Portable image display device and ultrasonic diagnostic system

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of ultrasonic detection, and provides a portable image display device and an ultrasonic diagnosis system. The portable image display device comprises a shell, a screen, a mainboard, a power supply and a heat dissipation plate; an opening type display area is arranged on the shell; the screen is installed on the display area of the shell; the heat dissipation plate is installed in the shell and is attached to a non-display surface of the screen; the mainboard and the power supply are installed on the side of the heat dissipation plate which is away from the screen; and the screen, the mainboard and the power supply are electrically connected. The portable image display device sets the heat dissipation plate in the shell, uses the heat dissipation plate as the installation main body of the screen, the power supply and the mainboard, and makes the heat dissipation plate serve as the installation frame and well dissipate the heat of the devices installed on the heat dissipation plate, so that the heat dissipation effect is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of ultrasonic testing technology, and more particularly to portable image display devices and ultrasonic diagnostic systems. Background Technology

[0002] In clinical applications, the large size of ultrasound diagnostic systems has become a significant bottleneck restricting their effectiveness. Firstly, poor spatial adaptability directly limits the application scenarios: large equipment requires fixed installation in examination rooms and is difficult for medical personnel to carry when traveling, especially in remote areas or disaster relief scenarios. Traditional ultrasound equipment, due to its bulky size, is difficult to deploy with mobile medical units, resulting in a lack of rapid on-site diagnostic capabilities and severely impacting emergency medical efficiency. Secondly, the portability deficiency leads to an imbalance in medical resource coverage. Primary healthcare institutions (such as community health service centers and township hospitals) generally face problems of small examination room areas and limited equipment procurement budgets. The deployment cost of large ultrasound equipment (including space modification, transportation, and installation) far exceeds its carrying capacity, forcing patients to concentrate in tertiary hospitals and exacerbating the uneven distribution of medical resources.

[0003] Manufacturers intend to reduce the size of related equipment, but there are also many problems in the process of reducing the size of ultrasonic equipment. For example, large equipment can be equipped with an independent cooling system for heat dissipation, but portable equipment often suffers from poor heat dissipation, which affects the normal operation of the equipment. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the related art. To this end, this application proposes a portable image display device, which uses a heat sink inside the housing as the mounting body for the screen, power supply, motherboard, etc., so that the heat sink can both serve as a mounting frame and effectively dissipate heat from the components mounted on it, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect.

[0005] This application also proposes an ultrasound diagnostic system.

[0006] A portable image display device according to a first aspect of this application includes: a housing, a screen, a motherboard, a power supply, and a heat sink; The housing has an open display area, and the screen is installed in the display area of ​​the housing; the heat sink is installed in the housing and is attached to the non-display side of the screen, and the motherboard and the power supply are installed on the side of the heat sink away from the screen; The screen, the motherboard, and the power supply are electrically connected.

[0007] According to one embodiment of this application, the housing includes an upper shell and a snap plate, the upper shell is provided with the display area, and the side of the upper shell opposite to the display area is set as an open mounting area; The buckle plate is fastened to the mounting area of ​​the upper shell to form a receiving cavity for accommodating internal components.

[0008] According to one embodiment of this application, a first heat dissipation hole is provided on the side wall of the upper shell connecting the display area and the mounting area, and the first heat dissipation hole and the heat sink are located at the same position in the thickness direction of the upper shell; and / or The buckle plate is provided with a second heat dissipation hole, which is located within the projection range of the heat dissipation plate on the buckle plate.

[0009] According to one embodiment of this application, the portable image display device further includes a fastener disposed on the side wall of the upper shell or the buckle plate.

[0010] According to one embodiment of this application, the fastener includes a fixing plate and a hook. The fixing plate is connected to the buckle plate. One end of the hook is connected to the fixing plate, and the other end extends in a direction parallel to the fixing plate, so that a groove is formed between the hook and the fixing plate.

[0011] According to one embodiment of this application, the number of hooks is set to two along the width direction of the fixing plate.

[0012] According to one embodiment of this application, the fastener is a strapping band or a binding rope.

[0013] According to one embodiment of this application, the portable image display device further includes a WiFi module electrically connected to the motherboard, the WiFi module being used to enhance the reception of wireless image transmission signals.

[0014] According to one embodiment of this application, the heat sink is a heat spreader made of metal.

[0015] According to one embodiment of this application, the screen is a MIPI screen.

[0016] An ultrasound diagnostic system according to a second aspect of this application includes an ultrasound acquisition device and the aforementioned portable image display device, wherein the portable image display device is communicatively connected to the ultrasound acquisition device.

[0017] According to one embodiment of this application, the ultrasound diagnostic system further includes an external display device, which is communicatively connected to the portable image display device.

[0018] According to one embodiment of this application, the external display device is AR glasses, AR helmet, computer monitor, or projector.

