Portable viewing device

Abstract

A portable vision device, characterized in that it comprises a main body (1); wherein the main body (1) is provided with a camera component (50), and the camera component (50) serves for visual recording.

Description

Technical field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of visual inspection, specifically a portable viewing device. State of the art

[0002] In numerous fields, such as personal care, industrial maintenance, and medical examinations, the inspection of deep, confined spaces is a key challenge. Low light conditions and limited visibility generally compromise the accuracy and safety of operations.

[0003] Currently, conventional ear cleaners used for personal care lack a visualization function, forcing users to operate blindly and increasing the risk of ear canal injury. This problem is even more pronounced in industrial inspection and equipment maintenance scenarios. Existing inspection solutions often rely on taking photographs with mobile phones or other portable devices, which then have to be viewed after the device is removed. This procedure is cumbersome, and the devices are often too bulky to fit into narrow spaces, potentially scratching the parts being inspected or damaging the device itself. Content of the present application

[0004] The objective of the present application is to provide a portable vision device to solve the problem of difficult visual inspection and visual operation in the prior art.

[0005] The present application is implemented as follows: The portable vision device comprises a main body which is equipped with a camera component, wherein the camera component serves for visual recording.

[0006] In some embodiments, the camera component is located at a front end of the main body.

[0007] In some embodiments, an ear cleaning part is arranged at a front end of the main body, which is equipped with the camera component; the camera component serves to capture real-time images of an ear canal in order to enable a visual ear cleaning process.

[0008] In some embodiments, the ear cleaning part comprises an ear cleaning head and a connecting base attached to the front end of the main body; the ear cleaning head is used to remove foreign bodies from the ear canal.

[0009] In some embodiments, the connecting base and the ear cleaning head are detachably connected to each other via a connecting structure; a front end face of the connecting base forms an arrangement surface on which the camera component is arranged.

[0010] In some embodiments, the main body is a flexible conductor body, with the camera component attached to one end of the conductor body, and an end of the conductor body remote from the camera component serving for connection to a display device; the camera component serves to capture real-time images and transmit them via the conductor body to the display device.

[0011] In some embodiments, the end of the conductor body furthest from the camera component is provided with an interface component; the interface component serves for connection to the display device.

[0012] In some embodiments, the interface component comprises a main socket, wherein a first connector is attached to a front end of the main socket, and a second connector is movably mounted on the main socket, which can pivot relative to the main socket; the second connector can pivot forward in front of the first connector and dock onto it in a modified position.

[0013] In some embodiments, the end of the conductor body furthest from the camera component is connected to the display device, and the camera component serves to transmit the captured real-time images to the display device via the conductor body.

[0014] In some embodiments, the camera component includes a light source and a camera.

[0015] Compared to the state of the art, the provided portable viewing device has the advantage that the camera component's design solves the problem of awkward observation during the ear cleaning process. Its structure is simple and safe to use, suitable for everyday personal care scenarios. Furthermore, it also solves the problem of difficult inspection of deep or narrow spaces encountered with traditional methods. Brief description of the drawings Fig. Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of the structure of a portable viewing device according to the present application. Fig. Figure 2 shows an arrangement within a cavity according to the present application. Fig. Figure 3 shows a section through the portable viewing device according to the present application. Fig. Figure 4 shows an enlarged view of area A in Fig. 3 according to the present application. Fig. Figure 5 shows a top view of an arrangement area according to the present application. Fig. Figure 6 shows a side view of the portable viewing device according to the present application. Fig. Figure 7 shows a schematic representation of the structure of the portable viewing device according to the present application. Fig. Figure 8 shows an exploded view of the portable viewing device according to the present application. Fig. Figure 9 shows an enlarged view of area B in Fig. 8 according to the present application. Fig. Figure 10 shows a partial view of a conductor body according to the present application. Fig. Figure 11 shows a partial view of the conductor body according to the present application. Fig. Figure 12 shows a schematic representation of the structure of the portable viewing device according to the present application. Detailed description of the embodiments

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present application, the present application is described in further detail below with reference to the figures and embodiments. It is understood that the specific embodiments described here serve only to explain the present application and not to limit it.

[0017] The following description combines specific embodiments to describe in detail the realization of the present application.

