Calculus component detection method

The automated equipment enables the entire process of stone composition detection, solving the problems of cumbersome manual operation, sample residue and contamination, and difficult equipment cleaning in existing technologies. This improves detection efficiency and result accuracy, and is suitable for clinical and laboratory scenarios.

CN121454076APending Publication Date: 2026-02-03JIANGSU YINGSHIXING HEALTH MEDICAL TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202511611930.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-11-05
Publication Date
2026-02-03

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Technical Problem

Existing methods for detecting the composition of kidney stones suffer from problems such as cumbersome manual operation, sample residue and contamination, difficulty in cleaning equipment, and lack of integrated automation solutions, resulting in low detection efficiency and inaccurate results.

Method used

The system employs automated equipment that includes a detection module, a wiping module, and a dust collection module to achieve fully automated processing of stones, from stone feeding, crushing, detection, and cleaning and recycling. The electric actuator controls the pressure head to crush the stones, and the integrated dust collection module and wiping module perform efficient cleaning.

Benefits of technology

It achieves full automation of the stone composition detection process, improves detection efficiency, reduces operational errors, ensures the accuracy of test results and the cleanliness of equipment, and is suitable for various scenarios such as clinical and laboratory settings.

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Abstract

The invention discloses a calculus component detection method, and relates to the technical field of medical detection. According to the method, automatic equipment is adopted, and the following steps are sequentially executed: firstly, the equipment is stretched out through a telescopic rod of a telescopic module to load stones, and the stones are retracted to the position above a detection head; secondly, an electric push rod is used for driving a pressing head to press and crush the stones, and components are analyzed by a detection unit; then, the sweeping mechanism is moved to the position above the detection head, a brush head is pressed downwards and rotated for sweeping, and meanwhile a dust collection module is started to recover powder; and finally, the wiping mechanism is moved, so that the cleaning belt presses the surface of the detection head and wipes the surface. According to the invention, full-process automation from loading, detection to cleaning is realized, the detection efficiency and accuracy are effectively improved, and sample residues and cross contamination are avoided.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of medical stone composition detection, and more particularly to a method for detecting stone composition. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, clinical analysis of kidney stone composition mainly relies on in vitro detection methods. Common practices include manually crushing stone samples obtained after surgery or extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy and placing them in infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, or chemical analysis equipment for component identification. However, existing detection procedures have the following significant problems:

[0003] Manual operation is cumbersome: Stone samples need to be manually crushed, sampled and placed, which is time-consuming, labor-intensive and inefficient, and is prone to contamination or error due to improper operation.

[0004] Sample residue and contamination: After testing, the stone powder is difficult to clean completely, and residual debris can affect the accuracy of subsequent test results and even lead to cross-contamination;

[0005] Equipment cleaning is difficult: fine stone powder easily adheres to the surface of the detection platform (such as the detection head). Manual wiping not only has poor cleaning effect, but also easily damages precision sensors or optical windows.

[0006] Lack of integrated automation solutions: Most existing equipment only performs the detection function and does not integrate sample pretreatment and post-cleaning processes, making it impossible to achieve a closed-loop operation from feeding to cleaning.

[0007] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a fully automated, efficient, and thorough method for detecting the composition of stones to address the aforementioned technical challenges. Summary of the Invention

[0008] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the present invention proposes a method for detecting the composition of stones.

[0009] The technical solution of this invention is achieved using automated equipment comprising a detection module, a wiping module, and a dust collection module, and includes the following sequential steps:

[0010] Step 1: Load the stones to be tested

[0011] In the detection module 4, the telescopic module 4.2 is fixed to the measuring module 4.1. The slider of the telescopic module drives the discharge hole 4.25 connected to the telescopic rod 4.23 to extend outward. The discharge hole 4.25 is outside the equipment shell. The stone to be tested is put into the discharge hole 4.25. The slider of the telescopic module 4.2 drives the discharge hole 4.25 connected to the telescopic rod 4.23 to retract. At this time, the discharge hole 4.25 is located above the detection head 4.12 of the measuring module 4.1.

