WO2023002510A1

WO2023002510A1 - An unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person

Info

Publication number: WO2023002510A1
Application number: PCT/IN2022/050661
Authority: WO
Inventors: Shobana Uthayashankar
Original assignee: Medaara Health Care Technologies Private Limited
Priority date: 2021-07-23
Filing date: 2022-07-23
Publication date: 2023-01-26

Abstract

An unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person is disclosed. The unmanned apparatus broadly comprises: an at least a control member; a height measuring member (01); a weight measuring member (18); an array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26); a secondary output member (03); a primary output member (04); a currency accepter-cum-dispenser (05); an authenticating member (07); a card reading member (09); a printing member (10); oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19); an array of audio input members (13, 22); an array of audio output members (16, 23); a blood pressure measuring member (20); a digital electrocardiogram recording member (14); a digital internal sound recording member (15); and a sterilization mechanism (06). The disclosed apparatus offers at least the following advantages: reduces the cost of initial health screening; facilitates the assessing of greater number of patients; provides for quick consultation and easy access to healthcare; reduces human errors; and is user-friendly.

Description

TITLE OF THE INVENTION: AN UNMANNED APPARATUS FOR MEASURING THE WELLNESS PARAMETERS OF A PERSON

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present disclosure is generally related to the measuring of wellness parameters of a person. Particularly, the present disclosure is related to an apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person. More particularly, the present disclosure is related to an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

As the popular adage goes “Health is Wealth”. Doctors, medical practitioners, and qualified or trained support staff form the backbone of a healthy society. However, not all sections of global societies have equal access to high quality medical services. It is generally accepted that access to high quality medical services is more in developed economies than in developing economies.

Within developing economies, access to high quality medical services is more in urban areas than in rural areas. For example, many people living in rural areas, which sustain 70% of the Indian population, have to travel more than 100 km for availing medical services.

As per a survey report from the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh in 2007, out of 24,807 qualified doctors and 94,026 qualified paramedical staff mapped in the survey in the state, 18,757 (75.6%) and 67,793 (72.1%) were reported to be working in the private sector in urban areas.

Further, public health facilities in countries like India suffer from heavy lack of funding and unavailability of staff. A study of 143 public facilities found absenteeism of 45% doctors from Primary Health Centres. Further, the Primary Health Centres were found to be closed during working hours on 56% of the occasions.

As a result, people travelling a long distance to visit the Primary Health Centres during working hours could not see a medical practitioner. Such circumstances encourage patients to look for alternatives, including consulting with unregistered medical practitioners.

Once a person gets a chance to consult with a medical practitioner, one of the first things that are done is the measuring of the wellness parameters of the person. The wellness parameters include: electrocardiogram measurements; height; weight; Sp02; and/or blood pressure.

The wellness parameters are typically manually measured. However, the manual measuring of such wellness parameters suffers from various drawbacks, including being time-consuming and prone to operational errors. Further, trained or qualified manpower is required for manually measuring the wellness parameters.

There is, therefore, a need in the art for an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, which overcomes the aforementioned drawbacks and shortcomings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person is disclosed. The unmanned apparatus broadly comprises: an at least a control member; a height measuring member; a weight measuring member; an array of image capturing members; a secondary output member; a primary output member; a currency accepter-cum- dispenser; an authenticating member; a card reading member; a printing member; oxygen saturation measuring members; an array of audio input members; an array of audio output members; a blood pressure measuring member; a digital electrocardiogram recording member; a digital internal sound recording member; and a sterilization mechanism.

Said height measuring member facilitates the measuring of the height of a user of the apparatus. Said height measuring member is disposed on a top portion of the apparatus. Said weight measuring member facilitates the measuring of the weight of the user of the apparatus. Said weight measuring member is disposed on a bottom portion of the apparatus. Said array of image capturing members facilitates the capturing of the user’s anatomical body from all sides. The data captured by said array of image capturing members may be transmitted to a processing unit that is configured to process and compare the transmitted data to pre-existing data.

At least two image capturing members in said array of image capturing members are disposed on a front side of the apparatus to capture the front side of the user. Likewise, at least two more image capturing members in said array of image capturing members are disposed on bendable or movable projecting members to capture the back side of the user.

Said bendable or movable projecting members are disposed on the sides of the apparatus. Each image capturing member in said array of image capturing members includes a plurality of sensors.

Said plurality of sensors includes: temperature measuring members; motion detecting members; night vision motion detecting members; and/or object detecting members that detect abnormalities.

Said primary output member facilitates the interacting of the user with the apparatus, while said secondary output member displays information of non-interactive nature to the user.

Said currency accepter-cum-dispenser facilitates the: receiving of an at least a currency from the user, and dispensing of an at least a currency to the user. The user may also pay for use of the apparatus through said card reading member.

Said authenticating member facilitates the authenticating of a unique physical, biological, or physiological trait that the user possesses, while said printing member facilitates the printing of receipts by the user.

Said oxygen saturation measuring members are configured as a clip that is to be clipped onto a finger of the user. Said clip broadly comprises: light emitting diodes that emit infrared light and red light; and a light sensing member. Once said oxygen saturation measuring member is clipped onto the finger of the user, said at least one control member causes the light from said light emitting diodes to pass through the blood in the finger, measuring the oxygen saturation. Said array of audio input members facilitates the receiving of audio inputs from the user by the apparatus, while said array of audio output members facilitates the receiving of audio output from the apparatus by the user.

Said digital electrocardiogram recording member comprises a digital electrocardiogram recording member control unit.

