Digital source tool
By designing the slot assembly and pusher of the counting tool, the problems of low efficiency and high radiation risk of traditional manual counting of sealed seed sources were solved, achieving fast, accurate counting and safe operation.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520396462.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-10
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-07
AI Technical Summary
Traditional manual counting of sealed seed sources is inefficient, time-consuming, labor-intensive, and has a high error rate. Long-term operation can result in a high radiation dose for operators.
Design a counting tool, including a tool table and a pusher. The tool table is provided with slots and counting marks. The slots are used to hold sealed seed sources, and the pusher is used to move the sealed seed sources. The combination of the slots and the counting marks enables fast and accurate counting.
It improves counting efficiency, reduces error rate, lowers the risk of radiation exposure for operators, simplifies operating procedures, and enhances the safety and convenience of operation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of counting devices, and in particular to a counting tool. Background Technology
[0002] In recent years, radiotherapy products have achieved remarkable results in the field of brachytherapy for malignant tumors. One important product is a cylindrical device with a diameter of 0.8 mm and a length of 4.5 mm. Sealed seed source. Due to... Sealed seed sources are very small in size, making it difficult to count them quickly and accurately with the naked eye.
[0003] Traditional manual counting methods, typically using tweezers to count one by one, are not only inefficient and time-consuming, but also have a high error rate. More seriously, prolonged and large-scale operations can expose operators to high levels of radiation. Utility Model Content
[0004] This utility model provides a counting tool to solve the problems of time-consuming and labor-intensive manual counting with tweezers, high error rate, and high radiation dose to operators due to long-term and large-scale operation.
[0005] This utility model provides a data source tool, including:
[0006] A workbench is provided with slots and a counting indicator. The slots include multiple slots for holding items to be counted, and the counting indicator is used to display the number of slots.
[0007] A pusher is movably connected to the tool table, and the pusher is used to push the objects to be counted to move.
[0008] According to the present invention, a data source tool is provided, wherein the tool table is provided with a receiving cavity, and the slot group is arranged on the bottom surface of the receiving cavity.
[0009] According to the present invention, a data source tool is provided in which the pushing member is slidably connected to the tool table, and the pushing member can slide relative to the length direction of the tool table.
[0010] According to the present invention, one of the tool table and the pusher is provided with a positioning groove, and the other is provided with a positioning protrusion. The positioning groove and the positioning protrusion engage to lock the relative positions of the tool table and the pusher in the length direction of the tool table.
[0011] According to the present invention, a number of positioning slots are configured in a data source tool.
[0012] According to the present invention, in a data source tool, the positioning protrusion is configured as an elastically telescopic structure.
[0013] According to the present invention, a data source tool is provided in which the slots are configured in multiple rows, and the multiple rows of slots are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the tool table.
[0014] According to the present invention, a data source tool is provided, the tool table comprising:
[0015] The platform includes a bottom wall and two side walls, the two side walls being spaced apart on opposite sides of the bottom wall, the slot group being disposed on the bottom wall, and the counting mark being disposed on one of the side walls;
[0016] A baffle is movably disposed between the bottom wall and the area enclosed by the two side walls, and the baffle has a first position and a second position;
[0017] In the first position, the upper surface of the baffle is higher than the bottom wall;
[0018] In the second position, the upper surface of the baffle is lower than or flush with the bottom wall.
[0019] According to the present invention, one of the sidewall and the baffle is provided with a snap-fit groove, and the other is provided with a snap-fit protrusion. The snap-fit groove and the snap-fit protrusion are snapped together and can slide relative to each other to limit the relative position of the baffle and the sidewall in the length direction of the sidewall.
[0020] According to the present invention, a data source tool is provided with an elastic element between the baffle and the bottom wall, and the elastic element is used to drive the baffle to reset to the first position.
[0021] This utility model provides a data source tool that counts multiple objects to be counted ( The sealed seed source is placed on the workbench, where each slot can hold one item to be counted. When multiple items fall into their corresponding slots, the number of items is determined based on the counting indicator. If there are extra items, a pusher can move them off the workbench. Compared to related technologies that manually count items one by one using tweezers, this invention saves time and effort, has a lower error rate, and helps avoid the inconvenience caused to the operator by the remaining items. Attached Figure Description
[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in 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 some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.
