KR20190092001A - X-ray imaging apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

Disclosed is an X-ray imaging apparatus having an improved structure for use convenience. The X-ray imaging apparatus includes an X-ray source provided to generate X-rays and emit the same to an object, a table module provided to be movable in a first direction and an X-ray detector module provided to be movable in a second direction and including an X-ray detector provided to detect the X-rays transmitted through the object and convert the X-rays into an electrical signal. The table module may include a base frame and a table on which the object is located and which is installed on the base frame to be slidable in the first direction and the second direction.

Description

X-ray Imaging Device {X-RAY IMAGING APPARATUS}

The present invention relates to an X-ray imaging apparatus, and more particularly, to an X-ray imaging apparatus having an improved usability structure.

An X-ray imaging apparatus is a device that acquires an image inside an object by using X-rays. The X-ray imaging apparatus may radiate X-rays to the object, detect X-rays passing through the object, and image the inside of the object in a non-invasive manner. The medical X-ray imaging apparatus may be used for diagnosing an injury or a disease inside an object that cannot be visually identified.

The X-ray imaging apparatus includes an X-ray source for generating X-rays and irradiating the object, and an X-ray detector for detecting X-rays passing through the object. The X-ray source may be provided to be movable so that various parts of the object may be imaged. The X-ray detector may be used in a table mode mounted on a shooting table, in a stand mode mounted on a shooting stand, or in a portable mode that is not fixed at one position. Two or more X-ray detectors may be provided for one X-ray source. Can be.

Depending on the object, a table mode or a stand mode may be advantageous for photographing. Therefore, it is preferable to install both the photographing table and the photographing stand in the photographing room. However, considering both the installation space and the installation cost, it may be practically difficult to install both.

One aspect of the present invention relates to an X-ray imaging apparatus having an improved structure to include both a stand mode and a table mode.

An X-ray imaging apparatus according to the inventive concept may include an X-ray source configured to generate X-rays and irradiate an object, a table module provided to move in a first direction, and moveable in a second direction, and transmit the object. And an X-ray detector module including an X-ray detector configured to detect one X-ray and convert the X-ray into an electrical signal, wherein the table module includes a base frame and the object to be slidable in the first direction and the second direction. It may include a table installed in the base frame.

The table may be installed on the base frame to be rotatable about a rotation axis extending along a third direction perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction.

The table module may further include a support frame connecting the table and the base frame such that the table rotates about a rotation axis extending along the second direction.

The base frame may include a guide groove formed on an outer surface of the base frame along the trajectory of the support frame so that the support frame can be inserted and rotated.

The X-ray imaging apparatus according to the spirit of the present invention may further include an elastic module installed on one side of the support frame to be stretched or contracted according to whether the table is rotated.

The elastic module, the housing coupled to the table bracket provided on the table, extends in a third direction perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction to be located inside the housing, one end of the support frame It may include a rod coupled to the support frame bracket mounted to the elastic member coupled to the rod so as to be elastic.

The elastic module may further include a mounting member connecting the other end of the rod and the table bracket and a pivot shaft positioned on the same line as the rotation shaft and coupling the mounting member and the table bracket, wherein the table bracket includes: It may be provided to rotate with the table about a pivot shaft.

The elastic module further includes a coupling member for coupling the table bracket and the housing, and when the table is rotated away from the X-ray detector module, the coupling member may be positioned below the pivot shaft in the third direction. Can be.

The table module further includes a plurality of connecting blocks disposed between the table and the base frame, wherein the plurality of connecting blocks are configured to allow the table to slide along one of the first and second directions. And a second connection block on which the first connection block is mounted so that the first connection block and the first connection block mounted together with the table are slidable along the other of the first direction and the second direction. Can be.

The X-ray detector module may further include a body frame coupled to the X-ray detector to be rotatable and provided to be stretchable in a third direction perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction.

The X-ray detector module further includes a connection frame disposed between the X-ray detector and the body frame and coupled to the body frame to be rotatable about a first pivot axis extending along the third direction. The detector may be coupled to the connecting frame to be rotatable about a second pivot axis perpendicular to the first pivot axis.

The X-ray imaging apparatus according to the inventive concept may further include a guide rail provided to move the table module and the X-ray detector module.

The X-ray detector module is detachable from the guide rail.

According to an aspect of the present invention, the X-ray imaging apparatus may further include an X-ray irradiation module including the X-ray source and provided to move along the guide rail, wherein the X-ray irradiation module may include the first direction and the second direction. A column extending in a third direction perpendicular to the second direction, an arm connecting the column and the X-ray source to be stretchable toward the object, and a link frame connecting the column and the guide rail.

The column is provided to be rotatable about a column axis of rotation extending along the third direction, and one end of the link frame is coupled to the guide rail to be rotatable about a link frame axis of rotation parallel to the column axis of rotation. Can be.

According to an aspect of the present invention, the X-ray imaging apparatus may further include an X-ray irradiation module including the X-ray source and provided to move along the guide rail, wherein the X-ray irradiation module may include the first direction and the second direction. A column extending in a third direction perpendicular to the first direction; an arm connecting the column and the X-ray source to extend and contract toward the object; and the column and the column to be coupled and move along the first direction. It may include a rail frame connecting the guide rail.

An X-ray imaging apparatus according to an aspect of the present invention includes an X-ray source configured to generate X-rays and irradiate an object, an X-ray detector configured to detect X-rays passing through the object, convert the X-rays into an electrical signal, and move in a first direction. A table provided to position the object, a table provided to support the table, and extended along the first direction to guide movement of the main body and the X-ray detector provided to be movable in a second direction, and the second direction It may include a rail member disposed to move integrally with the main body along.

The rail member may be coupled to the main body to be rotatable about a rotation axis extending along the second direction.

According to an aspect of the present invention, an X-ray imaging apparatus further includes a connection member connecting the X-ray detector and the rail member, wherein the connection member includes a first connection part and the rail member coupled to the rail member so as to be movable. It may include a second connecting portion coupled to the first connecting portion to be rotatable about a first parallel pivot axis, the X-ray detector is rotatably coupled to a second pivot axis extending in the second direction. .

The X-ray imaging apparatus according to the spirit of the present invention may further include a guide rail provided to move the main body.

The X-ray imaging apparatus according to the spirit of the present invention, along the link member and the rail member connecting the rail member and the main body such that the rail member is rotatable about a first pivot axis extending along the second direction. The movable block may further include a moving block coupled to the rail member and coupled to the X-ray detector to be rotatable about a second pivot axis parallel to the first pivot axis.

The X-ray imaging apparatus according to the spirit of the present invention, along the link member and the rail member connecting the rail member and the main body such that the rail member is rotatable about a first pivot axis extending along the second direction. It may further include a connecting member that is movable and coupled to the rail member so as to be rotatable about the rail member.

The X-ray detector may be coupled to the connection member to be rotatable about a second pivot axis parallel to the first pivot axis.

By using an X-ray imaging apparatus having both a table mode and a stand mode, imaging of an object at various positions and angles is possible.

In the table mode, the table is positioned above the base frame or main body, and in the stand mode, the table is rotatably installed around the rotation axis so as to be positioned at the side of the base frame or main body. In addition, it is possible to secure additional space for a mobile bed or wheelchair patient.