[0012] Step 2: Crush the stones to be tested

[0013] The electric actuator 4.31, fixed above the detection head 4.12, drives the pressure head 4.39 to descend, crushing the stone to be tested into flakes by falling into the discharge hole 4.25 onto the detection head 4.12. After the stone to be tested is crushed, the electric actuator 4.31 rises back.

[0014] Step 3: Analyze the composition of the stones

[0015] The detection unit 4.11 analyzes the composition of the stone powder to be tested located on the platform of the detection head 4.12, and the detection results are transmitted back to the control panel 1.1 and displayed.

[0016] Step 4: Recover stone powder

[0017] Move the cleaning mechanism 2.03 in the wiping module 2 above the detection head 4.12. The electric push rod 4.31 presses down the cleaning mechanism 2.03 and turns on the cleaning motor 2.28. The brush head 2.31 cleans the discharge hole 4.25 and the detection head 4.12. At the same time, the fan 3.2 of the dust collection module 3 starts, sucking the stone powder detected at the detection head 4.12 into the dust collection pipe 3.5 and collecting it. After cleaning, the electric push rod 4.31 rises back, and the cleaning mechanism 2.03 rises.

[0018] Step 5: Clean the testing platform

[0019] Move the wiping mechanism 2.02 in wiping module 2 above the detection head 4.12. The raised detection platform 4.13 lifts the wiping belt 2.17 and the wiping mechanism 2.02 upwards. At this time, the wiping mechanism 2.02 will rotate counterclockwise around the first pin 2.6. Simultaneously, the tension generated by the tension spring 2.4 causes the wiping belt 2.17 to press firmly against the object being cleaned, thus ensuring that the wiping mechanism 2.02 always presses firmly against the object being cleaned during operation. Start the drive motor 2.8, and the wiping belt 2.17 cleans the stone powder left on the platform after detection by the detection head 4.12.

[0020] The wiping mechanism wipes the detection head 4.12 in the following way:

[0021] Alternatively, the linear module 2.14 drives the wiping mechanism 2.02 to move back and forth, and the wiping belt 2.17 wipes the surface of the detection head 4.12 back and forth;

[0022] Alternatively, the linear module 2.14 drives the wiping mechanism 2.02 for positioning, the wiping belt 2.17 is located on the surface of the detection head 4.12, and the drive motor 2.8 drives the wiping belt 2.17 to rotate and wipe the surface of the detection head 4.12;

[0023] Alternatively, the wiping mechanism 2.02 moves back and forth while wiping the surface of the detection head 4.12 by rotating around the wiping belt 2.17.

[0024] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0025] Compared with existing technologies, the method for detecting the composition of gallstones provided by this invention has the following significant advantages:

[0026] Fully automated process: From stone feeding, crushing, testing to cleaning and recycling, everything is done automatically by the equipment, which greatly improves testing efficiency, reduces manual intervention, and reduces operational errors;

[0027] Precise crushing and detection: The pressure head is controlled by an electric actuator to crush the stones in a controlled manner, ensuring that the sample is evenly distributed on the surface of the detection head, thus improving the accuracy and consistency of component detection;

[0028] High-efficiency cleaning and recycling system: Integrating a vacuuming module and a wiping module, it can quickly remove stone powder after testing, avoid residual pollution, and ensure the reliability of subsequent testing;

[0029] The modular design offers high flexibility: the wiping mechanism supports multiple motion modes (reciprocating movement, rotary wiping, or combined motion) to adapt to the cleaning needs of detection heads with different structures, thus improving the applicability of the equipment.

[0030] Compact structure and easy operation: The modules work together, the overall layout is reasonable, and it is easy to maintain and manage samples. It is suitable for various scenarios such as clinical and laboratory settings. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a diagram of the main body of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the vacuum module structure;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the wiping module structure;

[0035] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the wiping mechanism;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a sectional view of the cleaning mechanism structure;

[0037] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the detection module structure;

[0038] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the measurement module structure;

[0039] Figure 9 This is one of the schematic diagrams of the telescopic module structure;

[0040] Figure 10 This is the second schematic diagram of the telescopic module structure;

[0041] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the stone pressing module structure;

[0042] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the fine-tuning module structure;

[0043] Figure 13 This is a flowchart of the present invention.

