Connecting mechanism and breathing machine front end pipe condensate water mist removing device
By designing a connection mechanism that includes a locking unit and a vibrator, the problem of inconvenient cleaning of condensation water in the front-end tube of the breathing circuit in the ventilator is solved, achieving effective removal of condensation water and reducing the risk of VAP.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202420402535.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-03-04
- Publication Date
- 2025-01-21
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-03-04
AI Technical Summary
In existing ventilators, the condensate water at the front end of the respiratory circuit cannot be effectively removed, which can easily lead to an increased risk of infection and the occurrence of VAP.
A connection mechanism is designed, including a locking unit and a vibrator. The vibrator collects and transfers condensed water into the water collection cup or the breathing circuit, and uses a heated guide wire to evaporate the condensed water to reduce the risk of VAP.
It effectively solves the problem of inconvenient cleaning of condensed water in the front-end tube of the breathing circuit, reduces the risk of infection and VAP, and improves the convenience of operation for staff.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of medical equipment, in particular to a connecting mechanism and a condensed water mist removing device for a front end tube of a ventilator. Background Art
[0002] The ventilator is an important device used to support breathing for critically ill patients and patients under postoperative monitoring. The breathing circuit is an important component connecting the ventilator and the artificial airway, and it needs to remain airtight to ensure ventilation effectiveness. When using a ventilator, a large amount of condensed water will be generated in the breathing circuit. Currently, there are breathing tubes with heated guide wires that can reduce the generation of condensed water, but condensed water will still be generated in the front end tube of the breathing circuit, and the condensed water cannot be effectively gathered and removed.
[0003] Currently, the clinical method of emptying the ventilator is to disconnect the front end tube of the ventilator from the breathing circuit, but this can easily increase the risk of infection and reduce the effectiveness of mechanical ventilation of the ventilator; condensed water accumulated in the ventilator pipeline will affect the patient's effective ventilation volume and may also cause the occurrence of VAP. Utility Model Content
[0004] In view of the above-mentioned prior art problems, the present utility model is proposed.
[0005] The utility model aims to provide a connecting mechanism, which aims to solve the problem that it is inconvenient to install the existing vibrator on the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline, which reduces the work efficiency of the staff to a certain extent.
[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides the following technical solutions: a connecting mechanism, comprising: a locking unit, including a connecting buckle, a fixing plate arranged at one end of the connecting buckle, a fixing block arranged at the other end of the connecting buckle, a rotating shaft arranged inside the fixing block, a knob arranged at the end of the rotating shaft, a locking tooth arranged outside the rotating shaft, and a torsion spring arranged at both sides of the locking tooth; a vibrator;
[0007] The connecting buckle is connected to the vibrator.
[0008] As a preferred solution of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the connection buckle is connected to the fixing plate; the fixing block is connected to the fixing plate;
[0009] The fixing plate includes limiting teeth arranged on its surface;
[0010] The fixing block includes a through hole arranged inside the fixing block, a first limit block arranged on a side wall of the fixing block, and an axial hole arranged on an inner side of the fixing block;
[0011] The fixing plate passes through the through hole and extends to the outside thereof.
[0012] As a preferred solution of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the knob includes a second limit block arranged at its end;
[0013] The rotating shaft includes a third limit block arranged at an end thereof;
[0014] The knob is connected to the rotating shaft; the rotating shaft passes through the shaft hole and extends to the outside thereof.
[0015] As a preferred solution of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the rotating shaft is connected to the locking tooth; the torsion spring is sleeved on the outside of the rotating shaft; the torsion spring is arranged on one side of the locking tooth.
[0016] As a preferred solution of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the shaft hole includes a groove arranged on one side, and a fourth limit block arranged inside the groove;
[0017] The third limiting block is located inside the groove; the third limiting block is matched with the groove; and the third limiting block is in contact with the fourth limiting block.
[0018] As a preferred solution of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the first limit block is connected to the side wall of the fixed block; the locking tooth is arranged on the inner side of the through hole; the end face of the first limit block is flush with the end face of the fourth limit block.
[0019] As a preferred solution of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the number of the position-limiting teeth is multiple groups; the multiple groups of the position-limiting teeth are evenly distributed along the end surface of the fixing plate;
[0020] The limiting tooth is matched with the locking tooth; the limiting tooth is in contact with the side wall of the locking tooth.
[0021] As a preferred solution of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the length of the locking tooth is adapted to the through hole; the length of the limiting tooth is adapted to the length of the locking tooth; and one end of the limiting tooth is flush with the side wall of the fixing plate.
