JP5573648B2 - Compensation filter apparatus and X-ray imaging apparatus using the same - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate and an X-ray imaging apparatus using the compensation filter device.

  Conventionally, this type of compensation filter apparatus is used in an X-ray imaging apparatus such as an X-ray fluoroscopic imaging apparatus, and is attached to an X-ray tube of the X-ray fluoroscopic imaging apparatus so as to be semi-transmissive to X-rays. Halation is suppressed by the plate. For example, when a part of the subject is more likely to transmit X-rays than other parts, halation may occur in that part. The compensation filter plate serves to suppress the halation by semi-transmitting the X-rays in such a portion. For this purpose, the compensation filter plate is driven and moved to a target location.

  As shown in FIG. 14, the compensation filter device 101 including the compensation filter plate F is attached to the X-ray irradiation side of the X-ray tube 102. Usually, the fluoroscopic imaging apparatus includes a collimator 103 that controls the irradiation field of X-rays, and a compensation filter plate F is attached upstream of the collimator 103 as shown in FIG. In addition, you may attach the compensation filter board F downstream from the collimator 103 (for example, refer patent document 1). In addition, the X-ray fluoroscopic apparatus includes an X-ray detector 104.

  X-rays irradiated from the X-ray tube 102 pass through the compensation filter device 101, further pass through the subject M, and then detect the X-rays transmitted by the X-ray detector 104, so that X-ray fluoroscopy of the subject M is performed. Take a picture. In the case where the compensation filter plate is driven using rotational motion and straight motion, there are structures shown in FIGS. 15A and 15B below. Hereinafter, the rotational motion using the motor and the linear motion using the linear mechanism will be described with reference to FIG.

  As shown in the plan view of FIG. 15A, the compensation filter device 101 includes a motor 110, a gear 111, a compensation filter plate F, and a linear mechanism 112. The rectilinear mechanism 112 includes a motor 113, two pulleys 114, and a belt 115, and the motor 113 of the rectilinear mechanism 112 is mounted on the gear 111. The compensation filter plate F is connected to the belt 115. Each of the motors 110 and 113 is electrically connected to the motor wiring. In FIG. 15A, only the motor wiring 116 electrically connected to the motor 113 is shown, and the motor 110 is electrically connected to the motor 110. The illustration of the motor wiring is omitted. The “gear” used in the present specification includes not only a “gear” having a so-called “zigzag tooth” but also a plate-like object (rotary plate) that does not have a “tooth” and is driven to rotate. Please note that.

  As indicated by the arrow in FIG. 15A, the gear 111 is rotated by the rotation of the motor 110, and the compensation filter plate F is also rotated accordingly. On the other hand, as indicated by an arrow in FIG. 15A, the belt 115 is moved in the straight traveling direction via the pulley 114 in contact with the motor 113 by the rotational drive of the motor 113 of the straight traveling mechanism 112. The compensation filter plate F connected to the belt 115 also moves in the same direction as the belt 115 moves in the straight direction as shown by the arrow in FIG. Approach or move away. The compensation filter plate F can be moved to the intended location by combining these two motions (rotational motion and linear motion).

Generally, two compensation filter plates are required in one set, and two of the above-described rotation and rectilinear mechanisms are overlapped in one set. Specifically, as shown in the plan view of FIG. 15 (b), the motor 110, the gear 111, and the rectilinear mechanism 112 similar to those in FIG. 15 (a) are provided, and two compensation filter plates F ₁ and F ₂ are further provided. And a motor 120 and a gear 121 stacked on top of the gear 111 as shown in the sectional view of FIG. Similar to FIG. 15A, the linear mechanism 122 includes a motor 123, two pulleys 124, and a belt 125, and the motor 123 of the linear mechanism 122 is mounted on the gear 121. The compensation filter plate F ₁ is connected to the belt 115, and the compensation filter plate F ₂ is connected to the belt 125. In FIG. 15 (b), illustration of motor wiring electrically connected to each motor is omitted. Since the rotational movement and the straight movement of the compensation filter plates F ₁ and F ₂ are the same as those in FIG. 15A, the description thereof is omitted.

Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 11-041519

However, the conventional example having the configuration shown in FIG. 15 has the following problems.
That is, in FIG. 15A, since the motor wiring 116 from the motor 113 mounted on the gear 111 must be fixed by a wiring fixture or the like not shown, the compensation filter plate F is unidirectionally moved. Operation that keeps rotating is impossible. 15B and 15C, in order to reduce the size of the compensation filter device, as shown in the side view of FIG. 15C, two gears 111 and 121 are stacked one above the other. It has a structure of laminating, by the continues to rotate at least one of the two gears 111 and 121 in one direction and straight mechanism 112 of the upper gear 121 and the compensating filter plate F ₂ and the lower is the interference, the rotation The angle is limited.

  The present invention has been made in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a compensation filter device that can eliminate the limitation of the rotation angle and an X-ray imaging device using the same.

In order to achieve such an object, the present invention has the following configuration.
That is, a compensation filter device according to the present invention is a compensation filter device that drives a compensation filter plate, and includes a plurality of rotating means that drive the compensation filter plate by rotational driving, and the plurality of rotating means. Each of the rotating means is provided with a driving means for rotationally driving, and the plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other, and one of the plurality of rotating means, one rotating means of the two rotating means, and the compensation filter Each plate is configured to be rotatable around a support location, and a projection is provided on one of the two rotation means or the compensation filter plate, and the other A long hole that fits into the protrusion and is movable is provided so that each driving means does not rotate with each rotating means. Adult City, a holding means for holding the two rotating means for each rotation means, is characterized in that by each of the holding means for holding the inner side of the two rotating means (first invention )
A compensation filter device according to an invention different from the above-described invention is a compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate, comprising a plurality of rotating means for driving the compensation filter plate by rotational driving, Drive means for rotating each of the rotation means for each rotation means, and the plurality of rotation means are stacked one above the other, and one of the plurality of rotation means is one of the two rotation means. And the compensation filter plate is configured to be rotatable around a support location, and a projection is provided on one of the two rotation means or the compensation filter plate. The other is provided with an elongated hole that fits into the protrusion and is movable so that each of the driving means does not rotate with each rotating means. The holding means for holding the two rotating means is provided for each rotating means, and the outside of the two rotating means is held by each of the holding means (second). Invention).
Further, a compensation filter device according to an invention different from the above-described invention is a compensation filter device that drives a compensation filter plate, and includes a plurality of rotating means that drives the compensation filter plate by rotational driving, Drive means for rotating each of the plurality of rotation means is provided for each rotation means, the plurality of rotation means are stacked one above the other, and one of two rotation means among the plurality of rotation means. Each of the rotating means and the compensation filter plate is configured to be rotatable around a support location, and a protrusion is formed on either one of the two rotating means or the compensation filter plate. In addition, an elongated hole is provided on the other side so that the projection can be moved and the projection can move, so that each of the driving means does not rotate with each of the rotating means. , Constitute respectively the bearings in contact with the plurality of rotating means is characterized in further comprising for each rotation means (third invention).

[Operation and Effect] According to the compensation filter device according to these inventions (first to third inventions) , a plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other. Each rotation means is provided with a drive means for rotating each of the plurality of rotation means, and each drive means is configured so as not to rotate together with each rotation means, thereby rotating each rotation means in one direction. It is possible to continue driving. Further, each of the plurality of rotating means is configured such that one of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate can be rotated around the support location. Furthermore, by providing a protrusion on one of the other rotating means or the compensation filter plate of the two rotating means, and by providing a slot that fits the protrusion and allows the protrusion to move, The compensation filter plate can be moved within the range of the elongated hole while being held at the position where the projection is provided by the other rotating means. Therefore, when each rotating means is driven to rotate by each driving means, the compensation filter plate held by each rotating means can be moved not only in the rotation direction but also within the range of the long hole. -Along with the movement, the compensation filter plate can be moved to the intended location with one compensation filter plate. As a result, the two rotation means can be continuously driven to rotate in one direction, so that the limitation on the rotation angle can be eliminated.
The first invention is to provide holding means for holding two rotating means for each rotating means, and to hold the inside of the two rotating means by each holding means. Further, it is more preferable to guide the compensation filter plate by the holding means. The second invention is to provide holding means for holding two rotating means for each rotating means, and to hold the outside of the two rotating means by each holding means. 3rd invention is equipped with the bearing which contacts a some rotation means for every rotation means. The bearing can reduce the frictional force caused by the rotation, and the plurality of rotating means can be driven smoothly.

  In the above-described compensation filter device, it is preferable that each driving unit rotationally drives the two rotating units so that the two rotating units rotate in the opposite directions at the same rotational speed. For example, as shown in FIG. 11A, which will be described later, when the elongated hole extends linearly, the compensation filter plate does not rotate in the rotation direction, but approaches or moves away from the rotation center. It moves to.

  Alternatively, in the above-described compensation filter device, it is preferable that each driving unit rotationally drives the two rotating units so that the two rotating units rotate in the same direction at the same rotational speed. For example, as shown in FIG. 11A, which will be described later, when the elongated hole extends in a straight line, the compensation filter plate does not move toward or away from the center of rotation but rotates only in the rotation direction. To do. In addition, it is not limited to the same rotational speed mentioned above.

