Mobile ultrasound diagnostic instrument and docking stand
First Claim
1. A mobile ultrasound diagnostic instrument comprising:
- a) an ultrasound console including electronics for driving a transducer array and processing reflected ultrasound waves, a signal connector for input and output of signals or reception of video signals for an auxiliary display, and a visual display for processed ultrasound waves, and b) a docking stand including 1) a sleeve for slidably receiving the console of the instrument, the sleeve configured to expose the visual display and manual control on the console, and having a signal connector for mating with said connector of the console, 2) a vertical support for positioning the sleeve in a raised position, and 3) a base for the vertical support.
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Abstract
A mobile ultrasound diagnostic instrument including a self-powered ultrasound console having electronics for driving a transducer array and processing reflected ultrasound waves, and a visual display for processed ultrasound waves. A docking stand is provided for the console and includes a sleeve for slidably receiving the console of the instrument, the sleeve being configured to expose the visual display and manual controls of the console. A vertical support positions the sleeve in a raised position above the base, which preferably includes wheels for moving the docking stand and diagnostic instrument during use. The sleeve preferably includes a signal connector for mating with a connector of the console and receiving video signals for auxiliary display. A power connector can be provided for mating with a power connector of the console for operating the console and for charging batteries in the console. The sleeve is attached to the vertical support by universal motion joint whereby the sleeve can be rotated and tilted during use, and the vertical support is extendible to vary height of the sleeve. Preferably the vertical support includes a coupler for joining the first portion of the vertical support attached to the sleeve and a second portion of the vertical support attached to the base, the first portion being removable from the second portion and attachable to a second vertical support such as an immobile stand for desk use.
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14 Claims
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1. A mobile ultrasound diagnostic instrument comprising:
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a) an ultrasound console including electronics for driving a transducer array and processing reflected ultrasound waves, a signal connector for input and output of signals or reception of video signals for an auxiliary display, and a visual display for processed ultrasound waves, and b) a docking stand including 1) a sleeve for slidably receiving the console of the instrument, the sleeve configured to expose the visual display and manual control on the console, and having a signal connector for mating with said connector of the console, 2) a vertical support for positioning the sleeve in a raised position, and 3) a base for the vertical support. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14)
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