[0022] The beneficial effects of the connecting mechanism of the utility model are as follows: through the provided locking unit, the connecting buckle can be flexibly fixed to the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline, thereby making it easier for the staff to complete the disassembly of the connecting buckle; and the locking unit is easier for the staff to operate, and at the same time, the condensed water inside the breathing circuit pipeline can be better processed by cooperating with the vibrator.
[0023] Another object of the utility model is to provide a device for removing condensed water mist from the front end tube of a ventilator, which aims to solve the problem that the cleaning of condensed water inside the existing breathing circuit pipeline is inconvenient and easily leads to the occurrence of VAP.
[0024] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model also provides the following technical solutions: a condensed water mist removal device for the front end tube of a ventilator, which comprises a connecting mechanism; and a breathing circuit pipeline; a mobile power supply;
[0025] The breathing circuit pipeline is arranged inside the locking unit.
[0026] As a preferred solution of the condensed water mist removal device for the front end tube of the ventilator of the utility model, wherein: the number of the connecting buckles is multiple groups; the multiple groups of connecting buckles are equidistantly distributed along the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline; the vibrator is linearly connected to the mobile power supply.
[0027] The beneficial effects of the ventilator front end tube condensation mist removal device of the utility model are: the front end tube condensation mist is gathered and transferred to a water collection cup or a breathing circuit by means of vibration, and the condensation water is evaporated by a heating guide wire to reduce the risk of VAP; the device is more convenient for staff to operate. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0028] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the utility model, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.
[0029] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the utility model.
[0030] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the locking unit in the utility model.
[0031] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the explosion structure in the utility model.
[0032] Figure 4 For the utility model Figure 1 A partial enlarged view of . DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0033] In order to make the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present invention are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
[0034] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present invention, but the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art may make similar generalizations without violating the connotation of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.
[0035] Secondly, the term "one embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The term "in one embodiment" that appears in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or selective embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments.
[0036] Example 1
[0037] Reference Figure 1 to Figure 4 , which is the first embodiment of the utility model, and this embodiment provides a connecting mechanism, including; a locking unit 100, including a connecting buckle 101, a fixing plate 102 arranged at one end of the connecting buckle 101, a fixing block 103 arranged at the other end of the connecting buckle 101, a rotating shaft 105 arranged on the inner side of the fixing block 103, a knob 104 arranged at the end of the rotating shaft 105, a locking tooth 106 arranged on the outer side of the rotating shaft 105, and a torsion spring 107 arranged on both sides of the locking tooth 106; a vibrator 300; the connecting buckle 101 is connected to the vibrator 300.
[0038] Preferably, the connecting buckle 101 and the fixing plate 102 are both made of elastic metal material; so that the connecting buckle 101 can be located on the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline 200 and bend into an arc structure, so that the inner wall of the connecting buckle 101 can be close to the outer wall of the breathing circuit pipeline 200; and the connecting buckle 101 and the fixing plate 102 are welded and fixed; the width of the set fixing block 103 is greater than the width of the connecting buckle 101, and the fixing block 103 is arranged at one end of the connecting buckle 101 away from the fixing plate 102; the knob 104 is welded and fixed to the rotating shaft 105; and the rotating shaft 105 is located inside the fixing block 103 and rotates, and the rotating shaft 105 and the locking tooth 106 are integrally formed; the torsion spring 107 is located on the outside of the rotating shaft 105, so that the locking tooth 106 can be flipped to make it close to the outer wall of the limiting tooth 102a, thereby fixing the position between the fixing plate 102 and the fixing block 103; the connecting buckle 101 and the vibrator 300 are detachably connected.
[0039] When in use, the operator places the vibrator 300 on the outer wall of the breathing circuit pipe 200; then the connecting buckle 101 is pressed against the position of the breathing circuit pipe 200, and then the connecting buckle 101 is bent so that the end of the fixing plate 102 passes through the fixing block 103 and extends to the outside thereof; then the outer arc surface of the limiting tooth 102a is in contact with the outer arc surface between the locking teeth 106; while the locking teeth 106 are turned over, the rotating shaft 105 can be turned over; when the connecting buckle 101 is fastened to the breathing circuit pipe 200, After reaching the outside, the limiting tooth 102a contacts the inner arc surface of the locking tooth 106; at this time, under the action of the torsion spring 107, the locking tooth 106 contacts the limiting tooth 102a, so that the position between the fixing plate 102 and the locking tooth 106 is fixed; thereby, the connecting buckle 101 is fixed to the outside of the breathing circuit pipe 200, so that the vibrator 300 can be located on the outer wall of the breathing circuit pipe 200 and fixed; the vibration of the vibrator 300 can drive the condensed water inside the breathing circuit pipe 200 to flow back.
