BG2581U1 - Multifunctional controller for dental peripheral devices - Google Patents

Abstract

The multifunctional dental peripheral controller consists of two main interconnected modules - a power module (1) and a control module (2), wherein the power module (1) is incorporated into a dental chair and the control module (2) is mounted within the user range, as the power module (1) comprising a main processor (3), to which are bi-directionally connected a data buffer input for pneumatic control signals (4), an input buffer for electrical control signals (5) and via a multifunctional three-phase generator with a Pulse-width modulator (6) with a controlling driver (7), a reverse-induced voltage detector (8), and a tool light source driver (9), an output switch with a multifunction interface (10) with an n-number of channels (11) for connecting n-number of dental peripheral devices, and the control module (2) comprising a main processor (12) to which a user information display (13) , an input device (14), a wireless interface unit (15), a USB interface unit (16), a non-volatile memory card interface unit (17), an audible signal generator (18), and a galvanically separated patient connection module (19) with an independent processor (20) bi-directionally coupled to the patient signal metering generator (21) and a detector of the measured signal (22). 1 claim, 3 figures

Description

Field of technology

The utility model relates to a multifunctional controller for dental peripherals and will find application in medicine, in particular in dental practice in the equipment of dental units.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

A dental treatment system is known, consisting of a computer (processor), means of examination (diagnosis) and dental instruments that are controlled by the computer. The software contained in the computer is for the management of research tools and instruments / 1 /.

In such a proposed system, after performing the diagnosis, the computer decides which therapy is most appropriate, thus avoiding the subjective judgment of the doctor.

A device and system for information processing and personal information is known. The system consists of a processor and a database connected to diagnostic devices and a patient treatment device. The software contained in the computer is for managing the research tools and instruments / 2 /.

The main purpose of this system is to collect and process information from and about the patient and forward this information for diagnosis and subsequent treatment of the patient.

A system for performing dental procedures is also known, containing a control device and dental instruments connected to it / 3 /.

This system has limited functionality, insufficient for modern equipment of a dental unit.

Technical essence of the utility model

The task of the utility model is to create a multifunctional controller for dental peripherals, allowing the installation of any peripheral device, with the establishment of an ergonomic workplace, which involves improving the quality of patient care due to expanding the services offered and reducing their cost.

The problem is solved by the proposed multifunctional controller for dental peripherals, including two main interconnected modules - power module and control module, where the power module is built into a dental chair and the control module is installed within reach of the user. According to the utility model, the power module includes a main processor to which are connected in two directions for data exchange input buffer for pneumatic control signals, input buffer for electrical control signals and control driver for peristaltic pumps, and through a multifunctional three-phase generator with PWM modulator, child reverse induced voltage and instrument light source driver, the main processor is connected to an output switch with a multifunctional interface with n-number of channels for connecting η-number of dental peripherals. According to the same utility model, the control module includes a main processor to which are connected bidirectionally for data exchange user information display, input device, wireless interface unit, USB interface unit, non-volatile memory card interface unit, sound signals and galvanically separated module for communication with the patient with an independent processor, connected in both directions with a generator of measuring signal supplied to the patient and with a detector of the measured signal, and galvanically isolated voltage converter for connection with the power module and module for optical connection to the main processor of the control module.

The advantages of the proposed multifunctional controller for dental peripherals are its high reliability and long service life, while providing an ergonomic workplace and improving the quality of patient care.

Explanation of the attached figures

An exemplary embodiment of the universal controller for dental peripherals is shown in the attached figures, which only explain it, but do not limit it, and where:

2581 UI Figure 1 depicts a general block diagram of a universal controller for dental peripherals;

figure 2 is a block diagram of the power module;

Figure 3 is a block diagram of the control module and the patient communication module contained therein.

Exemplary implementation of the utility model

According to the attached figure 1, the universal controller for dental peripherals consists of two main interconnected modules - the power module 1 and the control module 2. The power module 1 is built into the dental chair. The control module 2 is mounted within reach of the user (dentist), next to the work table. This ensures ergonomics in the user's workplace.

The power module 1 (Fig. 2) includes a main processor 3, to which are connected in two directions for data exchange input buffer for pneumatic control signals 4 and input buffer for electrical control signals 5. The main processor 3 through a multifunctional three-phase generator with PWM modulator 6, a voltage reverse induction detector 8 and a light source driver of the instrument 9 are connected to an output switch with a multifunctional interface 10 with η-number of channels 11, for connecting η-number of dental peripherals. A control driver for peristaltic pumps 7 is also connected to the main processor 3.