1 is a perspective view illustrating a table mode of an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a first embodiment.
2 is a perspective view illustrating a stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment;
3 is a view showing a table moving in a second direction in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment;
4 is a diagram illustrating a table moving in a first direction in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.
5 is a view illustrating a table rotating in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.
6A and 6B illustrate a process in which a table module and an X-ray detector module extend in a third direction in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.
FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a table flipped in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.
8A and 8B illustrate a process of flipping a table from an angle different from that of FIG. 7 in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.
9 is a diagram illustrating a state in which an X-ray detector module moves in a second direction in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.
FIG. 10 is a view illustrating a state in which an X-ray detector module is separated from a guide rail in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.
11A and 11B illustrate a process of moving an X-ray irradiation module in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.
12 is an enlarged view of a portion of an X-ray irradiation module coupled to a guide rail in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.
13A and 13B are views illustrating a process of moving an X-ray irradiation module in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the second embodiment.
14 is a perspective view of an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a third embodiment;
15A and 15B illustrate a process of flipping a table in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the third embodiment.
16 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 14.
17 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 15B;
18 is a perspective view of an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a fourth embodiment;
FIG. 19 is a perspective view illustrating an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a fourth embodiment from a different angle from that of FIG. 18.
20 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 19.
21A to 21C illustrate a process of converting from a table mode to a stand mode in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fourth embodiment.
FIG. 22 is a view illustrating a main body and an X-ray detector moving in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fourth embodiment.
23 is a perspective view of an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a fifth embodiment;
24 is a perspective view of an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a fifth embodiment, at a different angle from that of FIG. 23.
25 is a view illustrating a coupling relationship between an X-ray detector, a rail member, and a main body in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fifth embodiment.
26A to 26C illustrate a process of converting from a table mode to a stand mode in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fifth embodiment.
FIG. 27 is a view illustrating a main body and an X-ray detector moving in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fifth embodiment.
28 is a perspective view of an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a sixth embodiment;
29 is a perspective view of an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a sixth embodiment, at a different angle from that of FIG. 28.
30 is a diagram illustrating a state in which an X-ray detector moves in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the sixth embodiment.
31A to 31C illustrate a process of converting from a table mode to a stand mode in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the sixth embodiment.
32 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 31C;
FIG. 33 is a view illustrating a main body and an X-ray detector moving in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the sixth embodiment.

Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail. On the other hand, the terms "leading", "back", "top", "bottom", "top" and "bottom", etc. used in the following description are defined on the basis of the drawings, the shape of each component by this term And position is not limited.

Hereinafter, the object 10 may be a living body of a human or an animal, but the present invention is not limited thereto, and the internal structure may be imaged by the X-ray imaging apparatuses 1, 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, and 1e. It may be the object 10.

1 is a perspective view illustrating a table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment, and FIG. 2 is a perspective view illustrating a stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the first direction X and the second direction Y may be included in a horizontal direction horizontal to the mounting surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1. The third direction Z may be defined as a vertical direction perpendicular to the mounting surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1. In addition, the third direction Z may be defined as the height direction of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 may include a table mode and a stand mode. In addition, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 may further include a portable mode as shown in FIG. 10.

In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1, the X-ray detector 41 may be used for photographing together with the table 33. In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1, the object 10 may be positioned on the table 33 as shown in FIG. 1.

In the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1, the X-ray detector 41 may be mounted on a separate structure provided to support the X-ray detector 41 and used for imaging. As an example, the X-ray detector 41 may be mounted to the body frame 42 to be used for imaging as shown in FIG. 2. In the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1, the object 10 may not be positioned on the table 33.

In the portable mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1, the X-ray detector 41 may be used for imaging without being mounted on a separate structure. In the portable mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1, the X-ray detector 41 is easily portable.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1 may include an X-ray irradiation module 20. The X-ray irradiation module 20 may be provided to move along the guide rail 50. As an example, the X-ray irradiation module 20 may be provided to move along the second guide rail 52 extending in the second direction (Y).

The X-ray irradiation module 20 may include an X-ray source 21. The X-ray source 21 may be provided to generate X-rays and irradiate the object 10. The X-ray source 21 may include an X-ray tube 21a for generating X-rays and a collimator 21b for adjusting an irradiation area of the generated X-rays.

The X-ray irradiation module 20 may further include a column 22 extending along the third direction Z perpendicular to the first direction X and the second direction Y. FIG. The column 22 may be provided to be rotatable about a column rotating axis 23 extending along the third direction Z.

The X-ray irradiation module 20 may further include an arm 24 connecting the column 22 and the X-ray source 21 to be stretchable toward the object 10. In other words, the X-ray irradiation module 20 may further include an arm 24 connecting the column 22 and the X-ray source 21 to be stretchable in a horizontal direction horizontal to the installation surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1. Can be. As an example, the arm 24 may be installed in the column 22 to be foldable toward the object 10.

The X-ray source 21 may be coupled to one end of the arm 24 to be rotatable. Specifically, the X-ray source 21 is coupled to one end of the arm 24 so as to be rotatable about an X-ray source rotating axis 25 extending along a horizontal direction horizontal to the installation surface. Can be.

The X-ray irradiation module 20 may further include a link frame 26 connecting the column 22 and the guide rail 50. In other words, one end of the link frame 26 may be coupled to the column 22 and the other end of the link frame 26 may be coupled to the guide rail 50. Detailed description of the link frame 26 will be described later.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1 may further include a table module 30 provided to be movable in the first direction X. FIG. The table module 30 may be provided to be movable in the first direction X along the guide rail 50. In detail, the table module 30 may be provided to move along the first guide rail 51 extending in the first direction X. As shown in FIG.

The table module 30 may include a base frame 31. The base frame 31 may be provided to support the table 33. In addition, the base frame 31 may be disposed on the guide rail 50 to face the guide rail 50. The base frame 31 may be coupled to the guide rail 50 to be movable along the guide rail 50. The base frame 31 may be provided to be stretchable in the third direction Z. FIG. As an example, the base frame 31 may be provided to be foldable in the third direction (Z). The base frame 31 may have a substantially box shape. However, the shape of the base frame 31 is not limited to the box shape, and can be variously modified. The base frame 31 may include a guide groove 32 formed on an outer surface of the base frame 31. The support frame 34 may be inserted into the guide groove 32 to rotate. The guide groove 32 may be formed on the outer surface of the base frame 31 along the trajectory of the support frame 34.

The table module 30 may further include a table 33 provided to position the object 10. In detail, the object 10 may be disposed on the table 33 when the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 executes the table mode. The table 33 may be installed on the base frame 31 to be slidable. In addition, the table 33 may be installed on the base frame 31 to be rotatable.

The table module 30 may further include a support frame 34 (see FIG. 6A) connecting the table 33 and the base frame 31. Preferably, the table module 30 may include a plurality of support frames 34. However, the support frame 34 is sufficient to be able to connect the table 33 and the base frame 31, the number can be changed in various ways.

The table module 30 may further include a plurality of connection blocks 35 disposed between the table 33 and the base frame 31.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1 may further include an X-ray detector module 40 provided to be movable in the second direction (Y). The X-ray detector module 40 may be provided to be movable in the second direction Y along the guide rail 50. In detail, the X-ray detector module 40 may be provided to move along the second guide rail 52 extending in the second direction (Y).

The X-ray detector module 40 may include an X-ray detector 41 provided to detect X-rays passing through the object 10 and convert the X-ray detectors into electrical signals.

