Cordless Handpiece Programming via Separate Memory Data Sets
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional cordless devices for root canal treatment are complex and time-consuming to operate due to numerous manual adjustments of tool and handpiece parameters, leading to potential errors and complications.
Innovation Solution
A method and device that program a cordless handpiece using a separate memory for storing data sets of tool and handpiece parameters, allowing for easy selection and transfer of relevant data sets via a control element, reducing the need for manual adjustments and minimizing error sources.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple adjusting elements are provided on the handpiece and charger for manual parameter adjustment, then the device can accommodate different tool parameters, but the operation becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-configuring parameter sets in memory before operation. The control arrangement stores multiple predefined parameter sets corresponding to different tool types, allowing the user to simply select a preset rather than manually adjust each parameter. This resolves the contradiction by maintaining parameter adaptability through multiple presets while dramatically simplifying operation through automatic selection.
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies self-service by automatically selecting and applying the appropriate parameter set based on tool identification. When a tool is inserted, the control arrangement automatically detects the tool type and configures the handpiece parameters without user intervention, eliminating the need for manual adjustment of multiple parameters while maintaining full adaptability to different tool requirements.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple adjusting elements are provided for comprehensive parameter control, then all tool parameters can be adjusted, but the risk of user error increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback by automatically detecting the inserted tool type and selecting the corresponding parameter set from memory. The control arrangement receives feedback from tool identification (via sensor or manual input) and automatically configures appropriate parameters, eliminating manual adjustment errors while maintaining comprehensive parameter coverage for different tool types.
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies self-service by automatically configuring parameters based on tool identification without user intervention. This eliminates user error in parameter selection while maintaining full adaptability to different tool requirements, as the system self-adjusts all parameters based on the detected tool type.
3Manufacturing precision
If numerous parameters are manually adjusted for each tool change, then precise control is achieved, but treatment time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-configuring accurate parameter sets in memory for each tool type before treatment begins. When a tool is inserted, the corresponding pre-calibrated parameters are automatically applied, maintaining precise control over all parameters while eliminating the time-consuming manual adjustment process, thus improving treatment efficiency without sacrificing precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies self-service by automatically selecting and applying the precise parameter set corresponding to the inserted tool. This maintains manufacturing precision through accurate parameter configuration while dramatically improving productivity by eliminating manual adjustment time, as the system automatically configures all parameters based on tool identification.
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AI summary
A method and device for programming a cordless handpiece used for root canal treatment and having a first memory and a tool holder for a treatment tool are described. The method includes providing a first data volume having a plurality of data sets in a second memory separate from the first memory, each of the data sets comprising at least one parameter assigned to the cordless handpiece and/or to the treatment tool, selecting at least some of the data sets from the first data volume in the second memory, transmitting the selected data sets from the second memory to the first memory of the handpiece, and selecting a data set from the updated first memory for operation of the handpiece.