Electronic thermometer

Digital Thermometer

The present invention relates to a temperature sensing device, and more particularly to an electronic thermometer that can replace a sensing head and achieve two-way signal transmission with an electronic device.

According to the mercury thermometer, the mercury thermometer has been widely used in human body temperature measurement. People use mercury to naturally expand and cold and shrink naturally. Mercury balls and mercury columns, the end mercury balls have different shapes and sizes depending on the measurement position. For example, the mouth temperature measurement system is slender, and the anus temperature measurement is short and round or color is used to distinguish the body temperature. In the process, the mercury of the thermometer is thermally expanded, so that the expanded mercury rises along the mercury column, and the user can set the data according to the external scale reading; however, the mercury thermometer has fragility, and the measurement value differs depending on the angle of view. Missing, especially mercury-containing mercury (mercury) metals in mercury thermometers. Because mercury metals and their compounds seriously endanger humans, environmental ecology, and animals and plants, the ban on mercury in countries around the world has become a trend, so the promotion of electronic thermometers is imperative.

The measurement principle of the general electronic thermometer is to calculate the time required for the oscillation circuit formed by the externally connected reference resistor and capacitor to oscillate to a specific number of times by using the built-in timing circuit of the integrated circuit, and then switch to the temperature sensitive resistor and The same capacitor in the oscillating circuit is oscillated, and the number of oscillations in the reference time is obtained, and is converted into a data signal and sent to the display through the internal operation of the microprocessor; since the advancement of science and technology has made great progress, people have requirements for sanitary conditions. It has also grown continuously. Since the users of household electronic thermometers are their own relatives, the general user may be more concerned about the sharing of household electronic thermometers, but the electronic thermometers used in medical institutions are shared by all patients. Even if it is easily disinfected by alcohol, it is impossible to remove people's doubts about viral infection.

Therefore, in view of the problems existing in the above-mentioned conventional structure, how to develop an innovative structure that is more ideal and practical, and to use the eagerly awaited by consumers, is also the goal and direction of the relevant industry to strive to develop breakthroughs.

In view of the prior art, an object of the present invention is to provide an electronic thermometer capable of separating the control portion and the sensing portion of the electronic thermometer, thereby replacing the temperature sensing element and avoiding virus infection caused by the shared temperature sensing head. The user can select the corresponding temperature sensing component according to different measurement parts. Further, when the control part and the sensing part are separated, the control part can connect an electronic device and perform two-way signal communication. In addition, the electronic thermometer can perform temperature measurement through the application software in the electronic device or diversify the measurement data and perform function setting on the electronic thermometer.

The creation further provides an electronic thermometer, the control unit and the sensing part of the electronic thermometer can be separated, thereby replacing the temperature sensing element, avoiding the virus infection problem caused by the shared temperature sensing head, and the user can measure the part according to different conditions. The corresponding temperature sensing element is selected; further, the electronic thermometer can be directly connected to the control unit and communicate in a two-way signal. In addition, the electronic thermometer can perform temperature measurement through the application software in the electronic device or diversify the measurement data and perform function setting on the electronic thermometer.

To achieve the above object, the present invention provides an electronic thermometer for connecting to an electronic device and performing two-way signal communication. The electronic thermometer includes a sensing portion and a control portion, the sensing portion includes a first sound source connecting member, the control portion includes a second sound source connecting member, and the second sound source connecting member and the first sound source connecting member are combined The second sound source connector is connected to the electronic device and performs two-way signal communication after the first sound source connector is separated from the second sound source connector by the control device and the control device. .

The present invention further provides an electronic thermometer for connecting to an electronic device and performing two-way signal communication. The electronic thermometer includes a sensing portion and a control portion, the sensing portion includes a first sound source connecting member, the control portion includes a second sound source connecting member and a third sound source connecting, the second sound source connecting member and the The first sound source connector is coupled to the sensing portion and the control portion, and the third sound source connector is coupled to the electronic device for two-way signal communication.

The control unit and the sensing unit of the electronic thermometer of the present invention can be separated, so that the user can select an appropriate temperature sensing component according to actual needs, thereby improving the convenience of use and avoiding virus infection doubts; The control unit can be connected to the electronic device and perform two-way signal communication to achieve data data transmission and use function setting.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will be < The numbers are used for the same component or similar components.

Referring to the first and second figures, respectively, an exploded perspective view and a three-dimensional combination diagram of the electronic thermometer of the first embodiment are created. The electronic thermometer 10 includes a control unit 110 and a sensing unit 120. The sensing unit 120 includes a temperature sensing component 122 and a first sound source connector 124. The first sound source connector 124 is electrically connected to the temperature sense. The first sound source connector 124 can be a sound source terminal (phone jack) or a sound source terminal. In the embodiment, the first sound source connector 124 is exemplified by a sound source terminal. Furthermore, the first sound source connector 124 can be a 2.5 mm audio source terminal or a 3.5 mm sound source terminal.