The X-ray detector module 40 may further include a body frame 42 provided to support the X-ray detector 41. The X-ray detector 41 may be coupled to the body frame 42 to be rotatable. The body frame 42 may be provided to be stretchable in the third direction Z. FIG. As an example, the body frame 42 may be provided to be foldable in the third direction (Z). The body frame 42 may be disposed on the guide rail 50 to face the guide rail 50. The body frame 42 may be coupled to the guide rail 50 to be movable along the guide rail 50. Preferably, the body frame 42 may be coupled to the guide rail 50 to be detachable. The body frame 42 may have a substantially box shape. However, the shape of the body frame 42 is not limited to the box shape, and can be variously modified.

The X-ray detector module 40 may further include a connection frame 43 disposed between the X-ray detector 41 and the body frame 42. The connection frame 43 may connect the X-ray detector 41 and the body frame 42. In other words, the X-ray detector 41 may be coupled to the body frame 42 through the connection frame 43. The connecting frame 43 may be coupled to the body frame 42 so as to be rotatable about the first pivot axis 44 extending along the third direction Z. FIG. The X-ray detector 41 may be coupled to the connection frame 43 to be rotatable about the two pivot axes 45. The first pivot axis 44 and the second pivot axis 45 may be perpendicular to each other.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1 may further include a guide rail 50 provided to move the table module 30 and the X-ray detector module 40. The guide rail 50 may include a first guide rail 51 extending along the first direction X and a second guide rail 52 extending along the second direction Y. As shown in FIG. The first guide rail 51 and the second guide rail 52 may be integrally formed to cross each other. Preferably, the first guide rail 51 and the second guide rail 52 may be integrally formed to be orthogonal to each other. However, the arrangement relationship between the first guide rail 51 and the second guide rail 52 is not limited to the above examples and can be variously changed. In addition, the first guide rail 51 and the second guide rail 52 may not only be formed integrally, but may be separately formed and used in an assembled state. The table module 30 may linearly move along the first guide rail 51, and the X-ray detector module 40 may linearly move along the second guide rail 52.

3 is a diagram illustrating a table moving along a second direction in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment, and FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating a table moving in the first direction in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment. The figure shows the state moving along.

As shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, the table 33 may be installed on the base frame 31 to be slidable. In detail, the table 33 may be installed on the base frame 31 to be slidable in a horizontal direction horizontal to the mounting surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1. More specifically, the table 33 may be installed in the base frame 31 to be slidable in the first direction X and the second direction Y. FIG.

The table module 30 may include a plurality of connection blocks 35 disposed between the table 33 and the base frame 31. Specifically, the plurality of connection blocks 35 may include a first connection block 36 on which the table 33 is slidably mounted in any one of the first direction X and the second direction Y. FIG. Can be. As an example, the table 33 may be mounted to the first connection block 36 to be slidable along the second direction Y. As shown in FIG. The plurality of connection blocks 35 may include a first connection block so that the first connection block 36 can slide along the other of the first direction X and the second direction Y integrally with the table 33. 36 may further include a second connection block 37 mounted thereon. As an example, the first connection block 36 may be mounted to the second connection block 37 to be slidable along the first direction X integrally with the table 33.

The table 33 may include a first surface 33a on which the object 10 is disposed and a second surface 33b corresponding to the first surface 33a (see FIG. 6A). A protrusion (not shown) may be formed on the second surface 33b of the table 33.

The first connection block 36 may include a first surface 36a facing the table 33 and a second surface (not shown) corresponding to the first surface 36a. The table seating portion 36b may be formed on the first surface 36a of the first connection block 36 to which the protrusion of the table 33 is movably coupled, and the second surface of the first connection block 36 may be formed. Protrusions (not shown) may be formed therein.

The second connection block 37 may include a first surface 37a facing the first connection block 36 and a second surface (not shown) corresponding to the first surface 37a. The first block 37a of the second connection block 37 may have a connection block seating portion 37b to which the protrusion of the first connection block 36 is movably coupled. The second surface of the second connection block 37 may face the base frame 31.

5 is a diagram illustrating a table rotating in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 5, the table 33 may be installed on the base frame 31 to be rotatable. Specifically, the table 33 may be installed on the base frame 31 to be rotatable about a rotating axis 60a extending along the third direction Z. As shown in FIG.

6A and 6B illustrate a process in which a table module and an X-ray detector module extend in a third direction in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.

As shown in FIGS. 6A and 6B, the table module 30 and the X-ray detector module 40 may be stretched along the third direction Z. As shown in FIG. Specifically, the base frame 31 of the table module 30 and the body frame 42 of the X-ray detector module 40 may be stretched along the third direction (Z). The table module 30 and the X-ray detector module 40 may be separately stretched or interlocked with each other.

7 is a view illustrating a table flipped in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment, and FIGS. 8A and 8B illustrate a process of flipping a table in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment. FIG. 7 is a view from an angle different from that of FIG. 7.

As illustrated in FIGS. 7 to 8B, the table 33 may be turned away from the X-ray detector module 40 in the first direction X. As shown in FIG. That is, the table 33 may be turned away from the X-ray detector module 40 in the first direction X when the table 33 changes from the table mode to the stand mode.

In another aspect, the table 33 may be installed on the base frame 31 so as to rotate about a rotating shaft 60 extending along the second direction (Y). In detail, the table module 30 may include a support frame connecting the table 33 and the base frame 31 so that the table 33 rotates about the rotation axis 60 extending along the second direction Y. 34). One end of the support frame 34 may be coupled to the base frame 31, and the other end of the support frame 34 may be coupled to the second connection block 37. Preferably, the support frame 34 may be integrally formed with the second connection block 37 to be rotatably coupled to the base frame 31. The support frame 34 may be inserted into the guide groove 32 of the base frame 31 to rotate about the rotation shaft 60. The table 33 may rotate about the rotation axis 60 integrally with the support frame 34. The table 33 may be rotatably coupled to the base frame 31 via the connection block 35 and the support frame 34.

The table 33 may be disposed above the base frame 31 in the third direction Z in the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1. The table 33 may be disposed outside the base frame 31 in the first direction X to be far from the X-ray detector module 40 in the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1.

FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating an X-ray detector module moving along a second direction in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 9, the X-ray detector module 40 may move in the second direction Y along the guide rail 50. In other words, the X-ray detector module 40 may move in the second direction Y along the second guide rail 52.

A stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 will now be described with reference to FIG. 9. In order to execute the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1, the table 33 is turned away from the X-ray detector module 40, and then the first guide rail is moved away from the X-ray detector module 40. Move along (51). In this case, a predetermined imaging space in which the object 10 may be positioned may be formed between the table module 30 and the X-ray detector module 40. The photographing space can be formed in various locations without being limited to the above examples. As an example, the photographing space may be formed on the second guide rail 52 as shown in FIG. 2. After moving the table module 30 away from the X-ray detector module 40, the body frame 42 of the X-ray detector module 40 is extended in the third direction (Z). That is, the height of the X-ray detector module 40 is adjusted. Then, the body frame 42 of the X-ray detector module 40 is moved along the second guide rail 52 to a position suitable for imaging. At this time, the order of height adjustment and position adjustment of the X-ray detector module 40 may be changed. When the body frame 42 of the X-ray detector module 40 reaches an appropriate position for imaging, the X-ray detector 41 is adjusted to face the X-ray source 21, and then the imaging of the object 10 is performed.

