Software-implemented process for preventing reuse of a replaceable cleansing attachment

Abstract

A software-implemented process for preventing reuse of a replaceable cleansing attachment includes detecting, via a chip in the replaceable cleansing attachment, that the replaceable cleansing attachment is attached to a base. The method also includes during a first use, receiving, at an acoustic transducer, high-frequency current from the base, wherein the acoustic transducer converts the high-frequency current into sound waves to assist in an abrasive removal of wound coatings. And the method includes recording, to the chip, an indication of the first use of the replaceable cleansing attachment, wherein the chip is configured to prevent a second use of the replaceable cleansing attachment when the chip has the indication of first use of the replaceable cleansing attachment stored thereon.

1 . A software-implemented process for preventing reuse of a replaceable cleansing attachment, the method comprising:
 detecting, via a chip in the replaceable cleansing attachment, that the replaceable cleansing attachment is attached to a base;   during a first use, receiving, at an acoustic transducer, high-frequency current from the base, wherein the acoustic transducer converts the high-frequency current into sound waves to assist in an abrasive removal of wound coatings;   recording, to the chip, an indication of the first use of the replaceable cleansing attachment, wherein the chip is configured to prevent a second use of the replaceable cleansing attachment when the chip has the indication of first use of the replaceable cleansing attachment stored thereon.   
     
     
         2 . The software-implemented process of  claim 1 , wherein receiving the high-frequency current comprises:
 receiving, from an ultrasound generator in the base, the high-frequency current.   
     
     
         3 . The software-implemented process of  claim 1 , wherein the high-frequency current has a frequency of 20 kHz to 2 MHz. 
     
     
         4 . The software-implemented process of  claim 1 , further comprising:
 providing, to a control board of the base, an identification of the replaceable cleansing attachment.   
     
     
         5 . The software-implemented process of  claim 4 , wherein:
 the identification of the replaceable cleansing attachment includes an indication of at least one of a nature of bristles included in the replaceable cleansing attachment, a function of the replaceable cleansing attachment, and technical parameters of function.   
     
     
         6 . The software-implemented process of  claim 5 , wherein the technical parameters include an amplitude of ultrasound generation, a frequency of a vibration motor, and a use of a UV diode. 
     
     
         7 . The software-implemented process of  claim 5 , wherein providing the identification of the replaceable cleansing attachment to the base causes the base to control the replaceable cleansing attachment in accordance with the provided identification. 
     
     
         8 . The software-implemented process of  claim 1 , where in the acoustic transducer is encircled by a bristle ring to suppress the transmission of aerosols. 
     
     
         9 . The software-implemented process of  claim 1 , wherein the sound waves are transmitted into the wound coating via a transmission medium. 
     
     
         10 . The software-implemented process of  claim 9 , wherein the transmission medium is a water-based medium or a gel. 
     
     
         11 . The software-implemented process of  claim 9 , wherein the transmission medium includes a solvent or a disinfectant to kill germs. 
     
     
         12 . A replaceable cleansing attachment comprising:
 an acoustic transducer coupled to a base via connector and, during a first use, is configured to (i) receive from the base, a high-frequency current, and (ii) convert the high-frequency current into sound waves to assist in an abrasive removal of wound coatings;   a chip configured to:
 detect that the replaceable cleansing attachment is attached to the 
   base;
 record an indication of the first use of the replaceable cleansing 
   attachment; and
 prevent a second use of the replaceable cleansing attachment when 
   the chip has the indication of first use of the replaceable cleansing attachment   stored thereon.   
     
     
         13 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 12 , wherein the connector is connected to an ultrasound generator in the base. 
     
     
         14 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 12 , wherein the high-frequency current has a frequency of 20 kHz to 2 MHz. 
     
     
         15 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 12 , wherein the chip is further configured to:
 provide, to a control board of the base, an identification of the replaceable cleansing attachment.   
     
     
         16 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 15 , wherein:
 the identification of the replaceable cleansing attachment includes an indication of at least one of a nature of bristles included in the replaceable cleansing attachment, a function of the replaceable cleansing attachment, and technical parameters of function.   
     
     
         17 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 16 , wherein the technical parameters include an amplitude of ultrasound generation, a frequency of a vibration motor, and a use of a UV diode. 
     
     
         18 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 15 , wherein the replaceable cleansing attachment is controlled by the base in accordance with the provided identification. 
     
     
         19 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 12 , further comprising;
 a bristle ring encircling the acoustic transducer to suppress the transmission of aerosols.   
     
     
         20 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 12 , further comprising:
 UV diodes disposed in a front area and coupled to the base via an electrical conductor.   
     
     
         21 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 12 , wherein the sound waves are transmitted into the wound coating via a transmission medium. 
     
     
         22 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 21 , wherein the transmission medium is a water-based medium or a gel. 
     
     
         23 . The replaceable cleansing attachment of  claim 21 , wherein the transmission medium includes a solvent or a disinfectant to kill germs.