Modular display assembly for a rack

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to modular display assemblies for a gantry. At least one example embodiment provides a radiation therapy machine including a gantry and a display assembly that is detachably coupled to the gantry and rotatable relative to the gantry. At least another example embodiment provides a display assembly for a radiation therapy machine, the display assembly including a display, a swing arm coupled to the display, a mounting arm coupled to the swing arm, and a pivotable bracket coupled to the display.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] One or more exemplary embodiments relate to a display assembly that is detachably coupled to a rack, such as a rack for a radiotherapy machine. Background Technology

[0002] Radiation therapy machines can be used to treat a variety of cancers and non-malignant diseases. Typically, ionizing radiation (including photons such as X-rays and gamma rays, as well as charged particles such as protons and electrons) is directed to the target area. In many cases, this ionizing radiation is generated by linear accelerators or cyclotrons. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The scope of protection sought with respect to the various exemplary embodiments is defined by the independent claims. Exemplary embodiments and / or features (if any) described in this specification that are not within the scope of the independent claims should be interpreted as examples that help to understand the various embodiments.

[0004] Regardless of how the grammatical terms are used, male and female are both included in the term "individual".

[0005] According to at least one exemplary embodiment, a radiotherapy machine includes: a gantry; and a display assembly detachably coupled to the gantry and rotatable relative to the gantry. At least another exemplary embodiment provides a display assembly for a radiotherapy machine, the display assembly including: a display; a swing arm coupled to the display; a mounting arm coupled to the swing arm; and a pivotable support coupled to the display.

[0006] According to at least one exemplary embodiment, a display assembly for a radiotherapy machine includes: a display screen; a swing arm coupled to the display screen; a mounting arm coupled to the swing arm; and a pivotable support coupled to the display screen. Attached Figure Description

[0007] Exemplary embodiments will be more fully understood from the detailed description and accompanying drawings given below, wherein the same elements are indicated by the same reference numerals, which are given by way of illustration only and are not intended to limit this disclosure.

[0008] Figure 1A-Figure 1B A radiotherapy machine with a detachable display assembly is shown according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0009] Figures 2A-2C An exemplary embodiment is shown. Figure 1A-Figure 1B The detachable display assembly of the radiotherapy machine shown rotates and moves.

[0010] Figure 3An illustration is provided according to one or more exemplary embodiments. Figure 1A-Figure 1B Rear view of the detachable display assembly of the radiotherapy machine shown, with the display screen facing away from the treatment area.

[0011] Figure 4 An illustration is provided according to one or more exemplary embodiments. Figure 1A-Figure 1B Rear view of the detachable display assembly of the radiotherapy machine shown, with the display screen facing the treatment area.

[0012] Figure 5 An illustration is provided according to one or more exemplary embodiments. Figure 1A-Figure 1B The detachable display assembly shown is removed from the rack.

[0013] Figure 6 An illustration is provided according to one or more exemplary embodiments. Figures 1A-1B The detachable display assembly shown features a pivotable stand.

[0014] Figure 7 An illustration is provided according to one or more exemplary embodiments. Figures 1A-1B The rear view of the display assembly shown has a pivotable stand.

[0015] Figure 8 Another pivotable support is shown according to one or more exemplary embodiments.

[0016] It should be noted that these drawings are intended to illustrate the general characteristics of the methods, structures, and / or materials used in certain exemplary embodiments and to supplement the written description provided below. However, these drawings are not drawn to scale and may not accurately reflect the precise structural or performance characteristics of any given embodiment, and should not be construed as defining or limiting the scope of values ​​or properties contained in the exemplary embodiments. The use of similar or identical reference numerals in different drawings is intended to indicate the presence of similar or identical elements or features. Detailed Implementation

[0017] Various exemplary embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings, some of which illustrate exemplary embodiments.

[0018] This document discloses detailed illustrative embodiments. However, the specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are representative only for the purpose of describing exemplary embodiments. Exemplary embodiments may be embodied in many alternative forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein.