Said digital internal sound recording member is configured to comprise an internal sound recording unit. Said internal sound recording unit broadly comprises a transducer for the amplification of acoustic signals that are produced upon the disposing of an internal sound sensing member on the user’s body.

Said blood pressure measuring member is configured to broadly comprise: an arm encircling member; a hand holding member; a range marking and artery member; a control unit; and an adjustable member. Said blood pressure measuring member is configured to automatically measure the blood pressure once the user places his or her hand on said hand holding member.

Said sterilization mechanism is configured to automatically sterilize the apparatus after every use of the apparatus. A sterilizer is stored in a receptacle that is closed by a closure member. The sterilizer is dispensed upon the pressure generated by a pressure generating member through a tubular member to an adjustable spraying member. Said sterilization mechanism broadly comprises nubs, through which the sterilizer is sprayed or dispensed on the apparatus.

The apparatus communicates with an application on a computing device through a communication member, with the apparatus being configured, monitored, and controlled remotely through the application on a computing device.

The at least one control member is configured to facilitate the monitoring and controlling of the apparatus. Said at least one control member is communicatively associated with: said height measuring member; said weight measuring member; said array of image capturing members; said secondary output member; said primary output member; said currency accepter-cum-dispenser; said authenticating member; said card reading member; said printing member; said oxygen saturation measuring members; said array of audio input members; said array of audio output members; said blood pressure measuring member; said digital electrocardiogram recording member; said digital internal sound recording member; and said sterilization mechanism.

The apparatus may be configured to request for a connection with a medical practitioner; the medical practitioner is provided access to the user’s wellness parameters and medical history. In such a scenario, the data captured by said array of image capturing members is streamed as 3-D data to the medical practitioner in real-time. If any prescriptions are issued, said printing member facilitates the printing of the prescriptions by the user.

The disclosed apparatus offers at least the following advantages: reduces the cost of initial health screening; facilitates the consulting and assessing of greater number of patients; provides for easy and quick consultation; reduces human errors; provides for easy access to healthcare, especially in respect of rural communities; and is user-friendly.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Figure 1 illustrates an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 2 illustrates the measurement of height and weight through an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 3 illustrates the capturing of a user’s anatomical body through an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 4 illustrates an oxygen saturation measuring member of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 5 illustrates a digital internal sound recording member of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; Figure 6 illustrates a blood pressure measuring member of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 7 illustrates the sterilization mechanism of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 8 and Figure 9 are flow charts that illustrate the functioning of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with various embodiments of the present disclosure;

Figure 10 is a flow chart that illustrates the measurement of height and weight through an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 11 is a flow chart that illustrates the measurement of oxygen saturation through an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 12 is a flow chart that illustrates the measurement of blood pressure through an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 13 is a flow chart that illustrates the measurement of body temperature through an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 14 is a flow chart that illustrates the involvement of a medical practitioner through an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 15 illustrates an ear monitoring member of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; Figure 16 is a flow chart that illustrates ear monitoring through an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 17 illustrates a sterilization mechanism of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 18 illustrates the measurement of blood pressure through a blood pressure measuring member of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; Figure 19 illustrates the monitoring of ears through an ear monitoring member of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 20 illustrates the capturing of a user’s anatomical body through an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 21 illustrates a digital electrocardiogram recording member, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 22 and Figure 23 illustrate examples of the processing of data captured by an array of image capturing members of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with various embodiments of the present disclosure; and

Figure 24 is a flow chart that illustrates the processing of data captured by an array of image capturing members of an unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

Throughout this specification, the use of the words "comprise" and “include”, and variations such as "comprises", "comprising", “includes”, and “including” may imply the inclusion of an element or elements not specifically recited. Further, the disclosed embodiments may be embodied in various other forms as well.

Throughout this specification, the words “the” and “said” are used interchangeably with the same meaning.

Throughout this specification, the words “user” and “patient” are used interchangeably with the same meaning.

Throughout this specification, the phrases “at least a”, “at least an”, and “at least one” are used interchangeably with the same meaning.

Throughout this specification, the word “sensor” and the phrase “measuring member” are used interchangeably with the same meaning.

Throughout this specification, the words “machine”, “device”, and “apparatus” are used interchangeably with the same meaning.

Throughout this specification, the phrases “oxygen saturation measuring member” and “pulse oximeter” are used interchangeably with the same meaning.

Throughout this specification, the phrase “blood pressure measuring member” and the word “sphygmomanometer” are used interchangeably with the same meaning.

Throughout this specification, the phrase “ear monitoring member” and the word “otoscope” are used interchangeably with the same meaning.

Throughout this specification, the phrase “image capturing member”, the phrase “image capturing unit”, and the word “camera” are used interchangeably with the same meaning.

Throughout this specification, the use of the word “plurality” is to be construed as being inclusive of at least one.

Throughout this specification, the use of the word “apparatus” is to be construed as a set of technical components (also referred to as “members”) and/or units that are communicatively and/or operably associated with each other, and function together as part of a mechanism to achieve a desired technical result. Throughout this specification, the use of the phrase “unmanned apparatus” and its variations is to be construed as “an apparatus that can be used by a person without the help of another person (such as a medical practitioner)”.

Throughout this specification, the use of the words “communication”, “couple”, and their variations (such as communicatively) is to be construed as being inclusive of: one-way communication (or coupling); and two-way communication (or coupling), as the case may be.

Throughout this specification, the use of the phrase “application on a computing device” and its variations is to be construed as being inclusive of: application installable on a computing device; website hosted on a computing device; web application installed on a computing device; website accessible from a computing device; and web application accessible from a computing device.

