Portable thermal tomography device

Abstract

The utility model provides a portable thermal tomography device, and belongs to the technical field of medical infrared thermal imaging. The device comprises a host and a portable upper computer, the portable upper computer is in signal connection with the host, the host comprises a base, a support, a touch all-in-one machine and a probe, the support is arranged on the base, the touch all-in-one machine and the probe are arranged on the two sides of the support respectively, the touch all-in-one machine is in signal connection with the probe, and a holder is arranged at the bottom of the probe. The holder is used for changing the orientation of the probe and is in signal connection with the touch all-in-one machine. By adopting the portable thermal tomography device provided by the embodiment of the utility model, the problems of lower integration degree and poorer portability in the prior art can be solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical infrared thermal imaging technology, and in particular to a portable thermal tomography imaging device. Background Technology

[0002] Because heat is transferred from internal heat sources to the body surface, the temperature distribution exhibits a linear pattern. As the depth of the heat source increases, the linewidth (e.g., half-width at half-maximum) of the linear pattern gradually increases, indicating a wider area affected by the heat source. Based on this principle, by analyzing the temperature distribution at different depths within the skin, starting from the center of the lesion, we can obtain information about heat sources at different depths within the body. This is the technology of thermal tomography. When a localized lesion occurs in the body, changes in metabolism are manifested as heat. By analyzing thermal information at different depths within the body, thermal tomography can reflect these metabolic changes. By studying the relationship between different lesions and localized metabolic changes, it can be applied in the clinical analysis of diseases and cancers, particularly breast lesions.

[0003] Existing thermal tomography devices are typically standalone main units with probes, which cannot acquire images of the subject, nor can they adjust parameters such as orientation, angle, and focal length of the images in real time. They require a computer to control image acquisition, and another computer is needed to perform thermal analysis on the acquired images. When targeting rural women or conducting examinations outside the area, these devices require carrying a large amount of equipment with messy cables, resulting in poor portability.

[0004] In existing thermal tomography devices, when image acquisition and thermal analysis need to be performed simultaneously, two operators are required to control the thermal imaging probe and perform thermal analysis respectively in order to ensure the accuracy of data collection and real-time analysis. Usually, two computers are required to operate them, resulting in low integration and poor portability. Utility Model Content

[0005] This invention provides a portable thermal tomography imaging device that addresses the problems of low integration and poor portability in existing technologies. The technical solution is as follows:

[0006] A portable thermal tomography imaging device includes: a main unit and a portable host computer.

[0007] The portable host computer and the host computer are connected by signal. The host computer includes a base, a bracket, a touch screen all-in-one device, and a probe. The bracket is mounted on the base. The touch screen all-in-one device and the probe are respectively mounted on both sides of the bracket. The touch screen all-in-one device is connected by signal to the probe. A gimbal is mounted on the bottom of the probe. The gimbal is used to change the orientation of the probe. The gimbal is connected by signal to the touch screen all-in-one device.

[0008] Optionally, an ultrasonic rangefinder is provided on the side of the bracket near the probe, and the ultrasonic rangefinder is signal-connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine.

[0009] Optionally, it also includes electrical components disposed on the base. The electrical components include a power socket, a surge protector, and a power terminal block. The power socket is disposed on the base and is circuitically connected to the surge protector. The surge protector is circuitically connected to the power terminal block. The power terminal block is respectively circuitically connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine, the probe, the pan-tilt unit, and the ultrasonic rangefinder.

[0010] Optionally, a card reader is provided on the bracket, and the card reader is signal-connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine.

[0011] Optionally, a barcode scanner is provided on the bracket, and the barcode scanner is signal-connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine.

[0012] Optionally, it also includes a switch and a PoE power supply, the switch and the PoE power supply are mounted on the base, the touch screen all-in-one machine is signal-connected to the switch, the switch is signal-connected to the PoE power supply, and the PoE power supply is signal-connected to the probe and is also circuit-connected.

[0013] Optionally, the base is provided with a data transmission interface, and the touch screen all-in-one machine is signal-connected to the data transmission interface.

[0014] Optionally, the bracket is provided with a concave groove, and the probe is located in the concave groove.

[0015] Optionally, a handle is provided on the top flange of the concave groove.

[0016] Optionally, the base is provided with anti-slip feet at the bottom.

