Amplification box

By designing an independent amplifier box, which includes a housing and an amplifier circuit board, the problem of inconvenient amplifier position adjustment in existing technologies is solved, achieving flexibility in electrode connections and comprehensive signal acquisition, thereby improving ease of use and signal accuracy.

CN223541920UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-14NCC MEDICAL
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Application Number
CN202422739503.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-11
Publication Date
2025-11-14
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-11

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Technical Problem

In the existing technology, the amplifier is located on the main unit of the neurophysiological monitoring instrument, which means that the entire instrument needs to be moved when the position of the amplifier needs to be changed, which is inconvenient for practical use.

Method used

Design an independent amplifier box, comprising a housing and an amplifier circuit board. The amplifier circuit board has a four-channel electrode interface and a signal output port. The amplifier circuit board is placed inside the housing and connected to a neurophysiological monitor via a signal cable. The electrode interfaces are flexibly adjustable and equipped with an indicator device and a detachable housing structure.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible adjustment of electrode connections and amplifier box positions, making it easy to use, improving the diversity and comprehensiveness of signal acquisition, reducing connection errors, ensuring signal accuracy and stability, and making assembly and maintenance more convenient.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an amplification box, which relates to the technical field of medical equipment and comprises a shell and an amplification circuit board. The shell is provided with a containing cavity, and a through hole communicating the containing cavity with the outside is formed in the shell; the amplifying circuit board is arranged in the containing cavity and provided with a four-channel electrode interface and a signal output port, the four-channel electrode interface is exposed out of the shell, the signal output port is close to the through hole, and the four-channel electrode interface is used for being connected with a collecting electrode; the signal output port is used for being electrically connected with the first signal output port or the second signal interface through a signal cable; according to the technical scheme provided by the utility model, the flexibility of the amplification box can be improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical equipment technology, and in particular to an amplification box. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of neurophysiological monitoring, the accurate capture and analysis of neurophysiological signals is crucial for the diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases. These signals are typically acquired via electrodes, amplified, and then transmitted to the monitor for further processing and analysis. In related technologies, the amplifier is often located on the main unit of the neurophysiological monitor. If the amplifier's position needs to be changed during electrode connection, the entire neurophysiological monitor must be moved, which is inconvenient for practical use. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this invention is to provide an amplifier box that improves the flexibility of the amplifier box.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention proposes an amplification box for use in a neurophysiological monitoring instrument, the neurophysiological monitoring instrument having a first signal interface and a second signal interface, the amplification box comprising:

[0005] A housing having a receiving cavity, the housing having a through hole connecting the receiving cavity to the outside; and

[0006] An amplification circuit board is disposed within the receiving cavity. The amplification circuit board has a four-channel electrode interface and a signal output port. The four-channel electrode interface is exposed in the housing. The signal output port is disposed near the through hole. The four-channel electrode interface is used to connect to the acquisition electrode. The signal output port is used to electrically connect to the first signal output port or the second signal interface through a signal cable.

[0007] In one embodiment, the amplifier circuit board is provided with four four-channel electrode interfaces, which are arranged in a rectangular array.

[0008] In one embodiment, the amplifier box further includes an indicator device disposed in the housing, the indicator device being located near the signal output port, and the indicator device being electrically connected to the amplifier circuit board.

[0009] In one embodiment, the indicating device is a digital display screen.

[0010] In one embodiment, the amplifier circuit board is further provided with a ground interface, which is exposed in the housing and is used to connect a ground wire.

[0011] In one embodiment, the amplifier circuit board is further provided with a reference line interface, which is exposed in the housing and is used to connect a reference line.

[0012] In one embodiment, the housing includes an upper shell and a lower shell, which are detachably connected and enclose the receiving cavity.

[0013] In one embodiment, the upper shell has a receiving groove, the bottom of the receiving groove has a through hole, the through hole connects the receiving groove and the receiving cavity, and the four-channel electrode interface passes through the through hole and is housed in the receiving groove.

[0014] In one embodiment, the upper shell and the lower shell are fastened together; and / or

[0015] The upper shell and the lower shell are connected by screws.

[0016] In one embodiment, the amplifier box further includes a mounting portion located at the end of the housing away from the signal output port.

[0017] In this invention, the amplification circuit board is housed in a separate casing. The signal output port of the amplification circuit board is electrically connected to the neurophysiological monitor via a signal cable to transmit electrical signals. This allows for more flexible electrode connections and adjustment of the amplification box position, facilitating use. The four-channel electrode interface of the amplification circuit board can connect to an integrated electrode, which consists of four electrodes, thus receiving signals from all four electrodes and increasing the diversity and comprehensiveness of signal acquisition. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the magnifying box provided by this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the upper shell structure;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the lower shell structure.