Throughout this specification, the use of the phrase “computing device” and its variations is to be construed as being inclusive of: the Cloud; remote servers; desktop computers; laptop computers; mobile phones; smart phones; tablets; phablets; and smart watches.

Throughout this specification, the use of the phrase “wellness parameters” and its variations is to be construed as being inclusive of: electrocardiogram measurements; height; weight; oxygen saturation; blood pressure; body temperature; and/or internal body sounds. Throughout this specification, the use of the acronym “ECG” is to be construed as electrocardiogram.

Throughout this specification, the use of the word “image” and its variations is to be construed as being inclusive of video as well.

Throughout this specification, the use of the word “array” and its variations is to be construed as “at least two” or “two or more”.

Throughout this specification, the use of the word “measuring” is to be construed as being inclusive of recording as well. Throughout this specification, the disclosure of a range is to be construed as being inclusive of the lower limit of the range and the upper limit of the range.

Also, it is to be noted that embodiments may be described as a method depicted as a flow chart, a flow diagram, a dataflow diagram, a structure diagram, or a block diagram. Although the operations in a method are described as a sequential process, many of the operations may be performed in parallel, concurrently, or simultaneously. In addition, the order of the operations may be re-arranged. A method may be terminated when its operations are completed, but may also have additional steps not included in the figure(s).

An unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person (also referred to as “apparatus”) is disclosed. An embodiment of the apparatus broadly comprises an at least a control member that is configured to facilitate the monitoring and controlling of the apparatus.

In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the at least one control member includes: an at least a processor; and/or non-transitory computer-readable medium for storing instructions and/or data; and/or a non-volatile storage for storing instructions and/or data. Said at least one control member may be of any type known in the art.

The at least one control member is communicatively associated with: a height measuring member (01); a weight measuring member (18); an array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26); an at least an output member (03, 04); a currency accepter-cum-dispenser (05); an authenticating member (07); a card reading member (09); a printing member (10); oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19); an array of audio input members (13, 22); an array of audio output members (16, 23); a blood pressure measuring member (20); a digital electrocardiogram recording member (14); a digital internal sound recording member (15); and a sterilization mechanism (06).

As illustrated in Figure 1, the height measuring member (01) and the weight measuring member (18) are disposed on a top portion and bottom portion of the apparatus, respectively. The top portion is configured to project over the apparatus, while the bottom portion is configured as a base that holds the apparatus firmly in its position and prevents the apparatus from falling over. Said height measuring member (01) and said weight measuring member (18) facilitate the measuring of the height and weight, respectively, of a user of the apparatus. A person skilled in the art will appreciate the fact that said height measuring member (01) and said weight measuring member (18) may be of any type known in the art.

In another embodiment of the present disclosure, the height measuring member (01) measures a height that ranges between 0.4 m and 2.5 m, with accuracy of ±1 mm.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the weight measuring member (18) measures a weight that ranges between 1 kg and 200 kg, with an accuracy of ±0.1 kg.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the apparatus comprises at least two image capturing members (02, 21) that are disposed on a front side of the apparatus to capture the front side of the user, with at least two more image capturing members (25, 26) that are disposed on bendable or movable projecting members to capture the back side of the user. The array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) is disposed strategically to capture the user’s anatomical body from all sides (front side, back side, right side, and left side).

The bendable or movable projecting members are disposed on the sides of the apparatus, with one projecting member being disposed on a left hand side of the apparatus, and another projecting member being disposed on a right hand side of the apparatus.

For example, as illustrated in Figure 3, the zoom of each image capturing member in the array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) is 60 degrees upwards and 70 to 75 degrees downwards, which covers 30 degrees upper peripheral, 60 degrees vision, and 40 to 45 degrees lower peripheral.

Each image capturing member in the array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) may include or may be integrated with a plurality of sensors (also referred to as “sensors”). The plurality of sensors includes, but is not limited to: temperature measuring members (with a measurement range of 0 degrees Centigrade to 300 degrees Centigrade in an embodiment); motion detecting members; night vision motion detecting members (with a range of up to 5 metres in an embodiment); and/or object detecting members that detect abnormalities or anomalies (for example, wounds and/or scars). For example, the temperature measuring members and the motion detecting members are infrared-based, while the object detecting members are ultrasonic -based.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the at least one output member (03, 04) includes: a secondary output member (03); and a primary output member (04). The primary output member (04) is disposed on a centre portion of the apparatus, with the secondary output member (03) being disposed above the primary output member (04).

The primary output member (04) is touch-enabled, and facilitates the interacting of the user with the apparatus. The secondary output member (03), on the other hand, displays information of non-interactive nature to the user, such as advertisements, awareness creating information, guidelines for handling the apparatus, and/or help videos.

A person skilled in the art will appreciate that fact that, since the primary output member (04) is touch-enabled, it facilitates the interacting of the user with the apparatus too.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the currency accepter-cum-dispenser (05) is disposed below the primary output member (04). Said currency accepter-cum- dispenser (05) facilitates the: receiving of an at least a currency from the user, and dispensing of an at least a currency to the user.

A person skilled in the art will appreciate the fact that the types of currencies that the apparatus is configured to accept may vary depending on the country of use. For example, for use in India, the apparatus is configured to accept Indian Rupees. Further, irrespective of the country of use, the apparatus may be configured to accept certain universally accepted currencies, such as U.S. Dollars. However, the same may depend on the Government policies of the country of use.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the authenticating member (07) facilitates the authenticating of a unique physical, biological, or physiological trait that the user possesses (for example, a fingerprint and/or palm). The authenticating member (07) is disposed below the primary output member (04) adjacent to the currency accepter- cum-dispenser (05).