[0044] Numbers in the attached drawings:

[0045] 1.1 Control panel; 1.2 Outer casing; 1.3 Drawer; 1.2 Telescopic rod; 1.4 Indicator lights; 1.5 Base plate;

[0046] 2. Wiping module; 3. Vacuuming module; 4. Detection module; 5. Electrical components

[0047] 2.01 Linear Module; 2.02 Wiping Mechanism; 2.03 Cleaning Mechanism; 2.1 Slider; 2.2 Base Plate; 2.3 First Bolt; 2.4 Tension Spring; 2.5 Left Housing; 2.6 First Pin; 2.7 Motor Mounting Base; 2.8 Drive Motor; 2.9 Tensioning Plate; 2.10 Second Pin; 2.11 Drive Wheel; 2.12 First Bearing; 2.13 Second Bolt; 2.14 First Driven Wheel; 2.15 Second Driven Wheel; 2.16 Friction Wheel; 2.17 Wiping Belt; 2.18 Tensioning Wheel; 2.19 Support Base; 2.20 Second Bearing; 2.21 Right Housing; 2.22 Plug Screw; 2.23 Pressure Sleeve; 2.24 Downward Pressure Spring; 2.26 Constant Force Pressure Spring; 2.28 Cleaning Motor; 2.29 Cleaning Motor Mounting Base; 2.30 Coupling; 2.31 Brush Head; 2.32 Base;

[0048] 3.1 Fan bracket; 3.2 Fan; 3.3 Silencer; 3.4 Filter element; 3.5 Dust suction pipe;

[0049] 4.1 Measuring module; 4.2 Telescopic module; 4.3 Stone pressing module; 4.4 Fine-tuning module;

[0050] 4.11 Detection unit; 4.12 Detection head; 4.13 Detection platform; 4.14 Base plate; 4.15 Detector base; 4.16 Base side plate; 4.21 Screw module; 4.22 Light shield; 4.23 Telescopic rod; 4.24 First photoelectric switch; 4.25 Discharge hole; 4.26 Sliding baffle; 4.27 Cylindrical pin; 4.28 Reset spring; 4.31 Electric push rod; 4.32 Column; 4.33 Electric push rod bracket; 4.34 Second photoelectric switch; 4.35 Light shield; 4.36 Linear bearing; 4.37 Column mounting plate; 4.38 Column adjusting plate; 4.39 Pressure head; 4.41 Adjusting block; 4.42 Flange bearing; 4.43 Nut; 4.44 Bolt; Detailed Implementation

[0051] The following explanation, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, further illustrates the points:

[0052] like Figure 13 As shown in the flowchart of this invention, it includes multiple steps such as loading the stone to be tested, crushing the stone to be tested, detecting the stone composition, recovering the stone powder, and cleaning the testing platform.

[0053] like Figure 1 As shown in the main body diagram of this invention, the control panel 1.1 is located at the upper front of the detector, mainly responsible for human-computer interaction, controlling the movement of various components of the detector and displaying detection results. The drawer 1.3 is located on the right side of the detector, and can be pressed out and locked. The indicator light 1.4 is located on the outer casing of the main body, indicating the instrument's operating status. When the telescopic rod 4.23 extends out of the main body of this invention, it can support the stones being tested.

[0054] The control panel 1.1 contains a microprocessor circuit and a display screen and is connected to electrical component 5. The control panel 1.1 has the function of exchanging data with the outside world.

[0055] The control panel 1.1 is connected to the linear module 2.01 of the wiping module 2. The forward and reverse rotation of the control motor drives the lead screw nut to realize the forward and backward movement of the wiping mechanism 2.02 and the sweeping mechanism 2.03. The control panel 1.1 is connected to the drive motor 2.8 on the wiping mechanism 2.02 to drive the drive wheel 2.11 to rotate the wiping belt 2.17. The control panel 1.1 is connected to the drive motor 2.8 on the sweeping mechanism 2.03 to drive the brush head 2.31 to rotate and sweep away the stone powder.

