Remote controller for patient

Abstract

The utility model provides a remote controller for a patient, comprising a housing, the upper surface of the housing is provided with a matching hole, and the side surface adjacent to the upper surface is provided with a matching groove; the prompting assembly is movably arranged in the matching hole and is used for reflecting the operation mode of the remote controller; the locking switch is arranged in the matching groove and is in transmission connection with the prompting assembly; when the locking switch is located at the first position, the prompting assembly extends out of the matching hole, and the remote controller is in a locking mode; when the locking switch is located at a second position opposite to the first position, the prompting assembly returns to the matching hole, and the remote controller is in an adjusting mode. The remote controller with the locking function solves the technical problems that when a medical worker or a patient uses the remote controller with the locking function, information of the current operation state of the remote controller can only be obtained through a display screen and cannot be obtained through other prompt information, and the application range is smaller.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of remote control technology, and more specifically, to a remote control for patients. Background Technology

[0002] Existing medical device remote controls generally consist of a main body with multiple function buttons and a display screen. To prevent accidental touches or misoperations, a function lock button is usually provided to lock or unlock the function buttons on the remote control, and the display screen is used to show the operating status of the remote control.

[0003] However, the relevant technology has at least one of the following problems: when medical staff or patients use a remote control with a locking function, they can only obtain information about the current operating status of the remote control through the display screen, and cannot obtain it through other prompts, thus limiting its applicability; for example, when a patient has visual impairment, they cannot obtain the status information of the remote control through the display screen, causing inconvenience to the patient. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem solved by this utility model is that when medical staff or patients use a remote control with a locking function, they can only obtain information about the current operating status of the remote control through the display screen, and cannot obtain it through other prompts, thus limiting its applicability.

[0005] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model provides a remote control for patients, comprising: a housing, with a mating hole on the upper surface of the housing and a mating groove on the side adjacent to the upper surface; a prompting component, movably disposed in the mating hole, for responding to the operating mode of the remote control; and a locking switch, disposed in the mating groove and operatively connected to the prompting component; wherein, when the locking switch is in a first position, the prompting component extends from the mating hole, and the remote control is in locked mode; when the locking switch is in a second position opposite to the first position, the prompting component retracts to the mating hole, and the remote control is in adjustment mode.

[0006] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this solution are as follows: Compared with remote controls for patients in related technologies, this invention provides users with an intuitive and easy-to-identify way to determine the operating mode of the remote control by setting an active prompting component and a locking switch linked to the prompting component. Specifically, when the prompting component extends from the mating hole, the remote control is in locked mode; and when the prompting component retracts into the mating hole, the remote control is in adjustment mode. This intuitive feedback mechanism greatly improves the convenience and efficiency of users during use, enabling them to make quick and correct decisions in emergency situations. Furthermore, for users with poor eyesight or those in special environments where it is difficult to easily view the display screen, the physical structure change reflecting the operating mode provides them with great convenience.

[0007] In one embodiment of this utility model, the housing includes a first through groove, which is disposed inside the housing and communicates with a mating groove; the locking switch includes: a control unit, which is disposed in the mating groove and is used to control the working state of the remote control; and a linkage unit, which is disposed in the first through groove, with one end connected to the control unit and the other end connected to the prompting component.

[0008] Compared with the existing technology, the technical effect achieved by adopting this technical solution is as follows: by setting a first through groove inside the housing to connect the control part and the linkage part of the locking switch, the control part can accurately control the activity of the prompt component through the linkage part, thus ensuring that the locking and adjustment functions of the remote control can be realized stably and reliably.

[0009] In one embodiment of this utility model, the linkage part includes: a first connector, the first connector being disposed in a first through groove, and a first end of the first connector being connected to the control part; the prompting component includes: a prompting member, the prompting member being movably disposed in a mating hole, and the side of the prompting member near the first through groove being movably connected to the second end of the first connector.

[0010] Compared with the existing technology, the technical effect achieved by adopting this technical solution is as follows: by setting an active connection between the first connector and the prompting component, it can be ensured that the prompting component accurately responds to the switching of the remote control's operating mode by operating the locking switch.

[0011] In one embodiment of this utility model, the side of the prompting member near the through groove is provided with a first guide surface; the second end of the first connector is provided with a second guide surface corresponding to the first guide surface, and the first guide surface and the second guide surface are in contact.

[0012] Compared with the existing technology, the technical effect achieved by adopting this technical solution is as follows: by setting the first guide surface and the second guide surface, the connection method between the prompting component and the first connecting component is greatly optimized, and the connection between the prompting component and the first connecting component is smoother through the fit between the two guide surfaces.