10 is a diagram illustrating a state in which an X-ray detector module is separated from a guide rail in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 10, the X-ray detector module 40 may be separated from the guide rail 50. That is, the X-ray detector module 40 may be coupled to the guide rail 50 so as to be detachable from the guide rail 50. When the X-ray detector module 40 is separated from the guide rail 50, the portable mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 may be performed.

11A and 11B are views illustrating a process of moving an X-ray irradiation module in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment, and FIG. 12 is coupled to a guide rail in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment. It is an enlarged view of a portion of the X-ray irradiation module. Specifically, FIG. 12 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 11B.

As shown in FIGS. 11A to 12, the X-ray irradiation module 20 may move along the guide rail 50. In detail, the X-ray irradiation module 20 may move along the second guide rail 52.

The X-ray irradiation module 20 may include a link frame 26 connecting the column 22 and the second guide rail 52. One end of the link frame 26 may be coupled to the second guide rail 52 so as to be rotatable. Specifically, one end of the link frame 26 may be coupled to the second guide rail 52 so as to be rotatable about a link frame rotating axis 27 parallel to the column rotation axis 23. . In other words, one end of the link frame 26 may be coupled to the second guide rail 52 so as to be rotatable about the link frame rotation axis 27 extending along the third direction Z.

The X-ray irradiation module 20 may further include a moving member 28 provided at one end of the link frame 26 and movably coupled to the second guide rail 52. One end of the link frame 26 may be coupled to the second guide rail 52 through the moving member 28. One end of the link frame 26 may be coupled to the moving member 28 to be rotatable about the link frame rotation axis 27.

The X-ray irradiation module 20 is rotatable about the link frame rotating shaft 27 at the shortest end of the second guide rail 52. However, the rotational position of the X-ray irradiation module 20 may be a position that does not interfere with the table 33 and is not limited to the shortest portion of the second guide rail 52.

13A and 13B are views illustrating a process of moving an X-ray irradiation module in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the second embodiment. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. “1a” shown in FIGS. 13A and 13B refers to the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the second embodiment.

As shown in FIGS. 13A and 13B, the X-ray irradiation module 20a is stretched toward the X-ray source 21, the column 22 extending along the third direction Z, and the object 10. The arm 24 may be included to connect the column 22 and the X-ray source 21.

The X-ray irradiation module 20a may further include a rail frame 29 connecting the column 22 and the guide rail 50 so that the column 22 may be coupled and move along the first direction X. FIG. The column 22 may be coupled to the rail frame 29 to move along the first direction X. FIG. The rail frame 29 may be coupled to the second guide rail 52 so that the rail frame 29 may move along the second direction Y. FIG.

The X-ray irradiation module 20a may further include a sliding block 29a coupled to one end of the rail frame 29. The sliding block 29a may be movably coupled to the second guide rail 52. That is, the rail frame 29 may be movably coupled to the second guide rail 52 through the sliding block 29a. However, not only the rail frame 29 is movably coupled to the second guide rail 52 through the sliding block 29a, but also the rail frame 29 is directly movable to the second guide rail 52. It is also possible to combine.

14 is a perspective view illustrating an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a third embodiment, and FIGS. 15A and 15B illustrate a process of flipping a table in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the third embodiment. FIG. 16 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 14 and FIG. 17 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 15B. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted.

As shown in FIGS. 14 to 17, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1b may further include an elastic module 70 installed at one side of the support frame 34 to be stretched or contracted according to whether the table 33 is rotated. have. The elastic module 70 compensates the weight of the table 33 so that the user can easily rotate the table 33.

The support frame 34 may be coupled to the base frame 31. Specifically, the support frame 34 may be coupled to the outside of the base frame 31 to be exposed to the outside.

The table module 30 may include a table bracket 39 provided on the table 33. Specifically, the table bracket 39 may be mounted on the second connection block 37.

The elastic module 70 includes a housing 71 coupled to the table bracket 39, a rod 72 located inside the housing 71, and an elastic member 73 coupled to the rod 72 so as to be elastic. It may include. As an example, the elastic member 73 may include a compression spring. The rod 72 may be provided to extend in the third direction Z.

The elastic module 70 may further include a mounting member 74 connecting the rod 72 and the table bracket 39. That is, one end of the rod 72 may be coupled to the support frame 34, and the other end of the rod 72 may be coupled to the mounting member 74. The other end of the rod 72 may be coupled to the table bracket 39 via the mounting member 74. The mounting member 74 may extend long along the third direction Z to be located on the same line as the rod 72.

The elastic module 70 may further include a nut 75 coupled to the rod 72 to adjust the preload. The nut 75 may be coupled to the rod 72 to be positioned between the elastic member 73 and the mounting member 74.

The elastic module 70 may further include a pivot shaft 76 coupling the mounting member 74 and the table bracket 39. The pivot shaft 76 may be colinear with the axis of rotation 60 of the table 33. That is, the pivot shaft 76 may extend along the second direction Y such that the pivot shaft 76 is positioned on the same line as the rotation axis 60 of the table 33. The table bracket 39 may be provided to rotate with the table 33 about the pivot shaft 76.

The elastic module 70 may further include a coupling member 77 for coupling the table bracket 39 and the housing 71. Coupling member 77 may be disposed adjacent to pivot shaft 76. Specifically, the coupling member 77 and the pivot shaft 76 may be coupled to one end of the table bracket 39 to be adjacent to each other. The coupling member 77 may extend along the second direction Y to be parallel to the pivot shaft 76.

In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1b, the coupling member 77 may be positioned above the pivot shaft 76 in the third direction Z. In another aspect, before the table 33 is rotated, the coupling member 77 may be positioned above the pivot shaft 76 in the third direction (Z). In another aspect, when the table 33 is positioned above the base frame 31 in the third direction Z, the coupling member 77 moves the pivot shaft 76 in the third direction Z. It may be located at the top.

In the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1b, the coupling member 77 may be positioned below the pivot shaft 76 in the third direction Z. In another aspect, when the table 33 is rotated away from the X-ray detector module 40, the coupling member 77 may be positioned below the pivot shaft 76 in the third direction (Z). At this time, the housing 71 of the elastic module 70 coupled to the table bracket 39 by the coupling member 77 is lowered in the third direction Z, and the elastic member 73 is moved in the third direction Z. ) Can be extended to

In the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1a according to the second embodiment, and the X-ray imaging apparatus 1b according to the third embodiment, the table module 30 and the X-ray detector module 40 may move separately from each other, or move in conjunction with each other at the same time.

In addition, in the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1a according to the second embodiment, and the X-ray imaging apparatus 1b according to the third embodiment, the table module 30 and the X-ray The movement of the detector module 40 can be implemented not only by manual driving but also by automatic driving.

18 is a perspective view illustrating an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a fourth embodiment, and FIG. 19 is a perspective view illustrating an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a fourth embodiment from an angle different from that of FIG. 18. 20 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 19. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. Hereinafter, reference numerals not shown refer to FIGS. 1 and 2. Hereinafter, the first direction X and the second direction Y may be included in a horizontal direction horizontal to the mounting surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c. The third direction Z may be defined as a vertical direction perpendicular to the mounting surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c. In addition, the third direction Z may be defined as the height direction of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c. Preferably, the first direction X and the second direction Y may be perpendicular to each other. However, the relationship between the first direction X and the second direction Y is not limited to the above example. Hereinafter, the main body 80 may have a configuration similar to that of the base frame 31.

