An imaging device and imaging system

Abstract

The utility model discloses an imaging equipment and imaging system relates to image processing field is equipped with multiple optical detection components, realizes the image processing of multiple mode, this imaging equipment and mobile terminal detachable connection, when imaging equipment and mobile terminal connect, multiplex mobile terminal's power module and display module, because imaging equipment itself does not need to integrate built-in battery and display screen again, make its structure simplification, volume and weight significantly reduce, and then promoted the portability of imaging equipment. When working, the imaging equipment is directly powered by the power module of the mobile terminal, and the user does not need to charge it alone, not only prolongs the effective working time of the imaging equipment, but also solves the problem that the imaging equipment cannot be used due to the depletion of the built-in battery in the field or in the scene without stable power supply, and improves the endurance of the imaging equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of image processing, and in particular to an imaging device and imaging system. Background Technology

[0002] Imagers, as devices integrating multispectral information acquisition and display functions, are widely used in security monitoring, field exploration, and emergency rescue. To meet the observation needs of complex environments, existing imagers typically integrate multiple optical detector modules and are equipped with displays for real-time information viewing and interaction. These functional modules all rely on built-in battery modules for power, resulting in significantly increased power consumption during continuous operation, especially when multiple functions are activated simultaneously. This leads to rapid battery depletion and a drastically shortened battery life. Users need to frequently charge the device or replace the battery, and in the field or in scenarios lacking a stable power source, the inconvenience of charging can easily render the imager unusable.

[0003] Therefore, how to provide a solution to the above-mentioned technical problems is a problem that needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an imaging device and imaging system. When in operation, the imaging device is directly powered by the power supply module of the mobile terminal, and the user does not need to charge it separately. This not only extends the effective working time of the imaging device, but also solves the problem that the imaging device cannot be used due to the depletion of the built-in battery in the field or in the absence of a stable power source, thereby improving the battery life of the imaging device.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides an imaging device for connecting to a mobile terminal, wherein the mobile terminal includes a terminal interface, a display module, and a power supply module; the imaging device includes a device interface and multiple types of optical detection components, and the imaging device is detachably connected to the terminal interface of the mobile terminal through the device interface;

[0006] When the imaging device is connected to the mobile terminal, the power supply module and the display module are triggered, causing the power supply module to transmit electrical energy to the imaging device and the display module to display the image data acquired by the optical detection component.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides an imaging system, comprising:

[0008] The terminal interface, display module, and power supply module located in the mobile terminal;

[0009] An imaging device, including a device interface and various optical detection components, wherein the imaging device is detachably connected to the terminal interface of the mobile terminal through the device interface;

[0010] When the imaging device is connected to the mobile terminal, the power supply module and the display module are triggered, causing the power supply module to transmit electrical energy to the imaging device and the display module to display the image data acquired by the optical detection component.

[0011] Optionally, an independent power supply path is provided between the device interface and each of the optical detection components;

[0012] The imaging device also includes:

[0013] The processing module is connected to the device interface and multiple power supply paths. When the imaging device is connected to the mobile terminal, the processing module is triggered, allowing the processing module to selectively activate at least one of the power supply paths so that the power supply module can supply power to the corresponding optical detection components through the activated power supply path.

[0014] Optionally, the processing module includes a processor and a controllable switch disposed on each of the power supply paths, wherein the controllable switch is turned on when a conduction signal is received and turned off when the conduction signal is not received;

[0015] The processor includes multiple signal output terminals, each of which is connected to a corresponding controllable switch. When the imaging device is connected to the mobile terminal, the processor is triggered, causing it to output the conduction signal through at least one of the signal output terminals.

[0016] Optionally, the plurality of controllable switches may include a default switch;

[0017] When the mobile terminal and the imaging device are connected, the default switch is triggered, which turns on the power supply path where the default switch is located.

[0018] Optionally, the processor is located on any of the power supply paths.

[0019] Optionally, the multiple types of optical detection components include a laser detection component, and the processor is an ARM processor;

[0020] The ARM processor is located on the power supply path between the laser detection component and the device interface.

[0021] Optionally, the imaging device further includes:

[0022] The conversion module includes a first end and multiple second ends. The first end of the conversion module is used to connect to the mobile terminal, and the multiple second ends of the conversion module are connected one-to-one with multiple types of optical detection components.

