Self-adaptive ultrasonic probe and ultrasonic detection equipment

Abstract

The utility model discloses a self-adaptive ultrasonic probe which comprises a probe main body and a flexible holding part, and the flexible holding part is connected with the probe main body. In the using process, when a user holds the flexible holding part, the flexible holding part is extruded to generate elastic deformation, so that the flexible holding part is matched with the hand of the user, and the holding effect of the user is improved; and after the user loosens the flexible holding part, the flexible holding part can return to the original shape, so that the flexible holding part can be conveniently used by other users next time. The utility model further discloses ultrasonic detection equipment comprising the self-adaptive ultrasonic probe.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to an adaptive ultrasound probe and ultrasound detection device. Background Technology

[0002] The probe of an ultrasonic testing device can be held by the user. Due to the difference in the size of the user's hand, the fit between the probe and the hand will vary. For example, the same shape of probe can fit well with some users' hands, but for some other users, it may not fit well, thus affecting the user's holding experience and consequently affecting the detection results.

[0003] Therefore, how to provide a probe that can adapt to different users is a technical problem that urgently needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an adaptive ultrasonic probe that can effectively adapt to the holding needs of different users. Another purpose is to provide an ultrasonic detection device that includes the aforementioned adaptive ultrasonic probe.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] An adaptive ultrasound probe includes: a probe body and a flexible grip, the flexible grip being connected to the probe body and being configured to undergo elastic deformation when compressed.

[0007] In some embodiments, the flexible grip portion includes a flexible outer shell, which is fitted over the outside of the probe body, and a cavity is provided between the flexible outer shell and the probe body.

[0008] In some embodiments, the probe body includes a probe end and a support portion. The probe end is disposed at one end of the support portion, one end of the flexible housing is connected to the side wall of the probe end, and the other end of the flexible housing is connected to a portion of the support portion away from the probe end.

[0009] In some embodiments, the flexible housing includes a first housing, a second housing, and a third housing distributed sequentially along the direction from the probe end to the support portion. The first housing is connected to the probe end, the sidewall of the second housing is an arc-shaped recess facing inward toward the support portion, and one end of the third housing away from the second housing is connected to the support portion.

[0010] In some embodiments, the sidewall of the third housing is an outwardly convex arcuate protrusion.

[0011] In some embodiments, a pressure regulating valve for adjusting the pressure of the cavity is provided on the side wall of the flexible housing.

[0012] In some embodiments, the pressure regulating valve includes an intake valve and a pressure relief valve.

[0013] In some embodiments, the outer side wall of the flexible grip portion is provided with an anti-slip portion.

[0014] In some embodiments, the flexible grip portion is a silicone grip portion.

[0015] An ultrasonic detection device, comprising the adaptive ultrasonic probe described in any of the preceding claims.

[0016] Compared with existing technologies, the above technical solution has the following advantages:

[0017] This invention provides an adaptive ultrasound probe, comprising a probe body and a flexible grip, the flexible grip being connected to the probe body. During use, when the user grips the flexible grip, the grip is compressed and undergoes elastic deformation to adapt to the user's hand, thereby improving the gripping experience. When the user releases the flexible grip, it returns to its original shape for use by other users.

[0018] The ultrasonic detection device provided by this utility model has corresponding advantages because it includes the above-mentioned adaptive ultrasonic probe. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an adaptive ultrasonic probe provided for a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of an adaptive ultrasound probe in a holding state, provided for a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of an adaptive ultrasound probe provided for a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] The attached figures are labeled as follows:

[0024] 10-Probe body, 11-Detector end, 12-Support part;

[0025] 20-Flexible grip part, 201-Cavity, 21-First housing, 22-Second housing, 221-Arc-shaped recess, 23-Third housing, 231-Arc-shaped protrusion, 24-Pressure regulating valve, 241-Inlet valve, 242-Pressure relief valve. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0027] Please refer to Figures 1 to 3 .

