Detector pouch holding device and mobile x-ray imaging system

Abstract

A detector bag holding device and a mobile x-ray imaging system are provided. The detector bag holding device includes a detector case having at least two detector slots for receiving x-ray detectors, and a detector bag holder detachably installed in at least one of the detector slots, the detector bag holder having a receiving space for receiving a detector bag. The present application can reasonably utilize the internal space of the detector case to provide the detector bag holder, and does not change the appearance of the detector case, thus not increasing the size of the mobile x-ray imaging system.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of medical imaging technology, and more particularly to a detector bag holding device and a mobile X-ray imaging system. Background Technology

[0002] In a medical imaging system, X-rays emitted from an X-ray source are directed at the object being examined and, after penetrating the object, are received by a detector, which is a matrix of discrete elements (e.g., pixels). The detector is read out to generate an output signal based on the amount or intensity of radiation impacting each pixel region. This signal is then processed to produce a medical image of the object being examined, which can be displayed on a display device of the medical imaging system.

[0003] With the development of technology, digital X-ray detectors have emerged. Digital X-ray detectors may include a wireless communication module for wirelessly transmitting medical images to an X-ray imaging system. Specifically, digital X-ray detectors can be configured as mobile devices and may include a rechargeable battery to power the detector, enabling it to operate without external cables.

[0004] It should be noted that the above introduction to the technical background is only for the purpose of providing a clear and complete explanation of the technical solution of this application and facilitating the understanding of those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0005] In the workflow of using digital X-ray detectors, operators typically place the detector in a detector bag to prevent contamination. The detector bag can be a plastic bag, etc. It can be stored in the storage tray of the X-ray imaging system or elsewhere. Before each examination, the operator removes the detector bag, places the digital X-ray detector inside, and after each examination, retrieves the detector, removes and discards the detector bag.

[0006] The inventors of this application discovered that placing detector bags on storage trays affects the placement or storage of other items on the trays; current X-ray imaging systems, especially mobile X-ray imaging systems, lack a dedicated device for storing detector bags, and adding such a device would increase the size of the mobile X-ray imaging system. Therefore, how to rationally set the storage location for detector bags is a problem that needs to be solved.

[0007] To address the aforementioned technical problems or at least similar technical problems, embodiments of this application provide a detector bag holding device and a mobile X-ray imaging system. In the detector bag holding device, the detector bag holder is detachably installed inside the detector housing. This allows for the efficient use of the internal space of the detector housing to accommodate the detector bag holder without altering the appearance of the detector housing, thus not increasing the size of the mobile X-ray imaging system.

[0008] According to one aspect of an embodiment of this application, a detector bag holding device is provided, the device comprising:

[0009] A detector housing having at least two detector slots for accommodating X-ray detectors; and

[0010] A detector bag holder is detachably mounted within at least one of the detector slots, the detector bag holder having a receiving space for accommodating a detector bag.

[0011] In some embodiments, the detector bag holder includes a plurality of plates that enclose the receiving space.

[0012] In some embodiments, the plurality of boards include:

[0013] The front plate is perpendicular to the bottom and side surfaces of the detector slot;

[0014] A back panel that is parallel to the front panel;

[0015] Two side panels, perpendicular to the front panel and connected to both the front and back panels;

[0016] The base plate is perpendicular to both the front plate and the side plate, and is connected to the front plate, the back plate, and the side plate.

[0017] In some embodiments, in a first direction perpendicular to the base plate, the front plate extends to a position lower than the base plate.

[0018] In some embodiments, the detector bag holding device further includes:

[0019] Mounting elements are connected to the detector bag holder and the detector housing.

[0020] In some embodiments, the detector bag retainer further includes:

[0021] The mounting portion is disposed on the side plate and located outside the receiving space.

[0022] The mounting portion has a through hole that penetrates the mounting portion in a second direction perpendicular to the front plate.

[0023] A portion of the mounting element passes through the through hole and is connected to the detector housing.

[0024] In some embodiments, the at least two detector slots are distributed in the second direction.