[0023] When the mobile terminal outputs a first signal, the conversion module is triggered, causing the conversion module to output a second signal through the corresponding second terminal; when the optical detection component outputs a second signal, the conversion module is triggered, causing the conversion module to output a first signal through the first terminal; the first signal is a signal that meets the processing requirements of the mobile terminal, and the second signal is a signal that meets the processing requirements of the optical detection component.

[0024] Optionally, the conversion module includes a first conversion unit and a plurality of second conversion units, wherein a first end of the first conversion unit serves as a first end of the conversion module, and a plurality of second ends of the first conversion unit are connected one-to-one with the first ends of the plurality of second conversion units, and the second ends of the plurality of second conversion units serve as a plurality of second ends of the conversion module.

[0025] Optionally, the imaging device further includes a housing, inside which various optical detection components are disposed.

[0026] Optionally, the optical detection components include at least two of the following: infrared detection components, low-light detection components, visible light detection components, and laser detection components.

[0027] This application provides an imaging device and system, including multiple types of optical detection components to achieve image processing in various modes. The imaging device is detachably connected to a mobile terminal. When connected, the imaging device reuses the mobile terminal's power supply module and display module. Since the imaging device itself no longer needs to integrate a built-in battery and display screen, its structure is simplified, and its size and weight are significantly reduced, thereby improving its portability. During operation, the imaging device is directly powered by the mobile terminal's power supply module, eliminating the need for separate charging by the user. This not only extends the effective working time of the imaging device but also solves the problem of the imaging device becoming unusable due to the depletion of its built-in battery in outdoor or unstable power supply scenarios, thus improving the imaging device's battery life. Attached Figure Description

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first imaging system provided by this utility model;

[0030] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second imaging system provided by this utility model;

[0031] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the third imaging system provided by this utility model;

[0032] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fourth imaging system provided by this utility model;

[0033] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fifth imaging system provided by this utility model;

[0034] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the sixth imaging system provided by this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The core of this utility model is to provide an imaging device and imaging system. When in operation, the imaging device is directly powered by the power supply module of the mobile terminal, and the user does not need to charge it separately. This not only extends the effective working time of the imaging device, but also solves the problem that the imaging device cannot be used due to the depletion of the built-in battery in the field or in the absence of a stable power source, thus improving the battery life of the imaging device.

[0036] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0037] Please refer to Figure 1 This application provides an imaging system, comprising:

[0038] The mobile terminal includes a terminal interface 11, a display module 12, and a power supply module 13.

[0039] Imaging device 2 includes device interface 21 and various optical detection components 22. Imaging device 2 is detachably connected to terminal interface 11 of mobile terminal through device interface 21.

[0040] When the imaging device 2 is connected to the mobile terminal, the power supply module 13 and the display module 12 are triggered, causing the power supply module 13 to transmit electrical energy to the imaging device and the display module 12 to display the image data acquired by the optical detection component 22.

[0041] Imaging device 2 establishes a detachable connection with terminal interface 11 of mobile terminal through its device interface 21. This connection can be achieved through standardized physical plug-in methods (such as USB-C, Lightning interfaces and / or connecting cables), or through wireless communication interfaces (such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, etc.) to establish mechanical and electrical coupling.

[0042] In this embodiment, the imaging device 2 includes various optical detection components 22, each corresponding to a different optical detection mode, including but not limited to: laser detection mode, low-light detection mode, and visible light detection mode. These optical detection components 22 are all electrically connected to the device interface 21 and can switch operating modes according to different usage environment requirements. For example, in low-light conditions, the low-light detection mode can be enabled to enhance image acquisition; in scenarios requiring depth information, the laser detection mode can be switched to; and under normal lighting conditions, the visible light detection mode can be used.

[0043] The mobile terminal comprises three main parts: a display module 12, a power supply module 13, and a terminal interface 11. The display module 12, power supply module 13, and terminal interface 11 are interconnected through the internal circuitry of the mobile terminal, forming a complete signal transmission and power supply path.

[0044] When the imaging device 2 and the mobile terminal establish a connection through the interface, a power supply path is formed from the power supply module 13 to the imaging device 2, enabling the power supply module 13 of the mobile terminal to transmit the electrical energy required for operation to the imaging device 2; at the same time, a data transmission path is formed from the optical detection component 22 to the display module 12, enabling the image data acquired by the optical detection component 22 to be transmitted to the display module 12 for display in real time.

