Endoscope host and endoscope system
By integrating the cold light source and image processor in the endoscope host and adopting a heat dissipation design, the problems of large size and insufficient heat dissipation of traditional endoscope systems are solved, and a compact and portable endoscope system is realized.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422237937.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-12
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-26
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-09-12
AI Technical Summary
The cold light source and image processor in traditional endoscope systems are independent systems that take up a large space, which is not conducive to flexible handling, maintenance and operation.
The cold light source and image processor are integrated into the housing of the endoscope host, and the light source module and image processing module are dissipated through a heat dissipation design, including the use of side-blown turbo fans and axial fans, combining a circulating heat dissipation system with sealed air ducts and air pumps.
The integration of the light source module and the image processing module is realized, the structure is compact, the heat dissipation performance is improved, and the portable endoscope system is formed, solving the problems of excessive volume and insufficient heat dissipation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of endoscopes, and in particular to an endoscope host and an endoscope system. Background Art
[0002] like Figure 1 In a traditional endoscope system, the cold light source 102, image processor 103, and display 104 are separate independent systems. When used with an endoscope 101, the multiple individual systems occupy a large space and are not conducive to flexible transportation, maintenance, and operation.
[0003] Therefore, how to integrate independent systems such as cold light sources and image processors is a technical problem to be solved by this application. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide an endoscope host and an endoscope system to integrate independent systems such as a cold light source and an image processor.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the embodiments of the present application adopt the following technical solutions.
[0006] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides an endoscope host, comprising a housing, a light source module, an image processing module, a light source cooling module, and an image processing cooling module;
[0007] The light source module, the image processing module, the light source cooling module and the image processing cooling module are located in the housing;
[0008] A first heat dissipation opening is provided on a first side of the housing, and a second heat dissipation opening is provided on a second side of the housing; the first side and the second side are opposite to each other;
[0009] The light source module and the light source cooling module are located adjacent to the first heat dissipation outlet; the light source cooling module is used to discharge the heat of the light source module from the first heat dissipation outlet;
[0010] The image processing module and the image processing cooling module are located adjacent to the second heat dissipation outlet; the image processing cooling module is used to discharge the heat of the image processing module from the second heat dissipation outlet.
[0011] Optionally, the image processing cooling module includes a side-blowing turbofan;
[0012] The side-blowing turbofan is located between the image processing module and the housing surface, and the exhaust port of the side-blowing turbofan faces the second heat dissipation port;
[0013] Heat sinks may also be provided around the side-blowing turbofan.
[0014] Optionally, the image processing and cooling module further includes a sealed airway module;
[0015] One end opening of the sealed air duct module is connected to the exhaust port of the side-blowing turbofan, and the other end opening of the sealed air duct module is connected to the second heat dissipation port.
[0016] Optionally, the light source cooling module includes an axial flow fan, and the axial flow fan is located on a side of the light source module away from the first heat dissipation port;
[0017] The axial flow fan is used to blow air toward the light source module and the first heat dissipation port.
[0018] Optionally, the light source module includes a heat dissipation block having a grid or mesh-shaped air channel, the air channel passing through two opposite side surfaces of the heat dissipation block and facing the axial flow fan and the first heat dissipation port;
[0019] An air duct module is connected to the side of the heat dissipation block close to the first heat dissipation port, and the air duct module is used to direct the heated air flowing out of the air channel to the first heat dissipation port.
[0020] Optionally, the endoscope host further includes a metal fixing member, a metal plate, a power supply board and an interface board;
[0021] The metal plate, the power supply board and the interface board are located in the housing;
[0022] The power board is fixed to the interface board via a metal fixing piece;
[0023] The interface board is fixed to the metal plate by a metal fixing piece;
[0024] The metal plate is used for discharging static electricity of the power board and the interface board. The metal plate, the interface board and the power board are stacked.
[0025] Since the metal plate, the power board and the interface board are stacked by the metal fixing pieces, the installation is convenient, the structure is compact and the space occupied is small.