[0025] The detector bag holder is disposed in the detector slot in the back plate closest to the detector housing in the second direction.

[0026] In some embodiments, the mounting element connects the mounting portion to the back plate of the detector housing through the through hole.

[0027] In some embodiments, the at least two detector slots have different lateral dimensions.

[0028] The detector bag retainer is installed in the detector slot, which has the smallest lateral dimension.

[0029] According to another aspect of the embodiments of this application, a mobile x-ray imaging system is provided, the mobile x-ray imaging system including an x-ray base station and a detector bag holding device as described in any of the above embodiments, wherein the detector housing of the detector bag holding device is mounted on the rear side of the x-ray base station.

[0030] One of the advantages of this application embodiment is that the detector bag holder is detachably installed inside the detector box, thereby making reasonable use of the internal space of the detector box to set up the detector bag holder, without changing the appearance of the detector box or increasing the size of the mobile X-ray imaging system.

[0031] Referring to the following description and accompanying drawings, specific implementation methods of the embodiments of this application are disclosed in detail, indicating how the principles of the embodiments of this application can be adopted. It should be understood that the implementation methods of this application are not limited in scope. Within the spirit and scope of the appended claims, the implementation methods of this application include many changes, modifications, and equivalents. Attached Figure Description

[0032] The accompanying drawings, which form part of the specification, are used to provide a further understanding of the embodiments of this application and illustrate the implementation methods of this application, together with the textual description, to explain the principles of this application. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this application, and those skilled in the art can obtain other implementation methods based on these drawings without creative effort. In the drawings:

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a mobile X-ray system including a digital X-ray detector according to an embodiment of this application;

[0034] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a mobile X-ray system;

[0035] Figure 3 An exemplary mobile X-ray imaging system including a detector housing with a charging area is shown;

[0036] Figure 4 This is an exploded schematic diagram of the detector bag holding device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0037] Figure 5 This is an overall schematic diagram of the detector bag holding device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0038] Figure 6 It is along Figure 5 A cross-sectional view along the AA direction;

[0039] Figure 7 This is a partial schematic diagram viewed along the direction in which the mounting elements are installed;

[0040] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the detector box;

[0041] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of a mobile X-ray imaging system. Detailed Implementation

[0042] Referring to the accompanying drawings, the foregoing and other features of the embodiments of this application will become apparent from the following description. Specific embodiments of this application are specifically disclosed in the description and drawings, illustrating partial implementations in which the principles of the embodiments of this application can be adopted. It should be understood that this application is not limited to the described embodiments; rather, the embodiments of this application include all modifications, variations, and equivalents falling within the scope of the appended claims.

[0043] In the embodiments of this application, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used to distinguish different elements by name, but do not indicate the spatial arrangement or temporal order of these elements, and these elements should not be limited by these terms. The term "and / or" includes any one or more of the terms listed in association and all combinations thereof. The terms "comprising," "including," "having," etc., refer to the presence of the stated features, elements, components, or assemblies, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, elements, components, or assemblies. In the embodiments of this application, terms such as "connected," "linked," and "coupled" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect.

[0044] In the embodiments of this application, the singular forms "a," "the," etc., including the plural forms, should be broadly understood as "a kind" or "a class" rather than limited to the meaning of "an." Furthermore, the term "the" should be understood to include both the singular and plural forms, unless the context explicitly indicates otherwise. Additionally, the term "according to" should be understood as "at least partially based on…," and the term "based on" should be understood as "at least partially based on…," unless the context explicitly indicates otherwise.

[0045] Features described and / or illustrated for one embodiment may be used in the same or similar manner in one or more other embodiments, combined with features in other embodiments, or substituted for features in other embodiments. The term "comprising / including" as used herein means the presence of a feature, integral, step, or component, but does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, or components.

[0046] Although some embodiments of this application are described based on an x-ray imaging system, the embodiments of this application are not intended to be limiting. For example, the medical imaging system may also be other types of x-ray imaging systems, or other types of imaging systems, such as computed tomography (CT) systems, positron emission tomography (PET) systems, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems, etc.

