Meridian Thermal Therapy Device Heat Energy Measurement Module
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional moxibustion methods face challenges due to non-uniform heat application, lack of standardization in temperature and time settings, and absence of standardized measurement and display for therapeutic heat energy, limiting the widespread adoption of meridian thermal therapy.
Innovation Solution
A therapeutic heat energy measuring system for meridian thermal therapy devices, featuring a time setting module, temperature/intensity level setting module, and a thermal energy measurement module that uses formulas to calculate and output therapeutic thermal energy values, enabling precise and standardized heat energy delivery.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If traditional moxibustion methods are used, then therapeutic heat energy can be delivered, but the heat application is non-uniform and lacks standardization
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by establishing standardized parameters for moxibustion treatment including temperature (40-50℃), time (15-30 minutes), and thermal energy dosage (2000-5000 Joules). The electronic moxibustion device controls these parameters precisely through electronic temperature control systems, ensuring uniform heat application while maintaining simple operation through preset programs.
2Measurement precision
If electronic temperature-controlled heating is used, then temperature and time are controllable, but there is no standardized measurement and display for therapeutic heat energy
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic moxibustion device performs self-service by automatically calculating and displaying the cumulative thermal energy dosage based on monitored temperature and time parameters. The system independently tracks treatment parameters, computes the thermal energy delivered using the formula Q=cmΔT, and provides real-time feedback without requiring manual calculation or complex user input, thus maintaining ease of operation while achieving precise measurement.
3Reliability
If different temperature and time settings are applied, then treatment efficacy varies, but there is a lack of professional standards for setting these parameters
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the treatment parameters into distinct controllable segments: temperature control (40-50℃ range), time control (15-30 minutes), and thermal energy dosage (2000-5000 Joules). Each segment can be independently adjusted and monitored, allowing the device to adapt to different treatment needs while ensuring each parameter remains within clinically validated ranges for reliable treatment efficacy.
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 system provides a convenient and accurate method for measuring and controlling therapeutic heat energy, enhancing the standardization and reliability of meridian thermal therapy, improving treatment efficacy and safety by quantifying thermal energy input.
Implementation Method 1
electronic temperature-controlled heating technology
Implementation Method 2
the treatment head directly adheres to the skin... the thermal energy generated by the meridian thermotherapy instrument is used as a parameter for measuring the thermal energy
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AI summary
A therapeutic thermal energy measuring system, method and application for a meridian thermal therapy device. The therapeutic thermal energy measuring system for a meridian thermal therapy device comprises: a time setting module for setting a time; a temperature setting module or an intensity level setting module for setting a temperature or an intensity level; a therapeutic thermal energy measuring module for measuring therapeutic thermal energy on the basis of a preset time and a preset temperature or intensity level, and outputting a result, and/or performing real-time measurement of therapeutic thermal energy on the basis of a preset temperature or intensity level and cumulative working hours of a treatment head of the meridian thermal therapy device, and outputting a result. The therapeutic heat energy measuring system can solve a bottleneck problem of having no way of quantizing therapeutic thermal energy in meridian thermal therapy.