[0013] In one embodiment of this utility model, the control unit includes: a second connector disposed in a mating groove; and a toggle member disposed on the side of the second connector facing the mating groove and slidably connected to the second connector.

[0014] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: through the cooperation of the connector and the toggle, it provides users with an intuitive and convenient operation method; users can easily control the working status of the remote control through the toggle, improving user operation comfort and efficiency.

[0015] In one embodiment of this utility model, the second connector has a first through hole on the side facing the first through groove; the control unit further includes a first reset member, which is disposed in the first through hole and connected to the actuating member; wherein, when the actuating member is in the first position, the first reset member is in an extended state; when the actuating member is in the second position, the first reset member is in a compressed state.

[0016] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this technical solution are as follows: the reset component can provide corresponding restoring force when the toggle component switches positions, which can ensure the stability of the toggle component in different positions and prevent the remote control locking function from failing due to vibration or misoperation.

[0017] In one embodiment of this utility model, the second connector is further provided with at least one locking position; the control unit further includes a locking member, which is disposed on the toggle member and engages with the locking position.

[0018] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: setting up a locking position and a locking component can ensure that the toggle component can stably maintain its current posture when in different positions, effectively preventing the toggle component from moving accidentally relative to the connecting component, and ensuring that the remote control can work stably in both locked and adjustable modes.

[0019] In one embodiment of this utility model, a third guide surface is provided on the side of the latching position near the toggle member; wherein, when the locking switch moves from the second position to the first position, the latching member enters the latching position along the third guide surface.

[0020] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this technical solution are as follows: by setting a third guide surface on the side of the locking position close to the actuating component, the cooperation efficiency between the locking component and the locking position can be improved, allowing the locking component to be locked into and disengaged from the locking position more smoothly, reducing the resistance and difficulty of operation.

[0021] In one embodiment of this utility model, the mating groove is provided with a first rotating shaft; the remote control also includes a cover, which is disposed in the first mating groove and rotatably connected to the first rotating shaft, for covering the mating groove.

[0022] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this technical solution are as follows: the cover can effectively block the mating groove; on the one hand, it can hide the locking switch and further prevent accidental activation; on the other hand, it can protect the locking switch from interference from the external environment.

[0023] In one embodiment of this utility model, the mating groove is provided with a handle.

[0024] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are: the addition of a handle provides a convenient way for users to open the cover, improving the ease of use of the remote control.

[0025] By adopting the technical solution of this utility model, the following technical effects can be achieved:

[0026] (1) By setting up an active prompting component and a locking switch linked to the prompting component, this utility model provides users with an intuitive and easy-to-identify way to judge the operating mode of the remote control; when the prompting component extends out of the mating hole, the remote control is in the locked mode; and when the prompting component retracts to the mating hole, the remote control is in the adjustment mode. This intuitive feedback mechanism greatly improves the convenience and efficiency of users in the process of use, enabling them to make correct decisions quickly in emergency situations. Moreover, for users with poor eyesight or those who cannot easily view the display screen in special environments, the change in physical structure to reflect the operating mode can bring them great convenience.

[0027] (2) By setting an active connection between the first connector and the prompting component, it can be ensured that the prompting component accurately responds to the switching of the remote control's operating mode by operating the locking switch;

[0028] (3) Setting up the latching position and latching part can make the toggle part maintain its current posture stably when it is in different positions, effectively preventing the toggle part from moving unexpectedly relative to the connecting part, and ensuring that the remote control can work stably in the locking mode and adjustment mode. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings to be used in the description of the embodiments 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 these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a remote control for patients provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 2 for Figure 1The diagram shows the exploded structure of the remote control shown.

[0032] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0033] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A top view of the remote control shown;

[0034] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A cross-sectional view along the BB direction;

[0035] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified view of a section at point C;

[0036] Figure 7 for Figure 5 A magnified view of a section at point D.

[0037] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0038] 100. Remote control; 10. Housing; 11. Upper surface; 12. Mating hole; 13. Mating groove; 131. First rotating shaft; 132. Handle; 14. First through groove; 15. Cover; 16. Hanging hole; 17. Control circuit board; 20. Indicator assembly; 21. Indicator element; 211. First guide surface; 30. Locking switch; 31. Control unit; 311. Second connector; 312. Actuating element; 313. First through hole; 314. First snap-fit ​​position; 316. Snap-fit ​​element; 317. Third guide surface; 318. First opening; 32. Linkage unit; 321. First connector; 322. Second guide surface. Detailed Implementation

[0039] The embodiments of this application will now be described in detail. Examples of these embodiments are illustrated in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0040] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a link, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0042] See Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a remote control for patients provided in an embodiment of the present invention. A remote control 100 for patients includes: a housing 10, a prompting component 20, and a locking switch 30. The housing 10 has a mating hole 12 on its upper surface 11 and a mating groove 13 on its side adjacent to the upper surface 11. The prompting component 20 is movably disposed in the mating hole 12 to indicate the operating mode of the remote control 100. The locking switch 30 is disposed in the mating groove 13 and is kinetically connected to the prompting component 20. When the locking switch 30 is in a first position, the prompting component 20 extends from the mating hole 12, and the remote control 100 is in a locked mode. When the locking switch 30 is in a second position opposite to the first position, the prompting component 20 retracts to the mating hole 12, and the remote control 100 is in an adjustment mode.