  It is possible to rotate only one of the rotating means and fix it without driving the other rotating means, or different rotational speeds may be used.

  In the former case, each driving means rotates only one rotating means of the two rotating means, and fixes the other rotating means of the two rotating means without rotating. For example, as shown in FIG. 11A to be described later, when the elongated hole extends linearly, the compensation filter plate moves in combination with the rotation direction and the direction approaching or moving away from the rotation center. .

  In the latter case, each driving means rotates and rotates the two rotating means so that the two rotating means rotate at different rotational speeds. For example, as shown in FIG. 11A, which will be described later, even when the elongated hole extends linearly, the compensation filter plate moves closer to or away from the rotation direction and the rotation center as in the former case. Move in combination with direction.

  In addition, it is preferable that each driving unit rotates the plurality of rotating units at a predetermined rotational speed based on the set position of the compensation filter plate. For example, the position coordinates of a frequently used compensation filter plate are set (registered) in advance, and a plurality of rotating means are rotated at a predetermined rotational speed based on the set position of the compensation filter plate. The plate can be automatically moved to the position coordinates. Therefore, by not only registering the movement to the general-purpose point in advance, but also by registering the position coordinates of the destination you want to move each time and calculating so that you can move to that point in the shortest time It is also possible to move at the fastest speed.

  In these compensation filter devices described above, when the compensation filter plate is in the middle position of the movable range, the position of the above-mentioned supporting portion of the compensation filter plate and the projection or projection of the compensation filter plate are fitted to the projection. It is preferable to arrange the compensation filter plate so that the position of the movable long hole passes through the center line of the two rotating means. When the compensation filter plate is arranged so that the positions of these support points, protrusions, and long holes pass through the center line of the two rotating means when they are at a position other than the intermediate position (for example, at the end of the movable range). In comparison, when the compensation filter plate is arranged so that the positions of these supporting points, protrusions, and long holes pass through the center lines of the two rotating means when they are in the intermediate position, the deviation of the center line is reduced. Has been confirmed.

An X-ray imaging apparatus according to the present invention is an X-ray imaging apparatus using a compensation filter device that drives a compensation filter plate, and the compensation filter device drives the compensation filter plate by rotational driving. A plurality of rotating means and a driving means for rotating each of the plurality of rotating means are provided for each rotating means, and the plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other. One of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate are configured so as to be rotatable around a support location, respectively, and the other rotating means of the two rotating means or the compensation filter Protrusion is provided on one of the plates, and the other is provided with a long hole that fits the protrusion and allows the protrusion to move. Each of the X-ray imaging apparatus is configured so as not to rotate together, and the X-ray imaging apparatus is based on a position setting means for setting the position of the compensation filter plate, and a position of the compensation filter plate set by the position setting means, Each of the driving means includes a rotation control means for controlling the driving means so as to rotate the plurality of rotating means at a predetermined rotational speed, and the compensation filter device holds the two rotating means. Is provided for each rotation means, and the inside of the two rotation means is held by each of the holding means (fourth invention) .
An X-ray imaging apparatus according to an invention different from the above-described invention is an X-ray imaging apparatus using a compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate, wherein the compensation filter device is rotated to drive the compensation filter. A plurality of rotating means for driving the plate, a driving means for rotating the plurality of rotating means, respectively, are provided for each rotating means, the plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other, and the plurality of rotating means Each of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate are configured so as to be rotatable around a support location, and the other rotating means of the two rotating means. Alternatively, a projection is provided on one of the compensation filter plates, and an elongated hole is provided on the other to fit the projection so that the projection can move. Each of the X-ray imaging apparatuses is configured so as not to rotate together with the rotating means, and the X-ray imaging apparatus is based on a position setting means for setting the position of the compensation filter plate and a position of the compensation filter plate set by the position setting means. Each of the driving means includes a rotation control means for controlling the driving means so as to rotate the plurality of rotating means at a predetermined rotational speed, and the compensation filter device holds the two rotating means. A holding means is provided for each rotating means, and the outside of the two rotating means is held by each of the holding means (fifth invention).
Further, an X-ray imaging apparatus according to an invention different from the above-described invention is an X-ray imaging apparatus using a compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate, wherein the compensation filter device is rotated by driving the compensation filter device. A plurality of rotating means for driving the compensation filter plate, and a driving means for rotating the plurality of rotating means, respectively, are provided for each rotating means, the plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other, and the plurality of rotating means are stacked. Among the rotating means, one of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate are respectively configured so as to be rotatable around a supporting portion, and the other of the two rotating means is configured. A protrusion is provided on one of the rotating means and the compensation filter plate, and an elongated hole is provided on the other to fit the protrusion so that the protrusion can move. The X-ray imaging apparatus includes a position setting unit that sets the position of the compensation filter plate, and the compensation filter plate set by the position setting unit. Rotation control means for controlling the drive means so that each of the drive means rotates the plurality of rotation means at a predetermined rotation speed based on the position of the compensation filter device, wherein the compensation filter device comprises the plurality of rotation means. A bearing that contacts the means is provided for each rotating means (sixth invention).

[Operation / Effect] According to the X-ray imaging apparatus according to these inventions (fourth to sixth inventions) , in addition to the compensation filter apparatus according to the present invention, the X-ray imaging apparatus further includes a compensation filter plate. Based on the position setting means for setting the position and the position of the compensation filter plate set by the position setting means, each driving means controls the driving means to rotate the plurality of rotating means at a predetermined rotational speed. Control means. Therefore, as described in the compensation filter device, for example, the position coordinates of a frequently used compensation filter plate are set (registered) in advance, and a plurality of rotating means are set in advance based on the set position of the compensation filter plate. The compensation filter plate can be automatically moved to the position coordinates by rotating at a rotational speed of. Therefore, by not only registering the movement to the general-purpose point in advance, but also by registering the position coordinates of the destination you want to move each time and calculating so that you can move to that point in the shortest time It is also possible to move at the fastest speed.
In the fourth invention, the compensation filter device is provided with a holding means for holding two rotating means for each rotating means, and the inside of the two rotating means is held by each holding means, as in the first invention. It is. As in the second invention, the compensation filter device includes a holding means for holding the two rotating means for each rotating means, and holds the outside of the two rotating means by each holding means. It is. In the sixth invention, similarly to the third invention, the compensation filter device includes a bearing in contact with a plurality of rotating means for each rotating means. The bearing can reduce the frictional force caused by the rotation, and the plurality of rotating means can be driven smoothly.

According to the compensation filter device and the X-ray imaging apparatus (fourth to sixth inventions) using the compensation filter device according to these inventions (first to third inventions) , two rotating means among the plurality of rotating means. Each of the rotating means and the compensation filter plate is configured so as to be rotatable around the support location. Furthermore, by providing a protrusion on one of the other rotating means or the compensation filter plate of the two rotating means, and by providing a slot that fits the protrusion and allows the protrusion to move, The compensation filter plate can be moved within the range of the elongated hole while being held at the position where the projection is provided by the other rotating means. As a result, the two rotation means can be continuously driven to rotate in one direction, so that the limitation on the rotation angle can be eliminated.
Further, the X-ray imaging apparatus according to these inventions (fourth to sixth inventions) is based on the position setting means for setting the position of the compensation filter plate and the position of the compensation filter plate set by the position setting means. Each driving means includes a rotation control means for controlling the driving means so as to rotate the plurality of rotating means at a predetermined rotational speed.
The first and fourth inventions are provided with a holding means for holding two rotating means for each rotating means, and each holding means holds the inside of the two rotating means. The second and fifth inventions are provided with a holding means for holding two rotating means for each rotating means, and each holding means holds the outside of the two rotating means. 3rd, 6th invention is provided with the bearing which contacts a some rotation means for every rotation means. The bearing can reduce the frictional force caused by the rotation, and the plurality of rotating means can be driven smoothly.

1 is a schematic configuration diagram and a block diagram of an X-ray fluoroscopic imaging apparatus and a compensation filter apparatus used therefor according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 1 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a compensation filter device according to a first embodiment. It is a disassembled perspective view of the gear of the compensation filter apparatus which concerns on Example 1, and a compensation filter board. FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view of a gear presser and a gear spacer of the compensation filter device according to the first embodiment. (A)-(e) is a schematic plan view which shows the operation | movement aspect of a compensation filter board when each gear is rotated, respectively. (A)-(f) is a schematic plan view of each gear and compensation filter board which are used for description of deviation from a center line. 6 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a compensation filter device according to Embodiment 2. FIG. FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of a gear, a compensation filter, a gear presser, and a filter holding base of a compensation filter device according to a second embodiment. FIG. 6 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a compensation filter device according to a third embodiment. It is a schematic plan view of the gear provided with the bearing which concerns on a modification. (A), (b) is a schematic plan view of the shape of a long hole. It is a schematic sectional drawing of the compensation filter apparatus which concerns on a modification. It is a schematic sectional drawing of the compensation filter apparatus which concerns on a modification. It is a schematic block diagram of the conventional X-ray fluoroscopic apparatus and the compensation filter apparatus used for it. (A), (b) is a schematic top view of the gear of a conventional compensation filter apparatus, a compensation filter, a motor, and a rectilinear mechanism, (c) is a schematic sectional drawing of the gear of (b).