[0045] It should be noted that both the display module 12 and the power supply module 13 are existing functional modules of the mobile terminal. The mobile terminal can specifically be a PC, smartphone, or tablet computer. Correspondingly, the display module 12 is the original display screen of the mobile terminal, and the power supply module 13 is the battery module built into the mobile terminal. This embodiment fully reuses the existing hardware resources of the mobile terminal, using the battery module built into the mobile terminal (such as a mobile phone or PC) as the power source. This eliminates the need for a separate dedicated power supply system for the imaging device 2, effectively reducing the size, weight, and manufacturing cost of the imaging device 2. Simultaneously, by using the high-definition display screen of the mobile terminal as the image display carrier, a dedicated display unit is eliminated, simplifying the system structure and significantly improving user portability and integrated user experience, thus expanding the functional application scenarios of the mobile terminal. Based on the above embodiment:

[0046] Please refer to Figure 2In one exemplary embodiment, an independent power supply path is provided between the device interface 21 and each optical detection component 22;

[0047] Imaging device 2 also includes:

[0048] The processing module 23 is connected to the device interface 21 and multiple power supply paths. When the imaging device 2 is connected to the mobile terminal, the processing module 23 is triggered, which allows the processing module 23 to selectively turn on at least one power supply path so that the power supply module 13 can supply power to the corresponding optical detection component 22 through the turned-on power supply path.

[0049] In this embodiment, an independent power supply path is provided between the device interface 21 and each optical detection component 22, and the initial state of each power supply path is disconnected. The processing module 23 is connected to both the device interface 21 and the power supply path. When the device interface 21 is connected to the terminal interface 11, the power supply module 13 supplies power to the processing module 23, triggering the processing module 23 to enter the working state. Based on its physical connection relationship with each power supply path, the processing module 23 can selectively connect at least one power supply path, thereby enabling the power supply module 13 to provide directional power supply to the optical detection component 22 connected to the connected power supply path through the connected power supply path.

[0050] In this embodiment, an independent power supply path is provided between the device interface 21 and each optical detection component 22, and all paths remain initially disconnected. This physical connection structure ensures the independence of each optical detection component 22 in terms of power supply. When the processing module 23 is triggered to operate, it controls the conduction of specific power supply paths through its physical connection with each power supply path. This ensures that the power supply module 13 only provides power to the optical detection component 22 that needs to operate at the moment, while other non-operating optical detection components 22 are isolated from power supply because their corresponding power supply paths remain physically disconnected. This structural design based on independent power supply paths and physical connections effectively avoids standby power consumption from non-operating components, reduces system power consumption, and improves energy efficiency.

[0051] The processing module 23 can be implemented by components, chips, circuits or combinations thereof with the above functions, such as electronic switching components, power management chips, etc., which can be selected according to actual engineering needs. This embodiment does not make specific limitations here.

[0052] Please refer to Figure 3 In an exemplary embodiment, the processing module 23 includes a processor 231 and a controllable switch P disposed on each power supply path. The controllable switch P is turned on when it receives a conduction signal and turned off when it does not receive a conduction signal.

[0053] The processor 231 includes multiple signal output terminals, which are connected one-to-one with multiple controllable switches P. When the imaging device 2 is connected to the mobile terminal, the processor 231 is triggered, causing the processor 231 to output a conduction signal through at least one signal output terminal.

[0054] In this embodiment, the processing module 23 is constructed from a processor 231 and multiple controllable switches P, which are arranged one-to-one on multiple power supply paths. The signal output terminal of the processor 231 establishes a control connection with the control terminal of the controllable switch P on each power supply path through a preset communication link. This communication link is preferably a hard-wired connection, such as a one-to-one physical line; as an optional alternative, the communication link can also be a wireless communication connection based on a specific protocol.

[0055] When the imaging device 2 connects to the mobile terminal via the device interface 21, the power supply module 13 supplies power to the processor 231, which is then triggered to enter the working state. The processor 231 sends a drive signal to the control terminal of at least one controllable switch P via the aforementioned communication link through at least one of its signal output terminals. After receiving a valid drive signal, the controllable switch P changes from its default off state to an on state, thereby connecting the power supply path it is in. Controllable switches P that do not receive a drive signal remain physically off.

[0056] This embodiment employs a combination of processor 231 and controllable switch P. Through the connection of hardware circuits, it achieves independent on / off control of multiple power supply paths, ensuring that electrical energy is delivered to the designated optical detection component 22 only through the activated power supply path. Other optical detection components 22 are completely isolated from the power supply module 13 because their respective power supply paths remain physically disconnected. This control structure based on physical connections avoids parasitic power consumption of non-operating optical detection components 22 at the hardware level, while the distributed switch layout improves the reliability and accuracy of power supply control.