[0017] The beneficial effects of the technical solution provided by this utility model embodiment include at least the following:

[0018] This utility model provides a portable thermal tomography imaging device. A touchscreen display and a probe are respectively positioned on opposite sides of a support, with the probe and touchscreen display connected via signal. This allows the subject to be positioned on the probe side for image capture, while the operator is positioned on the touchscreen side to operate and observe the real-time images captured by the probe. The touchscreen display controls the pan-tilt-zoom movement, adjusting the probe's angle for capturing images of the subject. After image capture, the main unit transmits data signals to a portable host computer. The analysis software on the portable host computer performs image recognition and analysis, enabling simultaneous probe operation and image analysis. When transporting this device, only the main unit and portable host computer need to be moved, making it convenient to carry and effectively solving the problems of low integration and poor portability in existing technologies. Attached Figure Description

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

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the host structure provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the host structure from another perspective provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the host structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the host structure from another perspective provided by an embodiment of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of signal transmission provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] In the diagram: 1-Main unit; 10-Base; 101-Network port; 102-Arrow-marked button; 103-Power start button; 11-Bracket; 111-Concave groove; 112-Anti-slip feet; 12-Touch screen all-in-one machine; 13-Probe; 14-Pan-tilt unit; 141-Fixed base; 142-Transmission shaft assembly; 143-Probe mounting plate; 144-Pan-tilt communication module; 15-Ultrasonic rangefinder; 16-Data transmission interface; 17-Handle; 2-Portable host computer; 3-Electrical components; 31-Power socket; 32-Surge protector; 3-Power terminal block; 41-Card reader; 42-Bar scanner; 51-Switch; 52-POE power supply. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the host structure provided in an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the host structure from another perspective provided by an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the host structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the host structure from another perspective provided by an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of signal transmission provided by an embodiment of this utility model. (See diagram below.) Figures 1 to 5 A portable thermal tomography imaging device is shown, comprising: a main unit 1 and a portable host computer 2, the portable host computer 2 and the main unit 1 being signal connected. The main unit 1 includes a base 10, a bracket 11, a touch screen all-in-one device 12 and a probe 13. The bracket 11 is mounted on the base 10. The touch screen all-in-one device 12 and the probe 13 are respectively mounted on both sides of the bracket 11. The touch screen all-in-one device 12 is signal connected to the probe 13. A gimbal 14 is mounted at the bottom of the probe 13. The gimbal 14 is used to change the orientation of the probe 13. The gimbal 14 is signal connected to the touch screen all-in-one device 12.

[0028] Exemplarily, in this embodiment of the present invention, the portable host computer 2 is configured with a screen of 14 inches or larger, a Win10 x64 or higher operating system, an Intel i5 10th generation or higher processor, 8GB or more of memory, a 512GB or more solid-state drive, at least two USB ports, an HDMI video input / output interface, a screen resolution of 1920*1080 or higher, and thermal chromatography client software installed, enabling it to work independently. Both the host computer 1 and the portable host computer 2 are equipped with network ports 101, and are connected for data transmission via network ports 101. The touch screen all-in-one machine 12 uses a projected capacitive touch screen with a response time of less than 3ms, and comes with its own CPU, memory, hard drive, and power adapter. Thermal image capture is achieved by touching the screen with a finger. The touch screen all-in-one machine 12 is equipped with arrow-shaped buttons 102 and a power-on button 103. There are four arrow-shaped buttons 102, labeled "up," "down," "left," and "right." The power-on button 103 is connected to the electrical component 3 circuit. The probe 13 consists of an upper and lower housing, a lens assembly, a focusing module, and a DC power socket. The gimbal 14 includes a fixed base 141, a transmission shaft assembly 142, a probe mounting plate 143, and a gimbal communication module 144. The transmission shaft assembly 142 internally houses gears and worm gear mechanical transmission components. The probe mounting plate 143 is used to mount the probe 13. The gimbal communication module 144 is signal-connected to the arrow indicator button 102. By manually controlling the arrow indicator button 102, a signal is transmitted to the gimbal communication module 144, thereby controlling the movement of the transmission shaft assembly 142. This allows the probe 13 to move ±15° horizontally and ±15° vertically, thus enabling fine-tuning of the thermal imaging shooting position. This device can also be automatically controlled. When the touch screen all-in-one machine 12 reads that the thermal image sent by the probe 13 is not straight, it sends a command to the gimbal communication module 144, which in turn sends a command to the transmission shaft assembly 142 to rotate up, down, left, and right, thereby centering the image and automatically adjusting the probe to the best shooting angle.

[0029] This utility model provides a portable thermal tomography imaging device. A touchscreen unit 12 and a probe 13 are respectively positioned on opposite sides of a support 11, with the probe 13 and touchscreen unit 12 connected via signal. This allows the subject to be positioned on one side of the probe 13 for image capture, while the operator is positioned on the other side of the touchscreen unit 12 to operate and observe the real-time images captured by the probe. The operator controls the pan-tilt unit 14 by operating the touchscreen unit 12, thereby adjusting the angle at which the probe 13 captures images of the subject. After image capture, the host computer 1 transmits data signals to a portable host computer 2. The analysis software on the portable host computer 2 performs image recognition and analysis, enabling simultaneous operation of the probe 13 and image analysis. Compared to traditional technologies that require at least two computers connected to separate imaging devices via cumbersome data cables, this utility model integrates the touchscreen unit 12 and probe 13 into a single unit, achieving convenient operation. When this device needs to be transported, only the main unit 1 and the portable host computer 2 need to be moved, which is convenient to carry and can effectively solve the problems of low integration and poor portability in the existing technology.