[0019] The above-described one or more technical solutions in the embodiments of this application have at least one of the following technical effects: The portable image display device incorporates a heat sink within its casing. The screen is attached to and secured to the heat sink, while the motherboard and power supply are also fixedly mounted on it. The heat sink not only serves as a mounting frame but also effectively dissipates heat from the screen, motherboard, and power supply. In particular, as a mounting frame, the heat sink allows for better contact and heat exchange with the components requiring cooling, enhancing the heat transfer effect. Compared to simply placing a heat sink within the casing, this achieves faster and more efficient heat dissipation. The aforementioned heat sink structure is relatively simple, effectively reducing the size of the portable image display device and improving its portability.

[0020] Additional aspects and advantages of this application 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 this application. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments or related technologies of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is an exploded structural diagram of the portable image display device provided in this application.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the portable image display device provided in this application (view from below).

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram (front view) of the portable image display device provided in this application.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram (rear view) of the portable image display device provided in this application.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram (side view) of the portable image display device provided in this application.

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram (top view) of the portable image display device provided in this application.

[0028] Figure 7This is a schematic diagram (bottom view) of the portable image display device provided in this application.

[0029] Figure label: 1. Housing; 11. Top shell; 111. First heat dissipation hole; 12. Buckle plate; 2. Screen; 3. Motherboard; 4. Power supply; 5. Heat sink; 6. Fixing component; 61. Fixing plate; 62. Hook; 71. Power switch; 72. WiFi signal interface; 73. Charging interface; 74. HDMI interface; 75. OTG interface; 76. Power indicator light. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this application, but should not be used to limit the scope of this application.

[0031] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0032] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0033] In the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0034] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "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 embodiments of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0035] A portable image display device according to an embodiment of the first aspect of this application, such as Figures 1 to 7 As shown, it includes: housing 1, screen 2, motherboard 3, power supply 4 and heat sink 5; the housing 1 is provided with an open display area, and the screen 2 is installed in the display area of ​​the housing 1; the heat sink 5 is installed in the housing 1 and is attached to the non-display surface of the screen 2, and the motherboard 3 and power supply 4 are installed on the side of the heat sink 5 away from the screen 2; the screen 2, motherboard 3 and power supply 4 are electrically connected (e.g., connected through signal lines).

[0036] The portable image display device of this application is small in size and can be carried directly by medical personnel when going out. It can be fixed to the waist and is convenient to carry and use.

[0037] The housing 1 has a rectangular parallelepiped structure. An open display area is provided on one side of the housing 1 for mounting the screen 2 to display images. Adhesive parts can be provided around the display area, meaning the screen 2 is fixed to the display area of ​​the housing 1 by adhesive. A heat sink 5 is attached to the back of the screen 2, providing a secure fit and a degree of fixation to the screen 2.

[0038] Mounting structures such as mounting holes and mounting posts can be provided on the heat sink 5 to fix the heat sink 5 in the housing 1 and fix the motherboard 3 and power supply 4 on the heat sink 5.

[0039] According to one embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 As shown, the housing 1 includes an upper shell 11 and a snap plate 12. The upper shell 11 is provided with a display area, and the side of the upper shell 11 opposite to the display area is provided as an open mounting area. The snap plate 12 is fastened to the mounting area of ​​the upper shell 11 to form a receiving cavity for accommodating internal components.

[0040] The housing 1 may include an upper shell 11 and a snap-on plate 12. The upper shell 11 is cuboid, with one side being the aforementioned open display area and the opposite side being an open mounting area. The snap-on plate 12 is mounted on the display area, thereby forming the complete housing 1.

[0041] Of course, in addition to the aforementioned “upper shell 11 + snap plate 12” method, the shell 1 can also be divided into two identical upper shell and lower shell, wherein the upper shell is provided with the aforementioned display area.

[0042] According to one embodiment of this application, a first heat dissipation hole 111 is provided on the side wall of the upper shell 11 that connects the display area and the mounting area. In the thickness direction of the upper shell 11, the first heat dissipation hole 111 and the heat sink 5 are located at the same position; and / or, a second heat dissipation hole is provided on the buckle 12, and the second heat dissipation hole is located within the projection range of the heat sink 5 on the buckle 12.

[0043] To improve the heat dissipation performance of the portable image display device, a first heat dissipation hole 111 can be provided on the upper shell 11. The side of the upper shell 11 where the screen 2 is mounted (i.e., the side where the display area is located) is the top surface, and the snap plate 12 is the bottom surface. The first heat dissipation hole 111 is then provided on the side of the upper shell 11. The first heat dissipation hole 111 can be provided on only one or two of the four sides, or it can be provided on all four sides. The height of the first heat dissipation hole 111 on the side is consistent with the height of the heat sink 5, to ensure that the heat from the heat sink 5 can dissipate more quickly from the first heat dissipation hole 111.