[0019] It should be understood that the exemplary embodiments are not intended to be limited to the specific forms disclosed. Rather, the exemplary embodiments are intended to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of this disclosure. Throughout the description of the drawings, the same numbers refer to the same elements.

[0020] As discussed in this article, the terms “one or more” and “at least one” are used interchangeably.

[0021] It should be understood that many exemplary embodiments may be used in combination.

[0022] Access to internal components during radiotherapy machine maintenance can be very time-consuming and expensive. Components designed to be located at the center of the radiotherapy machine limit direct access to many internal components that require routine and frequent maintenance. These components may be large and heavy, and must be moved away to allow for more efficient maintenance procedures.

[0023] At least some exemplary embodiments provide an improved system that allows technicians to access internal components of a radiotherapy machine. At least some exemplary embodiments provide a display assembly detachably coupled to the radiotherapy machine such that, when the display assembly is rotated, the technician can access the internal components.

[0024] Figures 1A-1B A radiotherapy machine with a detachable display assembly is shown according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0025] Figure 1A A radiotherapy system 100 is shown. The radiotherapy system 100 can be used with... Figure 1A The radiotherapy system depicted is similar. Radiotherapy system 100 may include a radiotherapy machine 110. The radiotherapy machine 110 may communicate with a remote control system or other devices that communicate with the radiotherapy machine 110.

[0026] The methods and systems described herein are not limited to the specific radiotherapy systems described and depicted herein (e.g., Figure 1A-Figure 1B (The radiotherapy system depicted in the text).

[0027] Figure 1A Combination Figure 1B Various features of an exemplary radiotherapy machine 110 are shown.

[0028] The radiotherapy machine 110 may include a treatment bed 122 for placing a patient to receive radiotherapy. The treatment bed 122 may be configured to align the patient in a designated location during treatment. For example, patient data may be acquired, analyzed, and utilized from the patient's radiotherapy files to locate the patient. In some embodiments, a physician determines how to align the patient on the treatment bed 122 to optimize treatment. The treatment bed 122 may be adjusted based on the patient's location during treatment. For example, if the patient's tumor is located on their left pectoral muscle, the treatment bed 122 may be configured to target radiation to the patient's left pectoral muscle. In some embodiments, the treatment bed 122 may be adjustable in any axis. For example, the treatment bed may be raised or lowered, or adjusted to move toward or away from the radiotherapy machine 110. The treatment bed 122 may also be adjusted about an isocenter to allow for rotation, pitch, and roll. In other embodiments, the treatment bed may have fewer degrees of freedom / axis of movement.

[0029] Technicians can manually adjust the treatment bed 122 using the radiotherapy system 100, or the treatment bed 122 can be automatically adjusted based on the patient's records.

[0030] The radiotherapy machine 110 may also include a gantry 124. The gantry 124 may be arranged on a central axis 125 and configured to rotate about the central axis 125. The gantry 124 may be positioned proximally relative to the treatment bed 122. During rotation, when the patient is lying on the treatment bed 122, the gantry 124 may be configured to emit radiation toward the treatment bed 122. Figure 1B A non-limiting example of a rotating rack 124 is depicted. The rack 124 may also include a display panel 126. The display panel 126 is a detachable display assembly 200 (e.g., Figures 2A-4 (as shown in the diagram). In some configurations, the display panel 126 is configured to rotate as the rack 124 rotates. Rotation of the display panel 126 can maintain the orientation of the image displayed on the screen relative to a person viewing the display panel 126. For example, the orientation of the content displayed to the person can remain unchanged as the rack 124 rotates.

