A visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning

Abstract

This utility model relates to the technical field of ear canal cleaning equipment, specifically an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning, including a protective handle, a visual imaging mechanism, an illumination mechanism, and an ear pick adjustment mechanism. The visual imaging mechanism is fixedly connected to one side inside the protective handle, and the illumination mechanism is fixedly connected to the other side inside the protective handle. In this utility model, through the setting of an imaging system and LED cold light source illumination, a high-definition camera combined with a high-performance imaging system can provide clear, high-resolution images of the ear canal, allowing users to accurately observe minute conditions within the ear canal, including minor lesions and the precise location of earwax. The LED cold light source illumination is not only sufficiently bright but also generates little heat, evenly illuminating all corners of the ear canal and effectively eliminating shadow areas, greatly improving the safety and accuracy of ear canal cleaning. During ear canal cleaning, the location of earwax can be clearly seen, avoiding blind operation and damage to the ear canal.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ear canal cleaning equipment technology, and in particular to an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning. Background Technology

[0002] With increasing health awareness, the demand for ear cleaning tools is rising. Traditional ear picks cannot allow users to see inside the ear canal, and during cleaning, even slight carelessness can damage the ear canal mucosa or even the eardrum, especially for children, the elderly, and other people with sensitive ears, who are at higher risk. At the same time, medical professionals need clearer and more convenient auxiliary tools to improve diagnostic accuracy during ear examinations. Against this backdrop, developing a device that enables visualized ear canal cleaning has become an inevitable trend, leading to the development of the ear canal cleaning auxiliary visual otoscope, which meets the dual needs of daily cleaning for the general public and professional medical examinations.

[0003] When existing technical solutions are used,

[0004] (1) The lack of a visual imaging system or the low resolution of the imaging system makes it difficult to clearly present the fine structures and lesions in the ear canal. The connection and transmission of the imaging system are unstable, and the connection line is prone to falling off, resulting in imaging failure. The lighting effect is poor, and the heat of the lighting lamp can easily affect the patient's ear canal.

[0005] (2) The adjustment effect of the ear pick is poor and it is difficult to adjust according to the actual needs of the patient. Most of them use an integrated connection, making it difficult to change different ear canal cleaning devices. Furthermore, the entire device needs to be replaced when the ear pick is replaced.

[0006] To address the above problems, this utility model provides an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning. Utility Model Content

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems of imperfect imaging systems and inconvenient adjustment of ear picks in the existing technology, and to propose an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning, comprising a protective handle, a visual imaging mechanism, an illumination mechanism, and a cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism. The visual imaging mechanism is fixedly connected to one side inside the protective handle, the illumination mechanism is fixedly connected to the other side inside the protective handle, and the cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism is fixedly connected to the top of the protective handle. The visual imaging mechanism includes a fixed support plate fixedly connected to the inside of the protective handle. An imaging system is fixedly connected to one side of the fixed support plate, and a high-definition camera is fixedly connected to the top of the imaging system. The high-definition camera is embedded in one side of the top of the fixed support plate.

[0009] Furthermore, a connecting line is fixedly connected to the bottom of the imaging system, a protective ring is sleeved on the outer surface of the connecting line, an imaging display is fixedly connected to the far end of the connecting line, and an anti-slip base is fixedly connected to the bottom of the imaging display.

[0010] Furthermore, the top of the protective ring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the imaging system, and a connecting fastener is sleeved on the outer surface of the protective ring. Connecting parts are threaded to both sides of the connecting fastener, and the connecting fastener is sleeved on the outer surface of the protective ring through the connecting parts.

[0011] Furthermore, the lighting mechanism includes a sliding hole groove formed on one side of the fixed support plate and the protective hand handle, and the lighting mechanism includes a lighting system fixedly connected to the other side of the fixed support plate, with an LED cold light source fixedly connected to the top of the lighting system.

[0012] Furthermore, a controller is slidably connected to the outer surface of the lighting system, and the outer surface of the controller is fixedly connected with anti-slip texture. The controller is slidably connected to the outer surface of the protective hand handle through a sliding groove.