[0044] A second heat dissipation hole can also be further provided on the mounting plate 12. The position of the second heat dissipation hole corresponds to the position of the heat sink 5, so as to ensure that the heat of the heat sink 5 can be dissipated from the second heat dissipation hole more quickly.

[0045] In practical applications, dust filters can be added to the first heat dissipation hole 111 and the second heat dissipation hole to prevent foreign objects and dust from entering.

[0046] According to one embodiment of this application, the portable image display device further includes a fixing member 6 disposed on the side wall of the upper housing 11 or the buckle plate 12. Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the fastener 6 is installed on the buckle plate 12.

[0047] By setting fasteners 6 on the side wall of the upper shell 11 or on the buckle plate 12, the portable image display device can be easily fixed to medical personnel, making it easy to carry and use.

[0048] According to one embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1As shown, the fastener 6 includes a fixing plate 61 and a hook 62. The fixing plate 61 is connected to the buckle plate 12. One end of the hook 62 is connected to the fixing plate 61, and the other end extends in a direction parallel to the fixing plate 61, so that a groove is formed between the hook 62 and the fixing plate 61.

[0049] The fastener 6 can be in the form of "fixing plate 61 + hook 62". The fastener 6 can be an integral component. The fixing plate 61 is fixed to the buckle plate 12 by means of screws, snap-fit ​​or adhesive. The hook 62 and the fixing plate 61 form a slot. When carrying, the portable image display device can be fixed to the waist belt of medical staff by the hook 62. It is convenient to carry, reliable to fix and easy to take out.

[0050] The fastener 6 can be made of metal or plastic depending on the actual needs.

[0051] It should be noted that screw holes can be provided on the fixing plate 61 to facilitate the connection between the fixing plate 61 and the buckle plate 12 by screws. This not only ensures reliable fixing but also allows for the separate disassembly and replacement of the fixing component 6 if the hook 62 is damaged, reducing the operating cost of the portable image display device. The screw holes on the fixing plate 61 should be positioned to avoid obstructing the hook 62, thus preventing interference.

[0052] According to one embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 and Figure 7 As shown, the number of hooks 62 along the width direction of the fixing plate 61 is set to 2.

[0053] Along the width of the fixing plate 61, the number of hooks 62 is set to two or more to ensure good stability when the portable image display device is fixed on the waist belt of medical staff and to prevent the portable image display device from shaking.

[0054] According to one embodiment of this application, the fastener 6 is a strapping band or strapping rope (not shown in the figure).

[0055] The fastener 6 can also be in the form of a strap or rope, allowing the portable image display device to be easily strapped and secured to the waist or arm of a medical worker.

[0056] It should be understood that the fastener 6 can also take other forms, such as magnetic structure, snap-on structure, suction cup structure, etc.

[0057] According to one embodiment of this application, the portable image display device further includes a WiFi module electrically connected to the motherboard 3, the WiFi module being used to enhance the reception of wireless image transmission signals.

[0058] The portable image display device receives wireless image transmission signals (ultrasonic data) via a WiFi module, which includes a WiFi signal interface 72. Alternatively, data can be transmitted via a data cable connection.

[0059] According to one embodiment of this application, the heat sink 5 is a heat spreader made of metal.

[0060] The heat sink 5 can be in the form of a heat spreader or a blown plate, and the heat sink 5 can be made of copper, copper alloy, copper-aluminum alloy, etc.

[0061] Furthermore, heat pipes can be installed on the heat sink 5 to improve the overall temperature uniformity of the heat sink 5, prevent excessively high temperatures in localized areas of the heat sink 5, and thus improve the heat dissipation efficiency of the heat sink 5.

[0062] In some cases, a finned structure can be further provided inside the housing 1, and the finned structure is connected to the heat sink 5 to further improve the heat dissipation effect.

[0063] According to one embodiment of this application, screen 2 is a MIPI screen.

[0064] Screen 2 is a touch screen, which can display images and facilitate related operations by medical staff.

[0065] The portable image display device in this application embodiment is a mixed reality ultrasound imaging system based on wireless transmission technology. The operator only needs to wear smart ultrasound glasses (AR glasses) to integrate the real operating environment with the virtual operating object.

[0066] The software program of the portable image display device includes core embedded software, drivers, etc., which can support the Android system and has good scalability.

[0067] The portable image display device has two Wi-Fi signal interfaces and a power switch 71. The Wi-Fi signal interfaces are connected to the system motherboard 3 via two cables to enhance the reception of wireless ultrasound image signals or other wireless image transmission signals. The Wi-Fi signal interfaces can be externally mounted to prevent interference from the metal casing. The power switch 71 is connected to the battery (i.e., power source 4) via a power cord, and then the battery is connected to the power indicator light 76 (i.e., charging indicator light) via a cable, forming the entire rechargeable power module. Finally, it is connected to the system motherboard 3, thus providing power source 4 and a power switch for the motherboard 3 system, as well as providing a power signal to the power indicator light 76, allowing the power indicator light 76 to display the power status and charging progress.

