Sound conducting pad heating and humidifying device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a sound conducting pad heating and humidifying device, and belongs to the technical field of medical equipment auxiliary supplies, the sound conducting pad heating and humidifying device comprises a shell, a supporting assembly and a heating and humidifying assembly, the shell comprises a box body and a box cover, the box cover is arranged at the top of the box body, and the box cover and the box body define a containing space; the box cover can open or close the accommodating space; the supporting assembly is arranged in the accommodating space, and the supporting assembly is provided with a supporting space for supporting the sound conducting pad; the heating and humidifying assembly is arranged in the containing space and comprises a heater and a temperature sensor, the heater is used for heating liquid to generate steam, the steam can flow through the supporting space, and the temperature sensor is used for detecting the temperature of the liquid. The sound conducting pad in the supporting space is heated and humidified through steam, and the temperature of liquid is detected by means of the temperature sensor, so that the sound conducting pad can be kept at proper temperature and humidity.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical equipment auxiliary products technology, and in particular to a sound-conducting pad heating and humidifying device. Background Technology

[0002] Ultrasound examination is an important imaging method for evaluating lesions of superficial soft tissues and superficial blood vessels, with advantages such as high resolution, convenience, and non-invasiveness. During breast ultrasound examinations, a medium is needed for the ultrasound probe to contact the body surface; the main media are acoustic gel and acoustic pads. Due to its viscous nature, acoustic gel leaves residue on the skin after use, which can cause discomfort. Cold acoustic pads can also cause discomfort due to temperature differences during use, especially in winter.

[0003] To ensure the sound guiding pad can be reused, it needs to be kept constantly moist. The conventional method is to manually spray water to keep the sound guiding pad moist. On the one hand, the sprayed water temperature is low, which will further cause discomfort to the user due to the temperature difference. On the other hand, it is difficult to control the amount of water sprayed manually, which often results in the sound guiding pad being too wet, which may cause discomfort to the person being tested. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a heating and humidifying device for sound-conducting pads, so as to solve the technical problem in the prior art where unreasonable temperature and humidity of sound-conducting pads can easily cause user discomfort.

[0005] Based on the above concept, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A sound-conducting pad heating and humidifying device, comprising:

[0007] The outer casing includes a box body and a box lid, wherein the box lid is disposed on the top of the box body and together with the box body forms an accommodating space, and the box lid is capable of opening or closing the accommodating space;

[0008] A support component is disposed within the accommodating space, the support component having a support space to support the sound guiding pad;

[0009] A heating and humidifying assembly is disposed within the accommodating space. The heating and humidifying assembly includes a heater and a temperature sensor. The heater is used to heat the liquid to generate steam, and the steam can flow through the supporting space. The temperature sensor is used to detect the temperature of the liquid.

[0010] Preferably, the sidewall of the support space is provided with a plurality of support grooves spaced laterally, and the support grooves can accommodate the sound guiding pad.

[0011] Preferably, the accommodating space contains liquid, and the supporting space is above the liquid level; or, the heating and humidifying assembly further includes a liquid box, and the supporting space is located above the liquid box.

[0012] Preferably, the support assembly further includes an installation space located below and communicating with the support space, and the heater is disposed within the installation space.

[0013] Preferably, the support assembly further includes a first bracket and a second bracket, the bottom of the second bracket forming the installation space, and the first bracket located on top of the second bracket and together with the second bracket forming the support space.

[0014] Preferably, the temperature sensor is disposed on the first bracket or the second bracket.

[0015] Preferably, a ventilation hole is provided between the installation space and the support space.

[0016] Preferably, the second bracket includes a top plate and a side plate, the side plate and the top plate forming the installation space, the first bracket is placed on the top plate, and the top plate has a plurality of ventilation holes.

[0017] Preferably, the outer casing further includes a sealing element that extends circumferentially around the housing and is fitted onto the top of the housing, with one end of the housing cover rotatably connected to the sealing element.

[0018] Preferably, the device also includes a disinfection component disposed within the accommodating space for disinfecting the sound-guiding pad.