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the card reading member (09) is disposed below the primary output member (04) adjacent to the authenticating member (07). The card reading member (09) enables the user to pay for his or her use of the apparatus through: debit cards; and/or credit cards.

A person skilled in the art will appreciate the fact that the types of cards that the apparatus is configured to accept may vary depending on the country of use. For example, the card reading member (09) may also be configured to read cards that help identify or authenticate the user.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the printing member (10) is disposed below the primary output member (04) adjacent to the card reading member (09). The printing member (10) facilitates the printing of receipts, reports, and/or prescriptions by the user. The paper required for printing is disposed in a compartment or tray in an inner portion of the apparatus.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19) are configured for the apparatus and are disposed on a top portion of a frame (24) of the apparatus, with one oxygen saturation measuring member being disposed on the left hand side of the apparatus, and another oxygen saturation measuring member being disposed on the right hand side of the apparatus.

As illustrated in Figure 4, the oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19) are configured as a clip (28) that is to be clipped onto a finger of the user, and are associated with the apparatus through respective holding members (27), such as cables or wires. The clip (28) broadly comprises: light emitting diodes (29) that emit infrared light (31) and red light (30); and a light sensing member.

The light from the light emitting diodes (29) passes through the blood in the finger, measuring the oxygen saturation. This is done by measuring changes of light absorption in oxygenated or deoxygenated blood, as detected by the light sensing member. Though two oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19) have been shown in the illustration, only one oxygen saturation measuring member measures the oxygen saturation of the user, which could be either of the two oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19). Alternatively, the apparatus may comprise one oxygen saturation measuring member only. The oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19) may comprise their own respective control members that are configured to facilitate the monitoring and controlling of said oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19). In various embodiments of the present disclosure, the control members of the oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19) are: microcontrollers; System on Chip; or Single Board Computers. Said control members of the oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19) are communicatively associated with the at least one control member.

The array of audio input members (13, 22) is disposed on the frame (24), and facilitates the receiving of audio inputs from the user by the apparatus. In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, one audio input member (for example, a mic) is disposed on the left hand side of the apparatus, while another audio input member (for example, a mic) is disposed on the right hand side of the apparatus.

The array of audio output members (16, 23) facilitates the receiving of audio output from the apparatus by the user. In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, one audio output member (for example, a speaker) is disposed on the left hand side of the apparatus, while another audio output member (for example, a speaker) is disposed on the right hand side of the apparatus.

A person skilled in the art will appreciate the fact that digital electrocardiogram recording members are known in the art. In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the digital electrocardiogram recording member (14) comprises three leads and a digital electrocardiogram recording member control unit (as illustrated in Figure 21), and is disposed below an audio input member (13) in the array of audio input members (13, 22).

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, as illustrated in Figure 5, the digital internal sound recording member (15) is configured for the apparatus. The digital internal sound recording member (15) is disposed adjacent to digital electrocardiogram recording member (14), and comprises an internal sound recording unit (44) that records sounds, including heart sound and lung sound. The internal sound recording unit (44) broadly comprises a transducer for the amplification of acoustic signals that are produced upon the disposing of an internal sound sensing member on the user’s body (for example, chest and/or lungs). The transducer may be of any type known in the art. The amplified sounds can be heard by a medical practitioner through a headphone (45) or the like, in real-time. Alternatively, the amplified sounds may be transmitted to the medical practitioner as an audio file.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, as illustrated in Figure 6, the blood pressure measuring member (20) is configured for the apparatus, and is associated with the apparatus through a holding member (36), such as a cable or wire. The blood pressure measuring member (20) broadly comprises: a round arm encircling member (32; for example, a cuff); a hand holding member (33); a range marking and artery member (34); a control unit (35); and an adjustable member (37).

The range marking and artery member (34) comprises a range marking member (38) and an artery position indicating member (39), while the control unit (35) is configured to facilitate the monitoring and controlling of said blood pressure measuring member (20).

Said control unit (35) is communicatively associated with the at least one control member. In various embodiments of the present disclosure, the control unit (35) is: a microcontroller; a System on Chip; or a Single Board Computer.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the accuracy of the blood pressure measuring member (20) is ±2 mm Hg.

The sterilization mechanism (06) is configured to automatically sterilize the apparatus after every use of the apparatus. Alternatively, the sterilization mechanism (06) may be configured to sterilize the apparatus after use of the apparatus by a high risk user. For example, a high risk user may be a user who has a recent history of infectious diseases.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, as illustrated in Figure 7, the sterilization mechanism (06) is disposed on the top portion of the apparatus, and broadly comprises nubs, through which a sterilizer is sprayed or dispensed on the apparatus to sterilize at least the points or components that have been touched by the user. The sterilizer may be of any suitable type known in the art.

As illustrated in Figure 17, the sterilizer is stored in a receptacle (47) that is closed by a closure member (46). The closure member (46) is associated with the receptacle (47) at a top portion of the receptacle (47). The closure member (46) facilitates the opening and closing of the receptacle (47) for various purposes, including filling and re-filling of the receptacle (47).

The receptacle (47) is associated with the apparatus through fixing holes (48) that are disposed on side portions of the receptacle (47) and connectors (49) (for example, thread- type connectors) that are disposed on the top portion and a bottom portion of the receptacle (47).

The sterilizer is dispensed upon the pressure generated by a pressure generating member (50) through a tubular member (51) to an adjustable spraying member (52). The pressure generating member (50) is associated with the bottom portion of the receptacle (47) through the connectors (49).