[0068] The charging port 73 can be directly connected to the rechargeable power module. The HDMI port 74 can be connected to a computer monitor via a mini HDMI cable to transmit image signals to the monitor. A recessed area can be provided at the HDMI port 74 to prevent short mini HDMI cable connectors from being unable to fully insert into the HDMI port 74. The OTG port 75 can connect to AR glasses, allowing users to view the device's image signals through the AR glasses.

[0069] An ultrasound diagnostic system according to a second aspect of this application includes an ultrasound acquisition device and the aforementioned portable image display device, wherein the portable image display device is communicatively connected to the ultrasound acquisition device.

[0070] Ultrasound acquisition equipment can be an ultrasound probe. The acquired ultrasound signals are transmitted to a portable image display device for viewing by medical personnel.

[0071] Of course, an ultrasound diagnostic system may also include related equipment for data transmission.

[0072] According to one embodiment of this application, the ultrasound diagnostic system further includes an external display device, which is communicatively connected to a portable image display device.

[0073] Portable image display devices are small in size and have a small screen, allowing for connection to external display devices to transmit image information, magnify and display ultrasound images, and enable simultaneous display of images from multiple devices, making it easier for medical staff to view them carefully.

[0074] According to one embodiment of this application, the external display device is AR glasses, AR helmet, computer monitor, or projector.

[0075] When AR glasses and AR helmets are used as external display devices, ultrasound image data is projected into the operator's (e.g., medical staff's) field of vision without the need for head and eye movement. This will greatly solve the problems of hand-eye coordination, cable constraints, and limited operating space in traditional POCUS or interventional ultrasound. Due to its non-contact operation method, it can also avoid hospital-acquired infections to a certain extent, laying the equipment foundation for promoting the widespread use of ultrasound diagnostic and treatment system technology in clinical practice.

[0076] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate this application and are not intended to limit this application. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various combinations, modifications, or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions of this application do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this application and should be covered within the scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A portable image display device, characterized in that, include: The casing (1), screen (2), motherboard (3), power supply (4) and heat sink (5); The housing (1) is provided with an open display area, and the screen (2) is installed in the display area of ​​the housing (1); the heat sink (5) is installed in the housing (1) and is attached to the non-display surface of the screen (2); the motherboard (3) and the power supply (4) are installed on the side of the heat sink (5) away from the screen (2); The screen (2), the motherboard (3) and the power supply (4) are electrically connected.

2. The portable image display device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing (1) includes an upper shell (11) and a snap plate (12). The upper shell (11) is provided with the display area, and the side of the upper shell (11) opposite to the display area is set as an open mounting area. The buckle (12) is fastened to the mounting area of ​​the upper shell (11) to form a receiving cavity for accommodating internal components.

3. The portable image display device according to claim 2, characterized in that, A first heat dissipation hole (111) is provided on the side wall of the upper shell (11) connecting the display area and the mounting area. In the thickness direction of the upper shell (11), the first heat dissipation hole (111) and the heat sink (5) are located at the same position; and / or The buckle plate (12) is provided with a second heat dissipation hole, which is located within the projection range of the heat dissipation plate (5) on the buckle plate (12).

4. The portable image display device according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes fasteners (6) disposed on the side wall of the upper shell (11) or the buckle plate (12).

5. The portable image display device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The fastener (6) includes a fixing plate (61) and a hook (62). The fixing plate (61) is connected to the buckle plate (12). One end of the hook (62) is connected to the fixing plate (61), and the other end extends in a direction parallel to the fixing plate (61), so that a groove is formed between the hook (62) and the fixing plate (61).

6. The portable image display device according to claim 5, characterized in that, Along the width direction of the fixing plate (61), the number of hooks (62) is set to 2.

7. The portable image display device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The fastener (6) is a strapping band or a rope.

8. The portable image display device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, It also includes a WiFi module electrically connected to the motherboard (3), the WiFi module being used to enhance the reception of wireless image transmission signals.

9. The portable image display device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The heat sink (5) is a heat spreader made of metal.

10. The portable image display device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The screen (2) is a MIPI screen.

11. An ultrasound diagnostic system, characterized in that, It includes an ultrasonic acquisition device and a portable image display device as described in any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the portable image display device is communicatively connected to the ultrasonic acquisition device.

12. The ultrasound diagnostic system according to claim 11, characterized in that, It also includes an external display device, which is communicatively connected to the portable image display device.

13. The ultrasound diagnostic system according to claim 12, characterized in that, The external display device is AR glasses, AR helmet, computer monitor, or projector.

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