PURRtentio: Implementing a Smart Litter Box for Feline Urinalysis with Electrochemical Biosensors

Sun S.; Vega G.; Seker E.; Reagan K.; Vega K. · UIST 2023 Adjunct - Adjunct Proceedings of the 36th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology (2023) · DOI: 10.1145/3586182.3615820

Resumen

Traditional collection and analysis of feline urine samples for health monitoring are invasive, expensive, and infrequent. This paper introduces PURRtentio, a novel litter box system utilizing an electrochemical biosensor to monitor analytes in feline urine. The system comprises a DIY biosensor, potentiostat, microcontroller, distance sensor, and mobile application. Performance validation compared PURRtentio with an industry-grade potentiostat. PURRtentio presents an innovative and non-invasive approach for consistent monitoring of chemistry elements in feline urine, enabling early detection and management of cat's health conditions. This technology has the potential to revolutionize feline health monitoring, providing a solution for veterinarians and pet owners.