Likewise, the tubular member (51) is also associated with the pressure generating member (50) through the connectors (49). The tubular member (51) provides a hollow channel or passage for the flow of the sterilizer from the receptacle (47) to the spraying member (52).

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the pressure generating member (50) is a pressure pump. The pump may be of any type known in the art.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the apparatus comprises a communication member (11), through which the apparatus communicates with one or more external devices. The communication member (11) is disposed on a side portion of the apparatus adjacent to the top portion.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the one or more external devices include, but are not limited to, the Cloud; remote servers; desktop computers; laptop computers; mobile phones; smart phones; tablets; phablets; and smart watches.

The apparatus may be configured, monitored, and controlled remotely by an operator or medical practitioner through an application on a computing device. A display of the computing device functions as an interface, through which the operator or medical practitioner interacts with the apparatus and/or views the results of the wellness parameter measurements. The communication through the communication member may occur through either wired or wireless technologies such as wireless internet, mobile data, Bluetooth Low Energy, LoRa, ZigBee, or the like. The communication through the communication member may be encrypted through any known encryption technology to comply with laws pertaining to: handling and transmission of medical data; handling and transmission of personal data; and/or privacy.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, depending on the country of use, the apparatus is configured to support more than one language.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the apparatus is powered by an external power source with power backup.

The apparatus may be switched on or switched off through a switch that is disposed on the apparatus. Further, the components of the apparatus may be enclosed in a housing that is made of suitable material. Furthermore, the apparatus may comprise an at least a door that protects any of the components of the apparatus and/or helps in restricting access to certain components of the apparatus.

The functioning of the apparatus shall now be explained. The presence of the user in the vicinity of the apparatus is detected in real-time by the motion detecting members; and/or night vision motion detecting members, with the sensed data being transmitted to the at least one control member.

Alternatively, the apparatus may detect the presence of the user by the interaction of the user with the apparatus through the primary output member (04).

The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to welcome and authenticate or identify the user. As illustrated in Figure 8, for example, the user may be authenticated through the following methods: the unique physical, biological, or physiological trait that the user possesses by the authenticating member (07); cards by the card reading member (09); and/or unique user ID and password through the primary output member (04). If the authentication is not successful, the apparatus either automatically connects the user with customer service (or the operator) for face-to-guidance or advises the user to connect with customer service for face-to-guidance.

Alternatively, if the apparatus detects that the user does not have any prior registration, the apparatus requests the user to first register himself or herself before proceeding further. Registration may be performed through the following methods: the unique physical, biological, or physiological trait that the user possesses by the authenticating member (07); cards by the card reading member (09); and/or unique user ID and password through the primary output member (04).

Upon successful authentication of the user, the apparatus retrieves the medical history of the user (if available). The medical history of the user may be retrieved based on electronic medical records that are stored on the apparatus or to which the apparatus has access. Alternatively, the apparatus may retrieve the medical history of the user by connecting with a compatible computing device of the user through the communication member (11).

The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to request the user to select the mode of payment (if the user wishes to proceed further) for the services to be rendered through the apparatus. If the user wishes to pay by credit card or debit card, the apparatus requests the user to complete the payment through the primary output member (04) and/or the card reading member (09), as illustrated in Figure 9.

On the other hand, if the user wishes to pay by cash, the apparatus requests the user to complete the payment through the currency accepter-cum-dispenser (05). Once the user inserts cash into the currency accepter-cum-dispenser (05), the apparatus checks whether the inserted currency notes and/or coins are compatible with the types and denominations of currencies that the apparatus is configured to accept.

If the apparatus determines that the inserted currency notes and/or coins are not compatible with the types and denominations of currencies that the apparatus is configured to accept, the same is/are returned to the user, who is requested to try again. If the transaction consecutively fails for a pre-determined number of times (for example, five times), the user is logged out and is requested to initiate the process from the beginning.

Alternatively, the user may also pay by other modes of payment (such as UPI - Unified Payments Interface; India), in which case the apparatus requests the user to complete the payment through the primary output member (04) by connecting the user with authorized payment gateways.

The apparatus may also be configured to accept split payments. For example, the user may pay for the services by both cash and card, in which case the apparatus requests the user to complete the payment through the primary output member (04) and/or the card reading member (09), and the currency accepter-cum-dispenser (05).

Upon successful payment, a confirmation and/or receipt is/are generated on the primary output member (04). The user may print the confirmation and/or receipt through the printing member (10) for his or her records. For payment by cash, any balance payment that is to be made to the user is dispensed to the user in the form of currency notes and/or coins through the currency accepter-cum-dispenser (05). The payment made by the user may be saved for future reference and retrieval.

Subsequently, the following operations are performed by the apparatus (the order of the operations may be re-arranged):

The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to request the user to measure his or her height and weight. The secondary output member (03) displays guidelines and/or help videos for height and weight measurement.

As illustrated in Figure 2 and Figure 10, once the user stands upright on the bottom portion of the apparatus, the height measuring member (01) detects the height of the user, with the sensed data being transmitted in real-time to the at least one control member.

Likewise, the weight measuring member (18) detects the weight of the user, with the sensed data being transmitted in real-time to the at least one control member. The apparatus is configured to calculate the body mass index of the user based on the measured height and weight. The measured height, weight, and body mass index are notified to the user through the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23).

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the height, weight, and body mass index details are subsequently transmitted to a compatible computing device of a medical practitioner (if required) through the communication member (11).

The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to request the user to measure his or her oxygen saturation. The secondary output member (03) displays guidelines and/or help videos for oxygen saturation measurement.

As illustrated in Figure 11, once the oxygen saturation measuring member (12 or 19) is clipped onto the finger of the user, the at least one control member causes the light from the light emitting diodes (29) to pass through the blood in the finger, measuring the oxygen saturation.