The main characteristics of the proposed power module are:

1. Multichannel, ie. designed to include several dental peripherals (micromotors, scalers, electrocautery, etc.);

2. Each channel is multifunctional, ie. any tool can be connected to it, for which the parameters are set during initial installation;

3. Controls as a peripheral device one or two peristaltic pumps, providing sterile cooling or irrigation, regulating (changing if necessary) at any time the supply voltage;

4. Reports the measurements of several pneumatic air pressure sensors;

5. Reports the measurements of several electrical inputs;

6. Controls as peripherals electric micromotors of the following types:

- brush DC;

- brushless BLDC;

- brushless with integrated position sensor HS-BLDC.

7. Controls as peripheral devices electric ultrasonic scalers;

8. Controls the light source in each peripheral device - bulb or one or more LEDs by adjusting (changing if necessary) at any time the supply voltage;

9. Controls electric motors by adjusting (changing if necessary) at any time their speed and direction of rotation, based on:

- information received from the power module

- information received from the control module

- rotor position information determined by position sensor or calculated on the basis of electrical measurements and mathematical analysis

- information received from the patient communication module;

10. Controls electrical scalers by adjusting (changing if necessary) at any time the frequency and amplitude of the control voltage, based on:

- information received from the control module

- information received from the patient communication module.

According to the attached figure 3, the control module 2 includes a main processor 12 to which are connected in both directions for data exchange user information display 12, input device (touch screen) 14, wireless (WIFI) interface unit 15, USB interface unit 16, a non-volatile (SD) memory card interface unit 17, an audio signal generator 18, and a galvanically separated patient communication module 19 with an independent processor 20 connected in both directions to a metering signal generator supplied to the patient 21 and a detector. the measured signal 22. A galvanically isolated voltage converter 23 is connected to the independent processor 20, performing

2581 the UI connection to the power module 1 and the optical connection module 24 communicating with the main processor 12.

The main characteristics of the control module are:

1. It is powered and communicates (exchanges data) with the power module, thus enabling the user to exercise full control over the operation of the individual dental peripherals;

2. It comprises a galvanically isolated part - the module for communication with the patient 19 with an independent microcontroller / processor 20, which communicates (exchanges data) with the main microcontroller / processor 12;

The main characteristics of the proposed module for contact with the patient are:

1. Perform the following measurements:

- apex location;

- measurement of tooth vitality (electroodontic diagnostics, vitality scanner);

- measurement of corrosion potential;

- measuring the thickness of tooth enamel;

2. Performs the following therapeutic procedures:

- iontophoresis;

- electrophoresis.

According to the proposed multifunctional controller for dental peripherals, the interface for control of the various peripherals is unified and intuitive, made with the help of a color display and touchscreen.

With the use of the universal controller for dental peripherals, an increase in the level and quality of patient care is achieved.

The universal controller for dental peripherals is designed for integration (installation) in stationary and portable dental chairs (dental units). It is applicable both for new units and for modernization of older models.

Claims (1)

Claims A multifunctional controller for dental peripherals, characterized in that it consists of two main interconnected modules - a power module (1) and a control module (2), wherein the power module (1) is integrated in a dental chair, and the control module (2) is mounted within the user's range, the power module (1) including a main processor (3) to which are connected in both directions for data exchange input buffer for pneumatic control signals (4), input buffer for electrical control signals (5) and control driver for peristaltic pumps (7), and by means of a multifunctional three-phase generator with PWM modulator (6), detector for voltage induction (8) and driver for light source of the instrument (9), as the main processor ( 3) is connected to an output switch with a multifunctional interface (10) with η-number of channels (11) for connecting η-number of dental peripherals, and the control module (2) includes a main processor (12) to which are connected in both directions h and data exchange user information display (13), input device (14), wireless interface unit (15), USB interface unit (16), non-volatile memory card interface unit (17), audio signal generator (18) and a galvanically separated patient communication node (19) with an independent processor (20) connected in both directions to an electrical signal generator (21) and a measured signal detector (22), connected to the independent processor (20) and a galvanically isolated voltage converter (23) for connection to the power module (1) and an optical connection module (24) for connection to the main processor (12).