Movable X-ray Tube and Dual Image Receiving Modules for Multi-Position Imaging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional X-ray imaging apparatuses require multiple setups for different patient positions, such as standing and lying, necessitating separate devices and frequent adjustments, which is inefficient and inconvenient for medical imaging.
Innovation Solution
A scanning system with a movable bed panel and X-ray mechanism that can switch between bed-panel imaging mode and lateral imaging mode, allowing for both lying and standing positions to be scanned using the same system, equipped with two image-receiving modules and an X-ray tube that can be positioned vertically and laterally for comprehensive imaging.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate X-ray imaging apparatuses are used for different patient positions (standing and lying), then imaging coverage for different positions is improved, but device complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple imaging functions (bed-panel mode and lateral mode) into a single X-ray imaging apparatus. The system integrates a movable bed panel with image-receiving modules positioned at different locations, allowing one apparatus to perform imaging for both lying and standing patient positions, thereby reducing the need for multiple separate devices
Solution Approach 2:
The X-ray imaging apparatus is designed with universal functionality to handle multiple imaging scenarios. By incorporating adjustable bed panels, movable image-receiving modules, and reconfigurable X-ray tube positions, the system can adapt to serve both bed-panel imaging mode (for lying patients) and lateral imaging mode (for standing patients), making a single device versatile enough to replace multiple specialized apparatuses
2Adaptability or versatility
If frequent adjustments of X-ray sources and image-receiving devices are made to achieve multi-directional images, then imaging flexibility is improved, but operation time and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system pre-configures multiple image-receiving modules at predetermined positions (first image-receiving module on the bed panel, second image-receiving module on the second base) and pre-positions the X-ray tube on a movable carriage. These preliminary arrangements allow the system to quickly switch between imaging modes without requiring frequent on-the-spot adjustments, as the components are already positioned for various imaging scenarios
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamic positioning capabilities where the bed panel can be moved relative to the first base, the second base can be repositioned, and the X-ray tube on the movable carriage can be adjusted vertically and laterally. This dynamic configuration allows the system to adapt to different imaging needs efficiently, reducing adjustment time while maintaining high flexibility
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 convenient and comprehensive X-ray imaging for both lying and standing positions within a single system, facilitating routine radiography and 3D digital tomosynthesis, thereby improving diagnostic capabilities and reducing the need for multiple apparatuses.
Implementation Method 1
The X-ray mechanism, connected with the first base, includes an X-ray tube
Data Source
AI summary
A scanning system includes a first base, a bed panel, a bed board, a second base and an X-ray mechanism. The bed panel, movably located on the first base, includes a first image-receiving module. The bed board is movably located on the bed panel. The second base, located aside to the first base, includes a second image-receiving module. The X-ray mechanism, connected with the first base, includes an X-ray tube. While the bed panel and the bed board are moved away from the second base, and the X-ray mechanism is moved toward the second base; then, the X-ray tube would undergo a vertical movement to a position aside to a lateral side of the first base by facing the second base.