[0031] Display panel 126 may be detachably coupled to radiotherapy machine 110, proximal to the treatment bed 122, such that the display screen is flush or substantially flush with the outer surface of gantry 124. Display panel 126 may also be disposed at the throat of gantry 124. Display panel 126 may communicate with control equipment to display various pages, information, and / or graphics. For example, display panel 126 may display a page informing a technician of the next step / stage in the treatment process. In various other embodiments, display panel 126 may display images regarding maintenance to be performed. For example, in some exemplary embodiments, display panel 126 displays a service mode application that provides room adjustment, calibration, and other service and maintenance tools.

[0032] The display panel 126 may be a touch screen, and can control the pages generated by the control device displayed on the display panel 126.

[0033] The radiotherapy system 100 may also include an imager 142 configured to capture medical images, such as medical images of a patient lying on a treatment bed 122.

[0034] The distal end of the treatment bed 122 may be opposite to the proximal end of the treatment bed 122. The distal end of the treatment bed 122 may also be opposite to the display panel 126.

[0035] The display panel 126 can be coupled to the rack 124, so that the display panel 126 rotates together with the rack 124.

[0036] In some embodiments, the content of the display panel 126 can also be rotated. For example, if the rack 124 is rotated 20 degrees clockwise, the content of the display panel 126 can also be rotated (e.g., 20 degrees counterclockwise). This rotation allows patients and / or technicians to easily view the various pages described herein as the rack changes its orientation. Furthermore, although the display is shown as rectangular, it should be clearly understood that the display can also be other shapes (e.g., circular or elliptical).

[0037] Figures 2A-2C An exemplary embodiment is shown. Figure 1A-Figure 1B The detachable display assembly is shown for rotation and movement. More specifically, Figures 2A-2C The movement of the detachable display assembly 200 is shown, allowing access to internal portions within the gantry throat. This access allows service personnel to access the internal components of the radiotherapy machine.

[0038] The display assembly 200 includes a display panel 126, latching arms 230a and 230b, a swing arm 235, mounting arms 240a and 240b, and a pivotable bracket 245.

[0039] Figure 2A The display panel 126 is shown in a position that allows the radiotherapy machine to treat the patient without disturbing the patient treatment bed 122. The gantry 124 includes a housing 205 located at the throat of the gantry 124. The housing 205 defines an opening 210. The opening 210 provides access to an internal region 215 containing internal components of the radiotherapy machine, for example, for maintenance. As will be described in more detail below, the display panel 126 can be rotated into the opening 210 to cover the internal region 215 and prevent contact with the internal components. This allows easy access to the internal components during maintenance while also providing a way to cover the internal region 215.

[0040] The opening 210 may be sized to correspond to the display panel 126. In some exemplary embodiments, the opening 210 may be sized such that the display panel 126 is flush with or substantially flush with the outer surface 267 of the housing 205. In other exemplary embodiments, the opening 210 may be slightly larger than the display panel 126, such that when the display panel 126 is located in the opening 210, a service personnel can access the gap between the display panel 126 and the housing 205. In some exemplary embodiments, the gap provides a region for a service personnel to access a lever for releasing the display assembly 200 from the rack. A cover (not shown) may be placed over the gap such that when the display assembly 200 is locked to the housing 205 (as described in more detail below), the display panel 126 becomes flush with or substantially flush with the outer surface 267 of the housing 205.

[0041] like Figure 2B As shown, the display assembly 200 is rotatable relative to the rack about a first axis 220 to expose an internal region 215. The first axis 220 extends along the longitudinal direction of the housing 205 (throat). The display assembly 200 can be rotated clockwise about axis 220 to expose the internal region 215 and allow access.

[0042] In addition, such as Figure 2C As shown, display panel 126 is rotatable about a second axis 250 relative to swing arm 235. More specifically, display panel 126 is rotatable counterclockwise about axis 250. In various other embodiments, display panel 126 can display an image about maintenance to be performed, allowing service personnel to view display panel 126 while performing maintenance on radiotherapy machine 110. By rotating display panel 126 counterclockwise about axis 250, technicians can view the content displayed on display panel 126 while performing maintenance on internal components. Axis 250 is parallel or substantially parallel to axis 220.