[0056] The control panel 1.1 is connected to the fan 3.2 of the vacuum module 3 to control the switch of the fan 3.2.

[0057] The control panel 1.1 is connected to the electric push rod 4.31 of the detection module 4, controlling the electric push rod 4.31 to extend and retract up and down, realizing the stone crushing function and the downward cleaning mechanism 2.03, etc.; the control panel 1.1 is connected to the telescopic module 4.2, and controls the forward and reverse rotation of the motor to drive the lead screw nut to realize the horizontal extension and retraction of the telescopic rod 4.23.

[0058] like Figure 2 As shown in the internal structural diagram of this invention, the wiping module 2 is located on the left side of the device, the dust collection module 3 is located outside the wiping module 2 and fixed to the base plate 1.5, the detection module 4 is located in the middle of the device, and the electrical components 5 are located on the right side of the device. The detection module 4 completes the loading, crushing, and detection of the stones to be tested; the wiping module 2 completes the cleaning of the stone powder after detection and wipes all parts in contact with the stones; the dust collection module 3 recovers the cleaned stone powder.

[0059] like Figure 3The schematic diagram of the dust collection module structure of the present invention shows that the dust collection module 3 is installed on the left side of the detection module 4. The dust collection pipe 3.5 is connected to the base 2.32 of the cleaning mechanism 2.03. After the stone composition detection is completed, the cleaning mechanism 2.03 and the base 2.32 move to the top of the detection head 4.12. The fan 3.2 rotates and sucks the stone powder at the detection head 4.12 into the dust collection pipe 3.5 through the pipe of the base 2.32, and then into the filter element 3.4.

[0060] like Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the wiping module structure of the present invention Figure 5 Exploded view of the wiping mechanism of this invention. Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of the cleaning mechanism of this invention.

[0061] The wiping module 2 includes a linear module 2.01, a wiping mechanism 2.02, and a cleaning mechanism 2.03. The cleaning mechanism 2.03 is fixedly installed at the front end of the wiping mechanism 2.02, and the wiping mechanism 2.02 is movably installed on the linear module 2.01. The upper end of the wiping mechanism 2.02 is connected to the base plate 2.2 of the linear module 2.01 via a first pin 2.6, and the lower end is connected to the first bolt 2.3 on the base plate 2.2 via a tension spring 2.4. This facilitates the disassembly and replacement of the wiping mechanism 2.02 during equipment maintenance. The wiping mechanism 2.02 can rotate around the first pin 2.6. When the wiping mechanism 2.02 is above the detection head 4.12, it will be lifted by the raised detection platform, causing the wiping mechanism 2.02 to rotate counterclockwise around the first pin 2.6. At the same time, the tension of the tension spring 2.4 will cause the wiping mechanism 2.02 to tend to rotate clockwise around the first pin 2.6. At this time, the wiping strip 2.17 of the wiping mechanism 2.02 will contact the detection head 4.12 and will have a certain downward pressure to ensure reliable contact. The slider 2.1 and the substrate 2.2 on the linear module 2.01 can drive the wiping mechanism 2.02 and the cleaning mechanism 2.03 to perform reciprocating linear motion.

[0062] The wiping belt 2.17 of the wiping mechanism 2.02 contacts the driving wheel 2.11, the first driven wheel 2.14, the second driven wheel 2.15, the friction wheel 2.16, and the tension wheel 2.18, respectively, and is driven by the wheel set. The transmission wheel system is connected to the left housing 2.5 and the right housing 2.21 through bearings and pins; the tension wheel 2.18 is installed in the waist-shaped grooves on the left housing 2.5 and the right housing 2.21; the drive motor 2.8 drives the driving wheel 2.11 to rotate, thereby driving the wiping belt 2.17 to move, so as to wipe the surface of the object being cleaned.