[0047] Mobile imaging systems, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 The mobile X-ray imaging system shown may include a digital X-ray detector powered by a rechargeable power source such as a battery or internal capacitor. Furthermore, Figure 3 A fixed x-ray imaging system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, which may include at least one digital x-ray detector powered by a rechargeable power supply.

[0048] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a mobile X-ray system including a digital X-ray detector according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a mobile X-ray system.

[0049] like Figure 1As shown, an x-ray imaging system (e.g., an x-ray system) is generally indicated or referred to by reference numeral 12 in the accompanying drawings. In the illustrated embodiment, the x-ray system 12 may be a mobile digital x-ray system. The x-ray system 12 is designed (in a digital x-ray system) to both acquire raw images or image data and process the image data for display. Specifically, the x-ray imaging system 12 may be substantially mobile, allowing it to move between at least two different locations without any additional installation. Furthermore, the x-ray imaging system 12 may collect medical imaging data from the patient via a digital x-ray detector.

[0050] Therefore, in Figure 1 The illustrated embodiment shows views of an x-ray imaging system 12 (which is a mobile digital x-ray system) and several accessories for operating the x-ray imaging system, as indicated by reference numeral 10 in the reference numerals. Specifically, the imaging system 12 includes a mobile imaging system that can be moved to a patient recovery room, emergency room, operating room, or any other space to image the patient 20 without transporting the patient 20 to a dedicated (e.g., fixed) x-ray imaging room. The x-ray imaging system 12 includes a mobile x-ray base station 50 and a digital x-ray detector 22. In one embodiment, a support arm 52 is vertically movable along a support column 54 to position the radiation source 16 (also interchangeably referred to herein as x-ray tube 16) and collimator 18 relative to the patient 20 and the digital x-ray detector 22.

[0051] Additionally, one or both of the support arm 52 and support column 54 may be configured to allow the radiation source 16 to rotate about an axis. The x-ray base station 50 may also include a camera 24 to aid in the positioning of the radiation source 16 and collimator 18, and a speaker 44 to transmit audible commands to the patient. The patient may be positioned on a bed 60 (or a wheelchair, table, or any other support) between the radiation source 16 and the digital x-ray detector 22. During an imaging sequence using the digital x-ray system 12, the digital x-ray detector 22 (also referred to herein as detector 22) receives x-rays passing through the patient 20 and transmits the imaging data to the base station 50. The digital x-ray detector 22 communicates with the base station 50 via a wireless network connection. It should be noted that the x-ray imaging system 12 and the digital x-ray detector 22 may utilize any suitable wireless communication protocol, such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.15.4 protocol, ultra-wideband (UWB) communication standards, Bluetooth communication standards, or any IEEE 802.11 communication standards. For example, the x-ray imaging system 12 and the digital x-ray detector 22 can communicate using near-field communication (NFC). At least in some embodiments, the base station 50 houses system electronics 62 that acquires medical imaging data from the detector 22 and processes the medical imaging data to form a desired image. Furthermore, the system electronics 62 both supplies and controls power to the radiation source 16 and the wheeled base 58 in the x-ray imaging system 12. For example, the x-ray imaging system 12 and the digital x-ray detector 22 can communicate during a pairing process via a near-field protocol such as NFC or Bluetooth. For example, during the pairing process, the x-ray imaging system 12 can authenticate the digital x-ray detector 22 and enable the digital x-ray detector 22 to join a high-data-rate remote network, such as a Wi-Fi network. For example, the x-ray imaging system 12 and the digital x-ray detector 22 can communicate via a high-data-rate remote network when acquiring and transmitting medical imaging data.

[0052] like Figure 1 As shown, the x-ray imaging system 12 includes a workstation 32 and a display 34. More specifically, the base station 50 has a workstation 32 and a display 34 that enable a user 36 to operate the x-ray imaging system 12. The operator workstation 32 may include buttons, switches, etc., to facilitate the operation of, for example, the radiation source 16 and the detector 22. Alternatively, the operator workstation 32 may include a visual interface and a device for inputting text, such as a keyboard, a touchscreen, etc. The x-ray base station 50 also includes a detector housing 64 for the digital x-ray detector 22 when it is not in use. The detector housing may be configured to recharge the battery of the digital x-ray detector 22. Specifically, the detector housing 64 may be configured to recharge the battery of the digital x-ray detector 22 via wireless (e.g., contactless) charging.

