Orthopedic outer frame with waterproof interface

By using a combination of rubber pads, rubber rings, sealing rings, and sealing gaskets at the junction box of the orthopedic external frame, the problem of moisture penetration at the junction box interface is solved, thereby improving the waterproof effect and convenience of the junction box.

CN224140906UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-21BETTA MEDICAL TECH (WUXI) CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
BETTA MEDICAL TECH (WUXI) CO LTD
Filing Date
2024-12-31
Publication Date
2026-04-21

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Technical Problem

The junction box interface of the existing orthopedic frame is prone to moisture penetration, which can lead to corrosion and damage to the circuit board.

Method used

The sealing structure uses rubber gaskets and rubber rings. By combining the sealing rings and gaskets with screws, the junction box and the outer frame are sealed and protected. The fixed baffle is used in conjunction with the arc-shaped groove and the elastic ball to ensure stable shielding of the power interface.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents moisture penetration, protects the internal circuit board of the junction box, improves the protection and convenience of the device, and enhances the waterproof performance of the interface.

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Abstract

The orthopedic outer frame comprises an outer frame body, the outer wall of the top of the outer frame body is fixedly connected with a junction box body, the top of the junction box body is fixedly connected with a protrusion, the top of the junction box body is provided with a junction box cover, the bottom of the junction box cover is provided with a slot, and the protrusion is connected with the slot in an inserted mode. Two connecting ports are formed in the bottom of the junction box cover, external threaded columns are fixedly connected to the interiors of the two connecting ports, protective covers are movably connected to the outer sides of the external threaded columns, rubber pads are fixedly connected to the inner walls of the bottoms of the protective covers, and screw placement holes are formed in the external threaded columns. According to the utility model, through cooperative use of the rubber pad and the rubber ring, the junction box body and the outer frame body are subjected to double sealing protection at the interface where the junction box body and the outer frame body are connected through the screw, and the baffle plate can stably shield and protect the power interface through the elastic ball.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of orthopedic scaffolding technology, and in particular to an orthopedic scaffolding with a waterproof interface. Background Technology

[0002] Orthopedic external fixators, also known as external fixators, are medical devices used to treat fractures. They are mainly composed of external fixation screws connected to external fixation support rods and are suitable for various types of fractures of the limbs.

[0003] Most smart frames currently on the market come with a junction box, which is usually fixed to the orthopedic frame with screws. However, water can easily seep into the junction box at the screw connection interface, causing corrosion to the circuit board inside and resulting in damage to the circuit board. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing an orthopedic external frame with a waterproof interface.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] An orthopedic external frame with a waterproof interface includes an external frame body. A junction box is fixedly connected to the top outer wall of the external frame body. A protrusion is fixedly connected to the top of the junction box. The top of the junction box is provided with a junction box cover. A slot is opened at the bottom of the junction box cover, and the protrusion is inserted into the slot. Two connection ports are opened at the bottom of the junction box cover. An external threaded post is fixedly connected inside each of the two connection ports. A protective cover is movably connected to the outside of the external threaded post. A rubber pad is fixedly connected to the bottom inner wall of the protective cover. A screw placement hole is opened inside the external threaded post. A placement groove is opened inside the external threaded post, and the screw placement hole communicates with the placement groove. A rubber ring is fixedly connected inside the placement groove.

[0007] As a further improvement of this utility model, multiple mounting holes are provided on both sides of the junction box, and connectors are installed in each of the multiple mounting holes.

[0008] As a further embodiment of this invention, a sealing ring is fixedly connected to the outer side of the connector, and the sealing ring is in contact with the mounting hole.

[0009] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a power interface is provided on one side of the junction box, and a baffle is movably connected to the outer wall of one side of the junction box, and the baffle blocks the power interface.

[0010] As a further embodiment of this utility model, an elastic ball is fixedly connected to one end of the baffle, and an arc-shaped groove is provided on one side of the junction box, with the elastic ball engaging with the arc-shaped groove.