[0057] As an optional embodiment, the processor 231 further includes a first signal receiver connected to a specific pin of the device interface 21 for receiving a first mode selection signal output by the mobile terminal through the pin, so as to determine the second end of the output conduction signal based on the first mode selection signal.

[0058] As an alternative embodiment, the imaging device 2 also includes a physical mode selection button disposed on its housing. The processor 231 further includes a second signal receiver, which establishes an electrical connection with the contacts of the mode selection button via internal physical wiring, for receiving a second mode selection signal generated by the user operating the button. When the user triggers the mode selection button, a specific level change or pulse signal is generated. The internal circuitry of the processor 231 determines the power supply path to be activated based on the characteristics of the detected second mode selection signal and outputs a corresponding activation signal. This structure provides the user with a physical operation method to directly control the operating mode at the device end, enhancing the flexibility and convenience of device use.

[0059] It should be noted that the first signal receiver and the second signal receiver can be set independently and connected to the outside through different physical pins; or they can be integrated into the processor 231 and distinguished from signals from different sources through internal circuitry. This configuration of the two signal receivers allows the processing module 23 to obtain mode selection instructions through different physical channels, improving the flexibility of the imaging device 2.

[0060] As an alternative embodiment, the processing module 23 can also consist of a multiplexer circuit, a trigger circuit, and a controllable switch P located on each power supply path. The controllable switch P conducts when it receives a conduction signal and is de-energized when it does not receive a conduction signal. The signal input terminal of the multiplexer circuit is connected to the device interface 21, and its multiple output terminals are connected one-to-one to the controllable switches P on each power supply path. The input terminal of the trigger circuit is connected to the power supply pin of the device interface 21, and its output terminal is connected to the enable terminal of the multiplexer circuit. When the device interface 21 is connected to the terminal interface 11, the power supplied by the power supply module 13 first activates the trigger circuit, which in turn triggers the multiplexer circuit to enter the working state. At this time, the target channel of the multiplexer circuit is set by a specific signal line or level state in the device interface 21, causing its corresponding output terminal to output a drive signal, thereby activating the controllable switch P on the target power supply path. This structure achieves path selection through a fixed logic circuit without the need for software intervention.

[0061] In one exemplary embodiment, a default switch is included among the plurality of controllable switches P;

[0062] When the mobile terminal and imaging device 2 are connected, the default switch is triggered, which turns on the power supply path where the default switch is located.

[0063] In this embodiment, one of the multiple controllable switches P may be a default switch. When the mobile terminal and the imaging device 2 establish a physical connection, the default switch is triggered, causing its power supply path to be turned on first. This connection structure enables the system to automatically prioritize displaying image data acquired by the optical detection component 22 connected to the power supply path of the default switch during the power-on initialization phase, providing users with immediate basic visual information.

[0064] The specific implementation of the default switch can be selected according to actual engineering needs. As an optional embodiment, the default switch uses an electronic switching element with a power-on default conduction characteristic. For example, a switching circuit composed of P-MOSFETs is set on a specified power supply path, and a specific bias circuit is formed by configuring the pull-up or pull-down resistors of its gate. When the system is powered on, before the processor 231 has completed initialization or output a control signal, the MOSFET automatically enters the conduction state due to the bias voltage established between its gate and source, thereby prioritizing the establishment of a power supply connection for the corresponding optical detection component 22.

[0065] As an alternative embodiment, the processor 231 has multiple signal output terminals, including a first signal output terminal and a second signal output terminal with different timing characteristics. The first signal output terminal is directly connected to the control terminal of the default switch, while the second signal output terminal is connected to the control terminal of a non-default switch. When the system connection is established, the processor 231 is triggered to operate. Its internal circuit structure ensures that the first signal output terminal outputs a conduction signal before the second signal output terminal, thus turning on the default switch before other switches. This hardware design based on signal output timing achieves sequential control of power supply through the inherent characteristics of the processor 231's internal circuitry.

[0066] Using the circuit structure of the above embodiment, when the imaging device 2 and the mobile terminal are connected, it can immediately enter a preset basic working mode (such as infrared detection mode) to provide users with immediate basic functions. At the same time, after the processor 231 is started, it can still take over and manage the on / off state of the power supply path by outputting control signals.

[0067] In one exemplary embodiment, the processor 231 is located on any power supply path.