[0053] In other embodiments, the functionality of the x-ray imaging system 12 can be distributed, such that some functions of the x-ray imaging system 12 are performed at workstation 32, while other functions are performed by another component of the x-ray system 12, such as a handheld interface device (not shown). Furthermore, some x-ray imaging systems may include multiple digital x-ray detectors. For example, a single x-ray system may include a first digital x-ray detector (e.g., a primary detector) and a second digital x-ray detector (e.g., a secondary detector). For example, the primary detector may be controlled in a different manner than the secondary detector. Specifically, the primary detector may be used to acquire medical imaging data, while the secondary detector may not be used to acquire medical imaging data. For example, by designating a primary detector, a user can control which of the multiple detectors collects medical imaging data.

[0054] Figure 2 Briefly shown Figure 1 The aforementioned x-ray imaging system 12 and digital x-ray detector 22. (e.g.) Figure 2 As shown, the X-ray system 12 includes a radiation source 16 positioned adjacent to a collimator 18. A light source 66 (also referred to as a collimator lamp) is positioned between the radiation source 16 and the collimator 18. The collimator 18 allows a stream of radiation 68, or light, to be directed to a specific area where an object or subject, such as patient 20, is located. A portion 70 of the radiation passes through the subject and strikes an image receiver or digital X-ray detector 22. As understood by those skilled in the art, the digital X-ray detector 22 converts X-ray photons received on its surface into low-energy photons, which are then converted into electrical signals that are acquired and processed to reconstruct an image of features within the subject's body. The collimator light 66 in the collimator 18 directs light to the same area where the X-ray photons will pass and can be used to position patient 20 prior to exposure. The collimator light 66 can be turned on and off by user input on the X-ray imaging system 12 or a handheld interface device 38.

[0055] Furthermore, the digital X-ray detector 22 includes a detector controller (DC) 72 that commands the acquisition of signals generated in the digital X-ray detector 22. The detector controller 72 can also perform various signal processing and filtering functions, such as initial adjustment for dynamic range, digital image data interleaving, etc. For example, the detector controller 72 includes a wireless communication module for wireless communication with the X-ray imaging system 12. The detector controller 72 operates in response to signals from a controller 74 that communicates wirelessly via a wireless interface 76. Generally, the system controller 74 commands the operation of the X-ray imaging system 12 to execute inspection protocols and process the acquired image data. In the context of this invention, the controller 74 also includes signal processing circuitry, such as a programmed general-purpose or special-purpose digital computer, and associated devices. Associated devices may include optical storage devices, magnetic storage devices, or solid-state storage devices for storing programs and routines executed by the computer's processor to perform various functions, and for storing configuration parameters and image data; interface circuitry; etc.

[0056] In the X-ray imaging system 12, the radiation source 16 is controlled by a controller 74, which controls the signals used for the inspection sequence. For example, if the correct inspection conditions are not met, the controller 74 can disable the operation of the radiation source 16. Furthermore, the controller 74 controls the power supply 78 that powers the radiation source 16, the light source 66, the camera 24, and the controller 74. An interface circuit 80 facilitates the supply of power to the radiation source 16, the light source 66, the camera 24, and the controller 74. The power supply 78 also supplies power to the motion drive unit 82 to drive the movement of the wheeled base 58 of the X-ray base station 50. The power supply 78 may include one or more batteries. For example, the power supply 78 may include one or more lead-acid batteries.

