Split type sperm analysis device

The split-design sperm analysis device solves the problems of complex operation and inconvenience in use of existing sperm analysis instruments, achieves convenience and privacy for home use, simplifies the operating process and reduces the risk of bacterial growth.

CN223316686UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-09SHEN ZHEN BIOROCKS BIOTECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422350644.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-26
Publication Date
2025-09-09
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-26

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Technical Problem

Existing sperm analysis instruments are complex to operate, costly, bulky, and require to be performed in a hospital or laboratory. They offer a poor user experience and lack privacy.

Method used

A split sperm analysis device is designed, including an upper shell and a lower shell, which are connected by magnetic attraction. The optical component and the light source component are separated. Data analysis is performed through a cloud server, and wired and wireless transmission are supported. The device simplifies operation and is suitable for home use.

Benefits of technology

It is easy to operate and clean, avoids bacterial growth, is suitable for home use, and improves user experience and privacy.

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Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides a split type sperm analysis device, which comprises an upper shell, a lower shell, a lower shell, an upper cover and a lower cover, wherein the upper shell comprises an optical component for collecting sperm images; the lower surface of the upper shell is provided with a first opening for light to pass through; the lower shell is connected with the upper shell, a light source assembly used for providing a light source is arranged in the lower shell, a second opening allowing light to pass through is formed in the upper surface of the lower shell, and the first opening and the second opening share the same optical axis. Comprising a shell, an optical assembly used for collecting sperm images is arranged in the shell, a light source assembly used for providing a light source is arranged below the optical assembly, and light emitted by the light source assembly irradiates an image collecting module of the optical assembly. The device is easy to operate, convenient to clean and capable of effectively avoiding breeding of bacteria.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of bioengineering, in particular to a split sperm analysis device. Background Art

[0002] Sperm analysis is a common male reproductive examination. Existing sperm testing and analysis systems are widely used in the medical field. These systems require specialized personnel operating a biological microscope to rapidly analyze sperm movement and velocity within multiple fields of view using a computer to calculate sperm count, deformity rate, and record sperm speed, direction of movement, and motility. Their primary customer base is hospitals and reproductive medicine research centers. The equipment is bulky, costly, complex to operate, and takes a long time to perform. Furthermore, traditional sperm analysis requires travel to a hospital or laboratory, a complex environment with limited privacy. This creates psychological pressure on the examinee, slowing or even making sperm collection difficult, and resulting in a poor experience during the examination. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide a split sperm analysis device to solve the problems of complex operation and inconvenience in use of existing sperm analysis instruments.

[0004] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a split sperm analysis device is provided, comprising: an upper housing, the upper housing including an optical assembly for collecting sperm images; a first opening provided on the lower surface of the upper housing for light to pass through; a lower housing connected to the upper housing, the lower housing including a light source assembly for providing a light source, and a second opening provided on the upper surface of the lower housing for light to pass through, wherein the first opening and the second opening share a common optical axis.

[0005] The lower surface of the upper shell and / or the upper surface of the lower shell has a groove, and a slot for inserting a counting board is formed between the groove and the upper surface of the lower shell and / or the lower surface of the upper shell.

[0006] In which, the optical component includes: a focusing module, which includes: a focusing knob, a focusing bracket, a first cam, a second cam, a spring and a base; the base is fixedly arranged in the upper shell, the focusing bracket is fixedly connected to the base, the spring is elastically connected to the first cam and the base respectively, the focusing knob is rotatably connected to the first cam, and the first cam is engaged with the second cam; an image acquisition module, which is arranged between the first cam and the second cam.

[0007] The focusing knob is exposed outside the upper surface of the upper shell or is located on the surface of the shell.

[0008] Wherein, the image acquisition module and the first opening share a common optical axis.

[0009] The lower surface of the upper shell has a first group of contacts for data transmission and / or power supply, and the first group of contacts is in contact with a second group of contacts extending from the lower shell.

[0010] The light source assembly includes a light source bracket and a lens, a light path, and a light homogenizer arranged in the light source bracket; wherein the lens, the light path, the light homogenizer and the second opening share a common optical axis.

[0011] In which, a light source circuit board is also provided in the lower shell, and the light source circuit board is fixedly connected to the light source bracket. The light source circuit board has a second set of contacts extending from the upper surface of the lower shell so that the second set of contacts contacts the first set of contacts of the upper shell.

[0012] Wherein, the lower shell and / or the outer surface of the lower shell are provided with a data transmission and / or power supply interface.

[0013] Wherein, the upper shell and the lower shell are connected by magnetic attraction.

[0014] The optical component transmits the captured sperm image data to a cloud server via a wired or wireless method, and the cloud server transmits the sperm parameter analysis results to the smart terminal.

