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CYTUVA

Adjustable sugar dispenser

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Contact Information

  • José Manuel Geijo Barrientos
  • Paseo del Cauce, 59
    Valladolid, Valladolid (47011)
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  • 98342-3314
  • 983423310

Basic Information

  • UniversityUniversidad de Valladolid
  • Center
  • DepartmentMaterials Science and Metallurgical Engineering, Graphic Expression in Engineering, Cartographic Engineering, Geodesic and Photogrammetry, Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing Process Engineering
  • Investigation GroupGraphic Expression in Engineering


Description

Due to the increase in the number of people suffering from diabetes in the last few years, the amount of sugar to be consumed need to be regulated more precisely. This adjustable sugar dispenser is designed on the idea of combining an advanced technique, meeting these requirements, and the simplicity of current products in the market. The sugar dispenser is intended for both household and commercial purposes, offering clients greater regulation than the standardized 8 grams sugar lumps. This products makes dosification easier for people suffering from PD or other disorders of the nervous system, as it requires few movements, without involving excessive twisting nor joint strain.


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Number of researchers:

7

Development status:

In prototype phase

Intellectual Property Rights:

Solicitada la patente

Differentiation in the market:

Novelty

Applicability of technology:

Yes

Companies and markets:

Nutrition.

Advantages:

When the user turns the wheel using the handle, a certain amount of wheel compartments match the deposit bottom hole, filling them with sugar. The amount of compartment filled depends on how much the handle is turned, choosing this way the sugar amount. In so doing, the sugar amount to be consumed is measured quite accurately. The sugar deposit refilling is easy and intuitive. By removing the lid, the user can monitor the amount of sugar left in the deposit at any time.

Additional Information:

Premio Prometeo 2016 (Award organized by the University of Valladolid).

UNESCO Code:

3399 - Other technological specialities

Other members:

José Manuel Geijo Barrientos
Carlos Balsa Cuadrado
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Julia Cañedo García
Daniel Bastardo Blas
Pablo Alonso Martínez
Alberto Franganillo Peral

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