[0019] Preferably, the disinfection component includes an ultraviolet lamp, which is connected to the box body or the box lid.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0021] The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device proposed in this utility model has a shell for accommodating a support component and a heating and humidifying component. The support component supports the sound-guiding pad. A heater heats the liquid to generate steam, which flows through the support space and heats and humidifies the sound-guiding pad within the support space. A temperature sensor detects the temperature of the liquid, ensuring that the sound-guiding pad can be maintained at a suitable temperature to avoid user discomfort due to temperature differences. The steam heating and humidifying of the sound-guiding pad keeps it moist without excessive moisture. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a first structural schematic diagram of the sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a second structural schematic diagram of the sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device provided in this embodiment of the utility model, omitting the outer shell;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the support component provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first support provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0029] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second support provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] In the picture:

[0031] 100. Sound guiding pad;

[0032] 10. Outer shell; 101. Accommodation space; 11. Box body; 12. Box lid; 13. Hinge; 14. Sealing element; 141. Limiting protrusion;

[0033] 20. Support assembly; 201. Support space; 202. Support groove; 203. Installation space; 21. First bracket; 211. Enclosure panel; 212. Partition plate; 213. Reinforcing plate; 214. Weight reduction hole; 22. Second bracket; 221. Top plate; 222. Side plate; 223. Vent hole;

[0034] 30. Heating and humidifying assembly; 31. Heater; 32. Temperature sensor;

[0035] 40. Ultraviolet lamp. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown 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 intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0037] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0038] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0039] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0040] See Figures 1 to 8 This embodiment provides a heating and humidifying device for a sound-conducting pad, which can maintain a suitable temperature and humidity for the sound-conducting pad 100, avoiding user discomfort during ultrasound examinations. The ultrasound examination can be a breast examination or an ultrasound examination of other body parts.

[0041] The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device includes a housing 10, a support assembly 20, and a heating and humidifying assembly 30. The housing 10 includes a box body 11 and a box cover 12. The box cover 12 is located on top of the box body 11 and forms an accommodating space 101 with the box body 11. The box cover 12 can open or close the accommodating space 101. The support assembly 20 is located within the accommodating space 101 and has a supporting space 201 to support the sound-guiding pad 100. The heating and humidifying assembly 30 is located within the accommodating space 101 and includes a heater 31 and a temperature sensor 32. The heater 31 is used to heat the liquid to generate steam, and the steam can flow through the supporting space 201. The temperature sensor 32 is used to detect the temperature of the liquid.

[0042] The outer casing 10 is used to house the support assembly 20 and the heating and humidifying assembly 30. The support assembly 20 is used to support the sound guiding pad 100. The liquid is heated by the heater 31 to generate steam. The steam flows through the support space 201, thereby heating and humidifying the sound guiding pad 100 in the support space 201. The temperature of the liquid is detected by the temperature sensor 32, so that the sound guiding pad 100 can be kept at a suitable temperature to avoid user discomfort due to temperature difference. The sound guiding pad 100 is kept moist by heating and humidifying it with steam, so that the sound guiding pad 100 is kept moist but not with excessive moisture.

[0043] The liquid heated by heater 31 can be water or other solutions, and there are no restrictions on this.

[0044] The box body 11 has an upward-opening accommodating cavity, and the box lid 12 is fastened to the opening of the accommodating cavity so that the box lid 12 and the box body 11 form an accommodating space 101. Exemplarily, one end of the box lid 12 is rotatably connected to the box body 11, specifically via a hinge 13. Rotating the box lid 12 allows the accommodating space 101 to be opened or closed. Exemplarily, a sealing ring is provided on the box lid 12 or the box body 11. When the box lid 12 is closed, the sealing ring is located between the box lid 12 and the box body 11 to provide a seal.

[0045] In this embodiment, the outer casing 10 further includes a sealing element 14, which extends circumferentially around the housing 11 and is fitted onto the top of the housing 11. One end of the lid 12 is rotatably connected to the sealing element 14. The accommodating space 101 can be opened or closed by rotating the lid 12, and the sealing element 14 can perform a sealing function.

[0046] The top of the seal 14 is provided with a limiting protrusion 141 around the circumference. When the cover 12 is closed, a limiting groove is formed between the inner wall of the cover 12 and the limiting protrusion 141, and the liquid droplets condensed on the cover 12 can flow into the limiting groove.

[0047] In some embodiments, the accommodating space 101 contains liquid, and the supporting space 201 is above the liquid level. The supporting assembly 20 is located inside the housing 11, and by injecting liquid into the housing 11, the liquid submerges the heater 31 and the liquid level is below the supporting space 201 to prevent the sound guiding pad 100 from being submerged in the liquid.