[0063] The downward compression spring 2.24 is fitted onto the guide screw 2.22, which is threadedly fixed to the base 2.32 of the sweeping mechanism 2.03. The sweeping motor 2.28 is fixedly mounted on the sweeping motor mounting base 2.29, which is in sliding engagement with the pressure sleeve 2.23. The pressure sleeve 2.23 moves up and down along the guide screw 2.22. The constant force compression spring 2.26 is fitted between the motor mounting base 2.29 and the pressure sleeve 2.23. The brush head 2.31 is mounted on the rotating shaft of the sweeping motor 2.28 via the coupling 2.30.

[0064] The pressure head 4.39 of the pressure module 4.3 presses the pressure sleeve 2.23 of the sweeping mechanism 2.03 downward along the plug screw 2.22. At the same time, the constant force spring 2.26 is compressed, and the sweeping motor 2.28 and the brush head 2.31 move downward together. When the brush head 2.31 extends out of the base 2.32 and contacts the object being cleaned, the pressure sleeve 2.23 continues to press down, and the constant force spring 2.26 is compressed, so that the sweeping motor 2.28 and the brush head 2.31 are subjected to a downward force, thereby ensuring that the brush head 2.31 maintains a certain pressure when it contacts the object being cleaned.

[0065] When cleaning the detection head 4.12 or the discharge hole 4.25, the slider 2.1 of the linear module 2.01 moves forward, aligning the brush head 2.31 of the cleaning mechanism 2.03 vertically with the detection head 4.12 or the discharge hole 4.25. The pressure sleeve 2.23 presses down, driving the cleaning motor 2.28 and the brush head 2.31 to move downwards and contact the surface of the detection head 4.12 or the discharge hole 4.25. The cleaning motor 2.28 drives the brush head 2.31 to rotate, and the brush head 2.31 cleans the stone powder from the surface of the detection head 4.12 or the discharge hole 4.25. At the same time, the fan 3.2 rotates, sucking the stone powder from the detection head 4.12 and the discharge hole 4.25 into the filter element 3.4. After the detection head 4.12 and the discharge hole 4.25 are aligned, they clean simultaneously.

[0066] When wiping the detection head 4.12 or the pressure head 4.39, the telescopic rod 4.23 of the telescopic module 4.2 extends, exposing the detection head 4.12. The linear module 2.01 moves forward, moving the wiping belt 2.17 exposed at the friction wheel 2.16 directly above the detection head 4.12. The drive motor 2.8 drives the drive wheel 2.11 and the wiping belt 2.17 to move, thereby wiping the stone powder on the surface of the detection head 4.12. The pressure head 4.39 of the pressing module 4.3 contacts the wiping belt 2.17, thereby wiping the pressure head 4.39.

[0067] like Figure 7The schematic diagram of the detection module structure of this invention shows that the detection module 4 includes a measuring module 4.1, a telescopic module 4.2, a pressing stone module 4.3, and a fine-tuning module 4.4. The pressing stone module 4.3 is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the base plate 4.14 of the measuring module 4.1; the telescopic module 4.2 is fixedly installed on the lower surface of the base plate 4.14 of the measuring module 4.1; and the fine-tuning module 4.4 is installed on the side of the pressing stone module 4.3. When in the detection position, the detection head 4.12, the discharge hole 4.25, and the pressing head 4.39 are vertically aligned. The position of the pressing stone module 4.3 along the axis of the fine-tuning bolt 4.44 can be adjusted by rotating the fine-tuning bolt 4.44 on the fine-tuning module 4.4, so that the pressing stone module 4.3 is vertically aligned with the measuring module 4.1.

[0068] Figure 8 The diagram shows the structure of the measurement module. The detection unit 4.11 is fixedly mounted on the detector base 4.15, the base side plate 4.16 is mounted on the detector base 4.15, and the base plate 4.14 is mounted on the base side plate 4.16. The detection platform 4.13 protrudes from the upper surface of the detection unit 4.11 and is flush with the detection head 4.12.