[0043] Therefore, the display assembly 200 is configured to rotate in a first direction to expose the opening 210, and the display panel 126 is configured to rotate in a second direction, the first direction and the second direction being opposite directions.

[0044] The display mounting bracket 260 is located within the interior region 215 of the housing 205. The housing 205 may include an inner surface 265 and an outer surface 267. The display mounting bracket 260 may be attached to the inner surface 265 and extend across the opening 210. In some exemplary embodiments, the display mounting bracket 260 extends in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the housing 205. Figure 2A-2C In the exemplary embodiment shown, the width of the opening 210 is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the housing 205. Therefore, the display mounting bracket 260 can be coupled to opposite sides of the housing 205 defining the opening 210.

[0045] The display assembly 200 is detachably coupled to the display mounting bracket 260. The display assembly includes couplers 270a and 270b that couple a first side 275 of the display assembly 200 to the housing 205. More specifically, latching arms 230a and 230b of the display assembly 200 are located on the first side of the display assembly 200. When the display panel 126 is in... Figure 2A When in the indicated position, latch arms 230a and 230b can be coupled to couplers 270a and 270b, respectively, to hold the display panel 126 in place. Figure 2A The positions shown are indicated. In some embodiments, latch arms 230a, 230b can be coupled to couplers 270a, 270b using screws, latches, fixing fasteners and / or non-fixing fasteners to secure and release the display panel 126 from the couplers 270a, 270b.

[0046] When couplers 270a and 270b release the display assembly 200 and / or no longer couple the display assembly 200 to the housing 205 (i.e., couplers 270a and 270b are not coupled to latch arms 230a and 230b, respectively), the display assembly 200 can rotate about axis 220.

[0047] Figure 3 An illustration is provided according to one or more exemplary embodiments. Figures 1A-1B The rear view of the display assembly shown, with the display screen facing away from the treatment area.

[0048] The monitor mount 260 includes two opposing vertical supports 272V and two opposing horizontal crossbars 272H, which form a rectangle defining an interior region 273. The interior region 273 is part of an interior region 215. One of the opposing vertical supports 272V includes two hinges 274 mounted at opposite ends of the vertical support 272V. The hinges 274 allow the monitor assembly 200 to rotate about axis 220. Although two hinges 274 are shown, it should be understood that one or more hinges may be used.

[0049] The display mounting bracket 260 also includes a swing arm 276 coupled to the hinge 274. The swing arm 276 includes mounting tabs 278a and 278b at both ends. A follower arm 280 restricts rotation of the display panel 126, preventing it from exceeding the rotation limit and interfering with the cover and other components. The follower arm 280 may also include a hole into which a spring-loaded locking pin can be inserted to lock rotation at this limit. The locking pin can be pulled out to unlock the follower arm 280 before rotating the display panel 126 back to the opening 210.

[0050] Mounting tabs 278a and 278b are detachably coupled to mounting arms 240a and 240b, respectively. In one exemplary embodiment, mounting tabs 278a and 278b include internal horizontal protrusions, and mounting arms 240a and 240b include grooves for receiving the protrusions, such that mounting arms 240a and 240b "sit" on mounting tabs 278a and 278b, respectively.

[0051] Mounting arms 240a and 240b are part of a swing arm 235. The swing arm 235 also includes two hinges 282 that allow the display panel 126 to rotate about axis 250. The hinges 282 are located at opposite ends of a first side of the swing arm 235, while the mounting arms 240a and 240b are located at opposite ends of a second side of the swing arm 235. The first and second sides of the swing arm 235 extend along the longitudinal direction of the swing arm 235 and the longitudinal direction of the display panel 126. The hinges 282 are coupled to a plate 284, which is coupled to the rear side 286 of the display panel 126. The rear side 286 of the display panel 126 is opposite to the front side of the display panel 126 displaying the content. The remainder of the swing arm 235, including the mounting arms 240a and 240b, is not directly coupled to the plate 284.

