MUMBAI, India, July 7 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641079703 A) filed by Sona College Of Technology on June 29, 2026, for Smart Iot-Based Automatic Pill Reminder And Rotary Medication Dispensing.
Inventors include Ilanchezhian P; Shanmugaraja P; Vasanthi S; Thangaraj K; Aldo Stalin J; Keertanaa D; Lathifa M; Kanishka S; and Kavi Priya J.
The application for the patent was published on July 03, 2026, under issue no. 27/2026.
Abstract: ABSTRACT Medication non-adherence is a significant challenge, particularly among elderly individuals and patients requiring long- term treatment, often leading to adverse health outcomes and reduced treatment effectiveness. The present invention proposes an IoT- based automatic pill reminder and rotary medication dispensing system designed to improve medication compliance through automated scheduling and controlled dispensing. The system integrates a microcontroller unit, a real-time clock (RTC) module, a motor-driven rotary pill container, an alert mechanism, and a power management module to ensure accurate and reliable operation. The rotary pill container is divided into three equal 120° compartments, each containing seven pill cavities to support a weekly medication schedule. The real-time clock continuously provides accurate time data to the microcontroller, which compares it with pre- programmed medication schedules. Upon detecting a scheduled time match, the system activates a stepper motor via a motor driver to rotate the container by 120°, aligning the appropriate compartment with the dispensing position. Simultaneously, an audible alert is triggered to notify the user, and a push-button acknowledgment mechanism ensures controlled user interaction.The system is powered by a rechargeable lithium battery supported by a charging module and voltage regulation circuitry, enabling portability and uninterrupted operation. The modular architecture allows scalability, integration with wireless communication modules, and adaptation to varying medication regimens.The proposed system offers a cost-effective, compact, and user-friendly solution for automated medication management, reducing missed doses and enhancing treatment adherence in home healthcare and smart health monitoring applications.
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