[0069] Figure 9 , Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the telescopic module structure. The discharge hole 4.25 is located on the upper surface of the telescopic rod 4.23 and is used to place the stones to be tested. The sliding baffle 4.26 is installed on the lower surface of the telescopic rod 4.23 via a cylindrical pin 4.27 and a reset spring 4.28. When the reset spring 4.28 is in the reset state, the sliding baffle 4.26 blocks the discharge hole 4.25, preventing the stones from falling out. The telescopic rod 4.23 is fixed to the lead screw module 4.21, which also has two light-shielding plates 4.22 and a photoelectric switch 4.24 for sensing the travel of the telescopic rod 4.23.

[0070] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the pressing module structure. A shielding plate 4.35 is mounted on the electric actuator 4.31. The electric actuator 4.31 and the second photoelectric switch 4.34 are fixed to the electric actuator bracket 4.33. The shielding plate 4.35 and the second photoelectric switch 4.34 sense the vertical movement of the electric actuator 4.31. The electric actuator bracket 4.33 is fixed to the column 4.32, which is fixed to the column mounting plate 4.37. The column mounting plate 4.37 is mounted on the column adjusting plate 4.38. The pressing head 4.39 is mounted at the lower end of the electric actuator 4.31. The electric actuator 4.31 is driven to move up and down by a linear bearing 4.36 that passes through and is fixed to the column 4.32.

[0071] Figure 12The diagram shows the structure of the fine-tuning module. Two flange bearings 4.42 are mounted to the adjusting block 4.41 from both sides. A fine-tuning bolt 4.44 passes through the inner hole of the flange bearing 4.42 from the right side, and a nut 4.43 is mounted on the fine-tuning bolt 4.44 from the other side. The position of the pressure stone module 4.3 along the axis of the fine-tuning bolt 4.44 can be adjusted by rotating the fine-tuning bolt 4.44.

[0072] When the detection module 4 is working, the sliding block of the telescopic module 4.2 drives the telescopic rod 4.23 and the discharge hole 4.25 to extend outward from the equipment housing. At this time, the sliding baffle 4.26 is directly below the discharge hole 4.25. When the stone to be tested is put into the discharge hole 4.25, the sliding baffle 4.26 prevents the stone to be tested from falling downward. Then, the sliding block of the telescopic module 4.2 drives the telescopic rod 4.23 and the discharge hole 4.25 to retract. During the retraction process, the sliding baffle 4.26 stops moving when it is obstructed by the raised detection platform 4.13. The telescopic rod 4.23 and the discharge hole 4.25 continue to retract until the detected stone gradually transitions from the sliding baffle 4.26 to the detection platform 4.13. The telescopic rod 4.23 and the discharge hole 4.25 continue to retract until the discharge hole 4.25, the detection head 4.12, and the pressure head 4.39 are vertically aligned. At this point, the telescopic rod 4.23 and the discharge hole 4.25 stop moving. The electric actuator 4.31 drives the pressure head 4.39 to press down, crushing the stone and pressing the stone powder tightly onto the detection head 4.12. The detection unit 4.11 begins to analyze the composition of the stone and transmits the detection results back to the control panel for display. After the test is completed, the electric actuator 4.31 drives the pressure head 4.39 to rise, and the wiping module 2 begins the wiping and cleaning work.

[0073] In the wiping module 2, the slider 2.1 of the linear module 2.01 moves forward, aligning the brush head 2.10 of the cleaning mechanism 2.03 with the detection head 4.12 and the discharge hole 4.25. The electric push rod 4.31 drives the pressure head 4.39 to press down the pressure sleeve 2.23. The pressure sleeve 2.23 drives the cleaning motor 2.28 and the brush head 2.31 to move downward and contact the surfaces of the detection head 4.12 and the discharge hole 4.25. The cleaning motor 2.28 works and drives the brush head 2.31 to rotate. The brush head 2.10 cleans the stone powder on the surface of the detection head 4.12 and the discharge hole 4.25. At the same time, the fan 3.2 rotates, sucking the stone powder at the detection head 4.12 and the discharge hole 4.25 into the filter element 3.4. After cleaning is completed, the electric push rod 4.311 drives the pressure head 4.39 to rise, and the pressure sleeve 2.23, under the action of the downward pressure spring 2.24, drives the cleaning motor 2.28 and the brush head 2.31 to rise together.