[0057] The controller 74 is linked to at least one output device, such as a display 32 or an operator workstation 34. This output device may include a standard computer monitor or a dedicated computer monitor and associated processing circuitry. One or more operator workstations 34 may be further linked within the system for outputting system parameters, requesting checks, viewing images, etc. Generally, the displays, printers, workstations, and similar devices provided within the system may be located locally to the imaging components or remotely to them, such as elsewhere within an institution or hospital, or in entirely different locations. The displays, printers, workstations, etc., may be linked to the x-ray imaging system 12 via one or more configurable networks such as the Internet, a VPN, etc. The controller 74 may also be linked to a speaker 44.

[0058] In addition, the X-ray imaging system 12 optionally communicates wirelessly with the handheld interface device 38 via a wireless interface 76. For example, an operator can input control signals for the X-ray imaging system via the handheld interface device 38. The controller 74 and handheld interface device 38 provide system operation data (e.g., prohibiting operation of radiation sources), images reconstructed from image data from detector 22, images of the patient generated by camera 24, patient data, and other information. For example, the handheld interface device 38 wirelessly transmits signals to prepare and initiate exposures and other commands for operating the X-ray imaging system 12, as well as the position and / or movement of the handheld interface device 38 relative to the system 12. In addition to receiving patient data and / or instructions from the X-ray imaging system 12, the handheld interface device 38 wirelessly receives patient information and / or instructions (e.g., imaging sequences to be executed) from the medical facility network 48. The medical facility network 48 includes a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) 84, a Radiology Information System (RIS) 86, and / or a Hospital Information Management System (HIS) 88 to provide information and / or instructions. Network 48 can also transmit patient information and / or instructions to x-ray imaging system 12, which can then provide the information and / or instructions to handheld interface device 38. In some examples, handheld interface device 38 may not be included, and operator workstation 34 may be used to control the aforementioned aspects of the imaging process.

[0059] Figure 3 An exemplary mobile X-ray imaging system is shown, including a detector housing with a charging area. Figure 3 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of a mobile X-ray imaging system 701 including a detector housing 704 is shown. Figure 3 Similar to Figure 1 The x-ray imaging system 12 is thus used to collect medical imaging data via a digital x-ray detector.

[0060] like Figure 3 As shown, the mobile X-ray imaging system 701 includes an X-ray base station 700 and a digital X-ray detector 22. In one embodiment, the X-ray base station 700 may have a support arm 702 and a support column 703. The support arm 702 is vertically movable along the support column 703.

[0061] Detector housing 704 can be installed in x-ray base station 700, wherein detector housing 704 may include charging area 602. For example, detector housing 704 includes at least two wireless power sources for recharging the battery of digital x-ray detector. Digital x-ray detector 22 is shown placed in detector housing 704 for storage and charging. Digital x-ray detector 22 in Figure 3The digital X-ray detector 22 may include an optional handle. In some embodiments, the handle may not be included. When the digital X-ray detector 22 is not used to collect medical imaging data, it may be stored in the detector housing 704, such as... Figure 3 As shown. For example, in Figure 3 When the digital X-ray detector 22 is stored in the detector housing 704, it can be wirelessly charged via the wireless power supply of the detector housing 704.

[0062] like Figure 3 As shown, the direction from the detector box 704 to the support column 703 can be called the "front" direction, and the direction opposite to the "front" direction is the "rear" direction. For example, the support column 703 is located on the front side of the x-ray base station 700, and the detector box 704 is located on the rear side of the x-ray base station 700.

[0063] exist Figure 3 In this context, the "front" direction and the "back" direction can be collectively referred to as the front-rear direction. In addition, the direction in which the support column 703 extends (e.g., the vertical direction) can be referred to as the up-down direction, and the direction that is perpendicular to both the front-rear direction and the up-down direction can be referred to as the left-right direction.

[0064] Figure 3 and Figure 1 The difference is: in Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the detector housing 64 is disposed inside the x-ray base station 50; Figure 3 In the embodiment shown, the detector housing 704 is disposed outside the x-ray base station 700.

[0065] about Figure 3 For descriptions of other components, please refer to the documentation for... Figure 1 and Figure 2 Description of the corresponding components.

[0066] exist Figure 3 In the scenario shown, operators typically store the digital X-ray detector in a detector bag to prevent it from becoming contaminated.

