Biometric Measuring Station Handle Layout for Stable ECG Capture
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing health monitoring devices lack the capability to accurately and efficiently acquire a wide range of biometric signals with improved quality and convenience.
Innovation Solution
A measuring station comprising a base with a measuring plate and a handle support, connected by a cable for electrical signal transmission, featuring a handle with electrodes for ECG and impedance analysis, and a winder mechanism for cable management, allowing for comprehensive biometric measurements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a handle is added to the measuring station for ECG and impedance measurements, then measurement capabilities are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The handle is designed to serve multiple measurement functions (ECG and impedance analysis) simultaneously, allowing a single component to perform multiple biomedical measurement tasks, thereby improving versatility without proportionally increasing complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The handle is received within a dedicated handle support structure on the base, creating a nested configuration where the handle fits into a cradle-shaped recess. This nesting approach integrates the handle seamlessly into the overall device structure, managing complexity through organized spatial arrangement
2Reliability
If a cable connects the handle to the base for electrical signal transmission, then signal transmission capability is improved, but cable management becomes more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
A cable acts as an intermediary element connecting the handle to the base, enabling electrical signal transmission for ECG and impedance measurements while physically linking the movable handle to the stationary base structure
Solution Approach 2:
The cable is routed through vertically aligned through-holes in both the base and handle support, utilizing the vertical dimension to organize cable passage. This dimensional approach to cable routing simplifies cable management by providing a dedicated vertical pathway that keeps the cable organized and reduces clutter
3Ease of operation
If the handle is made removable for ease of storage, then ease of operation is improved, but connection reliability may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The handle is designed to be dynamically removable from the handle support, transitioning between a fixed connected state during measurement and a removable stored state when not in use. This dynamic capability allows users to remove the handle for storage or transport while maintaining a stable connection during actual measurement operations
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 high-quality acquisition of biometric signals such as ECG, impedance, and body composition analysis with enhanced user convenience and reduced cable clutter.
Implementation Method 1
The cable includes electrical wiring for transmitting electrical signals
Implementation Method 2
the base includes a winder capable of winding and unwinding the cable
Implementation Method 3
the base includes a roller configured to facilitate a change of direction of the cable during winding and unwinding of the cable
Implementation Method 4
the handle is configured to be received on the handle support... featuring a handle with electrodes for ECG and impedance analysis
Implementation Method 5
The cable includes electrical wiring for transmitting electrical signals
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AI summary
This description relates to a measuring station (100) comprising: - a base (102) comprising: - a measuring plate (106) having an upper face (1104) suitable for receiving the feet of a user, - a handle support (112), mounted on the upper face (1104) of the measuring plate (106), - a handle (110) suitable for receiving the hands of a user, the handle (110) being configured to be received on the handle support (112).