Embodiment 1 of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 1 is a schematic configuration diagram of an X-ray fluoroscopic apparatus according to the first embodiment and a compensation filter device used therefor, and FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional view and a block diagram of the compensation filter device according to the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view of the gear and the compensation filter plate of the compensation filter device according to the first embodiment, and FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of the gear retainer and the gear spacer of the compensation filter device according to the first embodiment. In the present embodiment 1, including later-described embodiments 2 and 3, an X-ray fluoroscopic apparatus will be described as an example of the X-ray apparatus.

  As shown in FIG. 1, an X-ray fluoroscopic apparatus 20 according to the first embodiment includes a compensation filter device 21, an X-ray tube 22, a collimator 23, an X-ray detector 24, a memory unit 25, an input unit 26, and an output unit. 27 and a controller 28. The compensation filter device 21 is attached to the X-ray irradiation side of the X-ray tube 22. The compensation filter device 21 includes a compensation filter plate F. In the first embodiment, the compensation filter plate F is attached upstream of the collimator 23. In addition, you may attach the compensation filter board F downstream from the collimator 23. FIG. The X-ray fluoroscopic apparatus 20 corresponds to the X-ray imaging apparatus in the present invention, the compensation filter apparatus 21 corresponds to the compensation filter apparatus in the present invention, and the compensation filter plate F corresponds to the compensation filter plate in the present invention. The input unit 26 corresponds to the position setting means in the present invention, and the controller 28 corresponds to the rotation control means in the present invention.

  The X-ray tube 22 generates X-rays for irradiating the subject M with X-rays. The collimator 23 controls the irradiation field of X-rays and is disposed in the compensation filter device 21 in FIG. Moreover, the collimator 23 is comprised by X-ray absorbers, such as lead, and controls the irradiation field of the X-ray irradiated from the X-ray tube 22 by adjusting the magnitude | size of the opening part of the collimator 23. FIG. The X-ray detector 24 detects X-rays that have passed through the subject M. The X-ray detector 24 is not particularly limited as exemplified by an image intensifier (II), a flat panel type X-ray detector (FPD), and the like. As described above, the X-rays irradiated from the X-ray tube 22 pass through the compensation filter device 21, and further pass through the subject M, and then detect the X-rays transmitted by the X-ray detector 24, thereby detecting the subject. X-ray fluoroscopic imaging of M is performed.

  The memory unit 25 writes and stores data such as an image obtained by X-ray fluoroscopy via the controller 28, reads it out as necessary, and sends the image to the output unit 27 via the controller 28. To output. The memory unit 25 is configured by a storage medium represented by ROM (Read-only Memory), RAM (Random-Access Memory), and the like. In the first embodiment, the set position of the compensation filter plate F is written and stored in the memory unit 25, read when the compensation filter plate F is moved, and sent to the controller 28.

  The input unit 26 sends data and commands input by the operator to the controller 28. The input unit 26 includes a pointing device represented by a mouse, a keyboard, a joystick, a trackball, a touch panel, and the like. In the first embodiment, the input unit 26 functions as a position setting unit that presets (registers) the position coordinates of the compensation filter plate F by inputting the position coordinates of the compensation filter plate F that is frequently used by the input unit 26. Have.

  The output unit 27 includes a display unit represented by a monitor, a printer, and the like. In the first embodiment, an image obtained by fluoroscopic imaging is displayed on the monitor of the output unit 27.

  The controller 28 comprehensively controls each part constituting the X-ray fluoroscopic apparatus 20. The controller 28 includes a central processing unit (CPU). Data such as an image obtained by fluoroscopic imaging is written into the memory unit 25 via the controller 28 and stored, or sent to the output unit 27 for output. When the output unit 27 is a display unit, output is displayed. When the output unit 27 is a printer, output printing is performed.

  In the first embodiment, based on the set position of the compensation filter plate F, two motors 2 and 12 (see FIG. 2), which will be described later, rotate the two gears 1 and 11 (see FIG. 2) for a predetermined rotation. The controller 28 has a function of rotation control means for controlling the two motors 2 and 12 to rotate at a speed. Based on the set position of the compensation filter plate F, the two gears 1 and 11 are rotated at a predetermined rotational speed to automatically move the compensation filter plate F to the position coordinates.

  As shown in FIG. 2, in addition to the above-described compensation filter plate F and collimator 23, the compensation filter device 21 includes two gears 1 and 11, two motors 2 and 12, two gear pressers 3 and 13, Gear spacers 4 and 14 are provided, and two bases 5 and 15 and two spacers 6 and 16 accommodating these are provided. Except for the two motors 2 and 12 and the compensation filter plate F, a perfect circular opening is provided at the center of these, and X-rays pass through this opening. The collimator 23 is attached to the downstream side of the base 15 on the upper side (X-ray irradiation side) of the drawing. The opening is described as a perfect circle shape including Examples 2 and 3 described later, but the shape of the opening is not limited to a perfect circle. The shape of the opening may be a quadrangle or other shapes. The two gears 1 and 11 correspond to the rotating means in the present invention, the two motors 2 and 12 correspond to the driving means in the present invention, and the two gear pressers 3 and 13 correspond to the holding means in the present invention. To do.

  As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, two gears 1 and 11 are stacked one above the other and a compensation filter plate F is interposed between the two gears 1 and 11. The motor 2 rotates the gear 1 and the motor 12 rotates the gear 11. The motor 2 is attached to the side surface of the gear 1 and the motor 12 is attached to the side surface of the gear 11 as shown in FIG.

  The shape of the compensation filter plate F is not particularly limited, and may be the shape shown in FIG. 3, the shape shown in FIG. 5 described later, or the shape shown in FIG. 6 described later. What is necessary is just to design the shape of the compensation filter board F suitably according to a use.

  In the first embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the gear 1 is provided with a protrusion 1a, and the compensation filter plate F is provided with a hole Fa that fits into the protrusion 1a. Further, the gear 11 is provided with a protrusion 11b, and the compensation filter plate F is provided with a long hole Fb that is fitted to the protrusion 11b so that the protrusion 11b can move. In each of the embodiments including the first embodiment, the elongated hole will be described by taking a shape extending linearly as shown in FIG. In the first embodiment, the gear 1 and the compensation filter plate F are provided with the protrusions 1a and the holes 1a and the holes 1a to be fitted in the protrusions 1a. Each is configured to be rotatable about a support location.

  In the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, the gear spacer 4 is provided so that the gear 1 and the base 5 do not contact with each other, and the gear spacer 14 is provided between the gear 11 and the base 15 so as not to contact each other. Provided. Furthermore, a gear retainer 3 that holds the inside of the gear 1 is provided so that the gear 1 does not move except in the rotational direction. Similarly, a gear retainer 13 that holds the inside of the gear 11 is provided so that the gear 11 does not move except in the rotation direction.

  Further, the end of the gear retainer 3 has a recess 3a on the lower side as shown in FIG. 2, and the recess 3a has an annular shape as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 2, the gear presser 3 and the gear spacer 4 are in contact with each other except for the end portion, and at the end portion as shown in FIGS. 2 and 4, the gear is placed in the recess 3 a between the gear presser 3 and the gear spacer 4. 1 (not shown in FIG. 4) is fitted, and the inside of the gear 1 is held by the gear press 3. Moreover, as shown in FIG. 2, the end of the gear press 13 has a depression 13a on the upper side, and the depression 13a has an annular shape as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 2, the gear presser 13 and the gear spacer 14 are in contact with each other except at the end portion, and at the end portion as shown in FIG. 2 and FIG. 4, the gear is placed in the recess 13 a between the gear presser 13 and the gear spacer 14. 11 (not shown in FIG. 4) is fitted, and the inside of the gear 11 is held by the gear press 13.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the lower gear press 3 is in contact with the compensation filter plate F, and the compensation filter plate F is guided by the gear press 3. The compensation filter plate F moves while being guided by the gear retainer 3 while being in contact with the gear retainer 3.

  With the gear spacer 4 mounted on the base 5, the compensation filter plate F, the two gears 1, 11, the two motors 2, 12, the two gear pressers 3, 13 and the two gear spacers 4, 14 are mounted. The spacers 6 and 16 are erected. By placing the base 15 on the upright spacers 6 and 16, the compensation filter device 21 accommodating them as shown in FIG. 2 is completed.

  Next, the operation of the compensation filter plate when the gears 1 and 11 are respectively rotated and moved will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is a schematic plan view showing an operation mode of the compensation filter plate when each gear is rotated. First, in FIG. 5, the gears 1 and 11 are driven to rotate in the opposite directions at the same rotational speed, or the gears 1 and 11 are rotated in the same direction at the same rotational speed. A case where the gears 1 and 11 are driven to rotate so as to rotate will be described. Next, in FIG. 5, a case where the gears 1 and 11 are rotationally driven to rotate the gears 1 and 11 at different rotational speeds will be described. Stepping motors are used for the motors 2 and 12. In addition, in FIG. 5, illustration is abbreviate | omitted about protrusion 1a, 11b, hole Fa, and long hole Fb.