[0030] Optionally, an ultrasonic rangefinder 15 is provided on the side of the bracket 11 near the probe 13, and the ultrasonic rangefinder 15 is connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine 12 via signal.

[0031] For example, in this embodiment of the present invention, by setting an ultrasonic rangefinder 15, an automatic focusing function can be achieved when the probe 13 takes a picture of the subject, so that the size of the captured image is appropriate and convenient for subsequent image recognition and analysis. Compared with the prior art, which relies on the subject holding a ruler to determine the size of the captured image, this embodiment eliminates this step by adding an ultrasonic rangefinder 15, thereby improving the ease of operation of the device.

[0032] Optionally, it also includes an electrical component 3, which is mounted on the base 10. The electrical component 3 includes a power socket 31, a surge protector 32, and a power terminal block 33. The power socket 31 is mounted on the base 10 and is electrically connected to the surge protector 32. The surge protector 32 is electrically connected to the power terminal block 33. The power terminal block 33 is electrically connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine 12, the probe 13, the pan-tilt unit 14, and the ultrasonic rangefinder 15, respectively.

[0033] In this embodiment of the invention, the power socket 31 is a filter socket, the bracket 11 is a hollow structure and is mounted on the base 10, the electrical component 3 is mounted on the base 10, and the bracket 11 is placed over the base 10 to protect the electrical component 3 inside the bracket 11. Current is introduced into the electrical component 3 through the power socket 31 connected to an external power source. The current flows into the power start button 103, which controls the closing or opening of the circuit. The current then flows into the surge protector 32, which provides safety protection for the circuit. When a surge current or voltage spike suddenly occurs in the circuit or communication line due to external interference, the surge protector 32 can conduct and shunt the current in a very short time, thereby preventing damage to other devices in the circuit. Afterwards, the current flows through the power terminal block 33 for shunt. One branch powers the touch screen all-in-one machine 12 through the power adapter, another branch powers the ultrasonic rangefinder 15 and pan-tilt unit 14 through the 12V adapter, and another branch powers the probe 13. This circuit structure is relatively simple and provides the circuit foundation for the operation of the entire device.

[0034] Optionally, a card reader 41 is provided on the bracket 11, and the card reader 41 is connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine 12 via signal.

[0035] For example, in this embodiment of the present invention, the card reader 41 has an ID card reading function, which can identify the ID card of the examinee. Before the examinee is tested, the ID card can be identified and the captured image and the identified detection structure can be bound to the ID card, so as to facilitate the examinee to query the test results and also to facilitate the medical staff to verify the identity of the examinee, thereby further improving the ease of operation of the device.

[0036] Optionally, a barcode scanner 42 is provided on the bracket 11, and the barcode scanner 42 is connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine 12 via signal.

[0037] For example, in this embodiment of the present invention, the barcode scanner 42 has a QR code recognition function. The barcode scanner 42 can recognize the QR code on the medical document, thereby reading the patient information and making it convenient for medical staff to identify the patient's identity in another way. At the same time, the barcode scanner 42 can also recognize the QR code of the convenient payment method, so that the examinee can make a convenient payment, thereby further improving the ease of operation of the device.

[0038] Optionally, it also includes a switch 51 and a PoE power supply 52, which are mounted on the base 10. The touch screen all-in-one machine 12 is connected to the switch 51 by signal, the switch 51 is connected to the PoE power supply 52 by signal, and the PoE power supply 52 is connected to the probe 13 by signal and circuit.

[0039] Exemplarily, in this embodiment of the present invention, after the network port 101 is connected to the external network by setting up a switch 51, signal transmission is carried out through the switch 51. The switch 51 is connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine 12, and to the PoE power supply 52. ​​The PoE power supply 52 is connected to the probe 13, so that the touch screen all-in-one machine 12 can transmit signals to the probe 13 through the switch 51 and the PoE power supply 52, thereby adjusting the orientation of the probe 13. By setting up the PoE power supply 52 to power the probe 13, there is no need to set up an additional power supply for the probe 13. The current flows from the power terminal block 33 through the PoE power supply 52, and then provides a 48V DC power supply voltage to the probe 13. By setting up this structure, the structure is simple, thereby improving the economy of this device.