As illustrated in FIGS. 18 to 20, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may include an X-ray source (not shown) provided to generate X-rays and irradiate the object 10. The X-ray source may be provided to be movable to image various portions of the object 10.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may further include a main body 80 provided to be movable in the second direction (Y). The main body 80 may be provided to be movable in the second direction Y along the guide rail 110. The main body 80 may be provided to support the table 33. In addition, the main body 80 may be disposed on the guide rail 110 to face the guide rail 110. The main body 80 may be coupled to the guide rail 110 to be movable along the guide rail 110. The main body 80 may be provided to be stretchable in the third direction Z. FIG. As an example, the main body 80 may be provided to be foldable in the third direction (Z). The main body 80 may have a substantially box shape. However, the shape of the main body 80 is not limited to the box shape, it can be variously modified. The main body 80 may include a guide groove 32 formed on an outer surface of the main body 80. The support frame 34 (see FIG. 21B) may be inserted into the guide groove 32 to rotate. The guide groove 32 may be formed on the outer surface of the main body 80 along the trajectory of the support frame 34.

The main body 80 includes a first surface 81 to which the rail member 90 is coupled, a second surface 82 corresponding to the first surface 81, a first surface 81 and a second surface ( It may include a third surface 83 (see Fig. 21a) located between the 82. The guide groove 32 may be formed over the second surface 82 and the third surface 83 of the main body 80. In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c, the table 33 may be disposed to face the third surface 83 of the main body 80. In the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c, the table 33 may be disposed to face the second surface 82 of the main body 80.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may further include a table 33 on which the object 10 is positioned. In detail, the object 10 may be disposed on the table 33 when the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c executes the table mode. The table 33 may be installed on the main body 80 to be slidable. In addition, the table 33 may be installed on the main body 80 to be rotatable. The description of the table 33 is the same as that of the description of the table 33 of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first exemplary embodiment.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may further include a support frame 34 (see FIG. 21B) connecting the table 33 and the main body 80. The description of the support frame 34 is the same as the description of the support frame 34 of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment, and thus the description thereof will be omitted.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may further include a plurality of connection blocks 35 disposed between the table 33 and the base frame 31. Description of the plurality of connection blocks 35 is the same as that of the description of the plurality of connection blocks 35 of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment, and thus will be omitted.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may further include an X-ray detector 41 provided to detect the X-rays passing through the object 10, convert the X-rays into an electrical signal, and move in the first direction X. In detail, the X-ray detector 41 may be provided to be movable in the first direction X on the basis of the rotation of the rail member 90.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may further include a rail member 90 installed in the main body 80 to guide the movement of the X-ray detector 41. The rail member 90 may extend along the first direction X to guide the movement of the X-ray detector 41. Specifically, the rail member 90 may extend long along the first direction X on the basis before the rail member 90 rotates. The X-ray detector 41 may move along the rail member 90. The rail member 90 may be provided to move integrally with the main body 80. Specifically, the rail member 90 may be provided to move along the second direction Y integrally with the main body 80. The rail member 90 may be coupled to the main body 80 so as to be rotatable about a rotating shaft 91 (see FIG. 21C) extending along the second direction (Y). The rail member 90 extends long along the first direction X before rotating about the rotary shaft 91, and extends along the third direction Z after rotating about the rotary shaft 91. do.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may further include a connection member 100 provided to connect the X-ray detector 41 and the rail member 90. The X-ray detector 41 may be movably coupled to the rail member 90 via the connection member 100. The connection member 100 may include a first connection portion 101 coupled to the rail member 90 and a second connection portion 102 connecting the first connection portion 101 and the X-ray detector 41 to be movable. have. Specifically, the second connector 102 may be coupled to the first connector 101 to be rotatable about a first pivot axis 103 parallel to the rail member 90. In addition, the X-ray detector 41 may be coupled to the second connector 102 so as to be rotatable about the second pivot axis 104 extending along the second direction (Y).

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may further include a guide rail 110 provided to move the main body 80. The guide rail 110 may extend in the second direction (Y). The main body 80 may linearly move along the guide rail 110.

21A to 21C illustrate a process of converting from a table mode to a stand mode in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fourth embodiment. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. Hereinafter, reference numerals not shown refer to FIGS. 1 and 2.

As shown in FIGS. 21A to 21C, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c may include a table mode and a stand mode. Hereinafter, a process of converting the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c into the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c will be described.

In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c, the table 33 may be positioned above the main body 80 in the third direction Z. In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c, the X-ray detector 41 may be positioned below the table 33 in the third direction Z together with the main body 80. As shown in FIG. 21A, the table 33 may be turned away from the X-ray detector 41 in the second direction Y. As shown in FIG. That is, the table 33 may be turned away from the X-ray detector 41 in the second direction Y when the table 33 is changed from the table mode to the stand mode.

In another aspect, the table 33 may rotate about a rotation axis 60 extending along the first direction X. As shown in FIG. In the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c, the table 33 may rotate about the rotation axis 60 to face the second surface 82 of the main body 80. Specifically, the table 33 may be integrally rotated with the support frame 34 inserted into the guide groove 32 of the main body 80 to rotate about the rotation shaft 60.

As illustrated in FIG. 21B, the X-ray detector 41 may rotate about the first pivot axis 103 in a state of being coupled to the rail member 90. In detail, the X-ray detector 41 may rotate about the first pivot axis 103 in a direction away from the main body 80.

As illustrated in FIG. 21C, the rail member 90 may rotate about a rotation shaft 91 extending along the second direction Y. As illustrated in FIG. In detail, the rail member 90 may rotate about the rotation shaft 91 so as to extend in the third direction Z. That is, the rail member 90 may rotate about the rotation shaft 91 to have a height.

The X-ray detector 41 may move in the third direction Z along the rail member 90. When the X-ray detector 41 reaches an appropriate position for imaging, the X-ray detector 41 is rotated about the second pivot axis 104 to face the X-ray source, and then the imaging of the object 10 is performed.

FIG. 22 is a diagram illustrating a main body and an X-ray detector moving in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fourth embodiment. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. Hereinafter, reference numerals not shown refer to FIGS. 1 and 2.

As shown in FIG. 22, the X-ray detector 41 and the table 33 may move integrally with the main body 80. In detail, the X-ray detector 41 and the table 33 may move in the second direction Y along the guide rail 110 integrally with the main body 80.

The movement of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1c according to the fourth embodiment may be implemented not only by manual driving but also by automatic driving.

FIG. 23 is a perspective view illustrating an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a fifth embodiment, and FIG. 24 is a perspective view illustrating an X-ray imaging apparatus according to a fifth embodiment from an angle different from that of FIG. 23. 25 is a view illustrating a coupling relationship between an X-ray detector, a rail member, and a main body in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fifth embodiment. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. Hereinafter, reference numerals not shown refer to FIGS. 1 and 2. Hereinafter, the first direction X and the second direction Y may be included in a horizontal direction horizontal to the mounting surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d. The third direction Z may be defined as a vertical direction perpendicular to the mounting surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d. In addition, the third direction Z may be defined as the height direction of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d. Preferably, the first direction X and the second direction Y may be perpendicular to each other. However, the relationship between the first direction X and the second direction Y is not limited to the above example. Hereinafter, the main body 200 may have a configuration similar to that of the base frame 31.