[0022] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0023] 1000, Magnifier box; 1, Housing; 101, Through hole; 11, Upper housing; 111, Receiving groove; 112, Through hole; 113, Fastening part; 12, Lower housing; 121, Fitting part; 2, Four-channel electrode interface; 3, Digital display screen; 4, Ground interface; 5, Reference line interface; 6, Hanging part.

[0024] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0026] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0027] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0028] This invention proposes an amplifier box 1000 for use in a neurophysiological monitoring instrument, which has a first signal interface and a second signal interface.

[0029] Please see Figure 1In one embodiment of this utility model, the amplification box 1000 includes a housing 1 and an amplification circuit board; the housing 1 has a receiving cavity, and the housing 1 forms a through hole 101 that connects the receiving cavity to the outside; the amplification circuit board is disposed in the receiving cavity, and the amplification circuit board is provided with a four-channel electrode interface 2 and a signal output port. The four-channel electrode interface 2 is exposed in the housing 1, and the signal output port is disposed near the through hole 101. The four-channel electrode interface 2 is used to connect the acquisition electrode, and the signal output port is used to electrically connect to the first signal output port or the second signal interface through a signal cable.

[0030] In this invention, the amplification circuit board is placed inside a separate housing 1. The signal output port of the amplification circuit board is electrically connected to the neurophysiological monitor via a signal cable to transmit electrical signals. This makes the electrode connection and the adjustment of the position of the amplification box 1000 more flexible and convenient to use. The four-channel electrode interface 2 of the amplification circuit board can connect to an integrated electrode, which consists of four electrodes, thus receiving signals from four electrodes and increasing the diversity and comprehensiveness of signal acquisition.

[0031] To improve monitoring efficiency, please refer to one embodiment of this utility model. Figure 1 The amplifier circuit board has four four-channel electrode interfaces 2, which are arranged in a rectangular array. This arrangement allows the amplifier box 1000 to simultaneously receive signals from sixteen channels, resulting in higher signal acquisition efficiency. The rectangular array of the four four-channel electrode interfaces 2 effectively utilizes space, making the amplifier circuit board more compact, facilitating circuit design optimization, reducing electromagnetic interference between different channels, and improving signal stability and accuracy.

[0032] Understandably, since the neurophysiological monitor has a first signal interface and a second signal interface, and different signal interfaces receive electrical signals from different parts of the human body, after both interfaces of the neurophysiological monitor are connected to the amplifier box 1000, medical personnel need to confirm which signal interface the amplifier box 1000 is electrically connected to when inserting the integrated electrode. Therefore, in one embodiment of this utility model, the amplifier box 1000 also includes an indicator device. The indicator device is located in the housing 1, near the signal output port, and electrically connected to the amplifier circuit board. The indicator device is used to indicate which signal interface the amplifier box 1000 is connected to in the neurophysiological monitor. That is, through the indicator device, medical personnel can easily determine the signal interface to which the amplifier box 1000 is electrically connected, without needing to make a manual judgment. This reduces the probability of incorrect connection when connecting the amplifier box 1000 and the integrated electrode. Incorrect connection will lead to abnormal data from the neurophysiological monitor, making it impossible to collect accurate data, which will in turn affect the medical personnel's judgment.

[0033] Specifically, in one embodiment of this utility model, please refer to Figure 1 The indicating device is a digital display screen 3, which can display the connection status of the amplifier box 1000. When the amplifier box 1000 is connected to the first interface of the neurophysiological monitor, the digital display screen 3 can display the number "1"; when the amplifier box 1000 is connected to the second interface of the neurophysiological monitor, the digital display screen 3 can display the number "2". This clearly shows the connection status of the amplifier box 1000. In other embodiments, the indicating device can be an LED indicator light or a signal light, as long as it can indicate the connection status of the amplifier box 1000.

[0034] Furthermore, in one embodiment of this utility model, please refer to... Figure 1 The amplifier circuit board also includes a ground interface 4, which is exposed within the housing 1 and used to connect to the ground wire. The ground interface 4 allows the amplifier box 1000 to be directly connected to the ground wire, helping to maintain the signal reference point in the circuit and ensuring signal accuracy and stability. Similarly, in another embodiment of this invention, please refer to... Figure 1 The amplifier circuit board also features a reference line interface 5, which is exposed within the housing 1 and used to connect reference lines. The reference line interface 5 allows the amplifier box 1000 to be directly connected to reference lines, providing a fixed signal reference point and contributing to improved signal accuracy and stability. Furthermore, when the amplifier box 1000 simultaneously features a ground interface 4 and a reference line interface 5, corresponding indicator labels can be used to distinguish between them.

