Ultrasonic Control Panel Movement Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Ultrasonic diagnostic apparatuses face challenges in user convenience due to the bulkiness of the control panel, which is difficult to move independently from the body, limiting its positioning and usability during diagnostic procedures.
Innovation Solution
The apparatus incorporates a movement unit connected to the body via a connecting unit with rotatable and sliding components, allowing the control panel to be moved to desired positions on a x-y plane or x-y-z space, with a fixing mechanism to secure it in place, enhancing user convenience and space efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If the control panel is integrated with the body, then structural stability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to difficulty in moving the bulky control panel
Solution Approach 1:
The control panel is separated from the body through the introduction of a movement unit and connecting unit, allowing the control panel to be divided into a fixed portion (body) and a movable portion (control panel), thereby enabling independent movement while maintaining structural integrity when connected
Solution Approach 2:
The control panel transitions from a static fixed position to a dynamic movable position through the connecting unit with rotatable and sliding components, allowing the control panel to be moved to convenient positions for user operation while maintaining stability when fixed
2Adaptability or versatility
If the control panel is made bulky to include all controls, then functionality is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to difficulty in positioning
Solution Approach 1:
The bulky control panel is made dynamically movable through the connecting unit, allowing it to be positioned at convenient locations for user operation. The rotatable and sliding components enable the control panel to reach various positions while maintaining all its control functions
Solution Approach 2:
The control panel movement is extended from simple linear translation to multi-dimensional movement including rotation and sliding along rails, providing enhanced positioning flexibility in x-y plane or x-y-z space while maintaining full functionality
3Stability of the object's composition
If the control panel is fixed in position, then stability is improved, but adaptability deteriorates due to inability to adjust to user needs
Solution Approach 1:
The control panel system incorporates both dynamic movement capability through the connecting unit and static fixation capability through the fixing mechanism, allowing the control panel to be adapted to different user positions while maintaining stability during operation
Solution Approach 2:
The fixing mechanism is designed to be operable by the user, allowing the user to fix the control panel at desired positions independently. The system provides self-service functionality where the user can adjust and secure the control panel position according to their needs
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 the control panel to be easily moved and fixed at various positions, improving user convenience and reducing unnecessary movements, thus enhancing the operational efficiency of the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus.
Implementation Method 1
The at least one connecting unit may have a first end unit rotatably coupled to the body and a second end unit rotatably coupled to the movement unit
Implementation Method 2
The at least one rail may be installed on at least one of the body and the movement unit such that at least one of the first end unit and the second end unit is slidingly moved
Implementation Method 3
with a fixing mechanism to secure it in place
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AI summary
Disclosed herein are an ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus having a movement unit movably connected to a body, and a control method thereof. The ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus includes a body, a movement unit movably connected at the body, at least one connecting unit having a first end unit rotatably coupled to the body and a second end unit rotatably coupled to the movement unit, and at least one rail installed at least at the one of the body or the movement unit such that at least the one of the first end unit or the second end unit may be slidingly moved. The movement unit may be conveniently moved to a desired position by a user.