[0052] Therefore, as Figure 4 As shown, the display panel 126 can rotate about axis 250 (via hinge 282) while still being coupled to the display mounting bracket 260 via mounting arms 240a, 240b to mounting tabs 278a, 278b.

[0053] like Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the display assembly 200 also includes an electrical control panel 288 mounted on the rear side 286 of the display panel 126. The electrical control panel 288 provides ports for various connection cables 290 (e.g., power and display cables, such as HDMI). The connection cables 290 are detachably connected to corresponding cables in the rack 124. For example, the power cord of the display assembly 200 is detachably connected to the power cord in the rack 124. This allows the display panel 126 to be electrically coupled to the rack 124 (and the radiotherapy system 100) and to operate when rotated about axes 220 and 250.

[0054] Figure 5 An exemplary embodiment of removing the display assembly 200 from the display mounting bracket 260 is shown. Figure 5 In this configuration, the display assembly 200 can be removed from the display mounting bracket 260 by disconnecting cable 290 from the corresponding cable 505 (e.g., power and video cables) in the rack. More specifically, each of the two cables 290 (e.g., one for video and the other for power) has connectors 290a and 290b. Similarly, each of the two cables 505 has connectors 505a and 505b. In some exemplary embodiments, connector 290a can be disconnected from connector 505a by pulling the two connectors apart. Similarly, connector 290b can be disconnected from connector 505b by pulling the two connectors apart. In some embodiments, connectors 505a and 505b can be directly connected to the electrical control panel 288 on the rear side 286.

[0055] Furthermore, mounting arm 240a can be pulled out from mounting tab 278a. More specifically, mounting arm 240a includes a groove 512 that sits on the inner portion of tab 278a. A technician can remove the display assembly 200 from the display mount 260 by lifting and pulling the display assembly 200 in the direction indicated by arrow 510. Although not fully shown, mounting arm 240b disengages from tab 278b in a similar manner, and this occurs simultaneously with mounting arm 240a disengaging from tab 278a.

[0056] When the display assembly 200 is removed from the rack 124, the display panel 126 can be tilted at an angle onto a surface using a pivotable stand 245. This allows the display panel 126 to be positioned at an angle on the surface, enabling technicians to view it from an ideal angle.

[0057] Figure 6 The illustration shows a display assembly 200 being removed from a rack 124 according to one or more exemplary embodiments. Figure 6 As shown, the pivotable support 245 pivots on surface 600 at a desired viewing angle. Figure 6In this embodiment, surface 600 is shown as the floor of the room where the radiotherapy machine is placed. However, the exemplary embodiment is not limited to this, and the display assembly may be placed on another flat surface, such as a table. Since the display assembly 200 includes cables 290, the display assembly may be configured to connect to separate cables 610, which also provide power and video from the radiotherapy machine 110.

[0058] In other embodiments, cable 610 can be directly connected to the back of display panel 126 for HDMI and power. Alternatively, the HDBaseT receiver can be connected to the same connector on the back of display panel 126 (via power and HDMI cables), and the power and CAT6 cables will connect between the HDBaseT receiver and the radiotherapy machine.

[0059] Figure 7 An illustration is provided according to one or more exemplary embodiments. Figure 1A-Figure 1B The rear view of the display assembly shown has a pivotable stand.

[0060] like Figure 7 As shown, a pivotable bracket 245 is connected to the rear side 286 of the display panel 126 and includes at least one lever-locking hinge 710, another hinge 712, and a U-shaped rod 715. The two ends of the U-shaped rod are connected to hinges 710 and 712, respectively. The hinges are located on the side 275 of the display assembly 200.