The temperature sensing component 122 is preferably disposed on one side of the sensing component 120 opposite to the first sound source connector 124 for measuring the temperature of a body to be tested; in this embodiment, the temperature sensing The element 122 has a long thin needle tip shape and is mainly used for measuring the temperature under the armpit, and is not limited in practice.

The control unit 110 includes a second sound source connector 112, which may be a sound source socket or a sound source terminal. In this embodiment, the second audio source connector 112 is illustrated by taking an audio source socket as an example. Furthermore, the second sound source connector may be a 2.5 mm audio source socket or a 3.5 mm sound source socket. The first sound source connector 124 is coupled to the second sound source connector 112 to connect the control unit 110 and the sensing unit 120, and the signal and power are transmitted between the control unit 110 and the sensing unit 120.

At the same time, referring to the third figure, a circuit block diagram of the electronic thermometer of the first embodiment is created. The replaceable electronic thermometer 10 includes a central processing unit 142, a temperature sensing unit 143, a quartz oscillator 144, a display unit 146, a button unit 148, a first signal processing unit 150, and a buzzer 152. A power supply unit 154 and a low voltage detecting unit 156.

The central processing unit 142 is responsible for coordinating and directing the transmission and operation of data between units and components, and can perform calculation, setting, and memory functions; the central processing unit 142 is electrically connected to the second audio source connector 112, and the quartz oscillator The display unit 146, the button unit 148, the first signal processing unit 150, the buzzer 152, the power supply unit 154, and the low voltage detecting unit 156.

The temperature sensing unit 143 is disposed in the sensing portion 120 and electrically connected to the first sound source connecting member 124. The temperature sensing unit 143 is coupled to the first sound source connecting member 124 and the second sound source connecting member. 112 is electrically connected to the central processing unit 142, so as to receive the driving signal sent by the central processing unit 142 to measure the temperature of the object to be tested, and generate a temperature signal after the temperature measurement is completed, and the temperature signal is combined by the first A sound source connector 124 and the second sound source connector 112 are delivered to the central processing unit 142.

The quartz oscillator 144 is preferably disposed in the control unit 110 for generating a time signal, which is transmitted to the central processing unit 142 and displayed on the display unit 146.

The display unit 146 is preferably disposed in the control unit 110 (as shown in the first figure). In actual implementation, the display unit 146 is configured to display measurement data, an operation mode, and a usage state. The unit 146 includes a backlight module 1462 and a liquid crystal display element 1464. The backlight module 1462 and the liquid crystal display element 1464 are electrically connected to the central processing unit 142. The backlight module 1462 is configured to provide the display unit 146 when displaying the screen. The liquid crystal display element 1464 is preferably disposed above the backlight module 1462 for displaying a picture. In the embodiment, the display unit 146 can simultaneously display the measurer, the measurement time, and the measured temperature value; while the display unit 146 displays the data, the data is simultaneously stored in the central processing unit 142. .

The button unit 148 is disposed on the control unit 110 (as shown in the first figure), and the button unit 148 is used for the user to turn on or off the electronic thermometer 10, activate the temperature sensing unit 143 to measure the temperature, and select the electronic thermometer. 10 operating mode and user settings. Of course, the button unit 148 can also be disposed on the sensing unit 120 and electrically connected to the central processing unit 142 through the first sound source connecting member 124 and the second sound source connecting member 112.

The first signal processing unit 150 is electrically connected to the central processing unit 142 and the second audio source connector 112. The first signal processing unit 150 has an amplification, filtering and signal conversion function, which can convert the signal into a desired form. The buzzer 152 is preferably disposed in the control unit 110 and electrically connected to the central processing unit 142. The buzzer 152 emits an audible sound to achieve a prompting function, such as a power-on prompt and a temperature measurement completion prompt.

The power supply unit 154 can be, for example, a battery. The actual implementation is not limited thereto, and the power supply unit 154 is preferably disposed in the control unit 110 for providing power required for the operation of the electronic thermometer 10 . The low voltage detecting unit 156 is electrically connected to the power supply unit 154 and the central processing unit 142. The low voltage detecting unit 156 generates an alert signal when the power supplied by the power supply unit 154 is less than a predetermined value. The central processing unit 142 can use the display unit 146 or the buzzer 152 to alert the user that the power of the power supply unit 154 is about to be used.