[0013] Furthermore, the cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism includes a connecting plate fixedly connected to the center of the top of the fixed support plate, an adjusting telescopic column fixedly connected to the top of the connecting plate, and a threaded end fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the adjusting telescopic column.

[0014] Furthermore, a connector is threaded onto the outer surface of the threaded opening, and a flexible silicone ear spoon is fixedly connected to the top of the connector.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] 1. In this utility model, through the setting of an imaging system and LED cold light source illumination, a high-definition camera paired with a high-performance imaging system can provide clear, high-resolution images of the ear canal, allowing users to accurately observe the subtle conditions inside the ear canal, including minute lesions and the precise location of earwax. The LED cold light source illumination is not only bright but also generates little heat, and can evenly illuminate all corners of the ear canal, effectively eliminating shadow areas and greatly improving the safety and accuracy of ear canal cleaning. When cleaning the ear canal, users can clearly see the location of earwax, avoiding blind operation that could damage the ear canal. At the same time, the protective ring, connecting fixation device, and other structures ensure the stability of the imaging system's connection and transmission, reducing imaging failures caused by connection cable problems.

[0017] 2. In this utility model, the flexible silicone ear pick and the adjustable telescopic column are designed to minimize the risk of damage to the ear canal mucosa during cleaning. The flexible silicone ear pick is soft and greatly reduces the risk of damage during cleaning. The adjustable telescopic column can be flexibly adjusted according to the ear canal depth of different users to ensure that the ear pick can accurately reach the position in the ear canal that needs cleaning, thereby improving the cleaning effect. Moreover, the ear pick and the adjustment mechanism are connected by a threaded detachable method, which makes it convenient to replace different types of cleaning ear picks according to actual needs without replacing the whole device, thus reducing the cost of use and improving the practicality and adaptability of the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning is provided for this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This utility model provides a structural schematic diagram of a flexible silicone ear spoon in an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning;

[0020] Figure 3 This utility model proposes an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning. Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A;

[0021] Figure 4 This invention provides a schematic diagram of the imaging system in an ear canal cleaning-assisted visual otoscope.

[0022] Figure 5 This utility model provides a structural diagram of a connecting and fixing device in an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning;

[0023] Figure 6 This utility model proposes an auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning. Figure 5 Enlarged diagram of point B.

[0024] Legend:

[0025] 1. Protective handle; 2. Visual imaging mechanism; 21. Fixed support plate; 22. Imaging system; 23. High-definition camera; 24. Connecting cable; 25. Protective ring; 26. Imaging display; 27. Anti-slip base; 28. Connecting fastener; 29. ​​Connector; 3. Lighting mechanism; 31. Sliding slot; 32. Lighting system; 33. LED cold light source lighting; 34. Controller; 35. Anti-slip texture; 4. Cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism; 41. Connecting plate; 42. Adjustable telescopic column; 43. Threaded port; 44. Connector; 45. Flexible silicone ear spoon. Detailed Implementation

[0026] Please see Figure 1-6This utility model provides a technical solution: an ear canal cleaning auxiliary visual otoscope, including a protective handle 1, a visual imaging mechanism 2, an illumination mechanism 3 and a cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism 4. The visual imaging mechanism 2 is fixedly connected to one side inside the protective handle 1, the illumination mechanism 3 is fixedly connected to the other side inside the protective handle 1, and the cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism 4 is fixedly connected to the top of the protective handle 1.

[0027] The following section will explain the specific setup and function of its visual imaging mechanism 2, lighting mechanism 3, and cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism 4.

[0028] In this embodiment: the visual imaging mechanism 2 includes a fixed support plate 21 fixedly connected inside the protective hand handle 1, an imaging system 22 fixedly connected to one side of the fixed support plate 21, and a high-definition camera 23 fixedly connected to the top of the imaging system 22. The high-definition camera 23 is embedded in one side of the top of the fixed support plate 21.

