Magnetic Control Device With Nested Motors for Capsule Endoscopes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current magnetically controlled capsule endoscope systems are hindered by bulky and large magnetic control devices that require significant space and are not easily portable.
Innovation Solution
A compact magnetic control device design featuring a mounting base, dual motors (first and second) with intersecting axes, and a conductive slip ring system, allowing for a more compact structure and improved space utilization, enabling precise control of the capsule endoscope's movement within the body.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a traditional magnetic control device is used to control capsule endoscope movement, then the capsule endoscope can be precisely controlled, but the control device becomes large and bulky requiring significant space
Solution Approach 1:
The patent places the second motor inside the mounting space formed by the mounting base and lower base, nesting components within available spaces. The first motor passes through the mounting base and is mounted on the base, while the second motor is disposed in the mounting space between the mounting base and lower base, creating a compact nested arrangement that reduces overall device volume while maintaining control precision
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes three-dimensional spatial arrangement by having the first motor pass through the mounting base along the height direction and the second motor rotate around a second axis that intersects the first axis. This multi-dimensional configuration allows motors to be positioned in different spatial planes, maximizing space utilization and reducing the device's footprint
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
The compact design facilitates easier mobility and efficient control of the capsule endoscope's examination field of view, reducing the overall volume and enhancing operational convenience.
Implementation Method 1
a magnet for driving the capsule endoscope to rotate
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides a magnetic control device and a magnetically controlled capsule endoscope system. The magnetic control device comprises a mounting base, a base, a magnetic component, a first motor and a second motor. The mounting base is for hoisting the magnetic control device, the base is connected to the mounting base, the magnetic component comprises a magnet for driving the capsule endoscope to rotate, the first motor drives the magnetic component to rotate around a first axis, and the first motor passes through the mounting base and is arranged on the base along a first direction, the second motor drives the magnetic component to rotate around a second axis, the second motor is arranged on the base, and the first axis intersects the second axis. By reasonably utilizing a mounting space of the magnetic control device, the structure is more compact, small and convenient to move.