Adjustable X-ray Detector Support with Movable Stoppers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing support devices for X-ray detectors are not adaptable to accommodate X-ray detectors of different sizes, requiring separate devices for each model, which is inefficient and limits versatility in medical imaging applications.
Innovation Solution
A support device with a limiting device comprising a bottom plate, mounting members, and stoppers that can move and be adjusted to fixed positions, allowing for the accommodation of various X-ray detector sizes by adjusting the distance between stoppers to match the detector's dimensions, facilitating easy replacement and alignment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed-size tray is used to support the X-ray detector, then the structure is simple and stable, but it cannot accommodate detectors of different sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The support device incorporates movable mounting members that can be adjusted to different positions along the tray, transforming a static fixed-size structure into a dynamic adjustable one. This allows the same tray to accommodate detectors of various sizes by repositioning the mounting members and stoppers accordingly.
Solution Approach 2:
The tray is designed with universal adaptability through the movable mounting members and adjustable stoppers, enabling a single device to serve multiple functions by supporting different detector sizes. The signal interface plate with multiple connection terminals further enhances this universality by accommodating different signal connection requirements.
2Reliability
If separate support devices are provided for each detector model, then each device is optimized for its specific detector, but the overall system complexity increases and operation becomes less efficient
Solution Approach 1:
The movable mounting members with adjustable stoppers enable dynamic reconfiguration of the support device, allowing operators to quickly adapt the tray to different detector sizes by simply repositioning the mounting members and stoppers, rather than replacing entire support devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The support device is segmented into independent adjustable components (mounting members, stoppers, signal interface plate) that can be individually repositioned. This segmentation allows flexible adaptation to different detector configurations while maintaining overall structural integrity and mounting reliability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the distance between opposite baffles is kept constant, then the manufacturing is simple, but it cannot accommodate detectors of different widths
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of manufacturing trays with variable fixed baffle distances for different detector widths, the invention introduces movable mounting members that can be repositioned along the tray. This dynamic adjustment mechanism allows a single tray design to accommodate various detector widths without complicating the manufacturing process.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable mounting members act as intermediaries between the fixed tray structure and the detectors of different widths. These mounting members provide the necessary adaptability, allowing the simple fixed-tray structure to support variable-width detectors without requiring complex custom-manufactured trays for each width.
4Ease of operation
If the support device is designed for easy detector replacement, then the operation is efficient, but the structural stability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The support device is divided into modular components (mounting members, stoppers, signal interface plate) that can be independently adjusted and repositioned. This segmentation enables easy detector replacement while maintaining structural stability, as each component can be securely positioned and locked in place during operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable mounting members provide dynamic adjustability for easy detector replacement, while the ability to lock these members at specific positions ensures structural stability during X-ray detection. The stoppers provide additional stabilization by limiting the movement range of the mounting members.
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AI summary
The present invention provides a support device for an X-ray detector and an X-ray detection device, the support device comprising a bottom plate and a limiting device mounted on the bottom plate, the limiting device comprising a limiting frame, two mounting members connected to the limiting frame, and two stoppers respectively arranged on the two mounting members. At least one of the two mounting members is configured to be able to move in a particular direction and to be limited at one of a plurality of fixed positions on the limiting frame, and the two stoppers are used for limiting the movement of the X-ray detector in the particular direction.