[0018] In the illustrations of this application, identical or similar reference symbols correspond to identical or similar components. In the description of this application, terms such as "top," "bottom," "left," "right," etc., indicating direction or positional relationships, are based on the direction or positional relationship shown in the illustrations and serve only to simplify the description of this application. They do not indicate or imply that the component in question must have a specific orientation or be designed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms used in the illustrations to describe positional relationships serve only as illustrative examples and cannot be understood as limiting the scope of this application. For a person skilled in the art, the specific meanings of the aforementioned terms can be understood depending on the context.

[0019] Referring to the Fig. Figures 1-12 show some embodiments of the present application.

[0020] The portable viewing device according to the present application comprises a main body 1 equipped with a camera component 50. The camera component 50 serves for visual recording. The portable viewing device can be a product such as a visual ear cleaning device, an endoscope, etc. The endoscope can be an endoscope for connection to a telephone, an endoscope with its own display device, an endoscope for industrial purposes, etc.

[0021] The provided portable viewing device, with its integrated camera component, solves the problem of awkward observation during ear cleaning. Its simple design and safe application make it suitable for everyday personal care scenarios. Furthermore, it also addresses the difficulty of inspecting deep or narrow spaces as required by traditional methods.

[0022] Specifically, the camera component 50 is attached to a front end of the main body 1.

[0023] Example 1 ( Fig. 1-6): An ear cleaning part 10 is arranged at the front end of the main body 1, which is equipped with a camera component 50; the camera component 50 serves to capture real-time images of the ear canal in order to enable a visual ear cleaning process.

[0024] The ear cleaning part 10 comprises an ear cleaning head 12 and a connecting base 11, the connecting base 11 being attached to the front end of the main body 1; the ear cleaning head 12 is used to remove foreign bodies from the ear canal.

[0025] In some embodiments, the connecting base 11 and the ear cleaning head 12 are detachably connected to each other via a connecting structure. This allows the ear cleaning head 12 to be regularly replaced or cleaned to prevent cross-contamination and improve hygienic use.

[0026] Specifically, the connection structure comprises a mounting groove 110 and a mounting ring 120. A mounting surface 61 is recessed downwards and forms the mounting groove 110. The underside of the ear cleaning head 12 has an annular mounting ring 120 that engages in the mounting groove 110. The camera component 50 is positioned at the bottom of the mounting groove 110. The snap-fit ​​structure of the mounting groove 110 and mounting ring 120 thus enables precise positioning of the ear cleaning head 12 relative to the connection base 11, preventing displacements that could impair the field of view of the camera component 50 and the light transmission. Furthermore, assembly is extremely simple and convenient, requiring only a push-fit connection.

[0027] The connection structure also includes an internal thread 16 and an external thread 15. An outer wall of the mounting ring 120 is provided with the external thread 15, and a side wall of the mounting groove 110 is provided with the corresponding internal thread 16. By screwing together the internal thread 16 and the external thread 15, the detachable connection between the ear cleaning head 12 and the connecting base 11 is created. This screw connection thus reinforces the stability of the connection between the ear cleaning head 12 and the connecting base 11 and prevents loosening or detachment during the ear cleaning process. It also allows for regular, easy disassembly and replacement, thereby improving hygiene.

[0028] In some embodiments, the ear cleaning head 12 and the connecting base 11 are formed as a single piece. Thus, if the ear cleaning head 12 and the connecting base 11 are made of metal, they can be designed as a single-piece structure, resulting in a stable construction without any risk of detachment.

[0029] In this arrangement, a front end face of the connecting base 11 forms the mounting surface 61 on which the camera component 50 is arranged. The camera component 50 is positioned at the very front, which facilitates recording and ensures that the emitted light enters the ear canal evenly and stably.

[0030] Specifically, the main body 1 has a handle area 20 for gripping by the hand. This makes it easier for the user to use the product.

[0031] The handle area 20 is formed in the rear part of the main body 1.

[0032] The handle area 20 has an internal cavity 60 housing a mainboard 30 and a battery 40. The mainboard 30 is equipped with an image processing module, a power supply module, and a control module. The battery 40 is electrically connected to the camera component 50 and the mainboard 30 to provide operating power. The image processing module is electrically connected to the camera component 50 to process the image signals. The control module is electrically connected to the camera component 50 to control its start and stop operation. Thus, the self-contained handle area 20 is ergonomically designed for hand positioning and improves operational stability. Furthermore, the mainboard 30 integrates several modules to achieve unified image processing, power supply, and light control in a compact structure with functional interaction.The independent battery supply 40 eliminates the need for cables, adapts to different application scenarios and also ensures stable and reliable operation of the device.

