Embedding box scanning device and tissue treatment equipment

Abstract

The utility model discloses an embedding box scanning device and tissue treatment equipment. The embedding box scanning device comprises a base, a scanning device and a scanning device, the scanning assembly is connected with the base through an angle adjusting assembly, the scanning assembly comprises a scanning piece, and the scanning piece is used for scanning information on an embedding box; the storage platform is connected with the base, a limiting part is arranged on the storage platform, and the limiting part is used for limiting an embedding box. Wherein the scanning assembly can be rotated and adjusted at any angle, the code scanning working conditions at different angles are met, and the recognition precision is ensured; the embedding box is limited through the limiting part, so that the scanning precision is improved, and the working efficiency is effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tissue processing technology, and in particular to an embedding cassette scanning device and tissue processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Barcode scanners typically employ a fixed tilt angle design (usually vertical or a single tilt angle), while embedding cassettes, due to differences in manufacturing processes and information surface printing specifications, generally have a tilt angle for their marking area ranging from 35° to 45°. This physical characteristic's incompatibility with fixed-angle barcode scanners will cause multiple problems. Embedding cassettes come in a variety of specifications, such as different colors and information surface angles ranging from 35° to 45°. To achieve the most accurate recognition results, adjustments need to be made according to different embedding cassettes.

[0003] In related technologies, QR code scanners typically adopt a fixed structure, and the angle of the scanning head cannot be adjusted, resulting in low recognition accuracy under different scanning conditions and insufficient flexibility in use; most scanners are fixedly installed, lacking portability and failing to meet the scanning needs of different scenarios; there are many types of embedding boxes, and different colors and different QR code angles all affect the recognition accuracy. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes an embedding cassette scanning device. The scanning component can be rotated and adjusted at any angle to meet different scanning conditions and ensure recognition accuracy. The embedding cassette is limited by a limiting part to improve scanning accuracy and effectively increase work efficiency.

[0005] This utility model also proposes a tissue processing device.

[0006] An embedding cassette scanning device according to a first aspect of the present invention includes: a base; a scanning component connected to the base via an angle adjustment component, the scanning component including: a scanning element for scanning the embedding cassette; and a placement platform connected to the base, the placement platform being provided with a limiting portion for limiting the embedding cassette.

[0007] According to the embedding cassette scanning device of this utility model embodiment, the scanning component can be rotated and adjusted at any angle to meet different scanning conditions and ensure recognition accuracy; the embedding cassette is limited by the limiting part to improve scanning accuracy and effectively improve work efficiency.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the dimension of the limiting part along the first direction is L, and L satisfies the relationship: 26 mm ≤ L ≤ 32 mm.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the scanning component has a scanning area, the embedding box is located on the limiting part, the embedding box has a marking surface on the side facing the scanning component, and the angle adjustment component enables the marking surfaces of embedding boxes of different sizes to be located within the scanning area of ​​the scanning component.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the limiting part is a limiting groove, and a positioning line is provided on one side of the limiting groove in the second direction. When the embedding box abuts against the positioning line, the marking surface of the embedding box is located within the scanning area of ​​the scanned document.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the limiting part is a limiting groove, and the limiting groove has an opening on the other side in the second direction.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the placement platform is provided with a clearance hole, the clearance hole is connected to the limiting part, and the clearance hole is located below the limiting part.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the storage platform is detachably connected to the base.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a first magnetic element is provided on the placement platform, and a second magnetic element is provided on the base, the first magnetic element and the second magnetic element selectively attract each other; and / or, a first snap-fit ​​portion is provided on the placement platform, and a second snap-fit ​​portion is provided on the base, the first snap-fit ​​portion and the second snap-fit ​​portion selectively snap-fit ​​together; and / or, a first sliding portion is provided on the placement platform, and a second sliding portion is provided on the base, the first sliding portion and the second sliding portion selectively slide together.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the scanning component has an exit surface, the exit surface being a first inclined surface, and the side of the base connected to the placement platform being a second inclined surface, the second inclined surface being selectively fitted to the first inclined surface; and / or, the scanning component has an exit surface, the exit surface being a first inclined surface, and a third inclined surface is provided on the lower side of the placement platform, the third inclined surface being selectively fitted to the first inclined surface.