[0068] In this embodiment, the processor 231 can be configured as a series element in the power supply path, placed in the power supply circuit of any optical detection component 22. The power supply terminal of the processor 231 is directly connected to the device interface 21, ensuring that after establishing a connection with the mobile terminal, the power supply module 13 can prioritize and independently provide operating power to the processor 231, allowing it to enter the working state first. The multiple signal output terminals of the processor 231 are respectively connected to the control terminals of the controllable switches P located on each power supply path. This structure ensures that the stable initialization of the processor 231 precedes the power supply of any optical detection component 22, thereby avoiding system malfunctions that may be caused by power timing disorder, and guaranteeing the determinism and reliability of the control logic from the hardware connection relationship. Of course, as another optional embodiment, the processor 231 can also be connected to specific pins of the device interface 21 independently of each power supply path.

[0069] In one exemplary embodiment, the multiple optical detection components 22 include a laser detection component, and the processor 231 is an ARM processor;

[0070] The ARM processor is located on the power supply path between the laser detection component and the device interface 21.

[0071] In this embodiment, based on a deep consideration of the data processing complexity of each optical detection component 22, the ARM processor can be specifically positioned on the power supply path between the laser detection component and the device interface 21. Compared to other components that need to process massive amounts of two-dimensional image information (such as visible light and low-light images) or complex temperature field matrices (such as infrared images), the core output of the laser detection component (especially the type that points to a single point for ranging or low-resolution linear array scanning) is usually a one-dimensional raw signal that can be directly converted into a distance value, such as time of flight and phase difference. These signals have a regular data structure and small data volume, and the required preprocessing (such as unit conversion, data packing, simple filtering, or protocol conversion) is computationally complex enough to perfectly match the capabilities of the ARM processor.

[0072] It is understandable that the ARM processor, as a link in the power supply and data path of the laser component, can perform lightweight preprocessing of the raw laser ranging signal in real time and then send the regulated data to the mobile terminal, effectively optimizing data transmission efficiency. Furthermore, the ARM processor, through its independent signal output terminal, controls the power supply path of other image detection components such as visible light, low light, and infrared sensors. High-throughput image data generated by these components bypasses the ARM processor and is directly transmitted to the mobile terminal via device interface 21, enabling complex image rendering and analysis to be performed using the mobile terminal's computing resources.

[0073] In one exemplary embodiment, reference is made to Figure 4 Imaging device 2 also includes:

[0074] The conversion module 24 includes a first end and multiple second ends. The first end of the conversion module 24 is used to connect to a mobile terminal, and the multiple second ends of the conversion module 24 are connected one-to-one with multiple types of optical detection components 22.

[0075] When the mobile terminal outputs the first signal, the conversion module 24 is triggered, causing the conversion module 24 to output the second signal through the corresponding second terminal; when the optical detection component 22 outputs the second signal, the conversion module 24 is triggered, causing the conversion module 24 to output the first signal through the first terminal; the first signal is a signal that meets the processing requirements of the mobile terminal, and the second signal is a signal that meets the processing requirements of the optical detection component 22.

[0076] In this embodiment, both the terminal interface 11 and the device interface 21 are interfaces that support the USB protocol. Considering that the raw data signals (second signals) generated internally by different types of optical detection components 22 (such as laser, low-light, and infrared) are incompatible with the USB signals (first signals) that the mobile terminal can process in a standard manner in terms of level, format, timing, or protocol, this embodiment provides a conversion module 24 for protocol conversion to achieve bidirectional signal adaptation. When the mobile terminal sends instructions or data (i.e., the first signal) to the device via the USB interface, the conversion module 24 is triggered to parse and convert the received first signal, and outputs a drive or control signal (i.e., the second signal) that the target optical detection component 22 can recognize and process, meeting its specific requirements, through its second terminal. Conversely, when any optical detection component 22 collects data, it outputs its specific raw data signal (second signal) to the second terminal of the corresponding conversion module 24. The conversion module 24 is triggered to sample, encapsulate, or convert the raw signal according to the protocol, processing it into a data stream (first signal) conforming to the USB standard format, and outputting it to the mobile terminal through its first terminal.

[0077] In this embodiment, the conversion module 24 maps the interfaces of diverse optical detection components 22 to the standard mobile terminal interface 11 through hardware connections. This structure allows proprietary, non-standard optical detection components 22 to easily reuse the computing power and general interfaces of the mobile terminal without needing to design dedicated interface circuits for each component, significantly reducing system complexity and cost. On the other hand, it embeds complex signal conversion logic within the imaging device 2, ensuring that the mobile terminal always recognizes a standard USB device, simplifying software driver development on the mobile terminal side and improving the overall system's compatibility and scalability.