[0067] For example, the detector bag can be stored in the storage tray of the X-ray imaging system or in other locations. During each examination, the operator removes the detector bag and places the digital X-ray detector inside. After each examination, the operator retrieves the digital X-ray detector, removes the detector bag, and discards it.

[0068] However, placing the detector bag on the storage tray would interfere with the placement or storage of other items on the tray. Current X-ray imaging systems, especially mobile X-ray imaging systems, lack a dedicated device for storing detector bags. Adding such a device would increase the size of the mobile X-ray imaging system. Therefore, determining a suitable storage location for the detector bag is a problem that needs to be solved.

[0069] In order to reasonably set the storage location of the detector bag, this application provides a detector bag holding device and a mobile X-ray imaging system.

[0070] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below.

[0071] This application provides a detector bag holding device. Figure 4 This is an exploded schematic diagram of the detector bag holding device according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 5 This is an overall schematic diagram of the detector bag holding device according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 6 It is along Figure 5 A cross-sectional view along the AA direction. Figure 7 This is a partial schematic diagram viewed along the direction in which mounting element 83 is installed.

[0072] like Figure 4 As shown, in this application, the first direction D1 refers to the direction perpendicular to the bottom plate 824 of the detector bin 81 (described later); the second direction D2 refers to the direction perpendicular to the front plate 821 and back plate 822 of the detector bin 81; and the third direction D3 refers to the direction perpendicular to the side plate 823 of the detector bin 81. In some examples, the first direction D1 and the second direction D2 can be perpendicular, and the third direction D3 can be perpendicular to both the first direction D1 and the second direction D2.

[0073] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the detector bag holding device 80 includes a detector bin 81 and a detector bag holder 82.

[0074] like Figure 4 As shown, the detector housing 81 has at least two detector slots 810, wherein the detector slots 810 are used to accommodate the X-ray detector 811 (e.g., Figure 5 (As shown).

[0075] For example, Figure 5 In this configuration, an X-ray detector 811 is placed in a detector slot 810. The X-ray detector 811 is, for example, a... Figure 1 or Figure 2 The digital X-ray detector 22 shown; in addition, the detector housing 81 may have a wireless power supply, which can wirelessly charge the X-ray detector 811 when it is stored in the detector slot 810 of the detector housing 81.

[0076] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the detector bag holder 82 is detachably mounted within at least one detector slot 810. The detector bag holder 82 has a receiving space 820 for receiving detector bags, wherein the receiving space 820 can hold 10 to 20 (e.g., about 15) detector bags. The detector bags are, for example, plastic bags, and the material of the plastic bags may be polyethylene.

[0077] According to an embodiment of this application, in the detector bag holding device 80, the detector bag holder 82 is detachably installed inside the detector housing 81. Thus, the internal space of the detector housing 81 can be reasonably utilized to set up the detector bag holder 82, and the appearance of the detector housing 81 is not changed, thereby not increasing the size of the mobile X-ray imaging system.

[0078] In this application, the detector bag holder 82 can be a box-shaped container with an open top. This facilitates the installation of the detector bag holder 82 into the detector housing 81. Furthermore, the receiving space 820 of the detector bag holder 82 can be a cuboid space, which facilitates the operator to place the detector bag into or remove the detector bag from the receiving space 820.

[0079] The detector bag holder 82 may include multiple plates that enclose a receiving space 820. The detector bag holder 82 may be formed using a one-piece molding process, such as 3D printing; or, the detector bag holder 82 may be obtained by assembling the multiple plates.

[0080] like Figure 4 As shown, in some examples, the plurality of panels of the detector bag holder 82 include: a front panel 821, a back panel 822, a side panel 823, and a bottom panel 824.

[0081] like Figure 4 As shown, the front plate 821 is perpendicular to the bottom surface 811 of the detector slot 810 (e.g., Figure 6 (as shown) and side 812 (as shown) Figure 6As shown, the front panel 821 can be rectangular. The back panel 822 is parallel to the front panel 821 and can also be rectangular. There are two side panels 823, each perpendicular to the front panel 821 and connected to both the front panel 821 and the back panel 822; each side panel 823 is, for example, rectangular. The bottom panel 824 is perpendicular to the front panel 821, the back panel 822, and the side panels 823, and is connected to all of them; the bottom panel 824 is, for example, rectangular.