[0016] The tissue processing apparatus according to a second aspect of the present invention includes: the embedding cassette scanning device.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the embedding cassette scanning device according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention from one direction;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the embedding cassette scanning device according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention from another direction;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the embedding cassette scanning device according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention from another direction;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the embedding cassette scanning device according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention from another direction;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the embedding cassette scanning device according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention from one direction;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the embedding cassette scanning device according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model from another direction;

[0025] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the embedding cassette scanning device according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 8 This is a structural schematic diagram of the storage platform according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 9 This is a structural schematic diagram of the storage platform according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the embedding cassette placed in the embedding cassette scanning device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0029] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the embedding cassette placed in the embedding cassette scanning device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0030] Figure label:

[0031] 10. Embedding cassette scanning device;

[0032] 11. Base; 111. Second inclined surface; 12. Scanning component; 121. Scanning element; 122. Housing; 123. First inclined surface; 13. Storage platform; 131. Limiting part; 132. Limiting groove; 133. Opening; 134. Guide arc surface; 135. Clearance hole; 136. Third inclined surface; 14. Angle adjustment component;

[0033] 20. Embedding box; 21. Identification surface. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. The embodiments described with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary. The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below.

[0035] The following is for reference. Figures 1-11 The description of the embedding cassette scanning device 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention also proposes a tissue processing device including the above-described embedding cassette scanning device 10.

[0036] The embedding cassette scanning device 10 can scan barcodes, QR codes, or other markings on the embedding cassette 20 to identify information about the tissue sample inside the embedding cassette 20.

[0037] In addition, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can be applied to hospital departmental pathology equipment, such as serial number printers and microtome slicers.

[0038] For example, when the embedding cassette scanning device 10 is used in an embedding cassette printing machine, the embedding cassette is printed out by scanning the patient's sample information through the embedding cassette scanning device 10; or, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can be connected in communication with a slide printing machine, and the slide printing machine prints out slides by scanning the patient's sample information through the embedding cassette scanning device 10.

[0039] like Figures 1-6 As shown, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 includes a base 11, a scanning component 12, and a placement platform 13. The scanning component 12 is connected to the base 11 via an angle adjustment component 14. The scanning component 12 is used to scan the embedding cassette 20, scanning barcodes, QR codes, and other markings on the embedding cassette 20 to identify the markings on the embedding cassette 20. The angle adjustment component 14 can be a rotational damper. The scanning component 12 and the base 11 are rotatably connected via rotational damping, so that the scanning component 12 can rotate relative to the base 11. This allows the scanning component 12 to be rotated and adjusted at any angle to meet different scanning conditions, ensuring recognition accuracy and overcoming the shortcomings of existing technologies where the scanning head angle cannot be adjusted and the recognition accuracy is low under different scanning conditions.

[0040] In some specific embodiments, for the convenience of scanning operations, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can be independently installed externally. For example, the bottom surface of the base 11 is flat, so that the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can be erected and placed directly on the support surface, so that the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can be placed vertically independently without other assistance. The support surface can be a laboratory table or an operating table, etc.

[0041] Combination Figures 1-7 As shown, the scanning assembly 12 includes a scanning element 121 for scanning the embedding cassette 20. The scanning assembly 12 includes a housing 122 and the scanning element 121. The scanning element 121 is installed within the housing 122, with its outer contour having a curved shape. A scanning exit may be provided on the housing 122, primarily for allowing light emitted by the scanning element 121 to pass through and be directed towards the information source on the embedding cassette 20. Understandably, the scanning exit can be a clearance hole 135 for the light emitted by the scanning assembly 12 to pass through.

[0042] The scanning component 12 is rotatably connected to the base 11 via the housing 122, allowing the scanning component 12 to rotate relative to the base 11. This enables the scanning component 12 to be rotated and adjusted at any angle to meet different scanning conditions, ensuring recognition accuracy. This overcomes the shortcomings of existing technologies where the scanning head angle cannot be adjusted and the recognition accuracy is low under different scanning conditions.