[0023] Figure 1 This is a first-view structural diagram of the data source tool provided by this utility model.
[0024] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An enlarged schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle.
[0025] Figure 3 This is a second-view structural diagram of the data source tool provided by this utility model.
[0026] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the data source tool provided by this utility model.
[0027] Figure label:
[0028] 100. Tool table; 110. Slot group; 111. Slot position; 120. Counting mark; 130. Receiving cavity; 140. Positioning slot; 150. Table body; 151. Bottom wall; 152. Side wall; 1521. Snap-fit slide; 160. Baffle; 161. Snap-fit protrusion;
[0029] 200. Pushing component; 210. Clamping recess. Detailed Implementation
[0030] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0031] The following is combined with Figures 1-4 The data source tool described in this utility model can be understood as the object to be counted being... The seed source is sealed. Of course, in some embodiments, the objects to be counted can be other types, which are not limited here.
[0032] Understandably, referring to Figures 1 to 4This utility model provides a counting tool, including a tool table 100 and a pusher 200. The tool table 100 is provided with a slot group 110 and a counting mark 120. The slot group 110 includes a plurality of slots 111, which are used to accommodate objects to be counted. The counting mark 120 is used to display the number of slots 111. The pusher 200 is movably connected to the tool table 100 and is used to push the objects to be counted to move.
[0033] This utility model provides a counting tool that places multiple objects to be counted (sealed seed sources) on a tool table 100. This can be understood as each slot 111 accommodating one object. Once multiple objects fall into their corresponding slots 111, the number of objects is determined based on a counting indicator 120. If there are excess objects, a pusher 200 can be moved relative to the tool table 100 to remove them. Compared to related technologies that manually count one by one using tweezers, this utility model saves time and effort, has a lower error rate, and helps avoid the objects causing inconvenience to the operator.
[0034] It should be noted that operators can use the following methods: For example, by shaking the tool table 100, the object to be counted moves into the slot 111, and the number of objects is determined based on the count indicator 120. Alternatively, the pusher 200 is operated to move the object to be counted, causing it to fall into the slot 111, and the number of objects is determined based on the count indicator 120.
[0035] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In this embodiment of the utility model, the slot group 110 is configured in multiple rows, and the multiple rows of slot groups 110 are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the tool table 100, which improves the practicality and efficiency of the tool table 100.
[0036] Reference Figure 1 Specifically, in this embodiment, the slot group 110 is set to 20 rows, and the required counting quantity can be controlled in units of 10 sealing seeds. Therefore, each row of slot group 110 includes 10 recessed slots 111, each slot 111 having a depth of 0.8mm and a length of 5mm, just enough to accommodate one sealing seed. Of course, in some embodiments, each slot 111 can also be set to accommodate two sealing seeds, which is not limited here.
[0037] It should be noted that, in this embodiment, since the object to be counted is a sealed seed source containing radioactive material, the counting tool of this invention is made of metal, sufficient to block the radiation from the sealed seed source. In some embodiments, when the object to be counted does not contain radioactive material, the counting tool can be made of plastic material, and this is not limited thereto.
[0038] The aforementioned counting identifier 120 includes a plurality of numbers arranged arithmetically from left to right along the length of the tool table 100. In this embodiment, since each row of operating slots 110 includes 10 slots 111, the counting identifier 120 includes 20 numbers arranged arithmetically from 10 to 200. For example, referring to... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the number corresponding to the first row of slots 110 is 10, the number corresponding to the second row of slots 110 is 20, the number corresponding to the third row of slots 110 is 30, and so on. The counting identifier 120 corresponding to the last row of slots 110 is the sum of the number of slots 111 in that row and the number of slots 111 in all the slot groups 110 in front of that row.