[0048] In some embodiments, the heating and humidifying assembly 30 further includes a liquid container, with a support space 201 located above the liquid container. A heater 31 is located at the bottom of the liquid container or inside the liquid container, for heating the liquid inside the container to generate steam. The support space 201 is located above the liquid container to prevent the sound-guiding pad 100 from being submerged in the liquid.

[0049] At least a portion of the temperature sensor 32 is immersed in the liquid to facilitate the detection of the liquid's temperature. The temperature sensor 32 can be an existing sensor.

[0050] Multiple support grooves 202 are provided laterally at intervals on the sidewall of the support space 201, and each support groove 202 can accommodate a sound-guiding pad 100. By providing multiple support grooves 202, multiple sound-guiding pads 100 can be heated and humidified simultaneously. For example, each support groove 202 can accommodate one vertically placed sound-guiding pad 100. By placing the sound-guiding pads 100 vertically and spaced the multiple support grooves 202, there is a gap between adjacent sound-guiding pads 100, which facilitates steam circulation.

[0051] The width and thickness of each support groove 202 can be the same or different, so as to accommodate sound guiding pads 100 of different sizes.

[0052] The support assembly 20 also includes an installation space 203, which is located below and communicates with the support space 201. The heater 31 is disposed within the installation space 203. The installation space 203 facilitates the installation of the heater 31, and the liquid or liquid container held in the accommodating space 101 is also located within the installation space 203. The support space 201 is located above the installation space 203 to prevent the sound-guiding pad 100 from being submerged in liquid.

[0053] The support assembly 20 can be an integral structure or a separate structure. For example, the support assembly 20 further includes a first bracket 21 and a second bracket 22. The bottom of the second bracket 22 forms an installation space 203, and the first bracket 21 is located on top of the second bracket 22, forming a support space 201 together with the second bracket 22. In use, the support assembly 20 is placed inside the housing 11, with the second bracket 22 supported on the inner bottom wall of the housing 11. The first bracket 21 supports the sound-guiding pad 100, and the second bracket 22 is positioned so that the sound-guiding pad 100 is away from the inner bottom wall of the housing 11, preventing the sound-guiding pad 100 from being submerged in liquid.

[0054] The first bracket 21 can be attached to the second bracket 22, or the first bracket 21 and the second bracket 22 can be detachably connected by a locking device. The temperature sensor 32 is disposed on either the first bracket 21 or the second bracket 22, as long as it can ensure that the temperature sensor 32 can detect the temperature of the liquid. In this embodiment, the temperature sensor 32 is disposed on the second bracket 22.

[0055] A vent 223 is provided between the installation space 203 and the support space 201. The vent 223 connects the installation space 203 and the support space 201, allowing steam to flow to the support space 201. For example, the second bracket 22 includes a top plate 221 and side plates 222, which together form the installation space 203. The first bracket 21 is placed on the top plate 221, which has multiple vents 223. The side plates 222 can be continuously arranged around the circumference of the top plate 221, or they can be spaced apart around the circumference of the top plate 221. Multiple vents 223 can be arranged in a matrix to ensure a large flow area and uniform steam distribution.

[0056] The first support 21 includes a surrounding plate 211 and a partition plate 212. The surrounding plate 211 circumferentially encloses a support space 201, and the partition plate 212 is disposed on the inner wall of the surrounding plate 211 to form a support groove 202. Multiple weight-reducing holes 214 are provided on the surrounding plate 211, which not only facilitates weight reduction but also allows steam to enter the support space 201. The first support 21 also includes multiple reinforcing plates 213, which are spaced apart on the outer wall of the surrounding plate 211 to provide reinforcement.

[0057] Steam flowing over the sound-guiding pad 100 provides a certain degree of disinfection. Furthermore, the sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device also includes a disinfection component, which is disposed within the accommodating space 101 for disinfecting the sound-guiding pad 100. Exemplarily, the disinfection component includes an ultraviolet lamp 40, which is connected to the housing 11 or the housing cover 12. The ultraviolet lamp 40 disinfects the sound-guiding pad 100 by ultraviolet irradiation. Exemplarily, the disinfection component includes a nozzle, through which disinfectant is sprayed to disinfect the sound-guiding pad 100.

[0058] An ultraviolet lamp 40 is disposed on the lid 12, the body 11, or the support assembly 20. One ultraviolet lamp 40 may be provided, or multiple ultraviolet lamps 40 may be provided. In this embodiment, the ultraviolet lamp 40 is disposed on the lid 12 and located above the sound-guiding pads 100, and the light emitted by the ultraviolet lamp 40 can simultaneously illuminate multiple sound-guiding pads 100.