[Case of the same rotation speed]
5 (a), the upper gear 11 is rotated clockwise (clockwise), and the lower gear 1 is rotated counterclockwise (counterclockwise) at the same rotational speed as the gear 11. When rotated, the compensation filter plate F moves away from the center of rotation as shown in FIG. Next, from the mode of FIG. 5B, when the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise and the lower gear 1 is rotated counterclockwise at the same rotational speed as that of the gear 11, FIG. As in the case of c), the compensation filter plate F moves in a direction approaching the center of rotation. 5C, when the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise and the lower gear 1 is rotated counterclockwise in the same direction at the same rotational speed as that of the gear 11, FIG. As in the case of d), the compensation filter plate F also moves in the rotational direction. 5D, when the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise and the lower gear 1 is rotated clockwise at the same rotational speed as that of the gear 11, FIG. As in the embodiment (e), the compensation filter plate F moves in a direction approaching the center of rotation. Although not shown in FIG. 5, when the upper gear 11 is rotated clockwise and the lower gear 1 is rotated clockwise in the same direction at the same rotational speed as the gear 11, the compensation filter plate F also moves in the direction of rotation.

  In the case where the gears 1 and 11 are rotated at the same rotational speed, when moving from the mode of FIG. 5B to the mode of FIG. 5D, the fastest pattern is as follows. That is, operation (i): the compensation filter plate F moves in a direction approaching the center of rotation (mode of FIG. 5B → mode of FIG. 5C), operation (ii): the compensation filter plate F is counterclockwise. It rotates (the mode of FIG. 5C → the mode of FIG. 5D). The order of the operation (i) and the operation (ii) can be reversed. First, the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise, and the lower side is rotated counterclockwise in the same direction at the same rotational speed as the gear 11. After rotating the gear 1 and performing the operation (ii), the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise, and the lower gear 1 is rotated counterclockwise at the same rotational speed as the gear 11. Then, the operation (i) may be performed.

  When moving from the mode of FIG. 5B to the mode of FIG. 5C, the stepping motor rotates the gear 11 counterclockwise by 20 pulses in order to rotate the upper gear 11 counterclockwise. Assume that the stepping motor rotates the gear 1 clockwise by 20 pulses in order to rotate the lower gear 1 clockwise in the opposite direction at the same rotational speed as the gear 11. Then, when moving from the mode of FIG. 5 (c) to the mode of FIG. 5 (d), the stepping motor rotates the gear 11 counterclockwise by 60 pulses in order to rotate the upper gear 11 counterclockwise. Suppose that the stepping motor rotates the gear 1 counterclockwise by 60 pulses counterclockwise in order to rotate the lower gear 1 counterclockwise in the same direction at the same rotational speed as the gear 11. In summary, in order to perform the above-described operation (i) (mode of FIG. 5B → mode of FIG. 5C), the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise by 20 pulses, and the lower gear is rotated. 1 is rotated clockwise by 20 pulses, and the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise by 60 pulses in order to perform the above-described operation (ii) (the mode of FIG. 5 (c) → the mode of FIG. 5 (d)). Suppose that the lower gear 1 is rotated counterclockwise by 60 pulses.

[Case of different rotation speed]
Next, including the case where only one gear is rotationally driven and the other gear is fixed without being driven, the gears 1 and 11 are rotationally driven so that the gears 1 and 11 are rotated at different rotational speeds. The case where it is made to explain is demonstrated.

  In this case, in order to move from the mode of FIG. 5 (b) to the mode of FIG. 5 (d), the mode of FIG. 5 (b) is changed from the mode of FIG. 5 (d) without going through the mode of FIG. It is possible to operate directly on the embodiment. That is, in this case, the rotation direction in the operation (ii) moved from the mode of FIG. 5C to the mode of FIG. 5D, and the mode of FIG. 5B to the mode of FIG. 5C. It moves in combination with the straight direction (direction toward or away from the center of rotation) in the motion (i).

  When moving from the mode of FIG. 5B to the mode of FIG. 5D with the number of pulses described above, it can be realized by rotating each with the following number of pulses.

  That is, in the case where the gears 1 and 11 are rotated at the same rotational speed, the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise by 20 pulses from the mode of FIG. 5B to the mode of FIG. , 11 are rotated at the same rotational speed, and the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise by 60 pulses in the mode of FIG. 5 (d) to the mode of FIG. 5 (d). In the case of rotating 11 at the same rotation speed, the upper gear 11 is rotated counterclockwise by 20 pulses and further rotated counterclockwise by 60 pulses (a total of 80 pulses) (left (+20 pulses + 60 pulses = + 80 pulses) when the rotation direction around is + direction).

  Similarly, in the case where the gears 1 and 11 are rotated at the same rotational speed, the lower gear 1 is rotated clockwise by 20 pulses from the mode of FIG. 5B to the mode of FIG. 5C, In the case where the gears 1 and 11 are rotated at the same rotational speed, the lower gear 1 is rotated counterclockwise by 60 pulses from the mode of FIG. 5C to the mode of FIG. 5D. In the case where the gears 1 and 11 are rotated at the same rotational speed, the lower gear 1 is rotated clockwise by 20 pulses and further rotated counterclockwise by 60 pulses for a total of 40 pulses. (Assuming that the counterclockwise rotation direction is the + direction and the clockwise rotation direction is the − direction, −20 pulses + 60 pulses = + 40 pulses).

  In summary, when the gears 1 and 11 are rotated at different rotational speeds, the upper gear 11 is rotated by 80 pulses counterclockwise and the lower gear 1 is rotated by 40 pulses counterclockwise. It is possible to operate directly from the mode of 5 (b) to the mode of FIG. 5 (d).

  When the cases of the same rotational speed and the cases of different rotational speeds are put together, the operation of the lower gear 1 is rotated clockwise by 20 pulses and then rotated counterclockwise by 60 pulses in the case of the same rotational speed. Although it was necessary, in the case of different rotational speeds, the lower gear 1 is rotated counterclockwise only by 40 pulses to be in the mode shown in FIG. Therefore, the loss that the lower gear 1 switches from clockwise to counterclockwise can be eliminated, and clockwise deceleration rotation, stop, and counterclockwise acceleration rotation can be omitted.

  Further, the operation of the upper gear 11 is the case of the same rotation speed, because it rotates 20 pulses counterclockwise and then rotates 60 pulses counterclockwise and continues to rotate counterclockwise. The rotation direction is not switched as in the case of the gear 1. However, as the lower gear 1 is decelerated, stopped, and accelerated, the upper gear 11 needs to be decelerated, stopped, and accelerated.

  However, in the case of different rotational speeds, the lower gear 1 continues to rotate only 40 pulses counterclockwise as described above. Accelerated rotation can be omitted. Therefore, it is possible to omit the decelerating rotation, stopping, and accelerating rotation performed in the case of the same rotation speed for the upper gear 11.

[Usage example (calculation example)]
Next, based on the position of the compensation filter plate F set by the input unit 26 (see FIG. 1), the two motors 2 and 12 (see FIG. 2) move the two gears 1 and 11 to a predetermined rotational speed. A usage example in which the controller 28 (see FIG. 1) controls the two motors 2 and 12 so as to rotate at the same time will be described. Here, since the position coordinates of the compensation filter plate F to be set (registered) are determined by the positions of the protrusions 1a and 11b of the gears 1 and 11, in the first embodiment, the protrusions 1a of the gears 1 and 11 are used for convenience. , 11b is regarded as equivalent to the position coordinate of the compensation filter plate F that is set (registered) and will be described based on the position coordinates of the protrusions 1a, 11b of the gears 1, 11.

  The position coordinates of the projections 1a and 11b of the gears 1 and 11 are point coordinates in the circumferential direction of the gears 1 and 11. That is, since the position coordinates of the projections 1a and 11b of the gears 1 and 11 are expressed by the number of pulses described above (or the ratio of the number of pulses), the position coordinates of the projections 1a and 11b of the gears 1 and 11 are expressed as (gear 1 And the number of pulses of the gear 11). Therefore, hereinafter, the position coordinates of the projections 1a and 11b of the gears 1 and 11 and the position coordinates of the compensation filter plate F that is set (registered) will be described in terms of the number of pulses of the stepping motor.

  Here, a is the current position coordinate of the lower gear 1, b is the registered position coordinate of the lower gear 1 to be moved, c is the current position coordinate of the upper gear 11, and d is The registration position coordinates of the upper gear 11 to be moved are used (see FIG. 1 for all of a, b, c, and d). Also, Va is the rotational speed of the lower gear 1 and Vb is the rotational speed of the upper gear 11 (see FIG. 1 for both Va and Vb). At this time, if the upper gear 11 and the lower gear 1 start rotating at the same timing and stop rotating at the same timing, the rotational speed is the difference between the current position coordinates and the registered position coordinates. The ratio of the movement distance is expressed as the following equation (1).