[0039] As can be seen from the above, after placing multiple objects to be counted on the tool table 100, the number of objects to be counted is determined based on the number of slots 111 into which the objects fall and the setting of the counting indicator 120. When there is an excess number, when the 125I sealing seed source fills the slot 111 and there is still some remaining, the pusher 200 can be used to push the objects that have not fallen into the slots 111 away from the tool table 100.
[0040] It should be noted that the number of slot groups 110 and slots 111 is not limited. Of course, the corresponding counting indicator 120 for each row of slot groups 110 is also not limited and can be set as needed.
[0041] Understandably, referring to Figures 1 to 4 In this embodiment of the invention, the tool table 100 is provided with a receiving cavity 130, and the slot assembly 110 is arranged on the bottom surface of the receiving cavity 130. With the above structure, the receiving cavity 130 provides a relatively enclosed and orderly operating space to accommodate the items to be counted, and the slot assembly 110 is located on the bottom surface of the receiving cavity 130, which can effectively prevent the items from scattering or being lost during operation and keep the work area clean.
[0042] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 4 In this embodiment of the utility model, the tool table 100 includes a table body 150 and a baffle 160. The table body 150 includes a bottom wall 151 and two side walls 152. The two side walls 152 are spaced apart on opposite sides of the bottom wall 151. A slot group 110 is disposed on the bottom wall 151. A counting mark 120 is disposed on one of the side walls 152. The baffle 160 is movably disposed between the area enclosed by the bottom wall 151 and the two side walls 152. The baffle 160 has a first position and a second position.
[0043] In the first position, the upper surface of the baffle 160 is higher than the bottom wall 151;
[0044] In the second position, the upper surface of the baffle 160 is lower than or flush with the bottom wall 151.
[0045] It should be noted that, in this embodiment of the utility model, the upper surfaces of the two side walls 152 are higher than the upper surface of the bottom wall 151.
[0046] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 In this embodiment of the utility model, there are two baffles 160, which are located at the left and right ends of the tool table 100, respectively. Of course, in some embodiments, the number of baffles 160 can be set to only one. Since the counting order is from left to right, in order to prevent the sealing seed source from falling from the left end, when there is only one baffle 160, the baffle 160 is located at the left end of the area enclosed by the bottom wall 151 and the two side walls 152. The right end of the area enclosed by the bottom wall 151 and the two side walls 152 can be understood as an opening. When the sealing seed source fills all the slots 111 and there is still some left, the excess sealing seed source can be removed through the baffle 160, i.e., the left end, or removed from the opening, i.e., the right end. This is not limited here.
[0047] With the above configuration, when the baffle 160 is in the first position, the baffle 160, the bottom wall 151 and the two side walls 152 form the above-mentioned receiving cavity 130 to prevent the sealed seed source from falling out, so as to facilitate better operation.
[0048] When the sealing seed source fills all slots 111 and there is still some remaining, the baffle 160 can be moved to the second position so that the upper surface of the baffle 160 is lower than or flush with the bottom wall 151, and the sealing seed source can be pushed away from the tool table 100 by the pusher 200.
[0049] Alternatively, after the pusher 200 is positioned on the worktable 100 to correspond to the required number of sealing seeds, the sealing seeds are placed in the area formed by the baffle 160, bottom wall 151, two side walls 152, and pusher 200. When the slot 111 is filled with sealing seeds, the baffle 160 is moved to the second position. Since the slot 111 is filled with sealing seeds, no more sealing seeds can be filled. Therefore, the operator uses pusher 200 to move the excess sealing seeds toward the slot 111 that is already filled with sealing seeds. This can be understood as the pusher 200 moving toward the left end, thereby pushing the excess sealing seeds away from the worktable 100.
[0050] The above structure improves the accuracy and efficiency of operation because it allows for precise control of the required number of sealed seed sources; enhances operational safety by preventing the sealed seed sources from falling during operation; optimizes the removal process of excess objects, making the operation smoother and more convenient; and simplifies the operation steps, reducing the complexity and labor intensity for operators when handling sealed seed sources.