[0028] This utility model provides an adaptive ultrasound probe, comprising: a probe body 10 and a flexible grip 20. The flexible grip 20 is connected to the probe body 10. For example, the flexible grip 20 can be attached to the outside of the probe body 10, wherein the front end of the probe body 10 needs to be exposed to facilitate contact with the area to be probed. During use, such as... Figure 2 As shown, when a user holds the flexible grip part 20, the flexible grip part 20 will be squeezed and elastically deformed to fit the user's hand, thereby improving the user's grip effect; when the user releases the flexible grip part 20, the flexible grip part 20 will return to its original shape so that it can be used by other users next time.

[0029] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the flexible grip 20 includes a flexible outer shell, which is fitted onto the outside of the probe body 10. A cavity 201 is provided between the flexible outer shell and the probe body 10. This cavity 201 can be filled with air to improve the support of the flexible outer shell. The sidewall thickness of the flexible outer shell can preferably be any value between 0.4mm and 5mm, including the endpoint values; of course, other suitable thicknesses can be selected according to actual needs. In addition, compared with the solid grip, the flexible outer shell is also lightweight, which can reduce the fatigue of the user's grip.

[0030] It should be noted that the flexible gripping part 20 can have a partial structure with elastic deformation function, or the entire structure can have elastic deformation function. For example, the flexible shell used in the above embodiment means that the entire structure of the gripping part is a flexible structure, or the gripping part includes a shell, the structure on the shell connected to the probe end is a rigid structure, and the other structures are flexible structures; or the area in the gripping part for the fingers to grip is a flexible structure, and the other structures are rigid structures. In addition, the area on the shell for the fingers to grip can also be a cavity, and the other internal areas can be solid structures.

[0031] In some embodiments, the probe body 10 includes a detection end 11 and a support portion 12, wherein the detection end 11 is disposed at one end of the support portion 12, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the probe end 11 and the support part 12 have a T-shaped structure. The head of the probe end 11 is a convex arc shape. One end of the flexible shell is connected to the side wall of the probe end 11, and the other end of the flexible shell is connected to a part of the support part 12 away from the probe end 11. A protruding connecting part can be provided on the outer side of the probe end 11. A locking hole is provided on the side wall of one end of the flexible shell to engage with the protruding connecting part. The inner side wall of one end of the flexible shell is in close contact with the outer side wall of the probe end 11 to ensure the sealing of the cavity 201.

[0032] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the flexible housing includes a first housing 21, a second housing 22, and a third housing 23 sequentially distributed along the direction from the probe end 11 to the support portion 12. The first housing 21, second housing 22, and third housing 23 can be integrally formed. The first housing 21 is connected to the probe end 11. The sidewall of the second housing 22 has an arc-shaped recess 221 that faces inward toward the support portion 12, facilitating a user's grip. The end of the third housing 23 furthest from the second housing 22 is connected to the support portion 12. The connection between the first housing 21 and the probe end 11 is a sealed connection, and the connection between the third housing 23 and the support portion 12 is also a sealed connection.

[0033] In some embodiments, the sidewall of the third housing 23 is an outwardly convex arc-shaped protrusion 231, and the arc-shaped protrusion 231 and the arc-shaped recess 221 are connected by a rounded transition, for example... Figure 3 As shown. The arc-shaped protrusion 231 serves to prevent the probe from slipping out of the user's hand. For example, during use, the arc-shaped protrusion 231 is located at the web of the user's hand, with the fingers pinching the arc-shaped recess 221. The arc-shaped protrusion 231 prevents the probe from slipping out of the hand, thus ensuring the stability of the user's grip. In addition, the flexible shell is flat to prevent the probe from rotating relative to the hand when held.