[0026] Optionally, the endoscope host further includes a fixing member, an air pump and an isolation plate, and the air pump is located between the light source cooling module and the image processing cooling module;
[0027] The isolation plate is located between the image processing module and the lower surface of the housing. The image processing module is fixed to the isolation plate by a metal fixing member. The isolation plate is respectively connected to the metal plate, the light source module and the air pump. The isolation plate is used to control the operating status of the light source module and the air pump.
[0028] Since the isolation plate and the image processing module are stacked by metal fixings, they are easy to install, have a compact structure and occupy little space. After the isolation plate is electrically connected to the above-mentioned metal plate, it is also beneficial to the static discharge of the isolation plate and the image processing module.
[0029] The air pump can be located between the light source cooling module and the image processing cooling module. The air pump is installed inside the shell near the light source cooling module through brackets, screws and other fixings. The air pump can also ventilate the light source cooling module at the same time. An air inlet is provided on the bottom of the shell near the air pump, which is beneficial to the circulation and heat dissipation of the entire fuselage system.
[0030] Optionally, the endoscope host further includes a touch screen, which is located on the upper surface of the shell; the touch screen is connected to the isolation plate, and the touch screen is used to control the switching and adjustment of the light source module and the air pump.
[0031] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides an endoscope system, which includes a display screen and the endoscope host of the first aspect, and the display screen is connected to the endoscope host.
[0032] Optionally, the endoscope system includes a rotating shaft; the display screen is connected to the endoscope host via the rotating shaft, and the rotating shaft is located at an edge of the upper surface of the endoscope host so that the display screen can be snapped onto the upper surface of the endoscope host.
[0033] Compared with the prior art, this application has the following beneficial effects:
[0034] The endoscope host provided in the embodiment of the present application integrates the light source module and the image processing module in the shell, and performs heat dissipation design on the light source module and the image processing module, thereby effectively dissipating heat and improving performance. The structure is compact, forming a portable endoscope system. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0035] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the present application and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.
[0036] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an endoscope system in the prior art;
[0037] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of an endoscope host provided in an embodiment of the present application;
[0038] Figure 3A schematic diagram of a side-blowing turbofan and its exhaust port provided in an embodiment of the present application;
[0039] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a light source module and a light source cooling module provided in an embodiment of the present application;
[0040] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a light source module provided in an embodiment of the present application;
[0041] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of an endoscope system provided in an embodiment of the present application.
[0042] Description of reference numerals:
[0043] 101 Endoscope
[0044] 102 cold light source
[0045] 103 image processor
[0046] 104 monitors
[0047] 1 Light source module
[0048] 2 Image processing module
[0049] 3 Light source cooling module
[0050] 4Image processing cooling module
[0051] 5. Shell
[0052] 6First heat dissipation vent
[0053] 7 Second heat dissipation vent
[0054] 8 exhaust vents
[0055] 9 Sealed airway module
[0056] 10 axial-tech fans
[0057] 11 heat sink
[0058] 12 light-emitting modules
[0059] 13 air channels
[0060] 14 airway modules
[0061] 15 metal plates
[0062] 16 power supply board
[0063] 17 interface board
[0064] 18 isolation boards
[0065] 19 air pump
[0066] 20 touch screen
[0067] 21 shaft connection
[0068] 22 display screen DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0069] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present application more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present application. The described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present application, but not all of the embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present application described in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0070] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the present application for which protection is claimed, but rather merely represents selected embodiments of the present application. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments in this application without creative effort are intended to fall within the scope of protection of this application. The following embodiments and features therein may be combined with each other unless there is a conflict.
[0071] In the description of this application, it is necessary to explain:
[0072] Relational terms such as first and second, etc., are used solely to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation and do not necessarily require or imply any actual relationship or order between these entities or operations;
[0073] “Connection” should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium.
[0074] The embodiment of the present application provides an endoscope host, including a housing, a light source module, an image processing module, a light source cooling module, and an image processing cooling module. The housing may include a box body and an upper cover.
[0075] like Figure 2 The light source module 1 , the image processing module 2 , the light source cooling module 3 and the image processing cooling module 4 are located in the housing 5 . Figure 2 The display is the housing 5, omitting the upper cover. The image processing module 2 can be mounted with a processor or other chips.