[0051] It is understood that in this embodiment of the utility model, the baffle 160 and the side wall 152 can be slidably connected up and down, which is simple in structure and easy to operate.
[0052] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In this embodiment of the invention, one of the sidewalls 152 and the baffle 160 is provided with a snap-fit groove 1521, and the other is provided with a snap-fit protrusion 161. Specifically, each sidewall 152 has a snap-fit groove 1521 on its inner side, and the baffle 160 has snap-fit protrusions 161 on opposite sides. The snap-fit groove 1521 and the snap-fit protrusion 161 engage and slide relative to each other, thereby limiting the relative position of the baffle 160 and the tool table 100 in the length direction of the tool table 100. The snap-fit groove 1521 and the snap-fit protrusion 161 engage to prevent the baffle 160 from moving left or right relative to the sidewall 152 in the length direction, thus improving structural stability.
[0053] Of course, in some embodiments, the snap-fit groove 1521 is provided on the baffle 160 and the snap-fit protrusion 161 is provided on the side wall 152, which still has the above-mentioned effects, and is not limited here.
[0054] It is understood that, in this embodiment, an elastic element is provided between the baffle 160 and the bottom wall 151, and the elastic element is used to drive the baffle 160 to reset to the first position.
[0055] With the above structure, the elastic force provided by the elastic element can keep the baffle 160 fixed in the first position, preventing the baffle 160 from moving accidentally due to vibration or other external forces. After the baffle 160 is pushed away or moved to the second position (not the first position), the elastic element is compressed, which allows excess sealing seed to be removed from the tool table 100, simplifying the operation process and improving work efficiency.
[0056] Of course, in some embodiments, an elastic element may be provided between the baffle 160 and the side wall 152, or an elastic element may be provided between the baffle 160 and the bottom wall 151 and between the baffle 160 and the side wall 152.
[0057] It is understood that in this embodiment of the present invention, the length of the baffle 160 in the height direction is shorter than the length of the side wall 152 in the height direction, and the distance between the bottom surface of the baffle 160 in the first position and the bottom surface of the side wall 152 is equal to or greater than the length of the baffle 160 in the height direction, so as to avoid drying out the sealing seed source when the baffle 160 moves to the second position.
[0058] It should also be noted that in some embodiments, the baffle 160 is rotatably connected to the side wall 152 via a pivot.
[0059] Understandably, referring to Figure 1 , Figure 3and Figure 4 In this embodiment of the utility model, the pusher 200 is slidably connected to the tool table 100, and the pusher 200 can slide relative to the length direction of the tool table 100.
[0060] The operator can easily adjust the position of the pusher 200 as needed, facilitating its positioning and allowing for easy removal of the sealing seed source from the tool table 100, thus improving work efficiency. Since the pusher 200 can be adjusted without being removed from the tool table 100, it saves space, especially in situations with limited work area. Therefore, the slidable connection of the pusher 200 can be understood as providing flexibility and convenience for the operation of the tool table 100.
[0061] It should be noted that, in this embodiment of the invention, the pusher 200 has two clamping recesses 210, which correspond one-to-one with the two side walls 152 of the tool table 100 and engage in clamping cooperation. The corresponding cooperation between the clamping recesses 210 and the side walls 152 of the tool table 100 ensures the precise positioning of the pusher 200 on the tool table 100, making the pusher 200 stable during sliding and preventing lateral movement, thus improving operating efficiency. The shape of the pusher 200 is M-shaped.
[0062] Of course, in some embodiments, the pusher 200 may also be rotatably connected to the sidewall 152, which is not limited here.
[0063] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 In this embodiment of the utility model, the side wall 152 of the tool table 100 is provided with a positioning groove 140, and the pusher 200 is provided with a positioning protrusion (not shown in the figure). The positioning groove 140 and the positioning protrusion engage to lock the relative positions of the tool table 100 and the pusher 200 in the length direction of the tool table 100.
[0064] With the above structure, the position of the pusher 200 on the tool table 100 is fixed by the snap-fit, preventing the position of the pusher 200 from changing due to vibration or external force during operation; reducing safety hazards during operation, because the pusher 200 will not move or fall off accidentally.