[0074] The telescopic rod 4.23 of the telescopic module 4.2 extends, and the linear module 2.01 continues to move forward, moving the wiping belt 2.17 directly above the detection head 4.12. The drive motor 2.8 then operates, driving the drive wheel 2.11 and the wiping belt 2.17 to move, thereby wiping away the stone powder on the surface of the detection head 4.12. After the wiping operation is completed, the linear module 2.01 moves backward to its original position, and the telescopic rod 4.23 of the telescopic module 4.2 retracts, ending the detection operation.

[0075] The detection unit 4.11 of the present invention adopts the prior art. The detection unit 4.11 has an interface connected to the control panel and has the function of transmitting control signals and detection result data.

Claims

1. A method for detecting the composition of kidney stones, implemented using automated equipment comprising a detection module, a wiping module, and a vacuuming module, characterized by the following sequential steps: Step 1: Load the stones to be tested In the detection module (4), the telescopic module (4.2) is fixed on the measuring module (4.1). The slider of the telescopic module drives the discharge hole (4.25) connected to the telescopic rod (4.23) to extend outward. The discharge hole (4.25) is outside the equipment shell. The stone to be tested is put into the discharge hole (4.25). The slider of the telescopic module (4.2) drives the discharge hole (4.25) connected to the telescopic rod (4.23) to retract. At this time, the discharge hole (4.25) is located above the detection head (4.12) of the measuring component (4.1). Step 2: Crush the stones to be tested The electric actuator (4.31) fixed above the detection head (4.12) drives the pressure head (4.39) to descend, crushing the stone to be tested in the discharge hole (4.25) and forming it on the detection head (4.12); Step 3: Analyze the composition of the stones The detection unit (4.11) analyzes the composition of the stone powder to be tested on the platform of the detection head (4.12). After the analysis is completed, the electric actuator (4.31) rises back and the detection results are transmitted back to the control panel and displayed. Step 4: Recover stone powder Move the cleaning mechanism (2.03) in the wiping module (2) above the detection head (4.12), press down the cleaning mechanism (2.03) with the electric push rod (4.31) and turn on the cleaning motor (2.28). The brush head (2.31) rotates and cleans the discharge hole (4.25) and the detection head (4.12). At the same time, the fan (3.2) of the dust collection module (3) starts and sucks the stone powder detected at the detection head (4.12) into the dust collection pipe (3.5) and collects it. After cleaning, the electric push rod (4.31) rises back and the cleaning mechanism (2.03) rises. Step 5: Clean the testing platform Move the wiping mechanism (2.02) in the wiping module (2) above the detection head (4.12) so that the wiping strip (2.17) of the wiping mechanism (2.02) contacts the surface of the detection head (4.12) and applies a clamping force. Start the drive motor (2.8) and the wiping strip (2.17) cleans the stone powder left on the platform after the detection head (4.12) has been detected.

2. The method for detecting the composition of gallstones according to claim 1, characterized in that... In step 5: The wiping mechanism (2.02) contains a transmission wheel system and a wiping belt (2.17). The linear module (2.01) moves the wiping mechanism (2.02) and the wiping belt (2.17) above the detection head (4.12). After the wiping mechanism (2.02) contacts the raised detection head (4.12), it lifts upward and makes the wiping belt (2.17) press against the detection head (4.12). Then the drive motor (2.8) on the wiping mechanism drives the wiping belt (2.17) to move, thereby cleaning the residual stone powder on the detection head (4.12). After cleaning is completed, the drive motor (2.8) stops rotating, and the linear module (2.01) moves the wiping strip (2.17) of the wiping mechanism (2.02) out of the detection head (4.12).

