Wireless Ultrasound Probe Automatic Pairing via Charging State Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless ultrasound probes require manual pairing with ultrasound diagnostic apparatuses, which is inconvenient and time-consuming, especially when the charging power is discontinued, necessitating a method to automatically detect this state and facilitate seamless pairing.
Innovation Solution
A wireless ultrasound probe and ultrasound diagnostic apparatus configuration that includes a battery, wireless communication module, and controller, which detects the discontinuation of charging power and automatically pairs with the diagnostic apparatus, transmitting probe characteristics and enabling automatic activation upon user input.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual pairing is used for wireless ultrasound probe connection, then pairing can be established, but user convenience deteriorates and setup time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by detecting probe detachment from the charging case and automatically initiating pairing mode before the user needs to use the probe. The ultrasound diagnostic apparatus proactively searches for and pairs with the detached probe, eliminating the need for manual pairing operations and reducing setup time.
2Ease of operation
If automatic pairing is implemented, then user convenience is improved, but device complexity increases due to additional detection and control mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service by allowing the ultrasound diagnostic apparatus to automatically detect when the probe is detached from the charging case and initiate pairing without user intervention. The apparatus monitors charging power discontinuation and autonomously manages the pairing process, reducing the need for complex manual controls while maintaining simplicity.
3Productivity
If wireless communication module is activated for automatic pairing, then pairing speed is improved, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses periodic action by activating the wireless communication module only when needed - specifically when the probe is detected to be detached from the charging case. The controller intermittently checks charging power status and activates wireless communication only during detachment events, rather than continuously, thus achieving fast pairing when required while minimizing energy consumption during charging and storage.
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AI summary
Provided is a wireless ultrasound probe configured to detect a state in which the wireless ultrasound probe is detached from a charging terminal, causing supply of the charging power to the wireless ultrasound probe to be discontinued, and the wireless ultrasound probe is paired with the ultrasound diagnostic apparatus by using a wireless communication scheme when supply of the charging power is discontinued. Also provided are an ultrasound diagnostic apparatus and an operating method of the ultrasound diagnostic apparatus configured to be automatically paired with a wireless ultrasound probe in a state in which the wireless ultrasound probe is detached from a charging terminal of the ultrasound diagnostic apparatus, causing supply of the charging power to the wireless ultrasound probe to be discontinued.