Va: Vb = | b−a |: | dc | (1)
However, | b−a | in the above equation (1) is the absolute value of the ratio of the movement distance, which is the difference between the current position coordinate a of the lower gear 1 and the registered position coordinate b. | D−c | in the equation is an absolute value of the ratio of the movement distance that is the difference between the current position coordinate c of the upper gear 11 and the registered position coordinate d. Since both the upper gear 11 and the lower gear 1 start rotating at the same timing and stop rotating at the same timing, the upper gear 11 and the lower gear 1 have the same movement time t. Is done. That is, since the lower gear 1 moves from the current position coordinate “a” to the registered position coordinate “b” by the movement distance | b−a | for time t, Va = | b−a | / t. Since the gear 11 moves from the current position coordinate c to the registered position coordinate d for the same time t at the movement distance | dc−c |, Vb = | dc− / t. Therefore, regardless of the length of time t, it can be reduced by time t and is expressed by the above equation (1).

  As described above, if the upper gear 11 and the lower gear 1 start rotating at the same timing and stop rotating at the same timing, the gear having the higher rotational speed among the rotational speeds Va and Vb. Is the motor speed set in advance by calculation. At this time, because the motor does not step out, the sound is not loud, etc., the higher rotational speed of the gear within the possible range is set faster, and the slower rotational speed is based on the above equation (1). Calculate by ratio. If the rotational speed Vb of the upper gear 11 has a larger value (when the rotational speed Vb is faster), the slower rotational speed Va (of the lower gear 1) is set to the above (1). It calculates | requires by the following (2) Formula based on Formula.

Va = | b−a | / | dc− × Vb (2)
As described above, when both the upper gear 11 and the lower gear 1 start rotating at the same timing and stop rotating at the same timing, the position of the compensation filter plate F to be set (registered) As coordinates, a current position coordinate a of the lower gear 1, a registered position coordinate b, a current position coordinate c of the upper gear 11, and a registered position coordinate d are input by the input unit 26 (see FIG. 1). Specifically, since the time t is the same between the gears 1 and 11, the controller 28 (see FIG. 2) does not directly calculate the time t, but the faster rotational speed Vb, the current position coordinates a, By substituting c and registered position coordinates b and d into the above equation (2), the controller 28 obtains the slower rotational speed Va. Then, the controller 28 controls the motor 12 (see FIG. 1) so as to rotate the upper gear 11 at the faster rotation speed Vb, and at the lower rotation speed Va obtained by the above equation (2). The controller 28 controls the motor 2 (see FIG. 1) so as to rotate the side gear 1.

  A specific numerical value when the counterclockwise rotation direction is a positive direction and the clockwise rotation direction is a negative direction will be described as an example. The current position coordinates are (10, 10), and the registered position coordinates are (50, 90). Since the upper gear 11 has c = 10 and d = 90, it is necessary to rotate the upper gear 11 by | 90−10 | = 80 pulses, and the lower gear 1 has a = 10 and b = 50. The side gear 1 needs to be rotated by | 50-10 | = 40 pulses. Therefore, the rotational speed Vb of the upper gear 11 is 80 / t, and the rotational speed Va of the lower gear 1 is 40 / t. From this, the rotational speed Va of the lower gear 1 is half of the rotational speed Vb of the upper gear 11.

  In the above description, the case where the rotational speed Vb is faster than the rotational speed Va has been described as an example. However, the upper gear 11 and the lower gear 1 start to rotate at the same timing, and the same timing. If the rotation drive is stopped at, the gear having the longer moving distance is set to the preset rotation speed (motor speed) even if either of the rotation speeds Va and Vb is higher. . Then, for the gear with the shorter moving distance, the ratio of the moving distance is calculated by the above formula (1) or the formula (2) so that the driving start (start of rotation driving) and the driving stop (stop of rotation driving) are simultaneously performed. The rotational speed is calculated from the absolute value of.

  In the above description, the upper gear 11 and the lower gear 1 start rotating at the same timing and stop rotating at the same timing. However, the rotation speed is slower (that is, the moving distance is lower). It is not necessary to synchronize the start and stop of the rotational drive of the shorter gear with the same timing as the gear having the higher rotational speed (that is, the longer moving speed). For example, after the gear with the longer moving distance rotates at the same rotational speed as the gear with the shorter moving distance, and the gear with the shorter moving distance reaches the registered position coordinates as the target position, A pattern in which the driving of the gear with the shorter moving distance is stopped until the longer gear reaches the registered position coordinate as the target position is also possible. Also, the gear with the longer moving distance starts driving first, and the driving with the shorter moving distance is started at the timing after the driving of the gear with the longer moving distance is started in accordance with the drive stop at the same timing of both gears. A pattern in which the gear starts driving, the gear with the shorter moving distance rotates at the same rotational speed as the gear with the longer moving distance, and both the gears stop driving at the same timing may be used. Furthermore, after the gear with the longer moving distance starts driving first, the gear with the shorter moving distance starts driving, and the gear with the shorter moving distance at the same rotational speed as the gear with the longer moving distance starts. It may be a pattern in which a gear with a shorter moving distance stops driving first, and then a gear with a longer moving distance stops driving. In addition to this, the gear with the shorter moving distance can be decelerated or accelerated within a range not hitting the machine limit.

  In this way, while the gear with the longer moving distance is driven, both gears start to rotate at the same timing rather than the pattern where the gear with the shorter moving distance stops driving or accelerates / decelerates. In the pattern where rotation drive is stopped at the same timing, the gears continue to rotate at the same rotation speed at the same timing (although the rotation speeds may be different between the two gears) There is an advantage that it does not change.

  Summarizing the above use examples (calculation examples), the current position coordinates a and c and the registered position coordinates b and d are input unit 26 (see FIG. 1) as the position coordinates of the compensation filter plate F to be set (registered). Enter with. Then, based on the set current position coordinates a and c and registered position coordinates b and d, the motors 2 and 12 (see FIG. 2) rotate the gears 1 and 11 at predetermined rotational speeds Va and Vb. A controller 28 (see FIG. 1) controls the motors 2 and 12.

  It can be considered that such a use example is applied to the following apparatus. For example, when it is applied to an apparatus (CVS: cardiovascular systems) used for cardiovascular diagnosis, normally, one end supports an X-ray tube and the other end supports a C-shaped support supporting an X-ray detector. Diagnosis (X-ray fluoroscopy) is performed using a member (C-shaped arm). When considering use in a CVS apparatus using such a C-arm, the position of the compensation filter plate is also determined to some extent according to the position of the C-arm, so that if the C-arm is moved, the compensation is performed. For the filter plate F, a use example is conceivable in which the fastest pattern is automatically calculated (the controller 28) and the compensation filter plate F is moved together with the C-arm.

  Next, the arrangement position of the compensation filter plate F will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 6 is a schematic plan view of each gear and the compensation filter plate for explaining the deviation from the center line. The upper part of FIG. 6 (FIGS. 6A to 6C) shows the projections 1a and 2 of the two gears 1 and 11 when the compensation filter plate F is in the middle position of the movable range as shown in FIG. 6B. 11b is a view when the compensation filter plate is arranged so that the positions of the hole Fa and the long hole Fb of the compensation filter plate F pass through the center line of the two gears 1 and 11, and is the lower part of FIG. (d) to (f)) show the projections 1a and 11b of the two gears 1 and 11 and compensation when the compensation filter plate F is at the end of the movable range (for example, the start point) as shown in FIG. It is a figure when a compensation filter board is arrange | positioned so that the position of the hole Fa of the filter board F and the long hole Fb may pass the centerline of two gears 1 and 11. FIG.

  As shown in the upper part of FIG. 6 (FIGS. 6A to 6C), when the compensation filter plate F is at an intermediate position in the movable range as shown in FIG. When the positions of the holes 1a and 11b, the hole Fa and the long hole Fb of the compensation filter plate F pass through the center lines of the two gears 1 and 11, the position closest to the center of rotation in FIG. If the position farthest from the center of rotation in FIG. 6 (c) is the end point of the end of the movable range, compensation is performed in the order of FIG. 6 (a), FIG. 6 (b), and FIG. 6 (c). The filter plate F moves. The deviation from the rotation center at this time is represented by t.

  On the other hand, as shown in the lower part of FIG. 6 (FIGS. 6D to 6F), when the compensation filter plate F is at the end of the movable range (for example, the start point) as shown in FIG. When the positions of the projections 1a and 11b of the two gears 1 and 11, the hole Fa and the long hole Fb of the compensation filter plate F pass through the center line of the two gears 1 and 11, they are at the center of rotation in FIG. 6 (d), FIG. 6 (e), and FIG. 6 (b), assuming that the close position is the start point of the end of the movable range, and the position farthest from the center of rotation is the end point of the end of the movable range in FIG. The compensation filter plate F moves in the order of 6 (f). The deviation from the center of rotation at this time is T.

  As shown in the lower part of FIG. 6 (FIGS. 6D to 6F), these protrusions 1a, 11b, holes Fa, and long holes Fb are located at positions other than the intermediate position (for example, the end of the movable range). Compared with the case where the compensation filter plate F is arranged so that the position of the first gear passes through the center line of the two gears 1 and 11, as shown in the upper part of FIG. 6 (FIGS. 6A to 6C), the intermediate position When the compensation filter plate F is arranged so that the positions of the protrusions 1a and 11b, the hole Fa, and the long hole Fb pass through the center lines of the two gears 1 and 11, the deviation of the center line is small. It has become. That is, it can be seen that T> t.