[0076] A first heat dissipation opening 6 is provided on the first side of the housing 5, and a second heat dissipation opening 7 is provided on the second side of the housing 5; the first side and the second side are opposite to each other. Figure 2 For example, the first side is the left side and the second side is the right side. Figure 2Mirror image design, the first side is the right side and the second side is the left side.
[0077] The light source module 1 and the light source cooling module 3 are located adjacent to the first heat dissipation opening 6 . The light source cooling module 3 is used to discharge the heat of the light source module 1 from the first heat dissipation opening 6 .
[0078] The image processing module 2 and the image processing cooling module 4 are located adjacent to the second heat dissipation opening 7 . The image processing cooling module 4 is used to discharge the heat of the image processing module 2 through the second heat dissipation opening 7 .
[0079] The endoscope host provided in the embodiment of the present application integrates the light source module and the image processing module in the shell, and performs heat dissipation design on the light source module and the image processing module, thereby effectively dissipating heat and having a compact structure, forming a portable endoscope system.
[0080] The image processing cooling module 4 may include a side-blowing turbofan, the structure of which is as follows: Figure 3 , the gas flows to the middle and is discharged to the exhaust port 8. Figure 2 If the image processing module 2 is positioned near the lower surface of the housing 5, the side-blowing turbofan is located between the image processing module 2 and the upper surface of the housing 5. If the image processing module 2 is positioned near the upper surface of the housing 5, the side-blowing turbofan is located between the image processing module 2 and the lower surface of the housing 5. The exhaust port 8 of the side-blowing turbofan faces the second heat dissipation port 7.
[0081] Heat sinks may also be provided around the side-blowing turbofan to increase the heating surface so as to absorb surrounding heat more quickly and discharge the heat out of the housing 5 through the side-blowing turbofan.
[0082] The required video input interface, audio input interface, etc. can be set on the side of the endoscope main body adjacent to the image processing module 2 to facilitate connection and processing by the image processing module 2.
[0083] like Figure 2 A sealed air duct module 9 can be provided. One end opening of the sealed air duct module 9 interfaces with the exhaust port 8 of the side-blowing turbofan, and the other end opening of the sealed air duct module 9 interfaces with the second heat dissipation port 7. This allows the gas exhausted from the exhaust port 8 of the side-blowing turbofan to be fully discharged outside the housing 5 through the second heat dissipation port 7, thereby improving exhaust efficiency.
[0084] like Figure 4 The light source cooling module 3 includes an axial flow fan 10 , which is located on a side of the light source module 1 away from the first heat dissipation port 6 .
[0085] The axial flow fan 10 is used to blow air toward the light source module 1 and the first heat dissipation port 6 . The central axis of the axial flow fan 10 can pass through the light source module 1 and the first heat dissipation port 6 . The axial flow fan 10 allows the airflow to pass through the light source module 1 and the first heat dissipation port 6 in sequence.
[0086] like Figure 5 The light source module 1 includes a heat sink 11 and a light emitting module 12. The light emitting module 12 is mounted on the heat sink 11. The heat sink 11 has a grid or mesh-like air passage 13. The air passage 13 runs through two opposite sides of the heat sink 11, one of which is close to the axial fan 10 and the other is close to the first heat dissipation port 6.
[0087] Similar to the sealed airway module 9, Figure 2 The side of the heat dissipation block 11 close to the first heat dissipation port 6 can be connected to an air duct module 14. The air duct module 14 can flow all the hot air flowing out of the air channel 13 to the first heat dissipation port 6, so as to improve the heat dissipation efficiency.
[0088] like Figure 2 The endoscope host further includes a metal plate 15, a power board 16 and an interface board 17. The area of the metal plate 15 can be larger than the area of any one of the power board 16 and the interface board 17, which is beneficial to the static discharge of the power board 16 and the interface board 17.