[0029] The effects achieved by the above components are as follows: the high-definition camera 23 has high pixel count and good light sensitivity, and can capture clear and detailed image information inside the ear canal. The imaging system 22 processes and analyzes the image data collected by the high-definition camera 23 and converts it into an image signal that can be observed, laying the foundation for a clear display on the imaging display 26.

[0030] Specifically, the bottom of the imaging system 22 is fixedly connected to a connecting line 24, the outer surface of the connecting line 24 is fitted with a protective ring 25, the far end of the connecting line 24 is fixedly connected to an imaging display 26, and the bottom of the imaging display 26 is fixedly connected to an anti-slip base 27.

[0031] The effects achieved by the above components are as follows: the imaging display 26 is equipped with a high-resolution display screen, which can clearly and accurately display the image inside the ear canal; the anti-slip base 27 increases the friction between the imaging display 26 and the desktop or other supporting surface when it is placed, making it more stable during use and less likely to slide or tip over, thus ensuring the convenience and accuracy of the user in observing the image.

[0032] Specifically, the top of the protective ring 25 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the imaging system 22, and a connecting fastener 28 is sleeved on the outer surface of the protective ring 25. Connecting pieces 29 are threadedly connected to both sides of the connecting fastener 28, and the connecting fastener 28 is sleeved on the outer surface of the protective ring 25 through the connecting pieces 29.

[0033] The effect achieved by the above components is as follows: by rotating the connector 29, the position and tightness of the connector 28 on the protective ring 25 can be adjusted. When the connecting wire 24 becomes loose or needs to be adjusted, the connector 28 can be used to firmly fix it in a suitable position, preventing the connecting wire 24 from shaking or getting tangled during use, which would affect the normal use and ease of operation of the equipment.

[0034] Specifically, the lighting mechanism 3 includes a sliding hole groove 31 opened on one side of the fixed support plate 21 and the protective hand handle 1, and the lighting mechanism 3 includes a lighting system 32 fixedly connected to the other side of the fixed support plate 21. An LED cold light source lighting 33 is fixedly connected to the top of the lighting system 32.

[0035] The effect achieved by the above components is that users can flexibly adjust the direction and range of lighting according to the actual situation of the ear canal and the observation needs, ensuring that all parts of the ear canal can be fully illuminated, eliminating lighting dead spots, and LED cold light source lighting 33 has the advantages of high luminous efficiency and low heat generation.

[0036] Specifically, the outer surface of the lighting system 32 is slidably connected to the controller 34, the outer surface of the controller 34 is fixedly connected to the anti-slip texture 35, and the controller 34 is slidably connected to the outer surface of the protective hand handle 1 through the sliding hole groove 31.

[0037] The above components achieve the following effects: they enable the adjustment of the brightness of the LED cold light source 33, and the anti-slip texture 35 increases the friction between the finger and the controller 34, making the user more stable and accurate in operation. Even if the hands are sweaty, the user can easily control the device and avoid affecting the lighting effect due to operational errors.

[0038] Specifically, the cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism 4 includes a connecting plate 41 fixedly connected to the top center of the fixed support plate 21, an adjusting telescopic column 42 fixedly connected to the top of the connecting plate 41, and a threaded port 43 fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the adjusting telescopic column 42.

[0039] The effect achieved by the above components is that users can flexibly adjust their length according to different ear canal depths and actual cleaning needs. By stretching or contracting the telescopic column 42, the cleaning ear pick can accurately reach the position in the ear canal that needs cleaning, improving the effectiveness and targeting of cleaning.

[0040] Specifically, a connector 44 is threaded onto the outer surface of the threaded port 43, and a flexible silicone ear spoon 45 is fixedly connected to the top of the connector 44.

[0041] The effects achieved by the above components are as follows: the ear pick can be easily replaced by rotating the connector 44, which improves the versatility and adaptability of the device; the flexible silicone ear pick 45 is made of soft silicone material, which is gentle and has minimal irritation to the ear canal mucosa. When cleaning the ear canal, it can effectively avoid damage to the ear canal caused by the ear pick being too hard, thus improving the safety and comfort of the cleaning process.

