X-ray Detection Panel Contact Support Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional X-ray detection apparatuses face deteriorated manufacturing and electrical characteristics due to poor connection between the detection panel and external devices, and repairing these apparatuses is complicated when defects occur.

Innovation Solution

An X-ray detection apparatus with a contact support unit that applies continuous pressure to maintain contact between the connection circuit unit and the detection panel, allowing for easy insertion, stable connection, and efficient replacement of the detection panel, using a press member with a sensor to manage pressure and distance.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If the detection panel and external devices are connected using conventional methods, then the apparatus can detect X-ray, but the manufacturing characteristics and electrical characteristics are deteriorated due to poor connection

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveelectrical characteristicsVSAvoidmanufacturing characteristics
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

A connection circuit unit is introduced as an intermediary component between the detection panel and external devices. This connection circuit unit includes a connector that facilitates reliable electrical connection while simplifying the manufacturing process. The connector acts as a mediator that resolves the contradiction by providing a standardized interface that improves both electrical characteristics and ease of manufacture.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Reliability

If the detection panel is fixed firmly to maintain contact, then electrical connection is improved, but the panel cannot be easily replaced when defective

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconnection characteristicsVSAvoidpanel replacement
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of repair

Solution Approach 1:

The connection mechanism is designed to be dynamic rather than static. The connector allows for easy insertion and removal of the detection panel while maintaining stable electrical connection during operation. This dynamic design enables the panel to be firmly connected during use but easily replaced when defective, resolving the contradiction between connection reliability and ease of repair.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Reliability

If pressure is applied continuously to maintain contact, then electrical connection is stable, but the structure becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecontact stabilityVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The connector is designed to self-maintain contact through its own structural characteristics. The connection circuit unit inherently provides stable electrical connection without requiring additional active pressure application mechanisms. The connector's design allows it to self-service by maintaining reliable contact through its structural properties, thereby improving contact stability without increasing overall device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

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

Improves electrical characteristics by maintaining stable connections and simplifies the manufacturing and repair processes by ensuring consistent contact and easy panel replacement, enhancing the overall efficiency and reliability of the X-ray detection apparatus.

Implementation Method 1

a detection panel configured to be inserted into and ejected from the case, where the detection panel is electrically connected to the connection circuit unit

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectScintillation: Scintillation

Data Source

PatentUS9161730B2Apparatus for detecting X-ray, method of manufacturing the same, and method of repairing the same
Publication Date: 2015.10.20 SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO LTD
  • US9161730B2 patent drawing
  • US9161730B2 patent drawing
  • US9161730B2 patent drawing

AI summary

An X-ray detection apparatus including a case; a circuit board disposed in the case; a connection circuit unit disposed in the case, where the connection circuit unit is electrically connected with the circuit board and includes an integrated circuit (“IC”) chip; a detection panel configured to be inserted into and ejected from the case, where the detection panel is electrically connected to the connection circuit unit; and a contact support unit disposed in the case, wherein the contact support unit allows the connection circuit unit and the detection panel to contact each other by applying a force on the connection circuit unit.