X-ray Detector Tray Cable Management for Stable Data Transmission
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current X-ray imaging apparatuses face challenges in maintaining reliable data transmission and detector charging due to the limitations of wireless connections, particularly when replacing detectors of different sizes, as they often result in unstable cable connections and movement issues during tray and cable manipulation.
Innovation Solution
A detector support device with a sliding tray and cable management system, featuring a bracket, slide tray, detector tray, connector, and cable, where the cable is secured with fixing and bending portions to prevent tangling and ensure stable connection during sliding and rotation, allowing for easy detector replacement and charging without disrupting signal transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a wireless connection method is used between the detector and the image system, then the detector replacement is convenient and the tray can be easily pulled out, but the data transmission reliability and system stability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is segmented into a fixed connector on the detection bed and a movable connector on the slide tray, allowing independent movement of the tray while maintaining connection integrity. The cable is divided into a fixed portion and a movable portion with bending sections that accommodate tray movement separately.
Solution Approach 2:
A cable with bending portions acts as an intermediary between the fixed connector and the movable detector tray, transmitting data and power while accommodating the relative movement between the tray and the detection bed through its flexible structure.
2Ease of operation
If the tray is designed to slide for easy detector replacement, then the ease of operation improves, but the cable connection stability deteriorates due to movement
Solution Approach 1:
The cable connection system transitions from a rigid fixed connection to a dynamic flexible connection that can adapt to tray movement. The bending portions of the cable dynamically adjust their shape and position as the tray slides in and out, maintaining connection stability throughout the motion range.
Solution Approach 2:
The cable incorporates flexible bending portions that can deform and flex to accommodate the sliding motion of the tray, maintaining electrical connection stability while allowing mechanical movement. The flexible cable structure absorbs the stress of tray insertion and removal without compromising connection integrity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If higher imaging functions and quality are required, then the imaging capability improves, but the wireless connection system becomes insufficient and more complex wired connections are needed
Solution Approach 1:
The slide tray connector is designed as a universal interface that integrates multiple functions including data transmission, power supply, and detector communication into a single connection system, supporting various imaging functions without requiring separate connection systems for each function.
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AI summary
A detector support device is described comprising a bracket, slide and detector trays, a connector and a cable. The connector comprises detector and cable interfaces, wherein the detector interface is installed on the detector tray to connect to the detector, and an accommodation cavity, in which the cable interface is located, is opened from an upper surface of the slide tray. A first fixing portion fixed to a bottom wall of the accommodation cavity and a first bending portion extending from the first fixing portion to a first end of the cable are also provided between the first end and a second end of the cable, the first end of the cable extends out of the slide tray so as to be connected to an external connector, and the second end of the cable is connected to the cable interface.