[0059] The heater 31 can use an existing heating tube. The ultraviolet lamp 40 is an existing disinfection lamp. Steam and ultraviolet light act simultaneously on the sound-guiding pad 100, and the housing 11 and the lid 12 work together to concentrate the steam. The first bracket 21 and the second bracket 22 work together to prevent the sound-guiding pad 100 from being immersed in liquid, effectively fixing the sound-guiding pad 100 and creating gaps between adjacent sound-guiding pads 100 to facilitate steam flow and uniform ultraviolet irradiation.

[0060] The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device also includes a control component. The temperature sensor 32, heater 31, and ultraviolet lamp 40 are all electrically connected to the control component. The control component can control the heater 31 to turn on and off according to the temperature value detected by the temperature sensor 32. For example, the outer wall of the housing 11 is provided with an operating component such as a display screen or buttons, which are electrically connected to the control component to control the start and stop of the device.

[0061] In use, liquid is injected into the housing 11, submerging the heater 31 but below the support space 201. The sound-guiding pad 100 is placed in the support groove 202 on the first bracket 21. The heater 31 and the ultraviolet lamp 40 are turned on. The steam generated by the heater 31 heating the liquid flows through the sound-guiding pad 100, maintaining a suitable temperature and humidity. When the temperature sensor 32 detects a temperature value greater than or equal to a first set value, the heater 31 is turned off; when the temperature sensor 32 detects a temperature value less than or equal to a second set value, the heater 31 is turned on. The intermittent operation of the heater 31 saves energy while ensuring a suitable temperature and humidity for the sound-guiding pad 100. The on / off state of the ultraviolet lamp 40 can be set according to actual needs.

[0062] The suitable temperature of the sound-conducting pad 100 can be set according to actual needs. At a suitable temperature, there will not be excessive steam, thus preventing excessive moisture in the sound-conducting pad 100. For example, the liquid temperature is controlled between 45℃ and 65℃, such as 50℃, 55℃, or 60℃. The low-temperature steam in the accommodating space 101 can humidify and heat the sound-conducting pad 100, while also having a certain sterilization function.

[0063] The above embodiments merely illustrate the basic principles and characteristics of this utility model. This utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A sound-conducting pad heating and humidifying device, characterized in that, include: The outer shell (10) includes a box body (11) and a box cover (12), the box cover (12) is disposed on the top of the box body (11) and together with the box body (11) form an accommodating space (101), the box cover (12) being able to open or close the accommodating space (101); A support component (20) is disposed within the accommodating space (101), the support component (20) having a support space (201) to support the sound guiding pad (100); A heating and humidifying assembly (30) is disposed within the accommodating space (101). The heating and humidifying assembly (30) includes a heater (31) and a temperature sensor (32). The heater (31) is used to heat the liquid to generate steam, which can flow through the supporting space (201). The temperature sensor (32) is used to detect the temperature of the liquid.

2. The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sidewall of the support space (201) is provided with a plurality of support grooves (202) spaced laterally, and the support grooves (202) can accommodate the sound guiding pad (100).

3. The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The accommodating space (101) contains liquid, and the supporting space (201) is above the liquid level; or, the heating and humidifying assembly (30) further includes a liquid box, and the supporting space (201) is located above the liquid box.

4. The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support assembly (20) further includes an installation space (203), which is located below the support space (201) and communicates with the support space (201), and the heater (31) is located in the installation space (203).

5. The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The support assembly (20) further includes a first bracket (21) and a second bracket (22), the bottom of the second bracket (22) forming the mounting space (203), and the first bracket (21) being located at the top of the second bracket (22) and forming the support space (201) together with the second bracket (22).

6. The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The temperature sensor (32) is disposed on the first bracket (21) or the second bracket (22).

7. The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device according to claim 5, characterized in that, A vent (223) is provided between the installation space (203) and the support space (201).

8. The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second bracket (22) includes a top plate (221) and a side plate (222), the side plate (222) and the top plate (221) forming the installation space (203), the first bracket (21) is placed on the top plate (221), and the top plate (221) is provided with a plurality of ventilation holes (223).

9. The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, It also includes a disinfection component disposed within the accommodating space (101) for disinfecting the sound guide pad (100).

10. The sound-guiding pad heating and humidifying device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The disinfection component includes an ultraviolet lamp (40), which is connected to the box body (11) or the box cover (12).

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