[0082] like Figure 4 As shown, the base plate 824 is perpendicular to the first direction D1; the front plate 821 and the back plate 822 are perpendicular to the second direction D2, and the front plate 821 and the back plate 822 are separated by a first distance in the second direction D2; each side plate 823 is perpendicular to a third direction D3, and the two side plates 823 are separated by a second distance in the third direction D3. Thus, the front plate 821, the back plate 822, the side plates 823 and the base plate 824 enclose each other to form a box shape with an open top, the interior of which is a receiving space 820.

[0083] In addition, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the detector bag holder 82 may further include an edge plate 825. The edge plate 825 is located around the upper opening of the receiving space 820. The edge plate 825 can be connected to the front plate 821, back plate 822, and side plate 823, and is parallel to the bottom plate 824. The outer peripheral shape of the edge plate 825 can match the shape of the detector slot 810, thereby sealing the gaps between the front plate 821, back plate 822, and side plate 823 and the detector slot 810, preventing foreign objects from entering the detector slot 810.

[0084] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, in the first direction D1, the front plate 821 can extend to a position lower than the bottom plate 824. This allows for control of the depth of the receiving space 820, facilitating the removal of the detector bag from the receiving space 820.

[0085] like Figure 4 As shown, the detector bag holding device 80 also includes a mounting element 83. The mounting element 83 is connected to both the detector bag holder 82 and the detector housing 81, thus enabling the mounting element 83 to connect the detector bag holder 82 and the detector housing 81 together. Furthermore, when the mounting element 83 is removed, the detector bag holder 82 and the detector housing 81 can be separated from each other. Therefore, the mounting element 83 can detachably mount the detector bag holder 82 to the detector housing 81. In some examples, the mounting element 83 may be a screw or similar component.

[0086] like Figure 4As shown, the detector bag holder 82 also includes a mounting portion 826. The mounting portion 826 is disposed on the side plate 823 and is located outside the receiving space 820. Figure 4 In the example shown, there are two mounting parts 826, each disposed on a corresponding side plate 823. However, this application is not limited to this; the number of mounting parts 826 may be more than two.

[0087] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the mounting portion 826 has a through hole 8261. The through hole 8261 extends through the mounting portion 826 in the second direction D2. A portion of the mounting element 83 can pass through the through hole 8261 and connect to the detector housing 81, thereby mounting the detector bag holder 82 to the detector housing 81. For example, the mounting element 83 mounts the detector bag holder 82 to the back plate 81a of the detector housing 81.

[0088] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the detector box. Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 8 In the example shown, at least two detector slots 810 in the detector housing 81 are, for example, detector slots 8101 and 8102. These at least two detector slots 810 can be distributed in the second direction D2. For example, detector slot 8101 is located behind detector slot 8102.

[0089] In this application, the detector bag holder 82 can be disposed in the detector slot 810 closest to the back plate 81a of the detector housing 81 in the second direction D2. For example, the detector slot 810 closest to the back plate 81a of the detector housing 81 can be the detector slot 8101. This allows the detector bag holder 82 to be kept as far away as possible from the heat-generating components of the moving X-ray imaging system, preventing the detector bag from deforming due to heat.

[0090] like Figure 8 As shown, at least two detector slots 810 in the detector housing 81 have different lateral dimensions for accommodating X-ray detectors of different sizes. For example, the lateral dimension refers to the size of the detector slot 810 in the third direction D3 or in the left-right direction of the detector housing 81. Figure 8 In the example shown, the lateral dimension of detector slot 8101 is smaller than that of detector slot 8102. For example, detector slot 8102 is suitable for placing a 14*17 inch or 17*17 inch X-ray detector, while detector slot 8101 is suitable for placing a 10*12 inch X-ray detector.