[0043] The placement platform 13 is connected to the base 11. A limiting part 131 is provided on the placement platform 13 to limit the embedding cassette 20. Specifically, the placement platform 13 is used to hold the embedding cassette 20, and the scanning component 12 is disposed opposite to the embedding cassette 20. Thus, the scanning element 121 within the scanning component 12 can scan the embedding cassette 20 to obtain information about it. The limiting part 131 limits the embedding cassette 20, facilitating alignment of the scanning component 12 with the embedding cassette 20. Exemplarily, the limiting part 131 can be a limiting groove 132, a clamping structure protruding from the placement platform 13, or other suitable structures; no particular limitation is made here.

[0044] During the scanning process, the embedding cassette 20 can be placed in the corresponding position through the limiting part 131. On the one hand, the user can directly place the embedding cassette 20 in the limiting part 131, which standardizes and simplifies the scanning operation; on the other hand, it can avoid shaking of the embedding cassette 20 during the scanning process, thereby improving scanning accuracy and effectively improving work efficiency.

[0045] like Figure 9As shown, the dimension of the limiting part 131 along the first direction is L, and L satisfies the relationship: 26 mm ≤ L ≤ 32 mm. Specifically, the width dimensions of different sizes of embedding cassettes 20 vary, and the limiting groove leaves a margin on both sides in the first direction, making it suitable for embedding cassettes 20 of different sizes. Therefore, the size of the area of ​​the limiting part 131 used to accommodate the embedding cassette 20 is between 26 mm and 32 mm, facilitating the placement and removal of the embedding cassette 20.

[0046] according to Figures 3-6 As shown, the scanning component 121 has a scanning area, and the embedding cassette 20 is located on the limiting part 131. A marking surface 21 is provided on the side of the embedding cassette 20 facing the scanning component 121. The angle adjustment component 14 ensures that the marking surfaces 21 of embedding cassettes 20 of different sizes are within the scanning area of ​​the scanning component 121. Specifically, the marking surface 21 is provided on the embedding cassette 20, facing the scanning component 121. The scanning component 121 emits light towards the embedding cassette 20, and the light constitutes the scanning area. Since the marking surfaces 21 of embedding cassettes 20 are at different angles for different sizes, the angle adjustment component 14 is used to adjust the angle of the scanning component 121 so that the scanning component 121 and the marking surface 21 are directly opposite each other, thereby improving the scanning accuracy of the scanning component 121.

[0047] Combination Figures 6-9 As shown, the limiting part 131 is a limiting groove 132. A positioning line is provided on one side of the limiting groove 132 in the second direction. When the embedding box 20 abuts against the positioning line, the marking surface 21 of the embedding box 20 is located within the scanning area of ​​the scanning element 121. Specifically, the placement platform 13 is recessed inward to form the limiting groove 132. An area for accommodating the embedding box 20 is constructed within the limiting groove 132. A positioning line is provided on the limiting groove 132. The positioning line is located on one side of the limiting groove 132 in the second direction, that is, the inside of the limiting groove 132. The side of the embedding box 20 with the marking surface 21 abuts against the positioning line. When the embedding box 20 abuts against the positioning line, the marking surface 21 of the embedding box 20 is within the scanning area of ​​the scanning element 121, and the marking surface 21 of the embedding box 20 is directly opposite the scanning element 121, thereby improving the scanning accuracy of the scanning element 121.

[0048] like Figure 9 As shown, the limiting part 131 is a limiting groove 132, and the limiting groove 132 has an opening 133 on the other side of the second direction. The embedding box 20 enters the limiting groove 132 through the opening 133. Specifically, the opening 133 of the limiting groove 132 is located on the other side of the second direction, and the embedding box 20 can enter the limiting groove 132 along the second direction. The marking surface 21 of the embedding box 20 is located on one side of the length direction. The length direction of the embedding box 20 is parallel to the second direction, which facilitates the placement and removal of the embedding box 20.

[0049] like Figure 8 and Figure 9As shown, a guide arc surface 134 is provided at the opening 133. The guide arc surface 134 can prevent sharp features from injuring the operator and facilitate the operator to pick up and put down the embedding box 20.

