindrical, square, cube and so forth.
[0031] In an embodiment of the present invention, the power supply unit 120 is connected to the adapter (110) and may supply an operational power to the motor (106) of the algi blend device (100). According to embodiments of the present invention, the power supply unit 120 may be of any type such as, but not limited to a battery supply, a wall outlet supply, a Direct Current (DC) supply, an Alternating Current (AC) supply, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the power supply unit 120, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0032] In an alternate embodiment of the present invention, the power supply unit 120 and the adapter (110) is a single unit.
[0033] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the regulator 108 is connected to the adaptor 110 and the motor 106. The regulator 108 is configured to control the rotation speed of the motor shaft connected to the bowl 102. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the knob of the regulator 108 is adjusted to control the rotation speed of the motor shaft such that the alginate material in the bowl 102 is properly mixed to make a better impression mixture.
[0034] In an embodiment of the present invention, the regulator 108 comprise a control circuitry to regulate the supplied power. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the regulator 108 may be configured to store the programming instructions for controlling the operations of the algi blend 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. According to embodiments of the present invention, the control circuitry of the regulator 108 may be, but not limited to, a Programmable Logic Control unit (PLC), a microcontroller, a microprocessor, a computing device, a development board, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the control circuitry including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0035] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the motor 106 may comprise a cooling fan.
[0036] FIG. 3 illustrates a diagram depicting DC motor and its parts, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0037] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the algi blend 100 may comprise a 775 DC motor of 12V with the RPM of 4500 to 9000, a bowl, a speed regulator, an adapter.
[0038] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the algi blend 100 may comprise a DC motor (106). DC motor is a device that transforms direct current electrical energy into mechanical energy. Direct current is the electrical energy input that a DC motor uses to generate mechanical revolution.
[0039] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the algi blend 100 may comprise a DC motor. The DC motor is an electrical device that transforms electrical energy from direct current into mechanical energy. Its foundation is electromagnetic induction, which is the force that rotates a conductor carrying current-typically a coil of wire-when it is placed in a magnetic field. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, mechanical work is done with this rotation.
[0040] In an embodiment of the present invention, there are many applications for Robotics, electric cars, some industrial machines, and household appliances can all employ DC motors. Wherever speed control is necessary, a DC motor can be employed. For this reason, DC motors are frequently found in elevators, trolleys, and electric train manufacturing systems.
[0041] In an embodiment of the present invention, DC Motor comprises Field System or Stator, Armature, Commutator, and Brushes.
[0042] In an embodiment of the present invention, DC Motor comprises Field Coil or Stator, is the stationary or non-moving component of the DC motor that generates a magnetic field when coiled. The stator is made up of several components, including the end plates, field winding, pole shoe, pole core, yoke, and body.
[0043] In an embodiment of the present invention, Field Coil or Stator comprises Yoke. A DC machine's structure functions to establish a magnetic circuit between its poles.
[0044] In an embodiment of the present invention, Field Coil or Stator comprises Pole Core. Pole cores are typically made of magnetic materials, such as laminated iron. For the magnetic flux produced by the field winding, it acts as a conduit.
[0045] In an embodiment of the present invention, Field Coil or Stator comprises Pole Body. The pole core and pole body cooperate. A magnetic flux is created in the pole core as well as surrounding it when an electric current flows through the field winding. The pole body is made up of the poles and their bearings.
[0046] In an embodiment of the present invention, Field Coil or Stator comprises Shoe. One of an electric motor's brushes is referred to as a shoe. DC motors are usually sodded and feature brushes to touch the revolving armature.
[0047] In an embodiment of the present invention, Field Coil or Stator comprises Field Winding. Next to the stator on the pole core is the field winding. Insulated copper wire is used for field winding. The pole core is encircled by an insulated copper coil. Magnetic flux is produced if direct current is used to excite this coil on the pole core.
[0048] In an embodiment of the present invention, Field Coil or Stator comprises End Plates. The entire motor is enclosed by end plates. They offer a housing for the armature, commutator, brushes, and occasionally field windings, among other internal components.
[0049] In an embodiment of the present invention, DC Motor comprises Commutator. DC appliances like DC motors and generators need commutators. It generates constant torque by regularly reversing the current flowing between the armature and the circuit.
[0050] In an embodiment of the present invention, DC Motor comprises Brushes. Brushes, also known as carbon Graphite is used to make brushes. Brushes in DC motors provide current to the armature winding.