23 to 25, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may include an X-ray source (not shown) provided to generate X-rays and irradiate the object 10. The X-ray source may be provided to be movable to image various portions of the object 10.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may further include a main body 200 provided to be movable in the second direction Y. FIG. The main body 200 may be provided to be movable in the second direction Y along the guide rail 110. The main body 200 may be provided to support the table 33. In addition, the main body 200 may be disposed on the guide rail 110 to face the guide rail 110. The main body 200 may be coupled to the guide rail 110 to be movable along the guide rail 110. The main body 200 may be provided to be stretchable in the third direction Z. As an example, the main body 200 may be provided to be foldable in the third direction (Z). The main body 200 may have a box shape. However, the shape of the main body 200 is not limited to the box shape, it can be variously modified. The main body 200 may include a guide groove 32 formed on an outer surface of the main body 200. The support frame 34 may be inserted into the guide groove 32 to rotate. The guide groove 32 may be formed on the outer surface of the main body 200 along the trajectory of the support frame 34.

The main body 200 includes a first surface 201 to which the link member 220 is coupled, a second surface 202 corresponding to the first surface 201, a first surface 201 and a second surface ( It may include a third surface 203 positioned between the 202. The guide groove 32 may be formed over the second surface 202 and the third surface 203 of the main body 200. In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d, the table 33 may be disposed to face the third surface 203 of the main body 200. In the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d, the table 33 may be disposed to face the second surface 202 of the main body 200.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may further include a table 33 on which the object 10 is positioned. In detail, the object 10 may be disposed on the table 33 when the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d executes the table mode. The table 33 may be installed in the main body 200 to be slidable. In addition, the table 33 may be installed on the main body 200 to be rotatable. The description of the table 33 is the same as that of the description of the table 33 of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first exemplary embodiment.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may further include a support frame 34 (see FIG. 26B) connecting the table 33 and the main body 200. The description of the support frame 34 is the same as the description of the support frame 34 of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment, and thus the description thereof will be omitted.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may further include a plurality of connection blocks 35 disposed between the table 33 and the base frame 31. Description of the plurality of connection blocks 35 is the same as that of the description of the plurality of connection blocks 35 of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment, and thus will be omitted.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may further include an X-ray detector 41 provided to detect X-rays passing through the object 10, convert the X-rays into an electrical signal, and move in the first direction X. In detail, the X-ray detector 41 may be provided to be movable in the first direction X on the basis of the rotation of the rail member 210.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may further include a rail member 210 provided to guide the movement of the X-ray detector 41. Specifically, the rail member 210 may be coupled to the main body 200 via the link member 220 to be described later. The rail member 210 may extend along the first direction X to guide the movement of the X-ray detector 41. In detail, the rail member 210 may extend in the first direction X based on the rail member 210 before the rail member 210 rotates. The X-ray detector 41 may move along the rail member 210. The rail member 210 may be provided to be integrated with the main body 200. Specifically, the rail member 210 may be provided to move along the second direction Y integrally with the main body 200. The rail member 210 may be provided to be rotatable about the first pivot shaft 240 extending along the second direction (Y). The rail member 210 extends along the first direction X before rotating about the first pivot shaft 240, and after the rail member 210 rotates about the first pivot shaft 240. Elongate along Z).

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may further include a link member 220 provided to connect the rail member 210 and the main body 200. In detail, the link member 220 may connect the rail member 210 and the main body 200 to allow the rail member 210 to be rotatable about the first pivot shaft 240. The rail member 210 may be rotatably coupled to the link member 220 to be positioned between the link member 220 and the X-ray detector 41.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may further include a moving block 230 coupled to the rail member 210 to be movable along the rail member 210. In other words, the moving block 230 may be provided to connect the rail member 210 and the X-ray detector 41. The X-ray detector 41 may be coupled to the moving block 230 to be rotatable about the second pivot axis 250 parallel to the first pivot axis 240.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may further include a guide rail 110 provided to move the main body 200. The guide rail 110 may extend in the second direction (Y). The main body 200 may linearly move along the guide rail 110.

26A to 26C illustrate a process of converting from a table mode to a stand mode in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fifth embodiment. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. Hereinafter, reference numerals not shown refer to FIGS. 1 and 2.

As illustrated in FIGS. 26A to 26C, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d may include a table mode and a stand mode. Hereinafter, a process of converting the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d to the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d will be described.

In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d, the table 33 may be positioned above the main body 200 in the third direction Z. In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d, the X-ray detector 41 may be positioned below the table 33 in the third direction Z together with the main body 200. As shown in FIG. 26A, the table 33 may be turned away from the X-ray detector 41 in the second direction Y. As shown in FIG. That is, the table 33 may be turned away from the X-ray detector 41 in the second direction Y when the table 33 is changed from the table mode to the stand mode.

In another aspect, the table 33 may rotate about a rotation axis 60 extending along the first direction X. As shown in FIG. In the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d, the table 33 may rotate about the rotation axis 60 to face the second surface 202 of the main body 200. Specifically, the table 33 may be integrally rotated with the support frame 34 inserted into the guide groove 32 of the main body 200 to rotate about the rotation shaft 60.

As illustrated in FIG. 26B, the X-ray detector 41 may move along the first direction X while being coupled to the rail member 210.

When the X-ray detector 41 reaches a position suitable for imaging, the rail member 210 may be rotated about the first pivot shaft 240, as shown in FIG. 26C. Specifically, the rail member 210 may be rotated about the first pivot shaft 240 to extend in the third direction (Z). That is, the rail member 210 may be rotated about the first pivot shaft 240 to have a height. The X-ray detector 41 may be rotated about the second pivot axis 250 to face the X-ray source.

The order of rotating the rail member 210 about the first pivot shaft 240 and moving the X-ray detector 41 along the rail member 210 may be changed. That is, after the rail member 210 is rotated about the first pivot shaft 240, the X-ray detector 41 is moved along the rail member 210 to a position suitable for photographing, and the X-ray detector faces the X-ray source. It is also possible to rotate the 41 around the second pivot axis 250.

FIG. 27 is a diagram illustrating a main body and an X-ray detector moving in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the fifth embodiment. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. Hereinafter, reference numerals not shown refer to FIGS. 1 and 2.

As shown in FIG. 27, the X-ray detector 41 and the table 33 may move together with the main body 200. In detail, the X-ray detector 41 and the table 33 may move in the second direction Y along the guide rail 110 integrally with the main body 200.

The motion of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1d according to the fifth embodiment may be implemented not only by manual driving but also by automatic driving.

FIG. 28 is a perspective view illustrating an X-ray imaging apparatus according to the sixth embodiment, and FIG. 29 is a perspective view illustrating an X-ray imaging apparatus according to the sixth embodiment at different angles from FIG. 28. 30 is a diagram illustrating a state in which an X-ray detector moves in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the sixth embodiment. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. Hereinafter, reference numerals not shown refer to FIGS. 1 and 2. Hereinafter, the first direction X and the second direction Y may be included in a horizontal direction horizontal to the mounting surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e. The third direction Z may be defined as a vertical direction perpendicular to the mounting surface of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e. In addition, the third direction Z may be defined as the height direction of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e. Preferably, the first direction X and the second direction Y may be perpendicular to each other. However, the relationship between the first direction X and the second direction Y is not limited to the above example. Hereinafter, the main body 300 may have a configuration similar to that of the base frame 31.

