Cleaning apparatus and a method for cleaning of hand of a user

Abstract

A method for a cleaning apparatus represents groundbreaking advancement in hand hygiene technology. Users can personalize cleaning routine by selecting from modes such as thorough, regular, or quick wash, with facial ID recognition or voice recognition ensuring a tailored experience based on individual preferences. The apparatus employs movable nozzles and predefined spraying patterns for systematic and consistent hand cleaning. Advanced feedback mechanisms, including audio, visual, and haptic signals, keep users informed throughout the process. Cleaning apparatus beyond conventional hand-cleaning methods by integrating soap and lotion dispensing units, a drying element, UV sterilization, and self-cleaning capabilities. These features collectively elevate hygiene standards, providing users with a comprehensive solution for maintaining optimal hand cleanliness. Health monitoring is seamlessly integrated, with image sensors detecting unusual patterns such as blood stains or tumors, triggering timely alerts for users to seek professional advice. A comprehensive self-cleaning mode is activated when the user is away.

1 . A cleaning apparatus, comprising:
 a processor; and   a computer-readable medium communicatively coupled to the processor, wherein the computer-readable medium stores processor-executable instructions, which when executed by the processor, cause the processor to perform operations to execute a washing cycle, wherein the operations comprise:
 receiving an input from a user for cleaning of a hand, wherein the input is indicative of at least one of user cleaning preferences including an operational mode selected from at least one of the operational modes of the cleaning apparatus; 
 spraying a liquid, using a nozzle, in a pre-defined pattern on the hand of the user, wherein a number of times the pre-defined pattern being repeated is based on the selected operational mode associated with the input; and 
 providing feedback to the user after the washing cycle is complete. 
   
     
     
         2 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 1 , further comprising at least one sensor configured to detect a presence of the user near the cleaning apparatus, and a speaker configured to provide an audio-visual alert to the user. 
     
     
         3 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein when the user is away from the cleaning apparatus, the cleaning apparatus operates in a self-cleaning mode for a pre-determined time interval, wherein the cleaning apparatus is configured to spray the liquid from the nozzle based on being positioned to remove dirt from the cleaning apparatus. 
     
     
         4 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 3 , wherein the pre-determined time interval is determined based on an amount of dirt present in the cleaning apparatus as determined by using at least one image sensor. 
     
     
         5 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 1 , further comprising a rolling cover that is driven by a micro motor, the rolling cover being configured to close a top portion of the cleaning apparatus to make the cleaning apparatus into a sealed container, wherein the rolling cover is deployed during a cleaning cycle. 
     
     
         6 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein a plurality of configuration operations are associated with the cleaning apparatus, wherein the plurality of configuration operations comprises:
 providing a biometric identity (id) for registration with the cleaning apparatus; and   providing a plurality of preferences associated with at least one of a temperature of water, a need for soap, a need for lotion, a duration of time for handwashing, a preferred time instant for self-cleaning of the cleaning apparatus, a frequency of cleaning the cleaning apparatus, alerts, a language, a number of users, a duration of time for UV lighting during handwashing, filters for screening, and an intensity of water.   
     
     
         7 . A method for cleaning a hand of a user, the method comprising:
 receiving an input from a user for cleaning of a hand during a washing cycle, wherein the input is indicative of user cleaning preferences including an operational mode selected from one or one operational modes of the cleaning apparatus;   identifying the user using the cleaning apparatus, wherein the identification is made by using at least one sensor selected form the set of sensors consisting of: image sensors and proximity sensors;   spraying at least one liquid selected from a set of liquids consisting of water, soap, and lotion, using a nozzle, the at least one liquid being sprayed in a pre-defined pattern on the hand of the user, wherein a number of times the pre-defined pattern being repeated is based on the selected operational mode associated with input; and,   providing feedback to the user after the washing cycle is complete.   
     
     
         8 . A method for self-cleaning of a cleaning apparatus, the method-comprising:
 detecting, using an imaging sensor, dirt in a sink to initiate a cleaning cycle at scheduled intervals;   preventing water from escaping the sink during the cleaning cycle based on a motorized lid of the cleaning apparatus, the motorized lid moving into a position to seal the sink, wherein the motorized lid creates a tight seal over the sink to contain water and cleaning agents within the sink;   utilizing a combination of soap, high pressure water jets, and a mixture of hot and cold water from at least one movable nozzle to effectively clean the sink, wherein the at least one movable nozzle is configured to move based on the dirt detected in the sink;   directing the water jets from the at least one movable nozzle to target specific areas with accumulated dirt, wherein the imaging sensor identifies the specific areas with the accumulated dirt in the sink that require cleaning;   continually executing the cleaning cycle until the sink is cleaned with the water jets and the cleaning agents working together to remove the accumulated dirt from all surfaces in the identified areas; and   receiving a completion notification once the cleaning cycle is complete, indicating that the sink is now clean and ready for further use.   
     
     
         9 . The method of  claim 8 , wherein the cleaning cycle is initiated when a user is away from the cleaning apparatus. 
     
     
         10 . The method of  claim 8 , wherein the sink is coupled with the motorized lid. 
     
     
         11 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the predefined pattern includes at least one of a circular pattern and an X-shaped pattern, wherein a pattern sequence in the predefined pattern is based on the selected operational mode. 
     
     
         12 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the nozzle is configured to move in accordance with a position of the hand. 
     
     
         13 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 12 , wherein the nozzle is further configured to move during at least one of a drying cycle and the washing cycle, wherein the cleaning apparatus is configured to dispense a lotion from the nozzle during the drying cycle. 
     
     
         14 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 1 , further comprising a sensor configured to detect an unusual pattern on the hand, wherein the unusual pattern includes at least one of blood stains, tumours, vein patterns, mucus, or melanoma. 
     
     
         15 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 14 , further comprising a processor configured to generate an alert based on the unusual pattern being detected. 
     
     
         16 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 15 , wherein the processor operates in communication with a remote device via a communication unit, the remote device including a contact list, wherein the communication unit is configured to send the alert to at least one of the remote device or the contact list. 
     
     
         17 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 15 , wherein the alert includes at least one of an SMS, a push notification, or an email. 
     
     
         18 . The cleaning apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the nozzle is configured to move based on dirt present on the cleaning apparatus, wherein a position of the dirt on the cleaning apparatus is detected by a sensor operating in communication with the cleaning apparatus. 
     
     
         19 . The method of  claim 7 , wherein the predefined pattern includes at least one of a circular pattern and an X-shaped pattern, wherein a pattern sequence in the predefined pattern is implemented based on the selected operational mode. 
     
     
         20 . The method of  claim 7 , wherein the nozzle is configured to move based on dirt present on the cleaning apparatus, wherein a position of the dirt on the cleaning apparatus is detected by a sensor operating in communication with the cleaning apparatus.