[0089] The metal plate 15, power board 16, and interface board 17 are located within the housing 5. The power board 16 and interface board 17 are connected via wires. The interface board 17 is secured to the metal plate 15 via metal fasteners; the power board 16 is secured to the metal plate 15 via metal fasteners. These fasteners can be metal screws or copper pillars. Current can pass through the metal fasteners to the metal plate 15, allowing static electricity to be discharged through the metal plate 15. The stacking of the metal plate 15, power board 16, and interface board 17 with the metal fasteners facilitates installation and creates a more compact structure, minimizing internal space.
[0090] The metal plate 15 may also have holes to facilitate heat dissipation of the entire fuselage system. Batteries may be placed below the metal plate 15.
[0091] like Figure 2 The endoscope host also includes an isolation plate 18, and the function of the isolation plate 18 is to provide electrical isolation.
[0092] Because the endoscope must enter the human body, the internal circuits of the endoscope are electrically isolated from the circuits of the endoscope to prevent current from flowing into the body. The processor and other chips in the image processing module 2, the light source module, the image processing cooling module, and the fan for the light source cooling module are all internal circuits of the endoscope and do not need to enter the human body. Therefore, they need to be isolated from the circuits of the endoscope.
[0093] like Figure 2 The isolation plate 18 can be located below the image processing module 2, between the image processing module 2 and the lower surface of the housing 5. The image processing module 2 can be fixed to the isolation plate 18 via copper pillars, arranged in a stacked manner, and connected to the interface board 17 via wires. The side of the endoscope main unit adjacent to the interface board 17 can be provided with a DVI output interface, a USB input interface, an SDI output interface, a network interface, etc., to facilitate connection to external devices such as a monitor, mouse, and keyboard, thereby providing clearer image display or demonstration.
[0094] The isolation plate 18 connects the light source module 1 and the air pump 19 , and is used to control the operating states of the light source module 1 and the air pump 19 .
[0095] The air pump 19 can be located between the light source cooling module 3 and the image processing cooling module 4. The air pump 19 is installed inside the shell 5 near the light source cooling module 3 through fixing parts such as brackets and screws. The air pump 19 can also ventilate the light source cooling module 3 at the same time. Holes can be opened on the lower surface of the shell 5 to facilitate circulation and heat dissipation of the entire fuselage system.
[0096] like Figure 6 The outer shell 5 includes an upper cover and a box body, and the endoscope host also includes a touch screen 20. The touch screen 20 is located on the upper surface of the outer shell 5, is connected to the upper surface of the outer shell 5, and is installed on the upper cover; the touch screen 20 is connected to the isolation plate 18, and the touch screen 20 transmits signals to the light source module 1 and the air pump 19 through the isolation plate 18, thereby controlling the switch and adjustment of the light source module 1 and the air pump 19.
[0097] like Figure 6 The upper cover is also provided with a shaft connecting portion 21. The shaft connecting portion 21 can be provided with a shaft, and then a display screen 22 can be connected through the shaft. The display screen 22 can be flipped around the shaft and can be snapped onto the endoscope host, which has good portability.
[0098] Based on the above embodiments, the present application also provides an endoscope system, such as Figure 6 The endoscope system includes a display screen 22 and the endoscope main unit described above, wherein the display screen 22 is connected to the endoscope main unit. A rotating shaft can be provided at an edge of the upper surface of the endoscope main unit, and the display screen 22 is connected to the endoscope main unit via the rotating shaft so that the display screen 22 can be snapped onto the upper surface of the endoscope main unit.
[0099] The endoscope host can integrate the light source module, image processing module, etc. in the shell, and perform heat dissipation design on the light source module and image processing module, so as to effectively dissipate heat and improve performance. The structure is compact, forming a portable endoscope system.
[0100] In general, the endoscope system provided by this application can integrate a light source module, an image processing module, a display, an air pump, etc., and is convenient and flexible to use. The light source module provides light for the endoscope and can be used with endoscopes of different functions. The image processing module and the display enable it to have image processing and image display functions. The air pump can push the water flow through the gas, and has the function of both air and water delivery. The internal body solves the problems of excessive size, heat dissipation, and insufficient battery life through the superposition of panels and the ingenious design of the air duct. The internal space of the product is neat and tidy, and it is easy to carry and transport.