[0015] According to the technical solution of the present utility model, the sperm analysis device adopts a split design, is simple to operate, easy to clean, effectively avoids the breeding of bacteria, and is particularly suitable for use in the home. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of this application. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0018] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure according to another embodiment of the utility model.

[0019] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the split structure according to an embodiment of the utility model.

[0020] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the upper shell according to an embodiment of the utility model.

[0021] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the exploded components of the optical assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0022] Figure 6 It is a schematic diagram of the exploded components of the focusing module according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] Figure 7 It is a structural schematic diagram of the lower shell according to an embodiment of the utility model.

[0024] Figure 8 It is a schematic diagram of the exploded components of the lower shell according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0025] Figure 9 It is a schematic diagram of the exploded components of the light source assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the present invention more clear, the following will provide a clear and complete description of the technical solutions of the present invention in conjunction with specific embodiments of the present invention and the corresponding drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described are only some of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are also within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] Although the present invention may include various embodiments in different forms, for some preferred embodiments described in detail in the specification and shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the contents disclosed in the present invention should be regarded as schematic illustrations of the principles of the present invention, and these shown embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0028] The technical solutions provided by various embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0029] refer to Figures 1 to 3 The split-type sperm analysis device of the present invention comprises an upper housing 1 and a lower housing 2 connected thereto. In this embodiment, the upper and lower housings 1 and 2 are connected magnetically. The upper housing 1 houses an optical assembly 3 for capturing sperm images, while the lower housing 2 houses a light source assembly 4 for providing light. The optical assembly 3 transmits the captured sperm image data to a cloud server via wired or wireless means. The cloud server analyzes various sperm parameters and transmits the data to a smart terminal for display of the sperm images and analysis results.

[0030] refer to Figure 4The upper shell 1 is generally in the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped or a cylinder, and has an upper surface, a lower surface, and a side surface (outer surface) between the upper surface and the lower surface. The lower surface of the upper shell 1 may have a groove 11, which is basically located in the middle of the lower surface and opens toward one side. When the upper shell 1 and the lower shell 2 are connected, a slot 51 is formed between the groove 11 and the upper surface of the lower shell 2, and the slot 51 can be used to insert a counting board. In addition, a lens port 319 (first opening) is also provided in the middle position of the lower surface of the upper shell 1, and the lens port 319 is used for light to pass through.

[0031] refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 The upper surface of the upper housing 1 has a circular opening through which the optical assembly 3 can be installed within the upper housing 1. The optical assembly 3 includes a focusing module 31 and an image acquisition module 38. The image acquisition module 32 is used to capture images of the sperm sample. The image acquisition module 32 may be composed of an optical path, a camera, and a lens. In this embodiment of the present application, the image acquisition module 38 and the lens port 319 share a common optical axis.

[0032] The focusing module 31 may specifically include a focusing knob 311, a focusing bracket 312, a first cam 313, a second cam 314, a spring 315, and a base 316. The base 316 is fixedly mounted on the lower surface of the upper housing 1. The focusing bracket 312 is affixed to the base 316. The spring 315 is elastically connected to the first cam 313 and the base 316, respectively. The focusing knob 311 extends outside the upper housing 1 or is located on the surface of the housing. The focusing knob 311 is rotatably connected to the first cam 313, which in turn engages with the second cam 314. The image acquisition module 32 is disposed in a slot between the first cam 313 and the second cam 314. According to an embodiment of the present application, the focusing knob 311 is used to control the rotation of the two cams, which in turn drive the camera up and down, thereby achieving more precise focusing and clearer images.

[0033] The base 316 may also be provided with a power interface that can be connected to an external power source to power the optical assembly 3, the light source assembly 4, and other devices requiring power. In addition, the lower surface of the upper housing 1 has a first set of contacts 318 for data transmission and / or power supply (see Figure 4 ), when the first set of contacts 318 is used for power supply, the first set of contacts 318 is connected to the power interface, and the power interface is connected to the external power supply.

[0034] refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8The lower housing 2 is generally cylindrical and includes an outer shell 21, a bottom plate 22, and an upper panel 23. The upper panel 23 and the bottom plate 22 are connected to the ends of the outer shell 21, respectively. The upper panel 23 is provided with a light source port 231 (second opening) for light to pass through. The light source port 231 is coaxial with the lens port 319. In some embodiments of the present application, the upper panel 23 may have a groove (not shown) and a slot 51 for inserting a counting board is formed between the upper panel 23 and the lower surface of the upper housing.

