Endoscope Stand Separation for Intuitive Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional endoscope systems require improved handling and intuitive operation, especially for electrically driven endoscopes used in luminal organs, to enhance observation and treatment efficiency.
Innovation Solution
An endoscope system comprising a drive cable, an endoscope with a bending portion, a drive device, a trolley, a stand, and an operation device that allows for wireless communication, enabling independent operation of the endoscope and treatment tool with intuitive input mechanisms for bending and control functions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the operation device is integrated with the drive device on the same trolley, then the system structure is compact, but the operator experiences fatigue and operation becomes less intuitive
Solution Approach 1:
The operation device is separated from the drive device and mounted on the stand instead of the trolley. This segmentation allows the operation device to be positioned closer to the operator while the drive device remains on the mobile trolley, improving operational comfort without compromising system integration capabilities
Solution Approach 2:
The stand serves as an intermediary structure that supports the operation device independently from the trolley. This intermediary positioning allows the operation device to be optimally located for the operator while maintaining communication and control connections to the drive device on the trolley
2Measurement precision
If the endoscope and drive device are closely integrated, then control precision is high, but operator fatigue increases during prolonged procedures
Solution Approach 1:
The system separates the operation device from the drive device physically while maintaining functional integration through communication connections. This allows precise control to be maintained while the operator experiences reduced fatigue due to improved ergonomics and positioning
3Ease of operation
If the operation device is positioned away from the drive device, then operator comfort improves, but system communication complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The stand acts as an intermediary platform that physically separates the operation device from the drive device while maintaining a structured communication connection. This intermediary positioning improves operator comfort while the communication interface manages the data transmission between separated components
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AI summary
An endoscope system includes: a drive cable; an endoscope that has a bending portion that is capable of bending and is driven by the connected drive cable; a drive device that electrically drives the connected drive cable; a trolley equipped with the drive device; a stand that connects the drive cable and the endoscope and is capable of being installed at a position away from the trolley; and an operation device that is communicably connected to the drive device and attached to the stand.