As illustrated in FIGS. 28 to 30, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may include an X-ray source (not shown) provided to generate X-rays and irradiate the object 10. The X-ray source may be provided to be movable to image various portions of the object 10.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may further include a main body 300 provided to be movable in the second direction (Y). The main body 300 may be provided to be movable in the second direction Y along the guide rail 110. The main body 300 may be provided to support the table 33. In addition, the main body 300 may be disposed on the guide rail 110 to face the guide rail 110. The main body 300 may be coupled to the guide rail 110 to be movable along the guide rail 110. The main body 300 may be provided to be stretchable in the third direction Z. FIG. As an example, the main body 300 may be provided to be foldable in the third direction (Z). The main body 300 may have a box shape. However, the shape of the main body 300 is not limited to the box shape, it can be variously modified. The main body 300 may include a guide groove 32 formed on an outer surface of the main body 300. The support frame (not shown) may be inserted into the guide groove 32 to rotate. The guide groove 32 may be formed on the outer surface of the main body 300 along the trajectory of the support frame.

The main body 300 includes a first surface 301 adjacent to the rail member 310, a second surface (not shown) corresponding to the first surface 301, a first surface 301 and a second surface. And positioned between the third surface 303 and the first surface 301 and the second surface facing the table 33 in the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e. A fourth surface 304 facing the table 33 may be included in the stand mode. The link member 320 may be coupled to the first surface 301 of the main body 300. In other words, the rail member 310 may be coupled to the first surface 301 of the main body 300 via the link member 320. Accordingly, the rail member 310 may move along the guide rail 110 integrally with the main body 300. The guide groove 32 may be formed over the third surface 303 and the fourth surface 304 of the main body 300.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may further include a table 33 on which the object 10 is positioned. In detail, the object 10 may be disposed on the table 33 when the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e executes the table mode. The table 33 may be installed on the main body 300 to be slidable. In addition, the table 33 may be installed on the main body 300 to be rotatable. The description of the table 33 is the same as that of the description of the table 33 of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first exemplary embodiment.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may further include a support frame connecting the table 33 and the main body 300. The description of the support frame is the same as the description of the support frame 34 of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment, and thus will be omitted.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may further include a plurality of connection blocks 35 disposed between the table 33 and the base frame 31. Description of the plurality of connection blocks 35 is the same as that of the description of the plurality of connection blocks 35 of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment, and thus will be omitted.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may further include an X-ray detector 41 provided to detect the X-rays passing through the object 10, convert the X-rays into an electrical signal, and move in the first direction X. In detail, the X-ray detector 41 may be provided to be movable in the first direction X on the basis of the rotation of the rail member 310.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may further include a rail member 310 provided to guide the movement of the X-ray detector 41. The rail member 310 may extend along the first direction X to guide the movement of the X-ray detector 41. In detail, the rail member 310 may extend in the first direction X based on the rail member 310 before the rail member 310 rotates. The X-ray detector 41 may move along the rail member 310. The rail member 310 may be provided to be integrated with the main body 300. Specifically, the rail member 310 may be provided to move along the second direction (Y) integrally with the main body (300). The rail member 310 may be provided to be rotatable about the first pivot shaft 340 extending along the second direction (Y). The rail member 310 extends long along the first direction X before rotating about the first pivot shaft 340, and after rotating about the first pivot shaft 340, the rail member 310 is rotated about the first pivot shaft 340. Elongate along Z).

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may further include a link member 320 provided to connect the rail member 310 and the main body 300. Specifically, the link member 320 may connect the rail member 310 and the main body 300 so that the rail member 310 rotates about the first pivot shaft 340.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may further include a connection member 330 coupled to the rail member 310 to move along the rail member 310. In other words, the connection member 330 may be provided to connect the rail member 310 and the X-ray detector 41. The connection member 330 may be coupled to the rail member 310 to be rotatable about the rail member 310. The X-ray detector 41 may be coupled to the connection member 330 so as to be rotatable about a second pivot axis 350 parallel to the first pivot axis 340.

The X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may further include a guide rail 110 provided to move the main body 300. The guide rail 110 may extend in the second direction (Y). The main body 300 may linearly move along the guide rail 110.

31A to 31C are views illustrating a process of converting from a table mode to a stand mode in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the sixth embodiment, and FIG. 32 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 31C. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. Hereinafter, reference numerals not shown refer to FIGS. 1 and 2.

31A to 32, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e may include a table mode and a stand mode. Hereinafter, a process of converting the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e to the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e will be described.

In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e, the table 33 may be positioned above the main body 300 in the third direction Z. In the table mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e, the X-ray detector 41 may be positioned below the table 33 in the third direction Z along with the main body 300. As shown in FIG. 31A, the table 33 may be flipped so that the X-ray detector 41 is exposed to the outside. That is, the table 33 may be flipped so that the X-ray detector 41 is exposed to the outside when the table 33 is changed from the table mode to the stand mode.

In another aspect, the table 33 may rotate about a rotation axis 60 extending along the first direction X. As shown in FIG. In the stand mode of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e, the table 33 may rotate about the rotation axis 60 to face the fourth surface 304 of the main body 300. Specifically, the table 33 may be integrally rotated with the support frame 34 inserted into the guide groove 32 of the main body 300 to rotate about the rotation shaft 60.

As shown in FIG. 31B, the X-ray detector 41 may move along the first direction X while being coupled to the rail member 310.

When the X-ray detector 41 reaches a position suitable for imaging, the rail member 310 may be rotated about the first pivot axis 340, as shown in FIG. 31C. Specifically, the rail member 310 may be rotated about the first pivot axis 340 to extend in the third direction (Z). That is, the rail member 310 may be rotated about the first pivot shaft 340 to have a height. In addition, the connection member 330 may be rotated about the rail member 310 so that the X-ray detector 41 faces the X-ray source. When the X-ray detector 41 is disposed to face the X-ray source, the X-ray detector 41 may be rotated about the second pivot axis 350 to face the X-ray source. That is, by rotating the connecting member 330 around the rail member 310, the arrangement relationship between the X-ray detector 41 and the X-ray source is primarily adjusted, and the X-ray detector 41 is centered on the second pivot axis 350. The rotation relationship of the X-ray detector 41 and the X-ray source may be secondarily adjusted.

The order of rotating the rail member 310 about the first pivot shaft 340 and moving the X-ray detector 41 along the rail member 310 may be changed. That is, after the rail member 310 is rotated about the first pivot shaft 340, the X-ray detector 41 may be moved to a position suitable for photographing along the rail member 310. The X-ray detector 41 is rotated about the rail member 310, and the X-ray detector 41 is rotated about the second pivot axis 350. It is also possible to position the X-ray detector 41 to face each other.

33 is a diagram illustrating a main body and an X-ray detector moving in the X-ray imaging apparatus according to the sixth embodiment. Hereinafter, a description overlapping with the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted. Hereinafter, reference numerals not shown refer to FIGS. 1 and 2.

As shown in FIG. 33, the X-ray detector 41 and the table 33 may move together with the main body 300. In detail, the X-ray detector 41 and the table 33 may move in the second direction Y along the guide rail 110 integrally with the main body 300.