[0033] Specifically, the handle area 20 is equipped with a power button 21 and a power socket 22, each connected to the mainboard 30. This allows for easy start / stop operation of the device or changing modes during operation; the power socket 22 is directly connected to the mainboard 30, enabling convenient and efficient charging without complicated wiring and improving the user-friendliness and maintenance of the device.

[0034] The main body 1 is columnar.

[0035] The ear cleaning head is either rod-shaped or angled multiple times in a snake shape.

[0036] The camera component 50 comprises a light source 14 and a camera 13. This ensures sufficient illumination, which significantly improves image clarity.

[0037] The mainboard 30 is equipped with a wireless communication module, which is electrically connected to the image processing module. This module transmits the image signals captured by the camera 13 and processed by the image processing module in real time to external smart devices such as mobile phones. The wireless communication module thus enables the wireless transmission of the image signals. The user can clearly view the real-time images of the ear canal on the mobile phone screen, with a larger and more intuitive viewing area. Furthermore, the elimination of the need for a cable connection means that operation is cable-free, which further increases user-friendliness and makes it suitable for various scenarios such as daily household cleaning or ear care for children.

[0038] Operating procedure: The device is powered via the power socket 22 in the handle area 20. To use, the device is started by pressing the power button 21. The multiple LEDs 14 of the camera component 50, which surround the camera 13, illuminate. The camera 13 captures images of the ear canal, which are processed by the main board 30 and transmitted to external smart devices via the wireless communication module. The column-shaped main body 1 is held, the ear cleaning head 12 of the ear cleaning part 10 is inserted into the ear canal, and foreign objects are removed in real time while the device screen is monitored. After use, the ear cleaning head 12 can be removed for cleaning or replacement using the snap-fit ​​mechanism of the mounting groove 110 and mounting ring 120 or the screw connection of the internal thread 16 and external thread 15. After switching off the power button 21, the device is stored properly.

[0039] Example 2 ( Fig. 7-12): The main body 1 is a flexible cable body 100. A camera component 50 is attached to one end of the cable body 100, and an end of the cable body 100 remote from the camera component 50 serves to connect to a display device 200. The camera component 50 serves to capture real-time images and transmit them via the cable body 100 to the display device 200.

[0040] The flexible guide body 100 allows for easy insertion into narrow, concealed areas requiring inspection, thus solving the problem of difficult observation of deep or confined spaces in traditional inspection methods. Furthermore, the direct transmission between the camera component 50 and the display device 200 enables the display of real-time images, significantly increasing inspection efficiency and observation accuracy. Operation is simple and suitable for a wide range of applications.

[0041] The end of the cable body 100 furthest from the camera component 50 is equipped with an interface component 300; the interface component 300 serves for connection to the display device 200. Thus, the interface component 300 replaces the direct connection between the cable body 100 and the display device 200, can be adapted to standard or special connections of the display device 200, increases the compatibility of the endoscope with different models and types of display devices 200, and expands the application range of the device.

[0042] In some embodiments, the interface component 300 comprises a main socket 301. A first connector 302 is attached to the front end of the main socket 301. A second connector 303 is movably mounted on the main socket 301 and can pivot relative to the main socket 301. The second connector 303 can pivot forward in front of the first connector 302 and dock onto it. Thus, the interface component 300 has a structure with a main socket 301, a first connector 302, and a second connector 303 that can pivot relative to the main socket 301. The second connector 303 can pivot forward in front of the first connector 302 and dock onto it, thereby creating two connection options and expanding the application range of the device.

[0043] In some embodiments, the first connector 302 comprises a solid body 304 and a pivoting body 305 articulated to the solid body 304. A third connector 306 is attached to the solid body 304. The pivoting body 305 can pivot outwards relative to the solid body 304, thus exposing the third connector 306. The second connector 303 can pivot forwards in front of the third connector 306 and dock onto it. The first connector 302 is equipped with a solid body 304 and a pivoting body 305 articulated to it, and a third connector 306 is attached to the solid body 304. The pivoting body 305 can be pivoted outwards to expose the third connector 306.In combination with the docking of the second connector 303, the application flexibility of the interface is further optimized, three connection options are created, and the application range of the device is expanded.