Alternatively, the at least one control member transmits instructions to the control member of the oxygen saturation measuring member (12 or 19), which, in turn, causes the light from the light emitting diodes (29) to pass through the blood in the finger, measuring the oxygen saturation.

The sensed data is or are transmitted in real-time to the at least one control member. Alternatively, the sensed data is or are transmitted in real-time to the control member of the oxygen saturation measuring member (12 or 19), which, in turn, transmits the data to the at least one control member. The measured oxygen saturation is notified to the user through the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23)

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the oxygen saturation details are subsequently transmitted to the compatible computing device of the medical practitioner (if required) through the communication member (11).

The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to request the user to measure his or her blood pressure. The secondary output member (03) displays guidelines and/or help videos for blood pressure measurement.

As illustrated in Figure 12 and Figure 18, the user places his or her hand on the hand holding member (33), with the hand being encircled by the round arm encircling member (32). The blood pressure measuring member (20) is configured to automatically measure the blood pressure once the user places his or her hand on the hand holding member (33), and encircles the hand with the round arm encircling member (32). The blood pressure is measured through the range marking and artery member (34).

The sensed data is or are transmitted in real-time to the control unit (35), which, in turn, transmits the data to the at least one control member. The measured blood pressure is notified to the user through the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23).

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the blood pressure details are subsequently transmitted to the compatible computing device of the medical practitioner (if required) through the communication member (11).

The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to request the user to record his or her ECG. The secondary output member (03) displays guidelines and/or help videos for ECG recording. The user subsequently records his or her ECG through the digital electrocardiogram recording member (14). The sensed data is or are transmitted in real time to the digital electrocardiogram recording member control unit, which, in turn, transmits the data to the at least one control member.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the electrocardiogram is subsequently transmitted to the compatible computing device of the medical practitioner (if required) through the communication member (11).

The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to request the user to record his or her internal body sounds. The secondary output member (03) displays guidelines and/or help videos for recording of internal body sounds. The user subsequently records his or her internal body sounds through the digital internal sound recording member (15). The sensed data is or are transmitted in real-time to the at least one control member.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the recorded internal body sounds are subsequently transmitted to the compatible computing device of the medical practitioner (if required) through the communication member (11).

The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to request the user to measure his or her body temperature, following which the body temperature of the user is measured by the apparatus through the temperature measuring member (s), as illustrated in Figure 13. The secondary output member (03) displays guidelines and/or help videos for recording of body temperature.

For the purpose of accuracy, the temperature may be recorded more than once and/or by multiple temperature measuring members. The sensed data is or are transmitted in real time to the at least one control member. The measured body temperature notified to the user through the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23).

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the body temperature details are subsequently transmitted to the compatible computing device of the medical practitioner (if required) through the communication member (11).

At any time during the interactions of the user with the apparatus, if the apparatus detects any discrepancies in the measurement of any of the wellness parameters (for example, any of the wellness parameters are not measured successfully), the apparatus: automatically connects the user with customer service for face-to-guidance; advises the user to connect with customer service for face-to-guidance; and/or advises the user to request for operator assistance. The operator may be a trained person who is authorized to access the apparatus for routine operations and/or emergency purposes.

Alternatively, or in addition, at any time during the interactions of the user with the apparatus, if the user faces any difficulties in interacting with the apparatus, the user may request the apparatus to either connect with customer service for face-to-guidance or connect with an operator for assistance.

If the apparatus is unable to connect with customer service or an operator, the user may request the apparatus to save the existing session so that the user can come back later to complete the session. When the user comes back later, the apparatus detects that the user has already paid for the services; thus, the user is not required to pay again.

Once all the wellness parameters of the user are successfully measured, the user may request the apparatus to connect with a medical practitioner, in real-time (or for an appointment with a medical practitioner). Depending on where the apparatus is installed, the apparatus comprises a database of registered medical practitioners.

For example, if the apparatus is installed in a particular hospital or any other organization providing medical services, the database comprises all the registered medical practitioners of that particular hospital or organization providing medical services.

On the other hand, if the apparatus is installed in a public location, the database comprises all the registered medical practitioners providing medical services within a pre-defined radius (for example, 10 km) of the location in which the apparatus is installed.

If the apparatus is installed in a public location by a Government or administrative body, the database comprises all the registered medical practitioners practicing in hospitals or medical services providing facilities within a pre-defined radius (for example, 10 km) of the location in which the apparatus is installed, said hospitals or medical services providing facilities being operated by the Government or administrative body.

The choice of medical practitioners available to the user may also be configured by the user based on parameters, such as distance from current location, specialization, years of experience, etc. For installation in public locations, the apparatus may comprise features to ensure user privacy while the user is interacting with the apparatus. For example, more than two people (user and an attendant) may not be granted access to the location or cabin in which the apparatus is installed. Likewise, once a user session is initiated, a door in the location or cabin in which the apparatus is installed may be locked automatically, with the door being opened only after the session is terminated. If the door does not open after the session is terminated, the user may be provided with the option of manually opening the same from inside.

After termination of the user session, the at least one control member transmits instructions to the sterilization mechanism (06) to automatically sterilize the apparatus. Alternatively, the at least one control member transmits instructions to the sterilization mechanism (06) to sterilize the apparatus after use of the apparatus by the high risk user.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, like an ATM network, the apparatus may also be installed in multiple locations to form a network. Further, the user may pay for the services rendered by the apparatus individually or as a package. In addition to the services mentioned above, other medical services may also be rendered by the apparatus.