3. The method for detecting the composition of gallstones according to claim 1, characterized in that... In step 4, the suction pipe (3.5) of the suction module (3) is connected to the base (2.32) in the cleaning mechanism (2.03). After the fan (3.2) is started, the airflow passes through the base (2.32), suction pipe (3.5), filter element (3.4), fan (3.2) and silencer (3.3) in sequence. The stone powder is sucked up from the discharge hole (4.25) and detection head (4.12) and passes through the base (2.32) and suction pipe (3.5) in sequence and is collected at the filter element (3.4).

4. The method for detecting the composition of gallstones according to claim 1, characterized in that... The sliding baffle (4.26) is movably connected to the telescopic rod (4.23), and is further connected to the telescopic rod (4.23) by a cylindrical pin (4.27) and a return spring (4.28); When loading the stone to be tested, the telescopic rod (4.23) extends, and at this time the reset spring (4.28) presses the sliding baffle (4.26) to the left end. The sliding baffle (4.26) is located below the discharge hole (4.25), ensuring that the stone to be tested is located in the discharge hole (4.25). When the telescopic rod (4.23) retracts, the sliding baffle (4.26) will touch the detection platform (4.13) of the detection unit (4.11). At this time, the circular contour of the sliding baffle (4.26) and the circular contour of the detection platform (4.13) are in contact, and the reset spring (4.28) is gradually compressed. The upper surfaces of the two parts are flush, and the detection platform (4.13) prevents the sliding baffle (4.26) from retracting further with the telescopic rod (4.23). The telescopic rod (4.23) drives the discharge hole (4.25) to retract further. The stone to be tested in the discharge hole (4.25) gradually changes from the sliding baffle (4.26) to the detection platform (4.13). The telescopic rod (4.23) retracts further so that the stone to be tested in the discharge hole (4.25) is just above the detection head (4.12). The sliding baffle (4.26) at the bottom of the telescopic rod (4.23) realizes the bearing and transfer of the stone.

5. The method for detecting the composition of gallstones according to claim 4, characterized in that... The telescopic module (4.2) is equipped with a first photoelectric switch (4.24) and a light shield (4.22) on its side. The travel of the telescopic rod (4.23) is adjusted by sensing signals through the first photoelectric switch (4.24) and the light shield (4.22). The stroke position of the electric push rod (4.31) that drives the pressure head (4.39) is detected by the second photoelectric switch (4.34) and the shield (4.35) to achieve precise control of each step.

6. The method for detecting the composition of gallstones according to claim 2, characterized in that... The wiping mechanism wipes the detection head (4.12) in the following way: Alternatively, the linear module (2.14) drives the wiping mechanism (2.02) to move back and forth, and the wiping belt (2.17) wipes the surface of the detection head (4.12) back and forth; Alternatively, the linear module (2.14) drives the wiping mechanism (2.02) for positioning, the wiping strip (2.17) is located on the surface of the detection head (4.12), and the drive motor (2.8) drives the wiping strip (2.17) to rotate and wipe the surface of the detection head (4.12); Alternatively, the wiping mechanism (2.02) moves back and forth while the wiping belt (2.17) rotates around the surface of the detection head (4.12).

7. The method for detecting the composition of gallstones according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the cleaning and inspection platform step, an adaptive pressing mechanism is used to achieve the self-adaptive clamping between the wiping strip (2.17) and the surface of the inspection head (4.12). When the wiping mechanism (2.02) moves above the detection head (4.12), it is lifted by its protruding structure and rotates around the first pin (2.6), and the wiping strip (2.17) is always pressed against the surface of the detection head (4.12) by the restoring force of the tension spring (2.4).

8. The method for detecting the composition of gallstones according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the cleaning and testing platform step, the wiping mechanism (2.02) in the wiping module (2) is moved above the testing head (4.12), and the electric push rod (4.31) drives the pressure head (4.39) to descend, so that the wiping strip (2.17) of the wiping mechanism (2.02) contacts the surface of the pressure head (4.39). The drive motor (2.8) is started, and the wiping strip (2.17) cleans the stone powder left on the pressure head (4.39).