[0011] As a further improvement of this utility model, a slot is provided on one side of the outer wall of the junction box.

[0012] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a plurality of hollow columns are fixedly connected to the bottom of the junction box cover, and a sealing gasket is fixedly connected to the bottom of the hollow columns.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0014] 1. This utility model uses the combination of rubber pads and rubber rings to seal and protect the interface between the junction box and the outer frame body connected by screws, preventing moisture from easily seeping into the interface and causing damage to the internal parts of the junction box, thus improving the protective effect of the device.

[0015] 2. This utility model uses the combination of an arc-shaped groove and an elastic ball to help fix the position of the baffle, thereby enabling the baffle to stably block the power interface. It also makes it easy for workers to quickly separate the baffle from the power interface, thus improving the convenience of the device.

[0016] 3. In this utility model, the combination of sealing ring and sealing gasket achieves multi-directional sealing of the junction box, making the waterproof effect of the device even better. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an orthopedic external frame with a waterproof interface proposed in this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an enlarged structural diagram of the junction box of an orthopedic external frame with a waterproof interface proposed in this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a partially exploded structural diagram of an orthopedic external frame with a waterproof interface proposed in this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of an orthopedic external frame with a waterproof interface proposed in this utility model.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a partially enlarged structural diagram of an orthopedic external frame with a waterproof interface proposed in this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Outer frame body; 2. Junction box body; 3. Junction box cover; 4. Baffle; 5. Slot; 6. Connector; 7. Mounting hole; 8. Power interface; 9. Elastic ball; 10. Arc-shaped groove; 11. Sealing ring; 12. Protrusion; 13. Protective cover; 14. Sealing gasket; 15. Rubber gasket; 16. Rubber ring; 17. Screw placement hole; 18. Slot. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. 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 skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0024] Reference Figures 1-5 An orthopedic external frame with a waterproof interface includes an external frame body 1. A junction box 2 is bolted to the top outer wall of the external frame body 1. A protrusion 12 is bolted to the top of the junction box 2. A junction box cover 3 is provided on the top of the junction box 2. A slot 18 is provided at the bottom of the junction box cover 3, and the protrusion 12 is inserted into the slot 18. Two connection ports are provided at the bottom of the junction box cover 3. An external threaded post is bolted to the inside of each connection port. A screw placement hole 17 is provided inside the external threaded post. A placement groove is provided inside the external threaded post, and the screw placement hole 17 communicates with the placement groove. A rubber ring 16 is adhered in the placement groove. The junction box 2 is placed at the required installation position on the top of the external frame body 1, so that the connection port is connected to the external frame. The threaded connection holes on the main body 1 are aligned, and then the flat-head screw is inserted into the screw placement hole 17 and passes through the corresponding threaded connection hole. At this time, the flat-head screw is in close contact with the rubber ring 16, and the top of the flat-head screw is on the same horizontal plane as the top of the screw placement hole 17. The outer thread of the external threaded post is connected to the protective cover 13. The protective cover 13 can limit the height of the flat-head screw in the screw placement hole 17. The bottom inner wall of the protective cover 13 is bonded with a rubber pad 15. Then, the protective cover 13 is put on the outside of the external threaded tube and rotated so that it covers the top of the external threaded tube. At this time, the rubber pad 15 is in close contact with the flat head of the screw, thereby sealing the screw connection between the junction box 2 and the outer frame main body 1.