[0044] The second connector 303 is connected to the main socket 301 via a flexible band. This flexible band allows for flexible swiveling.

[0045] In these embodiments, the end of the cable body 100 furthest from the camera component 50 is connected to the display device 200. The camera component 50 transmits the captured real-time images to the display device 200 via the cable body 100. The integrated structure of capture, transmission, and display eliminates the need for separate display devices.

[0046] A control housing 101, containing a control board 102, is attached to the conductor body 100. A control button 103, which is electrically connected to the control board 102, is attached to the control housing 101. The camera component 50 is controlled via the control button 103. For example, the brightness of the light source 14 on the camera component 50 can be regulated via the design of the control housing 101.

[0047] Operating procedure: In use, the interface component 300 is first adjusted according to the type of connection of the display device 200: If the first connector 302 is to be used directly, the second connector 303 does not need to be swiveled. If a different interface is required, the second connector 303 can be swiveled to dock with the first connector 302, or the swivel arm 305 of the first connector 302 can be swiveled to expose the third connector 306. After connection has been made, the control housing 101 is held, the flexible cable body 100 with the camera component 50 is inserted into the area to be inspected, and the brightness of the light source 23 is adjusted using the control button 103, thereby flexibly adjusting the angle of the cable body 100. The real-time images captured by the camera 13 are transmitted to the display device 200 via the cable body 100.The operator views the display and, if necessary, uses control button 103 to optimize the image, thus precisely completing the inspection of narrow or hidden areas.

[0048] In embodiment 1 and embodiment 2, the camera component 50 comprises several light sources 14 arranged in a ring around the camera 13 at intervals. This ensures that the camera 13 is illuminated evenly from all sides, guaranteeing homogeneous illumination of the recording area.

[0049] The light source 14 can be an LED chip.

[0050] The descriptions above represent only some embodiments of the present application and are not suitable for limiting the present application. All amendments, equivalent replacements, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present application should be included in the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

[1] A portable vision device, characterized by , that it comprises a main body (1); wherein the main body (1) is provided with a camera component (50), and the camera component (50) serves for visual recording. [2] Portable vision device according to claim 1, wherein the camera component (50) is arranged at a front end of the main body (1). [3] Portable vision device according to claim 1, wherein an ear cleaning part (10) is arranged at a front end of the main body (1); the ear cleaning part (10) is provided with the camera component (50); the camera component (50) serves to capture real-time images of an ear canal in order to enable a visual ear cleaning process. [4] Portable vision device according to claim 3, wherein the ear cleaning part (10) comprises an ear cleaning head (12) and a connecting base (11); the connecting base (11) is attached to the front end of the main body (1); the ear cleaning head (12) serves to remove foreign bodies from the ear canal. [5] Portable vision device according to claim 3, wherein the connecting base (11) and the ear cleaning head (12) are detachably connected to each other via a connecting structure; a front end face of the connecting base (11) forms an arrangement surface (61) on which the camera component (50) is arranged. [6] Portable vision device according to claim 1, wherein the main body (1) is a flexible conductor body (100); the camera component (50) is attached to one end of the conductor body (100), and an end of the conductor body (100) remote from the camera component (50) serves for connection to a display device (200); the camera component (50) serves for capturing real-time images and transmitting them via the conductor body (100) to the display device (200). [7] Portable viewing device according to claim 6, wherein the end of the conductor body (100) remote from the camera component (50) is provided with an interface component (300), and the interface component (300) serves for connection to the display device (200). [8] Portable vision device according to claim 7, wherein the interface component (300) comprises a main base (301); a first connector (302) is attached to a front end of the main base (301), and a second connector (303) is movably mounted on the main base (301) which can pivot relative to the main base (301); the second connector (303) can be pivoted forward in front of the first connector (302) and docked to it in a manner adapted to it. [9] Portable viewing device according to claim 6, wherein the end of the conductor body (100) remote from the camera component (50) is connected to the display device (200), and the camera component (50) serves to transmit the captured real-time images via the conductor body (100) to the display device (200). [10] Portable vision device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the camera component (50) comprises a light source (14) and a camera (13).

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