[0034] In some embodiments, a pressure regulating valve 24 is provided on the side wall of the flexible housing for adjusting the pressure of the cavity 201. The pressure regulating valve 24 can increase or decrease the pressure inside the cavity 201 to accommodate the gripping needs of different users. The pressure regulating valve 24 includes an air inlet valve 241 and a pressure relief valve 242. The air inlet valve 241 allows air to be introduced into the cavity 201 inside the flexible housing to increase the pressure inside the cavity; the pressure relief valve 242 allows air to be discharged from the flexible housing to decrease the pressure inside the cavity. Alternatively, the pressure regulating valve 24 can also be adjusted using a separate valve. For example, when it is necessary to increase the pressure of the cavity 201, air can be introduced through the pressure regulating valve 24; when it is necessary to decrease the pressure of the cavity 201, air can be released through the pressure regulating valve 24.

[0035] In some embodiments, the outer wall of the flexible grip portion 20 is provided with an anti-slip portion, which can be integrally formed on the outer wall of the flexible grip portion 20. For example, anti-slip stripes or anti-slip protrusions can be provided on the outer wall of the flexible grip portion 20. The anti-slip portion can increase friction, thereby improving the stability of the user's grip on the probe.

[0036] In some embodiments, the flexible grip portion 20 is a silicone grip portion. In addition to choosing silicone as the material to make the flexible grip portion 20, other soft materials can also be chosen, such as soft materials with a Shore hardness between A35 and 65, such as polyurethane, thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic rubber, etc.

[0037] This utility model embodiment also provides an ultrasonic detection device, including the adaptive ultrasonic probe provided in any of the above embodiments. The ultrasonic detection device also includes an ultrasonic host and a cable. The adaptive ultrasonic probe is connected to the ultrasonic host through the cable. Regarding the beneficial effects of the ultrasonic detection device, please refer to the adaptive ultrasonic probe provided in the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0038] It should be noted that in this specification, relational terms such as first and second are used only to distinguish one entity from several other entities, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities.

[0039] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0040] The above provides a detailed description of the adaptive ultrasonic probe and ultrasonic detection device provided by this utility model. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principle and implementation of this utility model. The descriptions of the embodiments above are only for the purpose of helping to understand the core idea of ​​this utility model. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several improvements and modifications to this utility model without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. An adaptive ultrasonic probe, characterized in that, include: The probe body (10) and the flexible grip (20) are connected to the probe body (10) and the flexible grip (20) is used to generate elastic deformation when squeezed.

2. The adaptive ultrasonic probe according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flexible grip (20) includes a flexible shell, which is fitted onto the outside of the probe body (10), and a cavity (201) is left between the flexible shell and the probe body (10).

3. The adaptive ultrasonic probe according to claim 2, characterized in that, The probe body (10) includes a probe end (11) and a support part (12). The probe end (11) is located at one end of the support part (12). One end of the flexible shell is connected to the side wall of the probe end (11), and the other end of the flexible shell is connected to a part of the support part (12) away from the probe end (11).

4. The adaptive ultrasonic probe according to claim 3, characterized in that, The flexible housing includes a first housing (21), a second housing (22) and a third housing (23) distributed sequentially along the direction from the probe end (11) to the support part (12). The first housing (21) is connected to the probe end (11). The side wall of the second housing (22) is an arc-shaped recess (221) that is concave towards the support part (12). One end of the third housing (23) away from the second housing (22) is connected to the support part (12).

5. The adaptive ultrasonic probe according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sidewall of the third housing (23) is an outwardly convex arc-shaped protrusion (231).

6. The adaptive ultrasonic probe according to claim 2, characterized in that, The flexible housing is provided with a pressure regulating valve (24) on its side wall for adjusting the pressure of the cavity (201).

7. The adaptive ultrasonic probe according to claim 6, characterized in that, The pressure regulating valve (24) includes an intake valve (241) and a pressure relief valve (242).

8. The adaptive ultrasonic probe according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flexible grip part (20) has an anti-slip part on its outer side wall.

9. The adaptive ultrasound probe according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The flexible gripping part (20) is a silicone gripping part.

10. An ultrasonic detection device, characterized in that, Includes the adaptive ultrasound probe according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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