[0078] In one exemplary embodiment, reference is made to Figure 5The conversion module 24 includes a first conversion unit 241 and a plurality of second conversion units 242. The first end of the first conversion unit 241 serves as the first end of the conversion module 24. The plurality of second ends of the first conversion unit 241 are connected one-to-one with the first ends of the plurality of second conversion units 242. The second ends of the plurality of second conversion units 242 serve as the plurality of second ends of the conversion module 24.

[0079] In this embodiment, each type of optical detection component 22 is connected to a dedicated second conversion unit 242, forming an independent signal processing channel. In the signal uplink path, each second conversion unit 242 receives the raw data (i.e., the second signal) output by the corresponding optical detection component 22, conforming to its specific electrical interface and data protocol, through its second terminal. Subsequently, the second conversion unit 242 performs the core protocol conversion function, parsing and processing the received second signal, and encapsulating it into a standard USB data packet, thereby converting the signal into a first signal that the mobile terminal can process. The converted first signal is uploaded to the first conversion unit 241 through the first terminal of the second conversion unit 242. The first conversion unit 241 manages the first signals from one or more second conversion units 242 uniformly, processing methods including transparent transmission of data packets or integration and re-encapsulation of data streams from different components, ultimately forming a high-efficiency composite data stream conforming to the USB bus transmission specification, and stably transmitting it to the mobile terminal through its first terminal.

[0080] It is understood that this embodiment adopts a modular design with a dedicated second conversion unit 242 corresponding to a dedicated optical component, which simplifies the system's functional configuration and upgrade process from a hardware architecture perspective. When it is necessary to integrate a new optical detection component 22, only one second conversion unit 242 with a matching interface needs to be added or replaced, which can be integrated into the existing system without modifying the first conversion unit 241 and the core architecture. This significantly improves the system's scalability and greatly reduces the complexity and cost of functional iteration. At the same time, the independent parallel operation mode of each second conversion unit 242 not only physically isolates the potential interference between different signal protocols, but also parallelizes the data processing process, thereby ensuring the real-time performance and overall reliability of the data acquisition and transmission link from the system structure level. In an exemplary embodiment, the imaging device 2 also includes a housing, and various types of optical detection components 22 are disposed inside the housing.

[0081] In this embodiment, various optical detection components 22, processing module 23, and conversion module 24 are all integrated inside the housing. The device interface 21, serving as a unified external electrical and mechanical connection port, is located on the outer surface of the housing.

[0082] This embodiment integrates all optical and electronic components into a single, standardized hardware module by using a housing. This integrated design provides necessary physical protection for the internal precision optical detection components 22 and circuitry, reducing mechanical shock, dust contamination, and electromagnetic interference, thus ensuring the accuracy of data acquisition and extending the lifespan of the equipment. The housing structure defines a clear and stable mechanical and electrical interface between the imaging device 2 and the mobile terminal, allowing users to easily connect and disconnect the system through simple plug-and-play operations, improving ease of use and reliability. The modular housing design enables the imaging device 2 to function as a universal peripheral, allowing for flexible combination with different types of mobile terminals (such as mobile phones, tablets, and laptops), thereby greatly expanding the application scenarios of mobile terminals in the field of professional optical detection.

[0083] In one exemplary embodiment, the multiple types of optical detection components 22 include at least two types selected from infrared detection components, low-light detection components, visible light detection components, and laser detection components.

[0084] Among them, the infrared detection component includes an infrared detector and an infrared SOC, the low-light detection component includes a low-light detector and a low-light SOC, the visible light detection component includes a visible light detector and a visible light SOC, and the laser detection component includes a laser detector and a laser SOC.

[0085] Reference Figure 6 The imaging system provided in this embodiment will now be described in detail for each optical detection component 22. When the mobile terminal is powered by a mobile phone or PC, the ARM processor is activated through the fourth second conversion unit U4 and begins operation. P1 is turned on by default to control the power of the first second conversion unit U1. The infrared image mode is turned on, and the infrared image is displayed on the mobile APP or PC software.