[0043] Preferably, the upper surface 11 of the housing 10 is also provided with a functional area, which is used to adjust the working status of the remote control 100.

[0044] Preferably, as shown in Figure 2, the housing 10 is also provided with a control circuit board 17, and the locking switch 30 and the function area are electrically connected to the control circuit board 17. When the locking switch 30 is in the first position, the locking switch 30 and the control circuit board 17 are linked, and the control circuit board 17 locks the function area of ​​the remote control 100. Conversely, when the locking switch is in the second position opposite to the first position, the locking switch 30 and the control circuit board 17 are linked, and the control circuit board 17 unlocks the function area of ​​the remote control 100.

[0045] For further information, please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 3 to 7The housing 10 also includes a first through groove 14, which is located inside the housing 10 and communicates with the mating groove 13. The locking switch 30 includes a control unit 31 and a linkage unit 32. The control unit 31 is located in the mating groove 13 and is used to control the working state of the remote controller 100. The linkage unit 32 is located in the first through groove 14, and one end is connected to the control unit 31 and the other end is connected to the prompting component 20. The control unit 31 causes the linkage unit 32 to drive the prompting component 20 to adjust its position so as to reflect the current working state of the remote controller 100.

[0046] Furthermore, the linkage 32 includes: a first connector 321, which is disposed in the first through groove 14, and the first end of the first connector 321 is connected to the control unit 31; the prompting component 20 includes: a prompting member 21, which is movably disposed in the mating hole 12, and the side of the prompting member 21 near the first through groove 14 is slidably connected to the second end of the first connector 321.

[0047] Preferably, the prompting member 21 has a first guide surface 211 on the side near the first through groove 14; the second end of the first connector 321 has a second guide surface 322 corresponding to the first guide surface 211, and the first guide surface 211 and the second guide surface 322 are in contact.

[0048] Depending on the specific usage, when the locking switch 30 moves from the first position to the second position, or from the second position to the first position, the control unit 31 controls the first connecting member 321 of the linkage unit 32 to move in cooperation with the first guiding surface 211 of the prompting member 21 in the prompting component 20 through the second guide surface 322, so that the connection between the prompting member 21 and the first connecting member 321 is smoother.

[0049] Furthermore, the control unit 31 includes: a second connector 311 and a toggle member 312; the second connector 311 is disposed in the mating groove 13; the toggle member 312 is disposed on the side of the second connector 311 facing the mating groove 13 and is slidably connected to the second connector 311.

[0050] Preferably, the second connector 311 has a first opening 318 on the side facing the mating groove 13, and the actuating member 312 is installed into the second connector 311 through the first opening 318.

[0051] Furthermore, the second connector 311 has a first through hole 313 on the side facing the first through groove 14; the control unit 31 also includes a first reset member, which is disposed in the first through hole 313 and connected to the actuating member 312; wherein, when the actuating member 312 is in the first position, the first reset member is in an extended state; when the actuating member 312 is in the second position, the first reset member is in a compressed state.

[0052] Furthermore, the second connector 311 is also provided with at least one snap-fit ​​position; the control unit 31 also includes a snap-fit ​​member 316, which is disposed on the toggle member 312 and snaps into the snap-fit ​​position.

[0053] Preferably, the latching member 316 is further provided with a second reset member on the side near the actuating member 312. The second reset member connects the latching member 316 and the actuating member 312. When the actuating member 312 is in the first position, the second reset member is in an extended state. When the actuating member 312 is in the second position, the second reset member is in a compressed state.

[0054] Preferably, a third guide surface 317 is provided on the side of the latching position near the toggle member 312; wherein, when the locking switch 30 moves from the second position to the first position, the latching member 316 enters the latching position along the third guide surface 317 to improve the cooperation efficiency between the latching member 316 and the latching position, so that the latching member 316 can be latched into and disengaged from the latching position more smoothly, reducing the resistance and difficulty of operation.

[0055] Specifically, the control component includes a first latching position 314 and a second latching position. The first latching position 314 corresponds to the first position, and the second latching position corresponds to the second position. The third guide surface 317 is located between the first position and the second position. When the toggle member 312 moves from the second position to the first position, the second reset member gradually changes from a compressed state to an extended state until the latching member 316 latches with the first latching position 314.

