Integrated Probe Camera for Precise Tip Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
The miniaturization of electronic devices makes it increasingly difficult to precisely position a probe tip on a desired measurement point due to the shrinking size and closer proximity of individual measuring points.
Innovation Solution
A probe equipped with an image capturing device and an image transmission interface, allowing the capture and transmission of image data surrounding the probe tip to a remote measuring apparatus, thereby assisting the user in precise positioning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If additional magnifying glasses or microscopes are used to assist positioning, then measurement precision is improved, but device complexity and ease of operation deteriorate due to cumbersome handling requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the image capturing device directly with the probe to form an integrated unit. This merging eliminates the need for separate magnifying glasses or microscopes, reducing device complexity while maintaining measurement precision through the integrated imaging system that provides real-time visual feedback during probe positioning.
Solution Approach 2:
The image capturing device acts as an intermediary between the user and the measuring point. It captures images of the probe tip and surrounding area, transmitting visual information to help the user precisely position the probe without requiring additional complex optical devices. The image transmission interface serves as another intermediary to convey this visual information to the user.
2Measurement precision
If additional magnifying glasses or microscopes are used to assist positioning, then measurement precision is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to complicated handling requirements
Solution Approach 1:
By merging the image capturing device with the probe, the system eliminates the need for users to separately handle and coordinate multiple optical devices. The integrated design allows users to focus solely on positioning the probe while the built-in camera provides continuous visual feedback, significantly improving ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The image capturing device provides self-service by automatically capturing and transmitting images of the probe tip position without requiring additional user intervention or complex manual coordination. The system serves itself by providing the necessary visual information directly through the integrated camera and transmission interface.
3Device complexity
If the probe tip is positioned manually without assistance, then device complexity is reduced, but measurement precision deteriorates due to difficulty in locating small measuring points
Solution Approach 1:
The image capturing device and transmission interface serve as intermediaries that provide visual information about the probe tip position and surrounding measuring points. This intermediary system enables precise positioning of small measuring points without adding complex mechanical assistance, maintaining simplicity while improving precision through visual guidance.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces potential mechanical assistance systems (such as external magnifying devices) with an optical-electronic system. The image capturing device uses optical principles to capture images, which are then transmitted electronically to provide positioning guidance, substituting mechanical complexity with a simpler optical-electronic approach.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to an improved probe for precisely positioning a probe tip at a measurement point. For this purpose, an image capturing device such as a camera may be firmly arranged at the probe. The image capturing device may capture image data around an area of the probe tip. The captured image data may be provided to a user during positioning the probe tip at the desired measuring point.