Once the user successfully connects with a medical practitioner (or obtains an appointment with a medical practitioner) through the apparatus, the medical practitioner is provided access to the wellness parameters and medical history of the user.

The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to request the user to capture his or her front side and back side (for example, 120 degrees front left, 120 degrees front right, 120 degrees back left, and 120 degrees back right) through the array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26). The secondary output member (03) displays guidelines and/or help videos for image capturing.

The captured data is or are streamed as 3-D data in real-time to the medical practitioner, as illustrated in Figure 20 (for example, through virtual reality technologies). After reviewing the details on record and the streamed data, the medical practitioner interacts with the user through the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio input members (13, 22). Based on the details on record and the interactions with the user, the medical practitioner issues a prescription (if required), and the same may be printed through the printing member (10) by the user, as illustrated in Figure 14. Once the prescription is issued, the medical practitioner ends the consultation, following which the user may request the apparatus to transmit the details on record to the compatible computing device of the user through the communication member (11).

After termination of the user session, the at least one control member transmits instructions to the sterilization mechanism (06) to automatically sterilize the apparatus. Alternatively, the at least one control member either transmits instructions to the sterilization mechanism (06) to sterilize the apparatus after use of the apparatus by the high risk user or upon approval by the operator.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, as illustrated in Figure 15, the apparatus comprises an ear monitoring member that is configured for the apparatus, and is associated with the apparatus through another holding member (43), such as cable or wire. The ear monitoring member is configured to be worn on the head by the user (as illustrated in Figure 19), and broadly comprises an earpiece (42) that is disposed at one end of the ear monitoring member. An extension member (40) is configured as an arc, said extension member (40) being associated with: the earpiece (42) at one end, and an image capturing unit (41) at another end. The image capturing unit (41) is disposed at another end of ear monitoring member. The at least one control member is communicatively associated with the ear monitoring member. The at least one control member transmits instructions to the primary output member (04) and/or the array of audio output members (16, 23) to request the user to use the ear monitoring member. The secondary output member (03) displays guidelines and/or help videos for using the ear monitoring member. The sensed data is or are transmitted in real time to the at least one control member. In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the sensed data is or are subsequently transmitted to the compatible computing device of the medical practitioner (if required) through the communication member (11), as illustrated in Figure 16. Alternatively, the sensed data is or are streamed in real-time to the medical practitioner. In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, an extensive or full-fledged knowledge base is stored on the cloud or some other remote location that is secure, with a refined or fine-tuned or minimalistic or compressed or pruned version of the knowledge base being stored on the at least one control member.

The knowledge base on the cloud or some other remote location that is secure syncs at regular, periodic intervals with the refined or fine-tuned or minimalistic or compressed or pruned knowledge base on the at least one control member, and is configured to learn and improve itself based on the data received continuously from the at least one control member.

Since the knowledge base on the cloud or some other remote location that is secure is self-learning, the validation efficiency of the fine-tuned or minimalistic or compressed or pruned knowledge base on the at least one control member also improves with the learning acquired by the knowledge base on the cloud.

For example, the apparatus may be configured to provide suggestions based on the calculated body mass index, as per standard practices in the medical industry. The data captured by the array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) may be transmitted to a processing unit, which is configured to process and compare the transmitted data to pre existing data, as illustrated in Figure 22, Figure 23, and Figure 24.

Implementation of the apparatus and/or method of the disclosure can involve performing or completing selected tasks manually, automatically, or a combination thereof. Further, according to actual instrumentation of the apparatus and/or method of the disclosure, several selected tasks could be implemented by hardware, by software, by firmware, or by a combination thereof using an operating system. For example, as software, selected tasks according to the disclosure could be implemented as a plurality of software instructions being executed by a computer using any suitable operating system.

In yet another embodiment of the disclosure, one or more tasks according to embodiments of the apparatus and/or method as described herein are performed by a data processor, such as a computing platform for executing a plurality of instructions. Further, the data processor includes a processor, and/or non-transitory computer-readable medium for storing instructions and/or data, and/or a non-volatile storage for storing instructions and/or data. A network connection, a display, and/or a user input device such as a keyboard or mouse are also provided.

It will be apparent to a person skilled in the art that the above description is for illustrative purposes only and should not be considered as limiting. Various modifications, additions, alterations and improvements without deviating from the spirit and the scope of the disclosure may be made by a person skilled in the art. Such modifications, additions, alterations and improvements should be construed as being within the scope of this disclosure.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMERALS

01 - Height Measuring Member

02, 21, 25, and 26 - Array of Image Capturing Members 03 - Secondary Output Member

04 - Primary Output Member 05 - Currency Accepter-Cum-Dispenser 06 - Sterilization Mechanism 07 - Authenticating Member 09 - Card Reading Member

10 - Printing Member

11 - Communication Member

12 and 19 - Oxygen Saturation Measuring Members 13 and 22 - Array of Audio Input Members

14 - Digital Electrocardiogram Recording Member

15 - Digital Internal Sound Recording Member

16 and 23 - Array of Audio Output Members 18 - Weight Measuring Member

20 - Blood Pressure Measuring Member 24 - Frame

27 - Oxygen Saturation Member Holding Member

28 - Clip 29 - Light Emitting Diodes

30 - Red Light Emitting Diode

31 - Infrared Light Emitting Diode

32 - Arm Encircling Member

33 - Hand Holding Member 34 - Range Marking and Artery Member

35 - Control Unit

36 - Blood Pressure Monitoring Member Holding Member

37 - Adjustable Member

38 - Range Marking Member 39 - Artery Position Indicating Member

40 - Extension Member

41 - Image Capturing Unit

42 - Earpiece

43 - Ear Monitoring Member Holding Member 44 - Internal Sound Recording Unit

45 - Headphone 46 - Closure Member

47 - Receptacle

48 - Fixing Holes

49 - Connectors 50 - Pressure Generating Member

51 - Tubular Member

52 - Spraying Member

Claims

CLAIMS We Claim:

1. An unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person, comprising: a height measuring member (01) that facilitates the measuring of the height of a user of the apparatus, said height measuring member (01) being disposed on a top portion of the apparatus; a weight measuring member (18) that facilitates the measuring of the weight of the user of the apparatus, said weight measuring member (18) being disposed on a bottom portion of the apparatus; an array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) that facilitates the capturing of the user’s anatomical body from all sides, with: at least two image capturing members in said array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) being disposed on a front side of the apparatus to capture the front side of the user; at least two more image capturing members in said array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) being disposed on bendable or movable projecting members to capture the back side of the user, said bendable or movable projecting members being disposed on the sides of the apparatus; and each image capturing member in said array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) including a plurality of sensors; a primary output member (04) that facilitates the interacting of the user with the apparatus; a secondary output member (03) that displays information of non interactive nature to the user; a currency accepter-cum-dispenser (05) that facilitates the: receiving of an at least a currency from the user, and dispensing of an at least a currency to the user; an authenticating member (07) that facilitates the authenticating of a unique physical, biological, or physiological trait that the user possesses; a card reading member (09) that enables the user to pay for use of the apparatus; a printing member (10) that facilitates the printing of receipts by the user; oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19) that are configured as a clip (28) that is to be clipped onto a finger of the user, said clip (28) comprising: light emitting diodes (29) that emit infrared light (31) and red light (30); and a light sensing member; an array of audio input members (13, 22) that facilitates the receiving of audio inputs from the user by the apparatus; an array of audio output members (16, 23) that facilitates the receiving of audio output from the apparatus by the user; a digital electrocardiogram recording member (14) that comprises a digital electrocardiogram recording member control unit; a digital internal sound recording member (15) that is configured to comprise an internal sound recording unit (44), said internal sound recording unit (44) comprising a transducer for the amplification of acoustic signals that are produced upon the disposing of an internal sound sensing member on the user’s body; a blood pressure measuring member (20) that is configured to comprise: an arm encircling member (32); a hand holding member (33); a range marking and artery member (34); a control unit (35); and an adjustable member (37); a sterilization mechanism (06) that is configured to automatically sterilize the apparatus after every use of the apparatus, with: a sterilizer being stored in a receptacle (47) that is closed by a closure member (46); and the sterilizer being dispensed upon the pressure generated by a pressure generating member (50) through a tubular member (51) to an adjustable spraying member (52); a communication member (11), through which the apparatus communicates with an application on a computing device, with the apparatus being configured, monitored, and controlled remotely through the application on a computing device; and an at least a control member that is configured to facilitate the monitoring and controlling of the apparatus, said at least one control member being communicatively associated with: said height measuring member (01); said weight measuring member (18); said array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26); said secondary output member (03); said primary output member (04); said currency accepter-cum-dispenser (05); said authenticating member (07); said card reading member (09); said printing member (10); said oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19); said array of audio input members (13, 22); said array of audio output members (16, 23); said blood pressure measuring member (20); said digital electrocardiogram recording member (14); said digital internal sound recording member (15); and said sterilization mechanism (06).

2. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein the zoom of each image capturing member in said array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) is 60 degrees upwards and 70 to 75 degrees downwards, covering 30 degrees upper peripheral, 60 degrees vision, and 40 to 45 degrees lower peripheral.

3. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein the unique physical, biological, or physiological trait that the user possesses is a fingerprint.

4. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein said oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19) are associated with the apparatus through respective holding members (27).

5. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein said oxygen saturation measuring members (12, 19) comprise their own respective control members that are configured to facilitate the monitoring and controlling of said oxygen saturation measuring members (12,

19).

6. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sounds recorded by said internal sound recording unit (44) include heart sound and lung sound.

7. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein said pressure measuring member (20) is associated with the apparatus through a holding member (36).

8. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein said receptacle (47) is associated with the apparatus through fixing holes (48) and connectors (49).

9. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein said pressure generating member (50) is a pressure pump.

10. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein the user is authenticated or registered through: the unique physical, biological, or physiological trait that the user possesses by said authenticating member (07); cards by said card reading member (09); or unique user ID and password through said primary output member (04).

11. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein the apparatus is configured to calculate the body mass index of the user based on the measured height and weight.

12. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein the apparatus is configured to request for a connection with a medical practitioner, with: the medical practitioner being provided access to the user’s wellness parameters and medical history; the data captured by said array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) being streamed as 3-D data to the medical practitioner; and said printing member (10) facilitating the printing of prescriptions by the user.

13. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein the apparatus comprises an ear monitoring member that is configured to be worn on the head by the user, said ear monitoring member comprising: an earpiece (42); an extension member (40); and an image capturing unit (41), with said at least one control member being communicatively associated with said ear monitoring member.

14. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 13, wherein said ear monitoring member is associated with the apparatus through another holding member (43).

15. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein the data captured by said array of image capturing members (02, 21, 25, 26) is transmitted to a processing unit that is configured to process and compare the transmitted data to pre-existing data.

16. The unmanned apparatus for measuring the wellness parameters of a person as claimed in claim 1, wherein said plurality of sensors includes: temperature measuring members; motion detecting members; and object detecting members that detect abnormalities.