[0086] After the infrared detection component is powered on, the infrared SOC is activated. After configuring and correcting the parameters of the infrared detector through the SPI signal, the infrared detector sends back the parallel port data signal. The infrared SOC processes the above parallel port signal with image algorithm and optimizes the parameters, and then outputs the image data to the first second conversion unit U1. After the first second conversion unit U1 and the first conversion unit U5 interact with each other via USB, the first conversion unit U5 sends the infrared component image data to a smartphone or PC for display.

[0087] When a smartphone or PC switches its image display mode to low-light mode, the ARM processor turns off P1 and turns on P2. After the low-light detection component is powered on, the low-light SOC is activated. After configuring and correcting the parameters of the low-light detector through the I2C signal, the infrared detector sends back MIPI data signals. The low-light SOC processes the MIPI data signals using image algorithms and optimizes the parameters, and then outputs the image data to the second conversion unit U2. After the second conversion unit U2 interacts with the first conversion unit U5 via USB, the first conversion unit U5 sends the visible light component image data to the smartphone or PC for display.

[0088] When a smartphone or PC switches its image display mode to visible light mode, the ARM processor turns off P2 and turns on P3. After the visible light detection component is powered on, the visible light SOC is activated. After configuring and correcting the parameters of the visible light detector through the I2C signal, the visible light detector sends back MIPI data signals. The visible light SOC processes the MIPI data signals using image algorithms and optimizes the parameters, and then outputs the image data to the third second conversion unit U3. After the third second conversion unit U3 interacts with the first conversion unit U5 via USB data, the first conversion unit U5 sends the visible light component image data to the smartphone or PC for display.

[0089] Unlike other image detection components, the laser detection component is mainly used for distance measurement. After the system is powered on, the laser SOC is activated. After configuring and correcting the parameters of the laser detector through the SPI signal, the laser detector sends back an analog electrical signal. The laser SOC analyzes the above electrical signal, calculates the deviation, and optimizes the parameters. After transmitting the signal through the UART signal to the ARM chip via serial port, it passes through the fourth second conversion unit U4 and the first conversion unit U5, and then displays the distance data on the screen.

[0090] When the mobile terminal is set to infrared image mode, the ARM processor only activates P1, enabling the infrared detection component to operate, while the low-light image detection component, visible light image detection component, and laser detection component are disabled, reducing device power consumption. When the mobile terminal is set to low-light image mode, the ARM processor only activates P2, enabling the low-light image detection component to operate, while the infrared detection component, visible light image detection component, and laser detection component are disabled, reducing device power consumption. When the mobile terminal is set to visible light image mode, the ARM processor only activates P3, enabling the visible light image detection component to operate, while the infrared detection component, low-light image detection component, and laser detection component are disabled, reducing device power consumption. When the mobile terminal is set to infrared and low-light dual-light fusion image mode, the ARM processor activates P1 and P2, enabling the infrared and low-light detection components to operate, while the visible light image detection component and laser detection component are disabled, reducing device power consumption. When the mobile terminal is set to infrared and visible light dual-light fusion image mode, the ARM processor activates P1 and P2, enabling the infrared and visible light detection components to operate, while the low-light image detection component and laser detection component are disabled, reducing device power consumption. When the mobile terminal is configured for both infrared and laser dual-light detection, the ARM processor activates pins P1 and P4, enabling the infrared and laser ranging components to operate, while the low-light and visible light image detection components are disabled, reducing device power consumption. When the mobile terminal is configured for low-light and visible light dual-light fusion image mode, the ARM processor activates pins P2 and P3, enabling the low-light and visible light image detection components to operate, while the infrared and laser detection components are disabled, reducing device power consumption. (This process is repeated four times in the original text.)

[0091] After the mobile terminal is set to the infrared, low-light, and visible light three-light fusion image mode, the ARM processor activates P1, P2, and P3, enabling the infrared detection component, low-light image detection component, and visible light image detection component to operate, while the laser detection component is deactivated to reduce device power. Similarly, after the mobile terminal is set to the infrared, low-light, and laser three-light fusion image mode, the ARM processor activates P1, P2, and P4, enabling the infrared detection component, low-light image detection component, and laser ranging detection component to operate, while the visible light image detection component is deactivated to reduce device power. In summary, this utility model provides a four-light imaging system supporting USB output, internally integrating infrared detection components, low-light detection components, visible light detection components, and laser detection components. Through a USB management system, it maximizes the reduction of design size, saves costs, and enriches the product's functional experience. The ARM system is used to control the power supply of each optical detection component, which effectively reduces system power consumption and provides system standby time.

