X-ray Fluoroscopic Imaging Apparatus Gripping Portion Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional X-ray fluoroscopic imaging apparatuses face inefficiencies in adjusting the X-ray irradiation range while the operator moves the imaging system, leading to prolonged imaging times and operator burden.
Innovation Solution
The X-ray fluoroscopic imaging apparatus incorporates an operation panel with the X-ray irradiation range adjustment portion and relative position adjustment portion positioned on the gripping portion, allowing for efficient adjustment of the X-ray irradiation range and relative position without visual recognition of the operation panel, enhancing operability and usability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the operation panel is positioned away from the gripping portion, then the operator can visually recognize the operation panel, but the operator cannot adjust the X-ray irradiation range efficiently while gripping the imaging system
Solution Approach 1:
The operation panel is integrated directly onto the gripping portion, merging the control interface with the handling mechanism. This allows the operator to adjust the X-ray irradiation range using operation input portions (buttons, switches, or touch-sensitive areas) that are positioned on the gripping portion itself, enabling simultaneous gripping and control without visual recognition or hand repositioning.
2Measurement precision
If the operator must visually recognize the operation panel to adjust settings, then the operator can accurately control the imaging system, but the operator must release the gripping portion to operate the panel
Solution Approach 1:
The gripping portion is designed to be self-sufficient by incorporating the operation panel directly onto it. The gripping portion itself serves as both the handling mechanism and the control interface, eliminating the need for the operator to switch between gripping and controlling operations. The operation input portions are positioned on surfaces that are naturally accessible during gripping.
3Productivity
If the operation panel is separate from the gripping portion, then the device structure is simpler, but the imaging efficiency decreases due to prolonged adjustment time
Solution Approach 1:
The operation panel is merged with the gripping portion, integrating multiple functions (gripping, controlling, and adjusting) into a single unified structure. This integration eliminates the need for separate control panels and reduces the number of components, thereby simplifying the overall device structure while significantly improving imaging efficiency through simultaneous gripping and control operations.
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
This configuration enables efficient adjustment of the X-ray irradiation range and relative position of the imaging system while the operator grips the apparatus, reducing imaging time and improving operator comfort and efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
an X-ray source configured to emit X-rays toward the subject
Implementation Method 2
a detector configured to detect X-rays emitted from the X-ray source and transmitted through the subject
Data Source
AI summary
An X-ray fluoroscopic imaging apparatus includes an imaging system, a gripping portion, and an operation panel portion. The gripping portion extends along a direction substantially parallel to the operation panel portion, and is connected to the operation panel portion. The plurality of operation input portions includes at least an X-ray irradiation range adjustment portion for adjusting an X-ray irradiation range. The X-ray irradiation range adjustment portion is provided at a position on a side of the gripping portion in a plane of the operation panel portion.