[0091] In this application, the detector bag holder 82 can be installed within the detector slot 810 with the smallest lateral dimension, for example, the detector bag holder 82 is installed within the detector slot 8101 with the smallest lateral dimension. This avoids the detector bag holder 82 occupying excessive space intended for placing the X-ray detector.

[0092] In this application, as Figure 8 As shown, even when the detector bag holder 82 is removed from the detector housing 81, the detector slot 8101 can still be used to accommodate the X-ray detector. Therefore, this application offers high flexibility.

[0093] The structure of the detector bag holder 82 has been described above. This application is not limited to this; the detector bag holder 82 may also have other shapes that can mate with the detector slot.

[0094] This application also provides a mobile x-ray imaging system.

[0095] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of a mobile X-ray imaging system. (Example) Figure 9 As shown, the mobile X-ray imaging system 9 includes an X-ray base station 90 and a detector bag holding device 80. For a description of the detector bag holding device 80, please refer to [link to description of the system]. Figures 4 to 8 Related explanations.

[0096] like Figure 9 As shown, the detector housing 81 of the detector bag holding device 80 can be installed on the rear side of the x-ray base station 90.

[0097] In one embodiment, the x-ray base station 90 may have a support arm 92 and a support column 93. The support arm 92 is vertically movable along the support column 93.

[0098] The mobile X-ray imaging system 9 may also include an X-ray detector 811, which may be housed in a detector slot 810 of a detector housing 81.

[0099] For descriptions of the X-ray base station 90, detector box 81, and X-ray detector 811, please refer to the aforementioned descriptions. Figure 3 Description of the X-ray base station 700, detector box 704 and digital X-ray detector 22.

[0100] The above embodiments are merely illustrative examples of embodiments of this application, but this application is not limited thereto, and appropriate modifications can be made based on the above embodiments. For example, the above embodiments can be used alone, or one or more of the above embodiments can be combined.

[0101] The present application has been described above with reference to specific embodiments. However, those skilled in the art should understand that these descriptions are exemplary and not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present application. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to the present application based on the principles thereof, and these modifications and variations are also within the scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A detector bag holding device, characterized in that, The device includes: A detector housing having at least two detector slots for accommodating X-ray detectors; and A detector bag holder is detachably mounted within at least one of the detector slots, the detector bag holder having a receiving space for accommodating a detector bag.

2. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The detector bag holder includes multiple plates that enclose the receiving space.

3. The apparatus as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The plurality of plates includes: The front plate is perpendicular to the bottom and side surfaces of the detector slot; A back panel that is parallel to the front panel; Two side panels, perpendicular to the front panel and connected to both the front and back panels; The base plate is perpendicular to both the front plate and the side plate, and is connected to the front plate, the back plate, and the side plate.

4. The apparatus as described in claim 3, characterized in that, In a first direction perpendicular to the base plate, the front plate extends to a position lower than the base plate.

5. The apparatus as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The detector bag holding device further includes: Mounting elements are connected to the detector bag holder and the detector housing.

6. The apparatus as claimed in claim 5, characterized in that, The detector bag holder also includes: The mounting portion is disposed on the side plate and located outside the receiving space. The mounting portion has a through hole that penetrates the mounting portion in a second direction perpendicular to the front plate. A portion of the mounting element passes through the through hole and is connected to the detector housing.

7. The apparatus as claimed in claim 6, characterized in that, The at least two detector slots are distributed in the second direction. The detector bag holder is disposed in the detector slot in the back plate closest to the detector housing in the second direction.

8. The apparatus as claimed in claim 7, characterized in that, The mounting element connects the mounting portion to the back plate of the detector housing through the through hole.

9. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The at least two detector slots have different lateral dimensions. The detector bag retainer is installed in the detector slot, which has the smallest lateral dimension.

10. A mobile X-ray imaging system, characterized in that, The mobile X-ray imaging system includes an X-ray base station and a detector bag holding device as described in any one of claims 1 to 9. The detector housing of the detector bag holding device is installed on the rear side of the X-ray base station.

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