[0042] Working principle: When using this ear canal cleaning auxiliary visual otoscope, first connect the imaging display 26 to the imaging system 22 through the connecting cable 24, and ensure that the anti-slip base 27 is placed stably in a suitable position. Turn on the power of the device, and the LED cold light source illumination 33 will start to work, providing illumination to the inside of the ear canal. The user can slide along the sliding hole groove 31 through the controller 34 and adjust the brightness of the LED cold light source illumination 33 as needed to obtain the best lighting conditions in the ear canal.

[0043] The high-definition camera 23 collects image information from inside the ear canal and transmits it to the imaging system 22. The imaging system 22 processes and analyzes the image data and then transmits the processed image signal to the imaging display 26 via the connecting cable 24. The user can clearly see the situation inside the ear canal on the screen of the imaging display 26.

[0044] Based on the ear canal depth and cleaning needs displayed on the imaging display 26, the user can stretch or retract the telescopic column 42 to bring the flexible silicone ear pick 45 to the appropriate cleaning position. During the cleaning process, because the flexible silicone ear pick 45 is soft, it will not damage the ear canal mucosa. If it is necessary to change to a different type of cleaning ear pick, simply rotate the connector 44 to remove it from the threaded port 43 and then install the new ear pick. The entire cleaning process is carried out under visual guidance, which greatly improves the safety and effectiveness of ear canal cleaning.

Claims

1. An auxiliary visual otoscope for ear canal cleaning, comprising a protective handle (1), a visual imaging mechanism (2), an illumination mechanism (3), and a cleaning ear pick adjustment mechanism (4), characterized in that: The visual imaging mechanism (2) is fixedly connected to one side inside the protective handle (1), the lighting mechanism (3) is fixedly connected to the other side inside the protective handle (1), the cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism (4) is fixedly connected to the top of the protective handle (1), the visual imaging mechanism (2) includes a fixed support plate (21) fixedly connected to the inside of the protective handle (1), an imaging system (22) is fixedly connected to one side of the fixed support plate (21), a high-definition camera (23) is fixedly connected to the top of the imaging system (22), and the high-definition camera (23) is embedded in one side of the top of the fixed support plate (21).

2. The ear canal cleaning auxiliary visual otoscope according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the imaging system (22) is fixedly connected to a connecting line (24), and a protective ring (25) is sleeved on the outer surface of the connecting line (24). The far end of the connecting line (24) is fixedly connected to an imaging display (26), and the bottom of the imaging display (26) is fixedly connected to an anti-slip base (27).

3. The ear canal cleaning auxiliary visual otoscope according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the protective ring (25) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the imaging system (22). A connecting fastener (28) is sleeved on the outer surface of the protective ring (25). Connecting pieces (29) are threaded on both sides of the connecting fastener (28). The connecting fastener (28) is sleeved on the outer surface of the protective ring (25) through the connecting pieces (29).

4. The ear canal cleaning auxiliary visual otoscope according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lighting mechanism (3) includes a sliding slot (31) formed on one side of the fixed support plate (21) and the protective hand handle (1). The lighting mechanism (3) includes a lighting system (32) fixedly connected to the other side of the fixed support plate (21). An LED cold light source (33) is fixedly connected to the top of the lighting system (32).

5. The ear canal cleaning auxiliary visual otoscope according to claim 4, characterized in that: The outer surface of the lighting system (32) is slidably connected to a controller (34), and the outer surface of the controller (34) is fixedly connected to an anti-slip texture (35). The controller (34) is slidably connected to the outer surface of the protective hand handle (1) through a sliding groove (31).

6. The ear canal cleaning auxiliary visual otoscope according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cleaning ear spoon adjustment mechanism (4) includes a connecting plate (41) fixedly connected to the top center of the fixed support plate (21), and an adjusting telescopic column (42) is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting plate (41). The telescopic end of the adjusting telescopic column (42) is fixedly connected to a threaded port (43).

7. The ear canal cleaning auxiliary visual otoscope according to claim 6, characterized in that: The outer surface of the threaded opening (43) is threaded with a connector (44), and a flexible silicone ear spoon (45) is fixedly connected to the top of the connector (44).

Images