Portable Control Module Automatic Configuration via Signal Reflection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing medical apparatuses with portable control modules require time-consuming and complex manual configuration adjustments whenever the operator's position changes, affecting intuitive operation of movable components like patient couches or C-arms during x-ray procedures.
Innovation Solution
A system with a signal sender unit on the control module, signal converter units on the device, and a signal receiver unit on the control module, utilizing RFID or optical technology, automatically sets the operating configuration based on the device's position, allowing intuitive operation regardless of the operator's position.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual configuration adjustment is performed, then the control module can be adapted to different operator positions, but the operation becomes time-consuming and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The control module automatically detects its position relative to the adjustable device and configures itself without operator intervention. The signal sender on the control module transmits signals to signal converters on the device, which reflect signals back to the receiver, enabling automatic position-based configuration
Solution Approach 2:
The system pre-establishes multiple operating configurations corresponding to different operator positions. When the control module is placed near the device, it automatically selects and applies the appropriate pre-configured configuration based on detected signal characteristics
2Ease of operation
If manual configuration adjustment is performed, then the control module can be adapted to different operator positions, but the operation becomes complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The manual mechanical adjustment process is replaced by an automatic signal-based system. The control module uses signal senders and receivers to automatically detect position and trigger corresponding configuration changes, eliminating the need for manual intervention
Solution Approach 2:
Signal converters act as intermediaries between the control module and the adjustable device. These converters receive signals from the control module, process them based on their position on the device, and send appropriate configuration signals back, simplifying the overall control architecture
3Adaptability or versatility
If the control module position changes during operation, then flexibility is improved, but reconfiguration is required
Solution Approach 1:
The control module's configuration is made dynamic rather than static. It automatically adapts to position changes by continuously monitoring signal characteristics from different signal converters and adjusting its operating parameters in real-time
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses feedback from signal converters to automatically adjust control module configuration. When the control module moves to a different position, the changed signal characteristics provide feedback that triggers automatic reconfiguration, maintaining optimal operation without manual intervention
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables intuitive and cost-effective automatic calibration of the portable control module, ensuring consistent operation across different positions without manual reconfiguration, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
The signal sender unit and the signal receiver unit are formed by an RFID read device, a so-called reader and the signal converter units are each formed by one RFID transponder
Implementation Method 2
the signal converter units are formed by optically reflecting, diffracting or absorbing markings
Implementation Method 3
the signal converter units are formed by optically reflecting, diffracting or absorbing markings
Data Source
AI summary
To facilitate an intuitive operation of an adjustable device of a medical apparatus, a system for the automatic setting of an operating configuration of the portable control module controlling the adjustable device is provided. Different operating configurations regarding the directional control of the movement of the movable device differ are based on the relative spatial position of the adjustable device with respect to the control module. The system includes at least one signal sender unit for sending a signal. The signal sender unit may be arranged on the control module. The system further includes at least two signal converter units for converting and retransmitting or for converting and reflecting the signal. The signal converter units may be arranged on different positions on the device. A signal receiver unit is used for receiving the converted signal, and the receiver unit may be arranged on the control module.