[0035] For ease of assembly and maintenance, please refer to one embodiment of this utility model. Figures 1 to 3 The housing 1 includes an upper housing 11 and a lower housing 12, which are detachably connected and together form a receiving cavity. This detachable design makes the assembly and maintenance of the amplifier box 1000 more convenient. No special tools are required to open the housing 1 for inspection or replacement of internal components. Furthermore, this design makes it easier and faster to upgrade or replace the amplifier circuit board or other internal components.

[0036] Specifically, in one embodiment of this utility model, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3The upper shell 11 and the lower shell 12 are fastened together. The upper shell 11 has a fastening part 113, and the lower shell 12 has a mating part 121. The fastening part 113 can fasten onto the mating part 121 to achieve a detachable connection between the upper shell 11 and the lower shell 12. Multiple fastening parts 113 and mating parts 121 can be provided to improve the stability of the connection. In another embodiment of this utility model, the upper shell 11 and the lower shell 12 are connected by screws. The screw connection can withstand repeated disassembly and assembly, improving the durability and reliability of the shell 1. Furthermore, the upper shell 11 and the lower shell 12 can be connected by screws after the fastening connection, making the connection even more stable.

[0037] Furthermore, in one embodiment of this utility model, please refer to... Figure 1 and Figure 2 The upper shell 11 has a receiving groove 111, and a through hole 112 is formed at the bottom of the receiving groove 111. The through hole 112 connects the receiving groove 111 to the receiving cavity, and the four-channel electrode interface 2 passes through the through hole 112 and is accommodated in the receiving groove 111. The design of the receiving groove 111 and the through hole 112 formed in the upper shell 11 allows the four-channel electrode interface 2 to pass directly through the through hole 112 and be accommodated in the receiving groove 111. This compact layout helps to reduce the overall volume of the amplifier box 1000. At the same time, by accommodating the electrode interface in the receiving groove 111, the interface can be protected from external damage and its service life can be extended. In addition, by setting the shape of the receiving groove 111, the integrated electrode can be limited and guided during the insertion of the integrated electrode, ensuring the stability of the connection.

[0038] For ease of use, please refer to one embodiment of this utility model. Figure 3 The amplifier box 1000 also includes a mounting part 6, which is located at the end of the housing 1 furthest from the signal output port. In actual use, the mounting part 6 can be installed with a corresponding hook at the side of the operating table or other locations to improve space utilization. Furthermore, the fact that the mounting part 6 is located at the end of the housing 1 furthest from the signal output port does not affect the connection of the amplifier box 1000 to the neurophysiological monitor through the signal output port.

[0039] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An amplification box for a neurophysiological monitoring instrument, the neurophysiological monitoring instrument having a first signal interface and a second signal interface, characterized in that, The magnifying box includes: The housing has a receiving cavity and a through hole connecting the receiving cavity to the outside; and an amplification circuit board is disposed in the receiving cavity. The amplification circuit board has a four-channel electrode interface and a signal output port. The four-channel electrode interface is exposed in the housing, and the signal output port is disposed near the through hole. The four-channel electrode interface is used to connect to the acquisition electrode, and the signal output port is used to electrically connect to the first signal output port or the second signal interface through a signal cable.

2. The magnifying box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The amplifier circuit board is provided with four four-channel electrode interfaces, which are arranged in a rectangular array.

3. The magnifying box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The amplifier box also includes an indicator device, which is disposed in the housing and located near the signal output port. The indicator device is electrically connected to the amplifier circuit board.

4. The magnifying box as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The indicator device is a digital display screen.

5. The magnifying box as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The amplifier circuit board is also provided with a ground interface, which is exposed in the housing and is used to connect to the ground.

6. The magnifying box as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The amplifier circuit board is also provided with a reference line interface, which is exposed in the housing and is used to connect a reference line.

7. The magnifying box as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The housing includes an upper shell and a lower shell, which are detachably connected and together form the receiving cavity.

8. The magnifying box as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The upper shell has a receiving groove, and the bottom of the receiving groove has a through hole. The through hole connects the receiving groove and the receiving cavity. The four-channel electrode interface passes through the through hole and is housed in the receiving groove.

9. The magnifying box as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The upper shell and the lower shell are fastened together; and / or The upper shell and the lower shell are connected by screws.

10. The magnifying box as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The amplifier box also includes a mounting part, which is located at the end of the housing away from the signal output port.