[0101] The above-described device and system embodiments are merely illustrative, and some or all of the modules may be selected according to actual needs to achieve the purpose of the present embodiment. Those skilled in the art may understand and implement the present invention without inventive effort.
[0102] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present application, but the scope of protection of the present application is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions that can be easily conceived by a person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included in the scope of protection of the present application. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present application should be based on the scope of protection of the claims.
Claims
1. An endoscope host, characterized in that: It includes a housing, a light source module, an image processing module, a light source cooling module and an image processing cooling module; The light source module, the image processing module, the light source cooling module and the image processing cooling module are located in the housing; A first heat dissipation opening is provided on a first side of the housing, and a second heat dissipation opening is provided on a second side of the housing; the first side and the second side are opposite to each other; The light source module and the light source cooling module are located adjacent to the first heat dissipation outlet; the light source cooling module is used to discharge the heat of the light source module from the first heat dissipation outlet; The image processing module and the image processing cooling module are located adjacent to the second heat dissipation outlet; the image processing cooling module is used to discharge the heat of the image processing module from the second heat dissipation outlet.
2. The endoscope main unit according to claim 1, wherein: The image processing cooling module includes a side-blowing turbofan; The side-blowing turbofan is located between the image processing module and the housing surface, and the exhaust port of the side-blowing turbofan faces the second heat dissipation port; Heat sinks are arranged around the side-blowing turbofan.
3. The endoscope main unit according to claim 2, wherein: The image processing and cooling module also includes a sealed airway module; One end opening of the sealed air duct module is connected to the exhaust port of the side-blowing turbofan, and the other end opening of the sealed air duct module is connected to the second heat dissipation port.
4. The endoscope main unit according to claim 1, wherein: The light source cooling module includes an axial flow fan, and the axial flow fan is located on a side of the light source module away from the first heat dissipation port; The axial flow fan is used to blow air toward the light source module and the first heat dissipation port.
5. The endoscope main unit according to claim 4, wherein: The light source module includes a heat dissipation block having a grid or mesh-shaped air channel, the air channel passing through two opposite sides of the heat dissipation block and facing the axial flow fan and the first heat dissipation port; An air duct module is connected to the side of the heat dissipation block close to the first heat dissipation port, and the air duct module is used to direct the heated air flowing out of the air channel to the first heat dissipation port.
6. The endoscope main unit according to claim 1, wherein: The endoscope host also includes a metal fixing part, a metal plate, a power supply board and an interface board; The metal plate, the power supply board and the interface board are located in the housing; The power board is fixed to the interface board via a metal fixing piece; The interface board is fixed to the metal plate by a metal fixing piece; The metal plate is used for discharging static electricity of the power board and the interface board. The metal plate, the interface board and the power board are stacked.
7. The endoscope main unit according to claim 6, wherein: The endoscope host further includes a fixing member, an air pump and an isolation plate, wherein the air pump is located between the light source cooling module and the image processing cooling module; The isolation plate is located between the image processing module and the lower surface of the housing. The image processing module is fixed to the isolation plate by a metal fixing member. The isolation plate is respectively connected to the metal plate, the light source module and the air pump. The isolation plate is used to control the operating status of the light source module and the air pump. The air pump is mounted inside the housing near the light source cooling module via a fixing member. The air pump can ventilate the light source cooling module. A through hole is provided on the lower surface of the housing.
8. The endoscope main unit according to claim 7, wherein: The endoscope host also includes a touch screen, which is located on the upper surface of the shell and connected to the upper surface of the shell; the touch screen is connected to the isolation plate, and the touch screen is used to control the switch and adjustment of the light source module and the air pump.
9. An endoscope system, characterized in that: The endoscope system includes a display screen and the endoscope host according to any one of claims 1 to 8, and the display screen is connected to the endoscope host.
10. The endoscope system according to claim 9, wherein: The endoscope system includes a rotating shaft; the display screen is connected to the endoscope host via the rotating shaft, and the rotating shaft is located at an edge of the upper surface of the endoscope host so that the display screen can be buckled onto the upper surface of the endoscope host.