[0050] according to Figures 2-9 As shown, the placement platform 13 is provided with a clearance hole 135, which is connected to the limiting part 131 and is located below the limiting part 131. Specifically, a protruding wax block is provided below the embedding cassette 20. The clearance hole 135 is provided on the placement platform 13 and is located directly below the limiting part 131. The clearance hole 135 is connected to the limiting part 131 to facilitate the clearance of the wax block at the bottom of the embedding cassette 20, thereby preventing interference between the embedding cassette 20 and the placement platform 13, which could cause the embedding cassette 20 to be placed unstable and affect the scanning accuracy of the embedding cassette 20.

[0051] In some embodiments, the storage platform 13 and the base 11 are integrally set to ensure the reliability of the connection between the storage platform 13 and the base 11 and to prevent the storage platform 13 from falling when the embedding box 20 is placed.

[0052] In some embodiments, the placement platform 13 is detachably connected to the base 11. That is, the placement platform 13 can be detached from the base 11 at any time. When it is necessary to scan the embedding cassette 20, the placement platform 13 can be installed on the base 11 to facilitate scanning by the scanning component 12; if it is not necessary to scan the embedding cassette 20, the placement platform 13 can be detached from the base 11 for easy transportation and storage.

[0053] In some embodiments, a first magnetic element is provided on the storage platform 13, and a second magnetic element is provided on the base 11. The first and second magnetic elements selectively attract each other. Specifically, the first magnetic element may be embedded in the storage platform 13, and the second magnetic element may be embedded in the base 11. By attracting the first and second magnetic elements, the storage platform 13 and the base 11 can be connected. At the same time, it is convenient to remove the storage platform 13 from the base 11, facilitating installation and disassembly.

[0054] In some embodiments, the platform 13 is provided with a first latching portion, and the base 11 is provided with a second latching portion. The first latching portion and the second latching portion selectively engage. That is, when the first latching portion and the second latching portion engage, the platform 13 is latched and connected to the base 11; when the first latching portion and the second latching portion are not engaged, the platform 13 can be detached from the base 11. When it is necessary to scan the embedding cassette 20, the platform 13 can be installed on the base 11 to facilitate scanning by the scanning component 12; if it is not necessary to scan the embedding cassette 20, the platform 13 can be detached from the base 11 for easy transportation and storage.

[0055] In some embodiments, the storage platform 13 is provided with a first sliding portion, and the base 11 is provided with a second sliding portion, which are selectively slidably engaged. Specifically, when the first sliding portion and the second sliding portion are slidably connected, the storage platform 13 can be slidably mounted on the base 11 when the storage platform 13 is installed; when the storage platform 13 is disassembled, it can be slidably removed from the base 11, facilitating installation and disassembly.

[0056] In some embodiments of this utility model, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 further includes a third magnetic component (not shown), wherein the third magnetic component is disposed on the base 11 and can be used for magnetic connection with external devices, and at least one of the bottom surface, back surface, and side surface of the base 11 is a plane. Understandably, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can be attached to external marking machines, slicers, or other related equipment via the third magnetic component, facilitating storage. Furthermore, the fact that at least one of the bottom surface, back surface, and side surface of the base 11 is a plane ensures the stability of the embedding cassette scanning device 10's attachment, and allows the embedding cassette scanning device 10 to be attached to the surface of external related equipment in various suitable postures. It also allows users to fix the embedding cassette scanning device 10 in a convenient position for scanning, eliminating the need for repeated removal and placement of the embedding cassette scanning device 10 and saving operating table space.

[0057] In some embodiments, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 may further include a counterweight, wherein the counterweight is disposed on the base 11 to improve the user experience. Alternatively, the counterweight may be disposed on the base 11 and have magnetic properties. In this way, on the one hand, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 not only has a better user experience, but also, through the magnetic counterweight, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can be directly magnetically attracted to external related equipment, such as a marking machine, a slicing machine, or the surface of a workpiece, without the need for a dedicated base 11. This reduces space requirements, facilitates storage or retrieval, and prevents the device from falling due to collisions.

[0058] Understandably, the third magnetic component and the counterweight can be provided separately or combined into one. Optionally, in some embodiments of this utility model, the counterweight can be a magnetic counterweight.