[0051] In an embodiment of the present invention, DC Motor comprises Armature. The motor's revolving armature is what produces mechanical energy. The core of the armature has windings. Each of the 0.3 to 0.5 mm thick, high magnetic strength silicon steel lamination sheets that make up the armature core has a thin coating of varnish over it.
[0052] In an embodiment of the present invention, the method comprises DC Motor Working. Fleming's left-hand rule can be used to determine the mechanical force acting on a current-carrying conductor when it is placed in a magnetic field. The conductor moves in the force's direction as a result of this force. In the main magnetic field, a current-free conductor that is not connected to the supply is positioned, and the magnetic field is not passing through the conductor. Assume that the N and S poles are separated by an air gap.
[0053] In an embodiment of the present invention, the method comprises DC Motor Working. Although the N and S poles' magnetic effects are no longer present, current is still flowing through the conductor. The conductor will continue to produce its own magnetic field in this scenario. According to the cork screw rule, the conductor's magnetic field lines of force will be clockwise.
[0054] In an embodiment of the present invention, the method comprises DC Motor Working. Both the primary magnetic field and current are present in the conductor. The magnetic field created by the conductor's current acts in opposition to the main field below the conductor but in tandem with the main field above it. As a result, flux density decreases in the area below the conductor while flux builds up in the area above it.
[0055] It is evident from this that the force pushing on the conductor causes it to move downward. If the conductor's current direction is altered, the flux will build up downward and attempt to push the conductor upward.
[0056] In an embodiment of the present invention, DC Motors can be classified into various categories based on the application and winding connections. Based on the winding of armature DC Motor is of two types Self Excited DC Motors and Separately Excited DC Motors.
[0057] In an embodiment of the present invention, the results disclose validated in the patient by taking impression who is under Orthodontic treatment as shown in Table 1.
[0058] Table 1: Testing Data for Algi Blend
S. No. Name of the Patient Time for Mixing
1 AL 1 min 4 sec
2 MN 1 min 6 sec
3 GS 1 min
4 AA 1 min 4 sec
5 SN 1 min
6 NS 1 min 6 sec
7 DS 1 min 10 sec
8 AJ 1 min 5 sec
9 MK 1 min 20 sec
10 SY 1 min 10 sec

Advantages over manual mixing of Alginate
[0059] Easy to mix. Takes less time for mixing than manual mixing. Patient comfort by avoiding the flow of material to the mouth. Perfect mixing without any granules. Perfect Impression. Consumes less electricity with a range of 12v. It is very cheap for the fabrication.
[0060] Embodiments of the invention are described above with reference to block diagrams and schematic illustrations of methods and systems according to embodiments of the invention. It will be understood that each block of the diagrams and combinations of blocks in the diagrams can be implemented by computer program instructions. These computer program instructions may be loaded onto one or more general-purpose computers, special purpose computers, or other programmable data processing apparatus to produce machines, such that the instructions which execute on the computers or other programmable data processing apparatus create means for implementing the functions specified in the block or blocks. Such computer program instructions may also be stored in a computer-readable memory that can direct a computer or other programmable data processing apparatus to function in a particular manner, such that the instructions stored in the computer-readable memory produce an article of manufacture including instruction means that implement the function specified in the block or blocks.
[0061] While the invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and various embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.
[0062] This written description uses examples to disclose the invention, including the best mode, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the invention, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the invention is defined in the claims, and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements within substantial differences from the literal languages of the claims.
, Claims:1. An algi blend device (100), comprising:
an alginate bowl (102);
a housing (104);
a motor (106);
a speed regulator (108) arranged at the housing (104); and
an adapter (110) arranged at the housing (104);
wherein, the alginate bowl (102) is connected to the motor (106) by a shaft; and
wherein, the motor (106) is arranged inside the housing (104).
2. The algi blend (100) as claimed in claim 1, further comprising a power supply unit (120) providing an operational power to the motor (106) of the algi blend device (100).
3. The algi blend (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the bowl (102) is removably attached on the motor shaft.
4. The algi blend (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the motor (106) is a 775 D.C. motor of 12V with the r.p.m. of 4500 to 9000.
5. The algi blend (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the algi blend (100) is used for making proper mixing of the alginate material to make impression for Orthodontic treatment.
6. The algi blend (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the motor (106) comprise a cooling fan.

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