The movement of the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e according to the sixth embodiment may be implemented not only by manual driving but also by automatic driving.

Since the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 to the sixth embodiment includes the table mode and the stand mode, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 to the sixth embodiment may capture the object 10 at various angles. . As an example, side photographing of the object may be performed while the object 10 is positioned on the table 33.

In addition, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 to the sixth embodiment may be installed in a narrow space.

In addition, various types of X-ray irradiation modules may be used in the X-ray imaging apparatuses 1 to 6 according to the first embodiment. For example, in the X-ray imaging apparatus 1 to 6e according to the first embodiment, the X-ray imaging apparatus 1e according to the sixth embodiment may include various types such as a ceiling embedded X-ray irradiation module, a stand-type X-ray irradiation module, a mobile X-ray irradiation module, and the like. Type X-ray irradiation module can be used.

In the above, specific embodiments have been illustrated and described. However, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and those skilled in the art may make various changes without departing from the spirit of the technical idea of the invention as set forth in the claims below. .

1,1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e: X-ray imaging apparatus 10: object
20,20a: X-ray irradiation module 21: X-ray source
21a: X-ray tube 21b: collimator
22: column 23: column rotation axis
24: arm 25: X-ray source rotation axis
26: link frame 27: link frame rotation axis
28: moving member 29: rail frame
29a: sliding block 30: table module
31: base frame 32: guide groove
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35: connection block 36: first connection block
36a: first page 36b: table seat
37: second connection block 37a: first side
37b: Connecting block seat 39: Table bracket
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42: body frame 43: connecting frame
44: first pivot axis 45: second pivot axis
50: guide rail 51: first guide rail
52: second guide rail 60: rotation axis (rotation axis of the table)
70: elastic module 71: housing
72: rod 73: elastic member
74: mounting member 75: nut
76: pivot shaft 77: engaging member
80: main body 81: first side
82: page 2 83: page 3
90: rail member 91: rotating shaft (rotating shaft of the rail member)
100: connecting member 101: first connecting portion
102: second connecting portion 103: first pivot axis
104: second pivot shaft 110: guide rail
200: main body 201: first side
202: second page 203: third page
210: rail member 220: link member
230: moving block 240: first pivot axis
250: second pivot axis 300: main body
301: first page 303: third page
304: fourth surface 310: rail member
320: link member 330: connecting member
340: first pivot axis 350: second pivot axis
60a: axis of rotation

Claims (23)

An X-ray source arranged to generate X-rays and irradiate the object;
A table module provided to be movable in a first direction; And
And an X-ray detector module provided to be movable in a second direction and including an X-ray detector configured to detect X-rays transmitted through the object and convert the X-rays into an electrical signal.
The table module,
Base frame; And
And a table disposed on the base frame to position the object and to slide in the first direction and the second direction. The method of claim 1,
The table is mounted on the base frame to be rotatable about a rotation axis extending in a third direction perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction. The method of claim 1,
The table module may further include a support frame connecting the table and the base frame such that the table rotates about a rotation axis extending along the second direction. The method of claim 3, wherein
The base frame includes a guide groove formed on the outer surface of the base frame along the trajectory of the support frame so that the support frame is inserted and rotated. The method of claim 3, wherein
And an elastic module installed at one side of the support frame to expand and contract according to whether the table is rotated or not. The method of claim 5,
The elastic module,
A housing coupled to a table bracket provided on the table;
A rod extending in a third direction perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction so as to be located inside the housing, and having one end coupled to a support frame bracket mounted to the support frame; And
And an elastic member coupled to the rod to be stretchable. The method of claim 6,
The elastic module,
A mounting member connecting the other end of the rod and the table bracket; And
A pivot shaft positioned on the same line as the rotation axis and configured to couple the mounting member and the table bracket to each other;
The table bracket is provided to rotate with the table about the pivot shaft. The method of claim 7, wherein
The elastic module further includes a coupling member for coupling the table bracket and the housing,
And the coupling member is positioned below the pivot shaft in the third direction when the table is rotated away from the X-ray detector module. The method of claim 1,
The table module further includes a plurality of connection blocks disposed between the table and the base frame,
The plurality of connection blocks,
A first connection block on which the table is slidably mounted in any one of the first direction and the second direction; And
And a second connection block on which the first connection block is mounted such that the first connection block is slidable along the other of the first direction and the second direction integrally with the table. The method of claim 1,
The X-ray detector module further includes a body frame coupled to the X-ray detector so as to be rotatable and provided to be stretchable in a third direction perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction. The method of claim 10,
The X-ray detector module further includes a connection frame disposed between the X-ray detector and the body frame and coupled to the body frame to be rotatable about a first pivot axis extending along the third direction.
The X-ray detector is coupled to the connection frame to be rotatable about a second pivot axis perpendicular to the first pivot axis. The method of claim 1,
And a guide rail provided to move the table module and the X-ray detector module. The method of claim 12,
The X-ray detector module is removable from the guide rail. The method of claim 12,
Further comprising an X-ray source, the X-ray irradiation module is provided to move along the guide rail,
The X-ray irradiation module,
A column extending in a third direction perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction;
An arm connecting the column and the X-ray source to be stretchable toward the object; And
And a link frame connecting the column and the guide rail. The method of claim 14,
The column is provided to be rotatable about a column axis of rotation extending along the third direction,
One end of the link frame is coupled to the guide rail so as to be rotatable about a link frame axis of rotation parallel to the column axis of rotation. The method of claim 12,
Further comprising an X-ray source, the X-ray irradiation module is provided to move along the guide rail,
The X-ray irradiation module,
A column extending in a third direction perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction;
An arm connecting the column and the X-ray source to be stretchable toward the object; And
And a rail frame connecting the column and the guide rail so that the columns are coupled and move along the first direction. An X-ray source arranged to generate X-rays and irradiate the object;
An X-ray detector configured to detect X-rays passing through the object, convert the X-rays into electrical signals, and move in a first direction;
A table provided to position the object;
A main body provided to support the table and provided to be movable in a second direction; And
And a rail member extending in the first direction so as to guide the movement of the X-ray detector and disposed to move integrally with the main body in the second direction. The method of claim 17,
The rail member is coupled to the main body to be rotatable about a rotation axis extending along the second direction. The method of claim 17,
Further comprising a connection member for connecting the X-ray detector and the rail member,
The connecting member,
A first connection part coupled to the rail member to be movable; And
A second connector coupled to the first connector to be rotatable about a first pivot axis parallel to the rail member, the second connector being coupled to the X-ray detector to be rotatable about a second pivot axis extending along the second direction; X-ray imaging apparatus comprising a. The method of claim 17,
And a guide rail provided to move the main body. The method of claim 17,
A link member connecting the rail member and the main body such that the rail member is rotatable about a first pivot axis extending along the second direction; And
And a moving block coupled to the rail member so as to be movable along the rail member, wherein the X-ray detector is rotatably coupled about a second pivot axis parallel to the first pivot axis. The method of claim 17,
A link member connecting the rail member and the main body such that the rail member is rotatable about a first pivot axis extending along the second direction; And
And a connecting member movable to the rail member and coupled to the rail member so as to be rotatable about the rail member. The method of claim 22,
The X-ray detector is coupled to the connection member to be rotatable about a second pivot axis parallel to the first pivot axis.

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