[0035] refer to Figure 9 The light source assembly 4 may specifically include: a lens 41, a light path 42, a light diffuser 43, a light source bracket 44, a light source circuit board 45, and a plurality of first magnets 46. The lens 41 and light diffuser 43 are mounted on the light path 42, and the light path 42 with the lens 41 and light diffuser 43 mounted thereon is mounted in the light source bracket 44. One side of the light source bracket 44 is fixedly connected to the light source circuit board 45, and the other side of the light source bracket 44 is fixedly connected to the panel 23. The plurality of first magnets 46 are respectively embedded in the panel 23. In this embodiment, the light source assembly provides light for imaging the optical component, thereby making the sperm display clearer and with higher contrast. The light source circuit board 45 has a second set of contacts 451, which extend outward from the panel 23. When the upper housing 1 is connected to the lower housing 2, the second set of contacts 451 contacts the first set of contacts 318, allowing the power interface to supply power to the light source circuit board 45 and the data transmission interface 52 in the lower housing 2 when connected to an external power source, or to transmit data through the contact between the two sets of contacts.

[0036] In the embodiment of the present application, the lens 41, the light path 42, the light diffuser 43, and the light source port 231 share a common optical axis. In other words, the lens 41, the light path 42, the light diffuser 43, the light source port 231, the lens port 319, and the image acquisition module 38 share a common optical axis, and the light emitted by the light source assembly 4 can be provided to the optical assembly 3 through the opening between the upper housing 1 and the lower housing 2.

[0037] Continue to refer Figure 2 The lower housing 2 is also provided with a data transmission and / or power supply interface 52 for connecting to a smart terminal and / or for power supply. The connection to the smart terminal and the power supply can use the same interface, or different interfaces can be used for the smart terminal and the power supply. The data transmission interface can be one of Lightning, Micro-USB, and Type-C interfaces.

[0038] The specific operation steps of this utility model are as follows:

[0039] Use a pipette to transfer an appropriate amount of semen from the test tube to the disposable counting slide and wait 30 seconds. Insert the disposable counting slide into the socket of the sperm analyzer in the direction indicated by the arrow. Connect the data cable to the mobile phone via the data cable. Adjust the focus knob on the top of the sperm analyzer until a clear image of sperm is visible on the mobile phone screen.

[0040] Although the present disclosure has been described in detail with reference to specific embodiments of the present application, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the embodiments. Therefore, this application is intended to cover modifications and variations of the present application, and any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present application shall be included within the scope of the claims of the present application and their equivalents.

[0041] In addition, the features disclosed in the above description or claims or drawings, in their specific forms or according to the methods or processes for performing the disclosed functions or obtaining the disclosed results, can be used alone or in any combination of these features to implement the present application in their different forms. Specifically, one or more features of any embodiment described in this application can be combined with one or more features of any other embodiment described in this application.

[0042] Protection may also be sought for any features disclosed in any one or more of the publications cited in conjunction with the present application and / or incorporated by reference.

Claims

1. A split sperm analysis device, characterized in that: include: An upper shell, the upper shell including an optical component for collecting sperm images; a first opening for light to pass through is provided on a lower surface of the upper shell; A lower shell connected to the upper shell is provided with a light source assembly for providing a light source, and an upper surface of the lower shell is provided with a second opening for light to pass through, wherein the first opening and the second opening share a common optical axis.

2. The split sperm analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower surface of the upper shell and / or the upper surface of the lower shell has a groove, and a slot for inserting a counting board is formed between the groove and the upper surface of the lower shell and / or the lower surface of the upper shell.

3. The split sperm analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The optical assembly comprises: A focusing module, comprising: a focusing knob, a focusing bracket, a first cam, a second cam, a spring, and a base; the base is fixedly disposed in the upper housing, the focusing bracket is fixedly connected to the base, the spring is elastically connected to the first cam and the base respectively, the focusing knob is rotatably connected to the first cam, and the first cam is meshed with the second cam; An image acquisition module is provided between the first cam and the second cam.

4. The split sperm analysis device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The focusing knob is exposed outside the upper surface of the upper shell or is located on the surface of the shell.

5. The split sperm analysis device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The image acquisition module and the first opening share a common optical axis.

6. The split sperm analysis device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The lower surface of the upper housing has a first set of contacts for data transmission and / or power supply, and the first set of contacts contacts the second set of contacts extending from the lower housing.

7. The split-type sperm analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The light source assembly includes: a light source bracket, and a lens, a light path, and a light homogenizer arranged in the light source bracket; wherein the lens, the light path, the light homogenizer and the second opening share a common optical axis.

8. The split sperm analysis device according to claim 7, characterized in that: A light source circuit board is also provided in the lower shell, and the light source circuit board is fixedly connected to the light source bracket. The light source circuit board has a second set of contacts extending from the upper surface of the lower shell, so that the second set of contacts contacts the first set of contacts of the upper shell.

9. The split-type sperm analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower shell and / or the outer surface of the lower shell are provided with a data transmission and / or power supply interface.

10. The split-type sperm analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper shell and the lower shell are connected in a magnetic manner.

11. The split sperm analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The optical component transmits the image data of the sperm collected to the cloud server via a wired or wireless method, and the cloud server transmits the parameter results of the sperm analysis to the smart terminal.