  According to the compensation filter device 21 according to the first embodiment having the above-described configuration, a plurality of rotating means (two gears 1 and 11 in the first embodiment) are stacked one above the other. A compensation filter plate F is interposed between the two gears 1 and 11. Motors 2 and 12 for rotating and driving the two gears 1 and 11 are provided for the respective gears 1 and 11, and the respective motors 2 and 12 are attached to the side surfaces of the gears 1 and 11, respectively. 12 is configured so that it does not rotate with the gears 1 and 11. With this configuration, the two gears 1 and 11 can be continuously driven to rotate in one direction.

  In addition, one of the two gears 1 and 11 (gear 1 in the first embodiment) or the compensation filter plate F is provided with a projection (protrusion 1a on the gear 1 in the first embodiment), and On the other hand, by providing a hole that fits into the projection 1a (in the first embodiment, the hole Fa in the compensation filter plate F), the one gear (gear 1) and the compensation filter plate F have the projection 1a and the hole Fa. Each is configured to be rotatable about a certain support location. Furthermore, a projection (the projection 11b on the gear 11 in the first embodiment) is provided on either the other gear (the gear 11 in the first embodiment) or the compensation filter plate F of the two gears 1 and 11. On the other side, by providing a long hole (the long hole Fb in the compensation filter plate F in the first embodiment) that can be fitted to the protrusion 11b to move the protrusion 11b, the other gear (gear 11) can compensate the compensation filter. The plate F can be moved within the range of the long hole Fb while being held at the place where the projection 11b is provided.

  Therefore, when the gears 1 and 11 are driven to rotate by the motors 2 and 12, respectively, the compensation filter plate F held by the gears 1 and 11 is not only in the rotation direction but also within the range of the long hole Fb. It is possible to move, and by combining these rotations and movements, the compensation filter plate F can be moved to the intended location with one compensation filter plate. As a result, since the two gears 1 and 11 can be continuously driven to rotate in one direction, the limitation on the rotation angle can be eliminated.

  As shown in FIG. 5, the motors 2 and 12 preferably rotate the two gears 1 and 11 so that the two gears 1 and 11 rotate in the opposite directions at the same rotational speed. . When the long hole extends linearly as shown in FIG. 11A, the compensation filter plate F does not rotate in the rotation direction, but moves in a direction toward or away from the rotation center. .

  Alternatively, each of the motors 2 and 12 rotates the two gears 1 and 11 so that the two gears 1 and 11 rotate in the same direction at the same rotational speed as shown in FIG. Is preferred. When the long hole extends linearly as shown in FIG. 11A, the compensation filter plate F does not move in the direction toward or away from the center of rotation but rotates only in the rotation direction. In addition, it is not limited to the same rotational speed mentioned above.

  It is possible to rotate only one gear and fix it without driving the other gear, or different rotational speeds may be used.

  In the former case, each motor 2, 12 rotates only one of the two gears 1, 11 and does not rotate the other gear of the two gears 1, 11. To fix. When the elongated hole extends linearly as shown in FIG. 11 (a), the compensation filter plate F moves in combination with the rotation direction and the direction approaching or moving away from the rotation center.

  In the latter case, each of the motors 2 and 12 rotates and drives the two gears 1 and 11 so that the two gears 1 and 11 rotate at different rotational speeds. As shown in FIG. 11 (a), even when the elongated hole extends linearly, the compensation filter plate F has a rotation direction and a direction approaching or moving away from the rotation center as in the former case. Move in combination.

  In addition, it is preferable that each of the motors 2 and 12 rotate the two gears 1 and 11 at predetermined rotational speeds Va and Vb based on the set position of the compensation filter plate F. When viewed from the X-ray imaging apparatus (X-ray fluoroscopic imaging apparatus 20 in the first embodiment), in addition to the compensation filter apparatus 21, an input unit 26 having a function of a position setting means for setting the position of the compensation filter plate F; Based on the position of the compensation filter plate F (current position coordinates a, c and registered position coordinates b, d of the gears 1 and 11 in the first embodiment) set by the input unit 26 having the function of the position setting means, respectively. The motors 2 and 12 include a controller 28 having a function of rotation control means for controlling the motors 2 and 12 so that the two gears 1 and 11 are rotated at predetermined rotational speeds Va and Vb. For example, position coordinates of the frequently used compensation filter plate F are set (registered) in advance, and the two gears 1 and 11 are set at predetermined rotational speeds Va and Vb based on the set position of the compensation filter plate F. By rotating, the compensation filter plate F can be automatically moved to the position coordinates. Therefore, not only the movement up to the general-purpose point is registered in advance, but the user (operator in the first embodiment) registers the position coordinates of the destination to be moved each time, and can move to that point in the shortest time. It is also possible to move it at the fastest speed by making it calculate.

  As shown in the upper part of FIG. 6 (FIGS. 6A to 6C), when the compensation filter plate F is in the middle position of the movable range as shown in FIG. The position of the location (the hole Fa of the compensation filter plate F in the first embodiment) and the long hole (the long hole Fb in the first embodiment) that can be fitted to the protrusion or the protrusion of the compensation filter plate F and the protrusion can move. It is preferable to arrange the compensation filter plate F so that the position of the center passes through the center line of the two gears 1 and 11. The compensation filter plate F is arranged so that the positions of these support points, protrusions, and long holes pass through the center line of the two gears 1 and 11 when they are at positions other than the intermediate position (for example, at the end of the movable range). (For example, the lower part of FIG. 6: FIG. 6 (d) to (f)), the positions of these supporting points, protrusions, and long holes are the centers of the two gears 1 and 11 when they are in the intermediate position. It is confirmed in FIG. 6 that the deviation of the center line is small when the compensation filter plate F is arranged so as to pass through the line.

  In the first embodiment, the gear presses 3 and 13 for holding the two gears 1 and 11 are provided for the respective gears 1 and 11, and the insides of the two gears 1 and 11 are held by the gear presses 3 and 13, respectively. Yes. More preferably, the compensation filter plate F is guided by the gear press 3.

Next, Embodiment 2 of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 7 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the compensation filter device according to the second embodiment. FIG. 8 is an exploded perspective view of the gear, the compensation filter plate, the gear presser, and the filter holding base of the compensation filter device according to the second embodiment. is there. In the second embodiment, the illustration of the two motors 2, 12, the two bases 5, 15 and the two spacers 6, 16 (both see FIG. 2) of the first embodiment is omitted. Further, in FIG. 8, the illustration of the protrusions, holes, and long holes is omitted.

  As shown in FIG. 7, in addition to the compensation filter plate F, the compensation filter device 21 includes two gears 1 and 11, two motors (not shown in the present embodiment 2), and a plurality (total of six in FIG. 8). In this embodiment, a filter holding base B is further provided. At the center of these, a perfect circular opening is provided, and X-rays pass through this opening. The filter holding base B holds the compensation filter plate F.

  As in the first embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, two gears 1 and 11 are stacked one above the other and a compensation filter plate F is interposed between the two gears 1 and 11. ing. As in the first embodiment, a motor (not shown in the second embodiment) is attached to the side surface of the gear 1, and a motor (not shown in the second embodiment) is attached to the side surface of the gear 11.

  As in the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7, the gear 1 is provided with a protrusion 1a, and the compensation filter plate F is provided with a hole Fa that fits into the protrusion 1a. Further, the gear 11 is provided with a projection 11b, and the compensation filter plate F is provided with a long hole Fb that is fitted to the projection 11b so that the projection 11b can move. In FIG. 7, the holes Fa and the long holes Fb are not formed as through holes, unlike FIG. 2 of the first embodiment. Of course, as in FIG. 2 of the first embodiment, the hole Fa or the long hole Fb may be formed as a through hole. Thus, like Example 1, in Example 2, the gear 1 and the compensation filter plate are provided by providing the gear 1 with the projection 1a and providing the compensation filter plate F with the hole Fa that fits the projection 1a. Each is configured so that F can rotate around the supporting portion where the protrusion 1a and the hole Fa are located.

  In the second embodiment, the gear spacer (see the gear spacers 4 and 14 in FIG. 2) of the first embodiment is not provided. The base (see bases 5 and 15 in FIG. 2) may have a structure in which the gear holders 3 and 13 are directly held in contact with the gear holders 3 and 13, or the gear holders 3 and 13. The structure which hold | maintains indirectly may be sufficient. In the case of a structure in which the gear holders 3 and 13 are indirectly held, a spacer may be interposed.

  As in the first embodiment, a gear press 3 is provided so that the gear 1 does not move in any direction other than the rotation direction, and similarly, a gear press 13 that holds the gear 11 is provided so that the gear 11 does not move in any direction other than the rotation direction. . Unlike the first embodiment, in the second embodiment, the gear press 3 holds the outside of the gear 1 and the gear press 13 holds the outside of the gear 11. Further, unlike the first embodiment, there are a plurality of gear presses 3 and a plurality of gear presses 13. In FIG. 8, three gear retainers 3 and 13 are illustrated in total, and a total of six gear retainers are illustrated. However, the number of each gear retainer is not particularly limited to three, and may be one, two, four or more. There may be. Further, the gear holders 3 and 13 do not have to be the same number.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, each gear retainer 3 has a recess 3 a, and the gear 1 is fitted into the recess 3 a, whereby the outer side of the gear 1 is held by each gear retainer 3. Similarly, each gear retainer 13 has a recess 13 a, and the gear 11 is fitted into the recess 13 a, whereby the outer side of the gear 11 is held by each gear retainer 13. As shown in FIG. 7, the gear retainers 3 and 13 are in contact with the filter holding base B, respectively.