[0061] The lever-locking hinge 710 is configured to pivot the U-shaped rod 715 relative to a plurality of predetermined positions. In some exemplary embodiments, hinge 712 is also a lever-locking hinge. However, in other exemplary embodiments, hinge 712 is another type of hinge, or a component that allows the U-shaped rod to pivot about a position of hinge 712. The U-shaped rod 715 rotates about an axis along the longitudinal axis of the display panel 126. However, exemplary embodiments are not limited thereto.

[0062] Although Figure 7 The image shows a U-shaped rod 715, but other shapes can also be used to position the display panel 126 at an angle on a base surface (e.g., a table surface, a room floor surface), such as... Figure 8 As shown.

[0063] exist Figure 8 In this case, the pivotable support may include a pivot support 805, a rod (leg) 810, and a chain 815.

[0064] Although the terms first, second, etc., may be used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are used only to distinguish one element from another. For example, without departing from the scope of this disclosure, a first element may be referred to as a second element, and similarly, a second element may be referred to as a first element. As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0065] When an element is described as "connected" or "coupled" to another element, it can be directly connected or coupled to that other element, or there may be an intermediate element. In contrast, when an element is described as "directly connected" or "directly attached" to another element, there is no intermediate element. Other terms used to describe the relationship between elements should be interpreted similarly (e.g., "between" and "directly between," "adjacent" and "directly adjacent," etc.).

[0066] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprising,” “including,” “containing,” and / or “comprise,” as used herein, indicate the presence of features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0067] It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, functions / actions may occur in the order shown in the diagram. For example, two diagrams shown consecutively may actually be executed substantially simultaneously, or sometimes in a relative order, depending on the functions / actions involved.

[0068] Specific details are provided in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of exemplary embodiments. However, those skilled in the art will understand that exemplary embodiments can be practiced without these specific details. For example, systems may be shown as block diagrams to avoid obscuring exemplary embodiments with unnecessary details. In other instances, well-known processes, structures, and techniques may be shown without unnecessary details to avoid obscuring exemplary embodiments.

[0069] As discussed herein, illustrative embodiments are described using action and symbolic representations of reference operations (e.g., in the form of flowcharts, schematic diagrams, data flow diagrams, structural diagrams, block diagrams, etc.). Operations can be implemented as program modules or functional processes, including routines, programs, objects, components, data structures, etc., which perform specific tasks or implement specific abstract data types, and can be implemented using existing hardware, such as processing or control circuitry, including, but not limited to, one or more processors, one or more central processing units (CPUs), one or more controllers, one or more arithmetic logic units (ALUs), one or more digital signal processors (DSPs), one or more microcomputers, one or more field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), one or more system-on-a-chip (SoCs), one or more programmable logic units (PLUs), one or more microprocessors, one or more application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), or any other device capable of responding to and executing instructions in a defined manner.

[0070] Although flowcharts can describe operations as a sequential process, many operations can be executed in parallel, concurrently, or simultaneously. Furthermore, the order of operations can be rearranged. A process may terminate when its operations are completed, but it may also contain additional steps not shown in the diagram. A process can correspond to a method, function, procedure, subroutine, subroutine, etc. When a process corresponds to a function, its termination can correspond to the function returning to the calling function or the main function.

[0071] As disclosed herein, the terms “memory,” “storage medium,” “processor-readable medium,” “computer-readable storage medium,” or “non-transitory computer-readable storage medium” can refer to one or more devices for storing data, including read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), magnetic RAM, magnetic core memory, disk storage media, optical storage media, flash memory devices, and / or other tangible machine-readable media for storing information. The term “computer-readable medium” can include, but is not limited to, portable or fixed storage devices, optical storage devices, and a variety of other media capable of storing, containing, or carrying instructions and / or data.

[0072] Furthermore, exemplary embodiments can be implemented using hardware, software, firmware, middleware, microcode, hardware description languages, or any combination thereof. When implemented as software, firmware, middleware, or microcode, program code or code segments performing necessary tasks can be stored in a machine or computer-readable medium, such as a computer-readable storage medium. When implemented as software, one or more processors will perform the necessary tasks. For example, as described above, according to one or more exemplary embodiments, at least one memory may include or store computer program code, and said at least one memory and said computer program code may be configured, together with at least one processor, to cause network elements or network devices to perform necessary tasks. Furthermore, the processor, memory, and example algorithms encoded as computer program code serve as means to provide or cause the performance of the operations discussed herein.