[0025] In this utility model, it should be noted that multiple mounting holes 7 are provided on both sides of the junction box 2, and connectors 6 are installed in each of the mounting holes 7. A connecting cable is installed in the motor box on the outer frame body 1, and the connecting cable is connected to the connector 6. A sealing ring 11 is adhered to the outside of the connector 6, and the sealing ring 11 is in contact with the mounting hole 7. The sealing ring 11 makes the connection between the connector 6 and the junction box 2 tighter, preventing water from easily entering at the connection point. A power interface 8 is provided on one side of the junction box 2. The power interface 8 is a USB. The Type-C interface has good waterproof performance and a small size. A baffle 4 is rotatably connected to one side of the junction box 2, and the baffle 4 blocks the power interface 8. The baffle 4 can shield the power interface 8. An elastic ball 9 is glued to one end of the baffle 4. An arc-shaped groove 10 is opened on one side of the junction box 2, and the elastic ball 9 is engaged with the arc-shaped groove 10. Through the cooperation of the arc-shaped groove 10 and the elastic ball 9, the position of the baffle 4 is assisted and fixed, so that the baffle 4 can stably block the power interface 8. At the same time, it is also easy for the staff to quickly separate the baffle 4 from the power interface 8. A slot 5 is opened on one side of the outer wall of the junction box 2 for easy placement of the battery box. Multiple hollow pillars are fixed to the bottom of the junction box cover 3 by bolts. A sealing gasket 14 is glued to the bottom of the hollow pillars, and the sealing gasket 14 makes the contact between the hollow pillars and the connection inside the junction box 2 tighter.

[0026] Working principle: When it is necessary to connect the junction box 2 to the outer frame body 1, first place the junction box 2 at the top of the outer frame body 1, so that the connection port at the bottom of the junction box 2 aligns with the threaded connection hole at the top of the outer frame body 1. Then, insert the flat-head screw into the screw placement hole 17 and pass through the corresponding threaded connection hole. At this time, the flat-head screw is in close contact with the rubber ring 16, and the top of the flat-head screw is on the same horizontal plane as the top of the screw placement hole 17. Then, put the protective cover 13 on the outside of the external threaded tube and rotate the protective cover 13 to cover the top of the external threaded tube. At this time, the rubber pad 15 is in close contact with the flat head of the screw, thereby sealing the screw connection between the junction box 2 and the outer frame body 1.

[0027] Finally, it should be noted that those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An orthopaedic exoskeleton with a waterproof interface, comprising an exoskeleton body (1), characterized in that, The top outer wall of the outer frame body (1) is fixedly connected to a junction box body (2), the top of the junction box body (2) is fixedly connected to a protrusion (12), the top of the junction box body (2) is provided with a junction box cover (3), the bottom of the junction box cover (3) is provided with a slot (18), and the protrusion (12) is inserted into the slot (18). The bottom of the junction box cover (3) is provided with two connection ports, and the interior of the two connection ports is fixedly connected with an external threaded post. The outer side of the external threaded post is movably connected with a protective cover (13), the bottom inner wall of the protective cover (13) is fixedly connected with a rubber pad (15), the interior of the external threaded post is provided with a screw placement hole (17), the interior of the external threaded post is provided with a placement groove, and the screw placement hole (17) is connected to the placement groove. The placement groove is fixedly connected with a rubber ring (16).

2. The orthopedic external frame with a waterproof interface according to claim 1, characterized in that, The junction box (2) has multiple mounting holes (7) on both sides, and each mounting hole (7) contains a connector (6).

3. The orthopaedic outrigger with a waterproof interface of claim 2, wherein, A sealing ring (11) is fixedly connected to the outside of the connector (6), and the sealing ring (11) is in contact with the mounting hole (7).

4. The orthopaedic outrigger with a waterproof interface of claim 1, wherein, The junction box (2) has a power interface (8) on one side, and a baffle (4) is movably connected to the outer wall of one side of the junction box (2), and the baffle (4) blocks the power interface (8).

5. The orthopaedic outrigger with a waterproof interface of claim 4, wherein, One end of the baffle (4) is fixedly connected to an elastic ball (9), and an arc-shaped groove (10) is provided on one side of the junction box (2), and the elastic ball (9) is engaged with the arc-shaped groove (10).

6. The orthopaedic outrigger with a waterproof interface of claim 1, wherein, A slot (5) is provided on one side of the outer wall of the junction box (2).

7. The orthopaedic outrigger with a waterproof interface of claim 1, wherein, The bottom of the junction box cover (3) is fixedly connected to a plurality of hollow posts, and the bottom of the hollow posts is fixedly connected to a sealing gasket (14).