[0040] In summary, the vibrator 300 can drive the condensed water inside the breathing circuit pipe 200 to flow back; and the connecting buckle 101 cooperates with the vibrator 300, so that the vibrator 300 can be easily installed on the outside of the breathing circuit pipe 200; to a certain extent, it is more convenient for the staff to operate, the device structure is simple and easy to operate, and the flexibility of the device is improved.
[0041] Example 2
[0042] Reference Figure 1 to Figure 4 , which is the second embodiment of the utility model, includes: a connecting buckle 101 connected to a fixing plate 102; a fixing block 103 connected to the fixing plate 102; the fixing plate 102 includes a limiting tooth 102a arranged on its surface; the fixing block 103 includes a through hole 103a arranged inside it, a first limiting block 103b arranged on the side wall of the fixing block 103, and an axial hole 103c arranged on the inner side of the fixing block 103; the fixing plate 102 passes through the through hole 103a and extends to the outside thereof.
[0043] Preferably, the connecting buckle 101 is fixedly connected to the fixed plate 102; the connecting buckle 101 is welded and fixed to the fixed block 103; the width and thickness of the fixed block 103 are larger than the size of the connecting buckle 101; the limiting tooth 102a is set on one side of the end face of the fixed plate 102; the limiting tooth 102a is set on one side of the end face of the fixed plate 102, and the other side of the fixed plate 102 is a blank area; the blank area can provide space for the movement of the locking tooth 106; the through hole 103a is opened on the inner side of the fixed block 103, and the through hole 103a provides a space for the fixed plate 102 and the locking tooth 106 to move.
[0044] Furthermore, the knob 104 includes a second limit block 104a disposed at its end; the shaft 105 includes a third limit block 105a disposed at its end; the knob 104 is connected to the shaft 105; the shaft 105 passes through the shaft hole 103c and extends to the outside thereof.
[0045] Preferably, the knob 104 is connected to the shaft 105; the shaft 105 matches the fixed block 103; the shaft 105 rotates along the direction of the axial hole inside the fixed block 103; the length of the shaft 105 passes through the fixed block 103 and extends to its outside; and the length of the shaft 105 is greater than the length of the fixed block 103.
[0046] Furthermore, the rotating shaft 105 is connected to the locking tooth 106 ; the torsion spring 107 is sleeved on the outside of the rotating shaft 105 ; and the torsion spring 107 is arranged on one side of the locking tooth 106 .
[0047] Preferably, the rotating shaft 105 and the locking tooth 106 are welded and fixed; and the rotating shaft 105 can drive the locking tooth 106 to flip while rotating, and the torsion spring 107 is arranged on the outside of the rotating shaft 105, and the locking tooth 106 can be driven to reset through the arranged torsion spring 107; so that the locking tooth 106 can be tightly attached to the limiting tooth 102a.
[0048] Furthermore, the axial hole 103c includes a groove 103c-1 arranged on one side, and a fourth limit block 103c-2 arranged on the inner side of the groove 103c-1; the third limit block 105a is on the inner side of the groove 103c-1; the third limit block 105a is adapted to the groove 103c-1; the third limit block 105a is in contact with the fourth limit block 103c-2.
[0049] Preferably, the groove 103c-1 is arranged on one side of the fixed block 103, and the groove 103c-1 is connected with the axial hole 103c; and the side wall end of the fourth limit block 103c-2 is flush with the horizontal position of the end of the first limit block 103b; the side wall of the third limit block 105a is in contact with the fourth limit block 103c-2, so that the locking tooth 106 is located at a suitable position inside the through hole 103a.
[0050] Furthermore, the first limiting block 103b is connected to the side wall of the fixing block 103; the locking tooth 106 is arranged inside the through hole 103a; and the end face of the first limiting block 103b is flush with the end face of the fourth limiting block 103c-2.
[0051] Preferably, the locking tooth 106 is located on the inner side of the through hole 103a, and the end of the first limit block 103b is flush with the fourth limit block 103c-2, so as to ensure the rotation of the knob 104. When the second limit block 104a contacts the position of the first limit block 103b, the third limit block 105a also contacts the side wall of the fourth limit block 103c-2.
[0052] Furthermore, there are multiple groups of limiting teeth 102a; the multiple groups of limiting teeth 102a are equidistantly distributed along the end surface of the fixing plate 102; the limiting teeth 102a are adapted to the locking teeth 106; and the limiting teeth 102a are in contact with the side walls of the locking teeth 106.