  Since the operation of the compensation filter plate when the gears 1 and 11 are respectively rotated and the arrangement position of the compensation filter plate F are the same as those in the first embodiment, description thereof is omitted.

  Since the operation and effect of the second embodiment are the same as those of the first embodiment except for the holding positions of the gears 1 and 11, description thereof will be omitted. In the second embodiment, unlike the first embodiment, the inner sides of the two gears 1 and 11 are held by the gear pressers 3 and 13, respectively. 11 is held outside.

Next, Embodiment 3 of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 9 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the compensation filter device according to the third embodiment. In the third embodiment, the two motors 2, 12, the two bases 5, 15 and the two spacers 6, 16 (both see FIG. 2) of the first embodiment are illustrated in FIG.

  As in the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, the compensation filter device 21 includes, in addition to the compensation filter plate F, two gears 1 and 11, two motors 2 and 12, and two gear pressers 3 and 13. Two gear spacers 4 and 14 are provided, and two bases 5 and 15 and two spacers 6 and 16 accommodating these are provided. Except for the two motors 2 and 12 and the compensation filter plate F, a perfect circular opening is provided at the center of these, and X-rays pass through this opening.

  As in the first and second embodiments, as shown in FIG. 9, two gears 1 and 11 are stacked one above the other and a compensation filter plate F is interposed between the two gears 1 and 11. Yes. As in the first and second embodiments, the motor 2 is attached to the side surface of the gear 1 and the motor 12 is attached to the side surface of the gear 11.

  Unlike Example 1, Example 3 employs a structure as shown in FIG. That is, the compensation filter plate F is provided with a projection Fc, one of the two gears 1 and 11 is provided with a hole 1c that fits into the projection Fc, the compensation filter plate F is provided with a projection Fd, The other gear 11 of the two gears 1 and 11 is provided with a long hole 11d that can be fitted to the protrusion Fd to move the protrusion Fd. In the case of the third embodiment, both the projections Fc and Fd are provided on the compensation filter plate F side, and the hole 1c and the long hole 11d are provided on the gears 1 and 11 side. Thus, unlike the first and second embodiments, in the third embodiment, the compensation filter plate F is provided with the projection Fc, and the gear 1 is provided with the hole 1c that fits into the projection Fc. Each of the compensation filter plates F is configured so as to be rotatable around a support portion where the protrusion Fc and the hole 1c are present.

  Other configurations (motors 2 and 12, gear retainers 3 and 13, gear spacers 4 and 14, bases 5 and 15 and spacers 6 and 16) are the same as those in the first embodiment, and thus description thereof is omitted.

  Further, the operation of the compensation filter plate when the gears 1 and 11 are respectively rotated and the arrangement position of the compensation filter plate F are also the same as those in the first and second embodiments, and thus description thereof is omitted.

The operations and effects of the first embodiment are the same as the operations and effects of the first embodiment except for the structure of the support portion, protrusion, and long hole in FIG. In the third embodiment, both the projection 1a on the gear 1, 11 side as in Example 1, 11b (both see FIGS. 2 and 3) is provided, the hole Fa and long holes in together to the compensating filter plate F side Unlike the case where Fb (see FIGS. 2 and 3) is provided, the third embodiment employs the structure shown in FIG.

  The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and can be modified as follows.

  (1) In each of the above-described embodiments, the compensation filter device is described as an example used in an X-ray fluoroscopic apparatus, but an X-ray tomographic apparatus (X-ray CT apparatus) other than the X-ray fluoroscopic apparatus is described. The compensation filter device may be used in a tomosynthesis device).

  (2) In each of the above-described embodiments, the rotation means is the gears 1 and 11, but as long as the compensation filter plate is driven by driving the rotation means as exemplified by the timing belt and the like, It is not limited. In addition, the gears of the respective embodiments are “gears” having so-called “zigzag teeth”, and each motor is prevented from rotating together with each gear by attaching the motor to a tooth portion corresponding to the side surface of each gear. However, the gear may be a plate (rotary plate) that is rotationally driven and does not have “tooth” as in Modification (5) described later.

  (3) In each of the above-described embodiments, the compensation filter plate F is interposed between the two gears 1 and 11, but the compensation filter plate F may be disposed on the gears 1 and 11, A compensation filter plate F may be disposed under the gears 1 and 11. In addition, you may apply to rotation means (for example, timing belt) other than a gear.

  (4) In each of the above-described embodiments, the gear is the two gears 1 and 11 and has the structure of the two gears 1 and 11 and the one compensation filter plate F. It may be applied to two or more gears and may be applied to a plurality of compensation filter plates F. For example, the structure of FIG. 2 may be configured by stacking a plurality of sets (for example, two sets) (except for the collimator 23). When two sets of the structure shown in FIG. 2 are stacked, a gear spacer, a gear presser, and the like are sequentially arranged under the lower base 5 so that the base 5 is shared, and there are four gears and the like. A total of three bases is sufficient for two. Similarly, when the number of compensation filter plates F is three or more, the same structure may be stacked. Of course, another base may be stacked one above the other without sharing the base. In addition, you may apply to rotation means (for example, timing belt) other than a gear.

  (5) In each of the above-described embodiments, each motor 2, 12 is attached to the side surface of each gear 1, 11, so that each motor 2, 12 does not rotate with each gear 1, 11. However, the mounting location of each motor is not limited to the side surface of the gear. For example, as described in the modification (2) described above, if the gear is a plate-like one (rotary plate) that does not have “teeth” and is driven to rotate, the pressing force from the upper and lower surfaces of the rotary plate The rotating plate can be rotated by (frictional force). In addition, the rotating plate can be rotated by a configuration in which driving means such as a motor is disposed on the upper surface or the lower surface by fitting with the serrated teeth carved on the upper and lower surfaces. In this way, each motor (driving means) can be configured so as not to rotate with each rotating plate (rotating means). In addition, you may apply to rotation means (for example, timing belt) other than a gear.

  (6) As shown in the plan view of FIG. 10, it is preferable that a bearing Br that contacts the two gears 1 and 11 is provided for each gear. The bearing Br can reduce the frictional force caused by rotation and the two gears 1 and 11 can be driven smoothly. The bearing Br corresponds to the bearing in the present invention. In addition, you may apply to rotation means (for example, timing belt) other than a gear.

  (7) In each of the above-described embodiments, the collimator 23 is provided in the compensation filter device 21, but the collimator may be provided outside the compensation filter device.

  (8) The shape of the long hole is not particularly limited, and may be a long hole extending linearly as shown in FIG. 11A, or extended in a curved shape as shown in FIG. It may be a long hole. In the case of a long hole extending in a curved shape as shown in FIG. 11B, when the two rotating means (for example, gears) are driven to rotate at the same rotational speed, the compensation filter plate has the rotational direction, It is possible to move in combination with a direction that approaches or moves away from the center of rotation. Conversely, even if only one rotating means is rotationally driven and the other rotating means is fixed without being driven, or rotationally driven at mutually different rotational speeds, as shown in FIG. In the case of an elongated slot, the compensation filter plate can also move in a direction towards or away from the center of rotation. Further, a simulation may be performed in advance so as to reduce the deviation of the center line, and the shape of the elongated hole may be designed according to the simulation result.

  (9) In each of the above-described embodiments, the projection or the hole that fits into the projection is provided in the lower gear 1, and the projection or the long hole that fits into the projection and can move the projection is the upper side. However, it may be a structure upside down. That is, a protrusion or a hole that fits into the protrusion may be provided in the upper gear 11, and a protrusion or a long hole that fits into the protrusion and can move the protrusion may be provided in the lower gear 1. In addition, you may apply to rotation means (for example, timing belt) other than a gear.

  (10) In the above-described first and second embodiments, the gear 1 is provided with the protrusion 1a, the compensation filter plate F is provided with the hole Fa that fits the protrusion 1a, the gear 11 is provided with the protrusion 11b, and the compensation filter plate F is provided with a long hole Fb that fits the protrusion 11b and allows the protrusion 11b to move (see FIG. 2). In the third embodiment, the compensation filter plate F is provided with the projection Fc, the gear 1 is provided with the hole 1c that fits into the projection Fc, the compensation filter plate F is provided with the projection Fd, and the gear 11 is provided with the projection Fc. An elongated hole 11d that can be fitted to the protrusion Fd to move the protrusion Fd is provided. In the case of Example 3, protrusions Fc and Fd were provided on the compensation filter plate F side (see FIG. 9). It is not limited to the structure of each of these embodiments. That is, as shown in the cross-sectional view of FIG. 12, the gear 1 is provided with a projection 1a, the compensation filter plate F is provided with a hole Fa that fits into the projection 1a, the compensation filter plate F is provided with a projection Fd, and the gear 11 is provided with an elongated hole 11d that can be fitted to the protrusion Fd to move the protrusion Fd. In this case, the projection 1a is provided on the gear 1 side, the long hole 11d is provided on the gear 11 side, and the hole Fa and the projection Fd are provided on the compensation filter plate side. 13, the compensation filter plate F is provided with a projection Fc, the gear 1 is provided with a hole 1c that fits into the projection Fc, the gear 11 is provided with a projection 11b, and the compensation filter plate F is provided with an elongated hole Fb that fits the protrusion 11b and allows the protrusion 11b to move. In this case, the projection Fc and the long hole Fb are provided on the compensation filter plate F side, the hole 1c is provided on the gear 1 side, and the projection 11b is provided on the gear 11 side. In addition, you may apply to rotation means (for example, timing belt) other than a gear.