[0040] Optionally, the base 10 is provided with a data transmission interface 16, and the touch screen all-in-one machine 12 is connected to the data transmission interface 16 via a signal.

[0041] For example, in this embodiment of the present invention, the touch screen all-in-one machine 12 is provided with a separate storage function. However, when there is too much data stored in the touch screen all-in-one machine 12, the data in the touch screen all-in-one machine 12 can be transferred and saved by setting the data transmission interface 16, thereby improving the practicality of the device.

[0042] Optionally, the bracket 11 is provided with a concave groove 111, and the probe 13 is located in the concave groove 111.

[0043] For example, in this embodiment of the present invention, the bracket 11 is a C-shaped structure with a side opening, thereby forming a concave groove 111. The probe 13 is placed in the concave groove 111, which can physically protect the probe 13 and prevent it from being damaged by collision.

[0044] Optionally, a handle 17 is provided on the top flange of the concave groove 111.

[0045] For example, in this embodiment of the present invention, by providing a handle 17 on the top of the bracket 11, the operator can easily lift the main unit 1 as a whole by using the handle 17, making the operation simpler when transporting the device, thereby further improving the ease of operation of the device.

[0046] Optionally, the base 10 is provided with anti-slip feet 112 at the bottom.

[0047] For example, in this embodiment of the present invention, by providing anti-slip feet 112, the device can be stably placed on the workbench. The anti-slip feet 112 can be made of rubber, so that the device as a whole will not slide on the workbench when it is on the workbench and has a certain vibration damping function, thereby improving the working stability of the device.

[0048] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used herein shall have the ordinary meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terms “first,” “second,” and similar terms used in this patent application specification and claims do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Similarly, the terms “an” or “a” and similar terms do not indicate a quantity limitation, but rather indicate the presence of at least one. The terms “comprising” or “including” and similar terms mean that the elements or objects preceding “comprising” or “including” encompass the elements or objects listed following “comprising” or “including” and their equivalents, and do not exclude other elements or objects. The terms “connected” or “linked” and similar terms are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. The terms “upper,” “lower,” “left,” and “right” are used only to indicate relative positional relationships; when the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0049] The above description is only an optional embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A portable thermal tomography imaging device, characterized in that, include: The host computer (1) and the portable host computer (2) are used. The portable host computer (2) and the host computer (1) are connected by signal. The host computer (1) includes a base (10), a bracket (11), a touch screen all-in-one machine (12), and a probe (13). The bracket (11) is set on the base (10). The touch screen all-in-one machine (12) and the probe (13) are respectively set on both sides of the bracket (11). The touch screen all-in-one machine (12) and the probe (13) are connected by signal. A gimbal (14) is set at the bottom of the probe (13). The gimbal (14) is used to change the orientation of the probe (13). The gimbal (14) and the touch screen all-in-one machine (12) are connected by signal. The probe (13) consists of an upper shell, a lower shell, a lens assembly, a focusing module, and a DC power socket; An ultrasonic rangefinder (15) is provided on the side of the bracket (11) near the probe (13), and the ultrasonic rangefinder (15) is connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine (12) via signal.

2. The portable thermal tomography imaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an electrical component (3), which is disposed on the base (10). The electrical component (3) includes a power socket (31), a surge protector (32), and a power terminal block (33). The power socket (31) is disposed on the base (10). The power socket (31) is connected to the surge protector (32) in a circuit. The surge protector (32) is connected to the power terminal block (33) in a circuit. The power terminal block (33) is connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine (12), the probe (13), the pan-tilt unit (14), and the ultrasonic rangefinder (15) in a circuit.

3. The portable thermal tomography imaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A card reader (41) is provided on the bracket (11), and the card reader (41) is connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine (12) via signal.

4. The portable thermal tomography imaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A barcode scanner (42) is provided on the bracket (11), and the barcode scanner (42) is connected to the touch screen all-in-one machine (12) via signal.

5. A portable thermal tomography imaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a switch (51) and a POE power supply (52), the switch (51) and the POE power supply (52) are mounted on the base (10), the touch screen all-in-one machine (12) is signal connected to the switch (51), the switch (51) is signal connected to the POE power supply (52), and the POE power supply (52) is signal connected to the probe (13) and is also circuit connected.

6. A portable thermal tomography imaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (10) is provided with a data transmission interface (16), and the touch screen all-in-one machine (12) is connected to the data transmission interface (16) via a signal.

7. A portable thermal tomography imaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bracket (11) is provided with a concave groove (111), and the probe (13) is located in the concave groove (111).

8. A portable thermal tomography imaging device according to claim 7, characterized in that, A handle (17) is provided on the top flange of the concave groove (111).

9. A portable thermal tomography imaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (10) is provided with anti-slip feet (112) at the bottom.

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