[0056] Furthermore, the mating groove 13 is provided with a first rotating shaft 131; the remote control 100 also includes a cover 15, which is disposed in the first mating groove 13 and rotatably connected to the first rotating shaft 131, for covering the mating groove 13; in combination with actual use, when the cover 15 is closed on the first mating groove 13, the locking switch 30 is covered, so as to hide the locking switch 30 and further prevent accidental touch or misoperation; and it can also protect the locking switch 30 from interference from the external environment.

[0057] Furthermore, a handle 132 is provided on one side of the groove 13 relative to the first rotating shaft 131. The handle 132 provides a convenient way for the user to open the cover 15, thereby improving the ease of use of the remote control 100.

[0058] Preferably, the upper surface 11 of the housing 10 is also provided with a hanging hole 16;

[0059] Preferably, the remote control 100 also includes a lanyard, which is connected to the housing 10 through a hanging hole 16, so that the user can carry the remote control 100.

[0060] During use, when the toggle switch 312 in the locking switch 30 is moved from the second position to the first position, the latching member 316 on the toggle switch 312 enters the first latching position 314 along the third guide surface 317; at the same time, the first connecting member 321 connected to the toggle switch 312 moves along the first through groove 14 away from the mating groove 13, the second guide surface 322 of the first connecting member 321 fits against the first guide surface 211 of the prompting member 21, and pushes the prompting member 21 to extend out from the mating groove 13. At this time, the remote control 100 is in the locked mode.

[0061] While the present invention has been disclosed above, it is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can make various modifications and alterations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention; therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A remote control for patients, characterized in that, include: The housing (10) has a mating hole (12) on its upper surface (11) and a mating groove (13) on its side adjacent to the upper surface (11). A prompting component (20) is movably disposed in the mating hole (12) and is used to respond to the operating mode of the remote control; A locking switch (30) is provided in the mating groove (13) and is connected to the prompting component (20) in a transmission manner; When the locking switch (30) is in the first position, the prompting component (20) extends out from the mating hole (12), and the remote control is in locked mode; When the locking switch (30) is in a second position opposite to the first position, the prompting component (20) retracts to the mating hole (12), and the remote control is in adjustment mode.

2. The remote control according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing (10) includes a first through groove (14), which is disposed inside the housing (10) and communicates with the mating groove (13); The locking switch (30) includes: A control unit (31) is provided in the mating groove (13) and is used to control the working state of the remote controller; Linkage part (32) is provided in the first through slot (14), and one end is connected to the control part (31) and the other end is connected to the prompting component (20).

3. The remote control according to claim 2, characterized in that, The linkage (32) includes: A first connector (321) is disposed in the first through groove (14), and the first end of the first connector (321) is connected to the control unit (31); The prompt component (20) includes: The prompting element (21) is movably disposed in the mating hole (12), and the side of the prompting element (21) near the first through groove (14) is slidably connected to the second end of the first connector (321).

4. The remote control according to claim 3, characterized in that, The prompting element (21) has a first guide surface (211) on the side near the first through groove (14). The second end of the first connector (321) is provided with a second guide surface (322) corresponding to the first guide surface (211), and the first guide surface (211) and the second guide surface (322) are in contact.

5. The remote control according to claim 2, characterized in that, The control unit (31) includes: The second connector (311) is disposed in the mating groove (13); A toggle member (312) is provided on the side of the second connector (311) facing the mating groove (13) and is movably connected to the second connector (311).

6. The remote control according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second connector (311) has a first through hole (313) on the side facing the first through groove (14). The control unit (31) further includes: The first reset member is disposed in the first through hole (313) and connected to the toggle member (312); When the actuating member (312) is in the first position, the first reset member is in an extended state; when the actuating member (312) is in the second position, the first reset member is in a compressed state.

7. The remote control according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second connector (311) is also provided with at least one snap-fit ​​position; The control unit (31) further includes: A snap-fit ​​member (316) is provided on the toggle member (312) and snaps into the snap-fit ​​position.

8. The remote control according to claim 7, characterized in that, The latching position is provided with a third guide surface (317) on the side near the toggle member (312). During the process of the locking switch (30) moving from the second position to the first position, the latching member (316) enters the latching position along the third guide surface (317).

9. The remote control according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mating groove (13) is provided with a first rotating shaft (131); The remote control also includes: The cover (15) is disposed in the mating groove (13) and is rotatably connected to the first rotating shaft (131) for covering the mating groove (13).

10. The remote control according to claim 9, characterized in that, The mating groove (13) is provided with a handle (132).

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