  (11) In the above-described first and second embodiments, the gear 1 is provided with the protrusion 1a, and the compensation filter plate F is provided with the hole Fa that fits into the protrusion 1a. The protrusion Fc is provided, and the gear 1 is provided with a hole 1c that fits into the protrusion Fc. By providing in this way, the gear 1 and the compensation filter plate F are configured so as to be rotatable around the support portion where the projection Fc and the hole 1c are located. It is not necessary that one of the protrusions is a protrusion and the other is a hole. For example, by providing holes of the same size in both the gear 1 and the compensation filter plate F and passing through these holes through the shafts, both the gear 1 and the compensation filter plate F are rotatably supported, so that the gear 1 And each is comprised so that the compensation filter board F can rotate centering on a support location. In addition, you may apply to rotation means (for example, timing belt) other than a gear.

  (12) In the first embodiment described above, the compensation filter plate F is guided (guided) by the holding means (gear presser 3 in the first embodiment), but it is not always necessary to guide the compensation filter plate F.

  (13) In the first embodiment described above, the inside of the gears 1 and 11 is held by the holding means (gear pressers 3 and 13 in the first embodiment). In the second embodiment described above, the holding means (gear presser in the second embodiment). 3 and 13), the outer sides of the gears 1 and 11 were held, but the first and second embodiments were combined with each other, the inner side of the gear was held by the holding means, and the outer side of the gear was held by the holding means. A structure in which holdings are mixed may be used. In addition, you may apply to rotation means (for example, timing belt) other than a gear.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1,11 ... Gear 2,12 ... Motor 3,13 ... Gear holder 20 ... X-ray fluoroscopic imaging device 21 ... Compensation filter device 26 ... Input part 28 ... Controller a, c ... Current position coordinate b, d ... Registration position coordinate Va , Vb ... Rotational speed 1a, 11b, Fc, Fd ... Protrusion Fa, 1c ... Hole Fb, 11d ... Elongated hole Br ... Bearing F ... Compensation filter plate

Claims (13)

A compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate,
With a plurality of rotating means for driving the compensation filter plate by rotating,
Each of the rotating means includes a driving means for rotationally driving the plurality of rotating means,
The plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other,
Each of the plurality of rotating means is configured such that one of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate are rotatable around a support location,
Providing a protrusion on one of the other rotating means or the compensation filter plate of the two rotating means, and providing an elongated hole that fits the protrusion and allows the protrusion to move,
Each of the driving means is configured so that it does not rotate with each rotating means,
A holding means for holding the two rotating means is provided for each rotating means,
Each of the holding means holds the inside of the two rotating means. The compensation filter device, wherein The compensation filter device according to claim 1 ,
A compensation filter apparatus, wherein the compensation filter plate is guided by the holding means. A compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate,
With a plurality of rotating means for driving the compensation filter plate by rotating,
Each of the rotating means includes a driving means for rotationally driving the plurality of rotating means,
The plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other,
Each of the plurality of rotating means is configured such that one of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate are rotatable around a support location,
Providing a protrusion on one of the other rotating means or the compensation filter plate of the two rotating means, and providing an elongated hole that fits the protrusion and allows the protrusion to move,
Each of the driving means is configured so that it does not rotate with each rotating means,
A holding means for holding the two rotating means is provided for each rotating means,
The compensation filter device, wherein the holding means holds the outside of the two rotating means. A compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate,
With a plurality of rotating means for driving the compensation filter plate by rotating,
Each of the rotating means includes a driving means for rotationally driving the plurality of rotating means,
The plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other,
Each of the plurality of rotating means is configured such that one of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate are rotatable around a support location,
Providing a protrusion on one of the other rotating means or the compensation filter plate of the two rotating means, and providing an elongated hole that fits the protrusion and allows the protrusion to move,
Each of the driving means is configured so that it does not rotate with each rotating means,
A compensation filter device comprising a bearing in contact with each of the plurality of rotating means for each rotating means.   The compensation filter device according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
  The compensation filter device, wherein each of the driving means rotationally drives the two rotating means so that the two rotating means are rotated in the opposite directions at the same rotational speed.   The compensation filter device according to any one of claims 1 to 5,
  The compensation filter device, wherein each of the driving means rotationally drives the two rotating means so that the two rotating means rotate in the same direction at the same rotational speed.   The compensation filter device according to any one of claims 1 to 6,
  Each of the driving means rotates only one rotating means of the two rotating means, and fixes the other rotating means of the two rotating means without rotating. Compensation filter device.   The compensation filter device according to any one of claims 1 to 7,
  The compensation filter device, wherein each of the driving means rotationally drives the two rotating means so as to rotate the two rotating means at different rotational speeds.   The compensation filter device according to any one of claims 1 to 8,
  Each of the drive means rotates the plurality of rotation means at a predetermined rotation speed based on the set position of the compensation filter plate.   The compensation filter device according to any one of claims 1 to 9,
  When the compensation filter plate is at an intermediate position in the movable range, the position of the support portion of the compensation filter plate and the protrusion of the compensation filter plate or the protrusion is movable so that the protrusion can move. The compensation filter device, wherein the compensation filter plate is arranged so that the position of the hole passes through the center line of the two rotating means. An X-ray imaging apparatus using a compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate,
The compensation filter device comprises:
With a plurality of rotating means for driving the compensation filter plate by rotating,
Each of the rotating means includes a driving means for rotationally driving the plurality of rotating means,
The plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other,
Each of the plurality of rotating means is configured such that one of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate are rotatable around a support location,
Providing a protrusion on one of the other rotating means or the compensation filter plate of the two rotating means, and providing an elongated hole that fits the protrusion and allows the protrusion to move,
Each of the driving means is configured so that it does not rotate with each rotating means,
The X-ray imaging apparatus
Position setting means for setting the position of the compensation filter plate;
Rotation control means for controlling the drive means so that each of the drive means rotates the plurality of rotation means at a predetermined rotation speed based on the position of the compensation filter plate set by the position setting means. Prepared ,
The compensation filter device comprises:
A holding means for holding the two rotating means is provided for each rotating means,
An X-ray imaging apparatus, wherein the inside of the two rotating means is held by each of the holding means .   An X-ray imaging apparatus using a compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate,
  The compensation filter device comprises:
  With a plurality of rotating means for driving the compensation filter plate by rotating,
  Each of the rotating means includes a driving means for rotationally driving the plurality of rotating means,
  The plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other,
  Each of the plurality of rotating means is configured such that one of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate are rotatable around a support location,
  Providing a protrusion on one of the other rotating means or the compensation filter plate of the two rotating means, and providing an elongated hole that fits the protrusion and allows the protrusion to move,
  Each of the driving means is configured so that it does not rotate with each rotating means,
  The X-ray imaging apparatus
  Position setting means for setting the position of the compensation filter plate;
  Rotation control means for controlling the drive means so that each of the drive means rotates the plurality of rotation means at a predetermined rotation speed based on the position of the compensation filter plate set by the position setting means.
  With
  The compensation filter device comprises:
  A holding means for holding the two rotating means is provided for each rotating means,
  Each of the holding means holds the outside of the two rotating means.
  An X-ray imaging apparatus characterized by that.   An X-ray imaging apparatus using a compensation filter device for driving a compensation filter plate,
  The compensation filter device comprises:
  With a plurality of rotating means for driving the compensation filter plate by rotating,
  Each of the rotating means includes a driving means for rotationally driving the plurality of rotating means,
  The plurality of rotating means are stacked one above the other,
  Each of the plurality of rotating means is configured such that one of the two rotating means and the compensation filter plate are rotatable around a support location,
  Providing a protrusion on one of the other rotating means or the compensation filter plate of the two rotating means, and providing an elongated hole that fits the protrusion and allows the protrusion to move,
  Each of the driving means is configured so that it does not rotate with each rotating means,
  The X-ray imaging apparatus
  Position setting means for setting the position of the compensation filter plate;
  Rotation control means for controlling the drive means so that each of the drive means rotates the plurality of rotation means at a predetermined rotation speed based on the position of the compensation filter plate set by the position setting means.
  With
  The compensation filter device comprises:
  An X-ray imaging apparatus comprising a bearing in contact with each of the plurality of rotating means for each rotating means.

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