[0065] Of course, in some embodiments, the positioning groove 140 is provided on the pusher 200 and the positioning protrusion is provided on the tool table 100, which is not limited here.
[0066] Specifically, refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4In this embodiment of the invention, multiple positioning slots 140 are configured. The operator can select a suitable positioning slot 140 to adjust the position of the pusher 200 according to the number of items to be counted, achieving more precise operational control. Of course, in some embodiments, only one positioning slot 140 may be provided; this is not a limitation.
[0067] Specifically, in this embodiment of the invention, the positioning protrusion is configured as an elastically telescopic structure.
[0068] With the above configuration, when the pusher 200 needs to be moved or repositioned, the retraction of the positioning protrusion allows the pusher 200 to easily disengage from the positioning groove 140, thus facilitating operation and position adjustment. The retraction of the positioning protrusion reduces the friction between the pusher 200 and the positioning groove 140, making the pushing process smoother and reducing operating force. If the pusher 200 encounters an obstacle during movement, the retraction of the positioning protrusion prevents damage to the positioning protrusion or positioning groove 140 due to excessive force. This increases the flexibility of the pusher 200; after the positioning protrusion retracts, it re-extends and automatically aligns with the new positioning groove 140 in the new position, improving alignment accuracy. Reduced friction and impact also decrease the noise generated by the pusher 200 during movement.
[0069] It should be noted that in this embodiment of the invention, the aforementioned positioning protrusion is a spring positioning pin. Of course, in some embodiments, the positioning protrusion may also be a rubber protrusion, which is not limited here.
[0070] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.
Claims
1. A data source tool, characterized in that, include: A workbench (100) is provided with a slot group (110) and a counting indicator (120). The slot group (110) includes multiple slots (111), which are used to accommodate items to be counted. The counting indicator (120) is used to display the number of slots (111). A pusher (200) is movably connected to the tool table (100) and is used to push the object to be counted to move.
2. The data source tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tool table (100) is provided with a receiving cavity (130), and the slot group (110) is arranged on the bottom surface of the receiving cavity (130).
3. The data source tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pusher (200) is slidably connected to the tool table (100), and the pusher (200) can slide relative to the length direction of the tool table (100).
4. The data source tool according to claim 3, characterized in that, One of the tool table (100) and the pusher (200) is provided with a positioning groove (140), and the other is provided with a positioning protrusion. The positioning groove (140) and the positioning protrusion engage to lock the relative positions of the tool table (100) and the pusher (200) in the length direction of the tool table (100).
5. The data source tool according to claim 4, characterized in that, The positioning slots (140) are configured in multiple ways.
6. The data source tool according to claim 4, characterized in that, The positioning protrusion is configured as an elastic telescopic structure.
7. The data source tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The slots (110) are configured in multiple rows, with the multiple rows of slots (110) spaced apart along the length of the workbench (100).
8. The data source tool according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The tool table (100) includes: The platform (150) includes a bottom wall (151) and two side walls (152), the two side walls (152) are spaced apart on opposite sides of the bottom wall (151), the slot group (110) is disposed on the bottom wall (151), and the counting mark (120) is disposed on one of the side walls (152); A baffle (160) is movably disposed between the bottom wall (151) and the two side walls (152) and has a first position and a second position. In the first position, the upper surface of the baffle (160) is higher than the bottom wall (151). In the second position, the upper surface of the baffle (160) is lower than or flush with the bottom wall (151).
9. The data source tool according to claim 8, characterized in that, One of the sidewall (152) and the baffle (160) is provided with a snap-fit groove (1521), and the other is provided with a snap-fit protrusion (161). The snap-fit groove (1521) snaps into the snap-fit protrusion (161) and is relatively slidable to limit the relative position of the baffle (160) and the sidewall (152) in the length direction of the sidewall (152).
10. The data source tool according to claim 8, characterized in that, An elastic element is provided between the baffle (160) and the bottom wall (151), and the elastic element is used to drive the baffle (160) to reset to the first position.