[0073] The terms “include” and / or “have” as used herein are defined as inclusion (i.e., open-ended language). The term “coupled” as used herein is defined as a connection, although not necessarily a direct connection or a mechanical connection. Terms derived from the word “indicating” (e.g., “indicates” and “indication”) are intended to encompass all the various available techniques for conveying or referencing the indicated object / information. Some, but not all, examples of techniques that can be used to convey or refer to the indicated object / information include: conveying the indicated object / information; conveying an identifier of the indicated object / information; conveying information used to generate the indicated object / information; conveying certain parts or portions of the indicated object / information; conveying certain derived information of the indicated object / information; and conveying certain symbols representing the indicated object / information.

[0074] The benefits, other advantages, and solutions to problems have been described above with respect to specific embodiments. However, the benefits, advantages, solutions to problems, and any elements that may lead to or produce such benefits, advantages, or solutions, or make such benefits, advantages, or solutions more apparent, should not be construed as key, essential, or fundamental features or elements of any or all claims.

[0075] Non-limiting illustrative examples

[0076] Illustrative Example 1. A radiotherapy machine includes: a gantry; and a display assembly detachably coupled to the gantry and rotatable relative to the gantry.

[0077] Illustrative Example 2. A radiotherapy machine according to Illustrative Example 1, wherein the display assembly is detachably coupled to an internal portion of the gantry.

[0078] Illustrative Example 3. A radiotherapy machine according to any one of Illustrative Examples 1-2, wherein the gantry comprises: a housing defining an opening; and a display mounting bracket to which the display assembly is detachably coupled, the display mounting bracket including at least one first hinge for rotating the display assembly relative to the gantry about a first axis and exposing the opening.

[0079] Illustrative Example 4. A radiotherapy machine according to Illustrative Example 3, wherein the display assembly includes: a display screen; and a swing arm including at least one second hinge configured to rotate the display screen about a second axis relative to the swing arm.

[0080] Illustrative Example 5. A radiotherapy machine according to Illustrative Example 4, wherein the first axis and the second axis are substantially parallel, and the display assembly is configured to rotate along a first direction to expose the opening, and the display screen is configured to rotate along a second direction, the first direction and the second direction being opposite directions.

[0081] Illustrative Example 6. A radiotherapy machine according to Illustrative Example 4, wherein the display screen is electrically coupled to the gantry, and the display screen is configured to operate when rotating about the first axis and the second axis.

[0082] Illustrative Example 7. A radiotherapy machine according to any one of Illustrative Examples 4-6, wherein the display assembly includes: a pivotable support connected to the display screen.

[0083] Illustrative Example 8. A radiotherapy machine according to Illustrative Example 7, wherein the pivotable support includes a lever-locking hinge configured to pivot the support relative to a plurality of predetermined positions.

[0084] Illustrative Example 9. A radiotherapy machine according to any one of Illustrative Examples 4-8, wherein the swing arm is detachable from the display mounting bracket.

[0085] Illustrative Example 10. A radiotherapy machine according to Illustrative Example 9, wherein the swing arm includes two mounting arms located on opposite sides of the swing arm, each mounting arm defining a slot for receiving a protrusion of the display mounting bracket.

[0086] Illustrative Example 11. A radiotherapy machine according to any one of illustrative Examples 3-10, wherein the display mounting bracket extends across the opening.

[0087] Illustrative Example 12. A radiotherapy machine according to any one of illustrative Examples 4-11, wherein the size of the opening corresponds to the size of the display screen.

[0088] Illustrative Example 13. A radiotherapy machine according to any one of Illustrative Examples 1-12, wherein the gantry is rotatable.