[0059] according to Figure 3 and Figure 7As shown, the scanning component 12 has an emission surface, which is a first inclined surface 123. The side of the base 11 connected to the placement platform 13 is a second inclined surface 111, which can selectively align with the first inclined surface 123. Specifically, the emission surface of the scanning component 12 is the light-emitting surface of the scanning element 121. The first inclined surface 123 is perpendicular to the light-emitting direction of the scanning element 121. The base 11 is provided with the second inclined surface 111, which is connected to the placement platform 13. When scanning the embedding cassette 20 is not required, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can be stored away. The placement platform 13 can then be detached, and the scanning component 12 can be rotated so that the first inclined surface 123 of the scanning component 12 aligns with the second inclined surface 111. That is, the base 11 abuts against the scanning component 12, thereby storing the embedding cassette scanning device 10.

[0060] In some other embodiments, the scanning component 12 has an exit surface, which is a first inclined surface 123. A third inclined surface 136 is provided on the lower side of the placement platform 13. The third inclined surface 136 can selectively fit with the first inclined surface 123. That is, the exit surface of the scanning component 12 is the light-emitting surface of the scanning element 121. The first inclined surface 123 is perpendicular to the light-emitting direction of the scanning element 121. The placement platform 13 is provided with the third inclined surface 136. When scanning the embedding cassette 20 is not required, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can be stored away. Then, the scanning component 12 can be rotated so that the first inclined surface 123 of the scanning component 12 fits with the third inclined surface 136. That is, the placement platform 13 abuts against the scanning component 12, thereby storing the embedding cassette scanning device 10.

[0061] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a tissue processing device includes an embedding cassette scanning device 10. This tissue processing device can be a tissue dehydrator, microtome, staining machine, immunohistochemistry instrument, etc. Within the tissue processing device, the embedding cassette scanning device 10 can quickly input sample information, enabling information traceability.

[0062] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0063] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0064] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An embedding cassette scanning device, characterized in that, include: Base (11); The scanning component (12) is connected to the base (11) via an angle adjustment component (14). The scanning component (12) includes a scanning element (121) for scanning the embedding cassette (20). The storage platform (13) is connected to the base (11). The storage platform (13) is provided with a limiting part (131) for limiting the embedding box (20).

2. The embedding cassette scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The dimension of the limiting part (131) along the first direction is L, and L satisfies the relationship: 26 mm ≤ L ≤ 32 mm.

3. The embedding cassette scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The scanning element (121) has a scanning area, the embedding box (20) is located on the limiting part (131), the embedding box (20) has a marking surface (21) on the side facing the scanning element (121), and the angle adjustment component (14) makes the marking surface (21) of the embedding box (20) of different sizes within the scanning area of ​​the scanning element (121).

4. The embedding cassette scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting part (131) is a limiting groove (132). The limiting groove (132) has a positioning line on one side in the second direction. When the embedding box (20) abuts against the positioning line, the marking surface (21) of the embedding box (20) is located in the scanning area of ​​the scanning component (121).

5. The embedding cassette scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting part (131) is a limiting groove (132), and the limiting groove (132) has an opening (133) on the other side in the second direction.

6. The embedding cassette scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage platform (13) is provided with a clearance hole (135), which is connected to the limiting part (131), and the clearance hole (135) is located below the limiting part (131).

7. The embedding cassette scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage platform (13) is detachably connected to the base (11).

8. The embedding cassette scanning device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The storage platform (13) is provided with a first magnetic element, and the base (11) is provided with a second magnetic element, the first magnetic element and the second magnetic element selectively attracting each other; and / or, The storage platform (13) is provided with a first snap-fit ​​part, and the base (11) is provided with a second snap-fit ​​part, wherein the first snap-fit ​​part and the second snap-fit ​​part selectively snap-fit ​​together; and / or, The storage platform (13) is provided with a first sliding part, and the base (11) is provided with a second sliding part. The first sliding part and the second sliding part are selectively slidably engaged.

9. The embedding cassette scanning apparatus according to any one of claims 7 or 8, characterized in that, The scanning component (12) has an exit surface, which is a first inclined surface (123). The side of the base (11) connected to the placement platform (13) is a second inclined surface (111). The second inclined surface (111) can selectively conform to the first inclined surface (123); and / or, The scanning component (12) has an exit surface, which is a first inclined surface (123). The lower side of the placement platform (13) is provided with a third inclined surface (136), which can selectively fit with the first inclined surface (123).

10. A tissue processing device, characterized in that, include: The embedding cassette scanning apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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