[0053] Preferably, there are multiple groups of limiting teeth 102a, and the multiple groups of limiting teeth 102a move along the vertical direction of the fixed plate 102; by setting multiple groups of limiting teeth 102a, it is convenient to fix the connecting buckle 101 on the outer wall of the breathing circuit pipeline 200 at a suitable position; and the set locking teeth 106 are adapted to the limiting teeth 102a, and the position between the connecting buckle 101 and the fixed plate 102 can be fixed by the locking teeth 106 and the limiting teeth 102a; thereby, the connecting buckle 101 is located and fixed on the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline 200.
[0054] Furthermore, the length of the locking tooth 106 is matched with the through hole 103 a ; the length of the limiting tooth 102 a is matched with the length of the locking tooth 106 ; and one end of the limiting tooth 102 a is flush with the side wall of the fixing plate 102 .
[0055] Preferably, the length of the locking tooth 106 is shorter than the distance to the limiting tooth 102a; and the end of the locking tooth 106 can contact the side wall of the limiting tooth 102a; and one end of the limiting tooth 102a is flush with the side wall of the fixing plate 102; thereby making it easier for the staff to complete the locking of the fixing plate 102.
[0056] When in use, when the operator needs to fix the vibrator 300 on the outside of the breathing circuit pipe 200, the connecting buckle 101 is pressed against the outer wall of the breathing circuit pipe 200, and then the connecting buckle 101 is bent so that the side wall of the connecting buckle 101 gradually approaches the side wall of the breathing circuit pipe 200; then the end of the fixing plate 102 passes through the through hole 103a and extends to the outside thereof, and then the end of the fixing plate 102 is pulled so that the side wall of the limiting tooth 102a squeezes the locking tooth 106; while the limiting tooth 102a compresses the locking tooth 106, the locking tooth 106 can drive the rotating shaft 105 along the shaft hole 103c The internal shaft hole rotates, and the torsion spring 107 drives the locking tooth 106 to reset; thereby, the locking tooth 106 moves back and forth like a pendulum; when the connecting buckle 101 is close to the outer wall of the breathing circuit pipeline 200, the provided locking tooth 106 cooperates with the limiting tooth 102a, thereby fixing the position between the fixing plate 102 and the fixing block 103, thereby fixing the connecting buckle 101 to the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline 200; when the vibrator 300 needs to be disassembled; pull the knob 104, so that the knob 104 drives the rotating shaft 105 to move, so that the rotating shaft 105 drives the locking tooth 106 to move The locking tooth 106 moves along the side wall of the limiting tooth 102a, so that the locking tooth 106 moves to the blank area on one side of the fixing plate 102. At this time, the locking tooth 106 is no longer compressed by the limiting tooth 102a. Under the rebound force of the torsion spring 107, the locking tooth 106 drives the rotating shaft 105 to flip; at this time, the locking tooth 106 no longer limits the fixing plate 102, which can facilitate the staff to remove the connecting buckle 101 from the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline 200; then turn the knob 104 so that the side wall of the second limiting block 104a contacts the first limiting block 103b. At this time, the locking The position of the tooth 106 is flush with the inside of the through hole 103a; then the position of the locking tooth 106 is made to correspond to the limiting tooth 102a; then the knob 104 is pulled, so that the knob 104 drives the rotating shaft 105 to move, so that the third limiting block 105a moves to the inside of the groove 103c-1, and the third limiting block 105a is in contact with the fourth limiting block 103c-2, so that the rotating shaft 105 can be limited; at this time, the side wall of the locking tooth 106 is in contact with the side wall of the limiting tooth 102a, so as to better facilitate the staff to fix the connecting buckle 101 on the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline 200.
[0057] In summary, by setting up the locking unit, the connecting buckle can be flexibly fixed to the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline, so as to make it easier for the staff to complete the disassembly of the connecting buckle; and the locking unit is more convenient for the staff to operate, and at the same time, the condensed water inside the breathing circuit pipeline can be better treated with the vibrator.
[0058] Example 3
[0059] Reference Figure 1-2 , which is the third embodiment of the utility model, and this embodiment further provides a condensation mist removal device for the front end tube of a ventilator, including: a breathing circuit pipeline 200; a mobile power supply 400; the breathing circuit pipeline 200 is arranged on the inner side of the locking unit 100; the number of connecting buckles 101 is multiple groups; the multiple groups of connecting buckles 101 are equidistantly distributed along the outer side of the breathing circuit pipeline 200; the vibrator 300 and the mobile power supply 400 are linearly connected.