[0089] Illustrative Example 14. A display assembly for a radiotherapy machine, the display assembly comprising: a display screen; a swing arm coupled to the display screen; a mounting arm coupled to the swing arm; and a pivotable support coupled to the display screen.

[0090] Illustrative Example 15. A display assembly according to Illustrative Example 14, wherein the swing arm includes at least one hinge configured to rotate the display screen about an axis.

[0091] Illustrative Example 16. A display assembly according to any one of Illustrative Examples 14-15, wherein the pivotable support includes a lever-locking hinge configured to pivot the support relative to a plurality of predetermined positions.

[0092] Illustrative Example 17. A display assembly according to Illustrative Example 16, wherein the pivotable support includes at least one first hinge separate from the lever-locking hinge.

[0093] Illustrative Example 18. The display assembly according to any one of Illustrative Examples 16-17, wherein the pivotable support further includes a U-shaped rod.

[0094] Illustrative Example 19. A display assembly according to any one of Illustrative Examples 14-18, wherein the swing arm, the mounting arm, and the pivotable bracket are coupled to the rear surface of the display screen.

[0095] Illustrative Example 20. A display assembly according to Illustrative Example 14, wherein the pivotable support is a single arm.

Claims

1. A radiotherapy machine, comprising: frame; as well as The display assembly is detachably coupled to the rack and is rotatable relative to the rack.

2. The radiotherapy machine of claim 1, wherein the display assembly is detachably coupled to an internal portion of the gantry.

3. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 1, wherein the gantry comprises: The casing has an opening; as well as A display mounting bracket to which the display assembly is detachably coupled, the display mounting bracket including at least one first hinge to allow the display assembly to rotate about a first axis relative to the frame and expose the opening.

4. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 3, wherein, The display assembly includes: Display screen; and The swing arm includes at least one second hinge configured to allow the display screen to rotate about a second axis relative to the swing arm.

5. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 4, wherein: The first axis and the second axis are substantially parallel; and The display assembly is configured to rotate along a first direction to expose the opening, and the display screen is configured to rotate along a second direction, the first direction and the second direction being opposite directions.

6. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 4, wherein, The display screen is electrically coupled to the frame, and the display screen is configured to operate when rotating about the first axis and the second axis.

7. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 4, wherein, The display assembly includes: A pivotable bracket connected to the display screen.

8. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 7, wherein, The pivotable support includes: A lever-locking hinge is configured to pivot the support relative to a plurality of predetermined positions.

9. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 4, wherein, The swing arm can be detached from the display mounting bracket.

10. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 9, wherein, The swing arm includes two mounting arms located on opposite sides of the swing arm, each mounting arm defining a groove for receiving a protrusion of the display mounting bracket.

11. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 4, wherein, The size of the opening corresponds to the size of the display screen.

12. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 3, wherein, The display mounting bracket extends across the opening.

13. The radiotherapy machine according to claim 1, wherein, The frame is rotatable.

14. A display assembly for a radiotherapy machine, the display assembly comprising: Display screen; A swing arm, coupled to the display screen; Mounting arm, coupled to the swing arm; as well as A pivotable bracket is coupled to the display screen.

15. The display assembly of claim 14, wherein, The swing arm includes at least one hinge configured to rotate the display screen about an axis.

16. The display assembly of claim 14, wherein, The pivotable support includes: A lever-locking hinge is configured to pivot the support relative to a plurality of predetermined positions.

17. The display assembly of claim 16, wherein, The pivotable support includes at least one first hinge, which is separate from the lever locking hinge.

18. The display assembly of claim 16, wherein, The pivotable support also includes a U-shaped rod.

19. The display assembly of claim 14, wherein, The swing arm, the mounting arm, and the pivotable bracket are coupled to the rear surface of the display screen.

20. The display assembly of claim 14, wherein, The pivotable support is a single arm.

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