[0092] This application also provides an imaging device for connecting to a mobile terminal, the mobile terminal including a terminal interface, a display module and a power supply module; including: a device interface and multiple types of optical detection components, the imaging device being detachably connected to the mobile terminal's terminal interface through the device interface;

[0093] When the imaging device is connected to the mobile terminal, the power supply module and the display module are triggered, causing the power supply module to transmit electrical energy to the imaging device and the display module to display the image data acquired by the optical detection component.

[0094] In this embodiment, the imaging device is equipped with multiple types of optical detection components, enabling image processing in various modes. The imaging device is detachably connected to a mobile terminal. When connected, it reuses the mobile terminal's power supply and display modules. Since the imaging device itself no longer needs to integrate a built-in battery and display screen, its structure is simplified, and its size and weight are significantly reduced, thus improving its portability. During operation, the imaging device is directly powered by the mobile terminal's power supply module, eliminating the need for separate charging. This not only extends the effective working time of the imaging device but also solves the problem of the device becoming unusable due to a depleted built-in battery in outdoor or unreliable power environments, thereby improving the imaging device's battery life.

[0095] It should also be noted that, in this specification, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0096] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. An imaging device for connecting to a mobile terminal, the mobile terminal comprising a terminal interface, a display module, and a power supply module; characterized in that, include: The imaging device includes an interface with various optical detection components and can be detachably connected to the terminal interface of the mobile terminal via the device interface. When the imaging device is connected to the mobile terminal, the power supply module and the display module are triggered, causing the power supply module to transmit electrical energy to the imaging device and the display module to display the image data acquired by the optical detection component.

2. An imaging system, characterized in that, include: The terminal interface, display module, and power supply module located in the mobile terminal; An imaging device, including a device interface and various optical detection components, wherein the imaging device is detachably connected to the terminal interface of the mobile terminal through the device interface; When the imaging device is connected to the mobile terminal, the power supply module and the display module are triggered, causing the power supply module to transmit electrical energy to the imaging device and the display module to display the image data acquired by the optical detection component.

3. The imaging system according to claim 2, characterized in that, An independent power supply path is provided between the device interface and each of the optical detection components; The imaging device also includes: The processing module is connected to the device interface and multiple power supply paths. When the imaging device is connected to the mobile terminal, the processing module is triggered, allowing the processing module to selectively activate at least one of the power supply paths so that the power supply module can supply power to the corresponding optical detection components through the activated power supply path.

4. The imaging system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The processing module includes a processor and a controllable switch disposed on each of the power supply paths. The controllable switch is turned on when it receives a conduction signal and turned off when it does not receive the conduction signal. The processor includes multiple signal output terminals, each of which is connected to a corresponding controllable switch. When the imaging device is connected to the mobile terminal, the processor is triggered, causing it to output the conduction signal through at least one of the signal output terminals.

5. The imaging system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The plurality of controllable switches includes a default switch; When the mobile terminal and the imaging device are connected, the default switch is triggered, which turns on the power supply path where the default switch is located.

6. The imaging system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The processor is located on any of the power supply paths.

7. The imaging system according to claim 6, characterized in that, The various optical detection components include a laser detection component, and the processor is an ARM processor; The ARM processor is located on the power supply path between the laser detection component and the device interface.

8. The imaging system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The imaging device also includes: The conversion module includes a first end and multiple second ends. The first end of the conversion module is used to connect to the mobile terminal, and the multiple second ends of the conversion module are connected one-to-one with multiple types of optical detection components. When the mobile terminal outputs a first signal, the conversion module is triggered, causing the conversion module to output a second signal through the corresponding second terminal; when the optical detection component outputs a second signal, the conversion module is triggered, causing the conversion module to output a first signal through the first terminal; the first signal is a signal that meets the processing requirements of the mobile terminal, and the second signal is a signal that meets the processing requirements of the optical detection component.

9. The imaging system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The conversion module includes a first conversion unit and a plurality of second conversion units. The first end of the first conversion unit serves as the first end of the conversion module. The plurality of second ends of the first conversion unit are connected one-to-one with the first ends of the plurality of second conversion units. The second ends of the plurality of second conversion units serve as the plurality of second ends of the conversion module.

10. The imaging system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The imaging device also includes a housing, and various optical detection components are disposed inside the housing.

11. The imaging system according to any one of claims 2-10, characterized in that, The optical detection components include at least two of the following: infrared detection components, low-light detection components, visible light detection components, and laser detection components.

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