[0060] Preferably, the vibrator 300 is a YZS vibrator; its driving energy is electrical energy; the vibrator 300 is linearly connected to the mobile power supply 400; and the vibrator 300 is evenly distributed along the upper surface of the connecting buckle 101; so that multiple groups of connecting buckles 101 can be evenly distributed along the surface of the vibrator 300.
[0061] During use, when the nurse is patrolling the ward and finds water mist on the front end wall of the ventilator or condensed water inside, the vibrator will be turned on and the condensed water will flow along the pipe into the breathing circuit or the water collection cup; this can effectively prevent the condensed water at the front end of the breathing from flowing into the patient's mouth, making it more convenient for the staff.
[0062] In summary, the condensed water mist in the front end tube is gathered and transferred to the water collection cup or the breathing circuit by vibration, and the condensed water is evaporated by the heating guide wire to reduce the risk of VAP; this device is more convenient for staff to operate.
[0063] It is important to note that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of the utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solution of the utility model can be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of the utility model, which should be included in the scope of the claims of the utility model.
Claims
1. A connecting mechanism, characterized in that: include, A locking unit (100), comprising a connecting buckle (101), a fixing plate (102) arranged at one end of the connecting buckle (101), a fixing block (103) arranged at the other end of the connecting buckle (101), a rotating shaft (105) arranged inside the fixing block (103), a knob (104) arranged at the end of the rotating shaft (105), a locking tooth (106) arranged outside the rotating shaft (105), and a torsion spring (107) arranged at both sides of the locking tooth (106); a vibrator (300); The connecting buckle (101) is connected to the vibrator (300).
2. The connecting mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting buckle (101) is connected to the fixing plate (102); the fixing block (103) is connected to the fixing plate (102); The fixing plate (102) comprises limiting teeth (102a) arranged on its surface; The fixing block (103) comprises a through hole (103a) arranged inside the fixing block (103), a first limiting block (103b) arranged on a side wall of the fixing block (103), and an axial hole (103c) arranged on the inner side of the fixing block (103); The fixing plate (102) passes through the through hole (103a) and extends to the outside thereof.
3. The connecting mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The knob (104) comprises a second limit block (104a) arranged at an end thereof; The rotating shaft (105) comprises a third limiting block (105a) arranged at an end thereof; The knob (104) is connected to the rotating shaft (105); the rotating shaft (105) passes through the shaft hole (103c) and extends to the outside thereof.
4. The connecting mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The rotating shaft (105) is connected to the locking tooth (106); the torsion spring (107) is sleeved on the outside of the rotating shaft (105); and the torsion spring (107) is arranged on one side of the locking tooth (106).
5. The connection mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The shaft hole (103c) comprises a groove (103c-1) arranged on one side, and a fourth limiting block (103c-2) arranged inside the groove (103c-1); The third limiting block (105a) is located inside the groove (103c-1); the third limiting block (105a) is adapted to the groove (103c-1); and the third limiting block (105a) is in contact with the fourth limiting block (103c-2).
6. The connection mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first limiting block (103b) is connected to the side wall of the fixing block (103); the locking tooth (106) is arranged inside the through hole (103a); and the end surface of the first limiting block (103b) is flush with the end surface of the fourth limiting block (103c-2).
7. The connection mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The number of the position-limiting teeth (102a) is multiple groups; the multiple groups of position-limiting teeth (102a) are distributed at equal distances along the end surface of the fixing plate (102); The limiting tooth (102a) is matched with the locking tooth (106); the limiting tooth (102a) is in contact with the side wall of the locking tooth (106).
8. The connecting mechanism according to any one of claims 2 to 7, characterized in that: The length of the locking tooth (106) is matched with the through hole (103a); the length of the limiting tooth (102a) is matched with the length of the locking tooth (106); and one end of the limiting tooth (102a) is flush with the side wall of the fixing plate (102).
9. A device for removing condensed water mist from the front end tube of a ventilator, characterized in that: comprising the connecting mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 8; and Breathing circuit pipeline (200); mobile power supply (400); The breathing circuit pipeline (200) is arranged inside the locking unit (100).
10. The condensed water mist removal device for the front end tube of a ventilator as claimed in claim 9, characterized in that: The number of the connecting buckles (101) is multiple groups; the multiple groups of connecting buckles (101) are evenly distributed along the outside of the breathing circuit pipeline (200); and the vibrator (300) and the mobile power supply (400) are linearly connected.