Referring to the fourth and fifth figures, respectively, a schematic diagram and a circuit block diagram of the connection between the electronic thermometer and the electronic device of the first embodiment of the present invention. An electronic device 50 can be connected to the control unit 110 via a transmission line 60 having at least one audio source terminal 62 for extracting data stored in the central processing unit 142. In the embodiment, the electronic device 50 is a mobile phone. For example, in the actual implementation, the electronic device 50 can be a notebook computer (NB), a desktop computer (PC), or a smart phone (Smart Phone). In this embodiment, the two ends of the transmission line 60 are preferably The sound source terminal 62 is provided in the ground, and the control unit 110 and the electronic device 50 are coupled to the control unit 110 and the electronic device 50, respectively. The data stored in the control unit 110 is processed by the first signal processing unit 150 and transmitted to the transmission line 60 through the second audio source connector 112 and the audio source terminal 62, and then transmitted by the transmission line 60. To the electronic device 50, the electronic device 50 can store, analyze or display the data to achieve a diversified display, such as a graphic display. In this way, the user reads the graphic displayed on the electronic device 50. The temperature trend over a period of time can be known, and the problem that the display unit 146 is too small to display too many messages can be effectively solved.

In addition, the electronic device 50 can also transmit a control command to the electronic thermometer 10 through the transmission line 60 and the sound source terminal 62 and the second sound source connector 112. The control command is transmitted through the first signal processing unit 150. To the central processing unit 142, wherein the first signal processing unit 150 can convert the control command into a form suitable for access by the central processing unit 142; thus, the control command of the electronic thermometer 10 can be changed or updated. At the same time, the electronic device 50 can perform a function of using the electronic thermometer 10, such as time, user identity, and the like. Of course, when the second audio source connector 112 is a sound source terminal, the second sound source connector 112 can directly combine with the electronic device 50 and perform two-way signal communication.

Moreover, the button unit 148 is configured to set a data transmission mode corresponding to the operating system of the electronic device 50 to avoid the occurrence of signal incompatibility problems.

Referring to the sixth and seventh figures, respectively, an exploded perspective view and a circuit block diagram of the electronic thermometer according to the second embodiment of the present invention. The electronic thermometer of the present embodiment is substantially the same as the first embodiment described above, except that the electronic thermometer 10a of the embodiment further includes a third sound source connecting member 114 and a second signal processing unit 180. The third sound source connector 114 is preferably disposed on one side of the control portion 110 opposite to the second sound source connector 112, and the first signal processing unit 150 is electrically connected to the third sound source connector 114 to A signal filtering function is provided. The data of the electronic thermometer 10 is filtered by the first signal processing unit 150 and then transmitted to the electronic device 50 through the third audio source connector 114. The third sound source connector 114 can be a sound source socket or a sound source terminal. In the embodiment, the third sound source connector 114 is exemplified by a sound source socket, and the third sound source connector 114 can be a 2.5 mm sound source socket. Or a 3.5mm audio source socket. Moreover, the third sound source connector 114 can be identical to the second sound source connector 112, or the third sound source connector 114 can be different from the second sound source connector 112.

The second signal processing unit 180 is electrically connected to the central processing unit 142 and the third audio source connector 114 to provide a signal amplification function. The control command of the electronic device 50 passes through the third audio source connector 114 and the first The two signal processing unit 180 is amplified and transmitted to the electronic thermometer 10 . The electronic thermometer 10 can transmit data data to the electronic device 50 through the first signal processing unit 150 and the third sound source connecting member 114 and the sound source terminal of the transmission line 60; and the electronic device 50 can be combined by The audio source terminal of the transmission line 60 and the third audio source connector 114 and the second signal processing unit 180 transmit control commands to the electronic thermometer 10 . In this way, the circuit design of the first signal processing unit 150 and the second signal processing unit 180 can be simplified, and interference from different signals can be avoided. Of course, the electronic thermometer 10 can also transmit data data to the electronic device 50 through the second signal processing unit 180 and the third audio source connector 114 and the audio source terminal. The electronic device 50 passes through the combined audio source terminal and The third sound source connector 114 and the first signal processing unit 150 transmit control commands to the electronic thermometer 10 . In addition, the first signal processing unit 150 and the second signal processing unit 180 may each be a single component, or the first signal processing unit 150 and the second signal processing unit 180 may be integrated into a single component. Of course, when the second audio source connector 112 is a sound source terminal, the second sound source connector 112 can directly combine with the electronic device 50 and perform two-way signal communication.

In addition, the electronic body temperature body 10 further includes a protective cover 170 (shown in FIG. 6), and the protective cover 170 covers the third sound source connecting member 114 to prevent moisture or fine dust from adhering to the first body. The three-tone source connector 114 causes the third source connector 114 to be shorted or even unusable.

With reference to the eighth figure, an exploded perspective view of the electronic thermometer according to the third embodiment of the present invention is shown. The electronic thermometer 10b of the present embodiment is substantially the same as the first embodiment described above, except that the temperature sensing element 122b of the sensing portion 120b has a short thick needle shape, that is, the length of the temperature sensing element 122b is smaller than The length of the temperature sensing element 122 of the first embodiment, the temperature sensing element 122b is mainly used to measure the anus temperature.

With reference to the ninth drawing, an exploded perspective view of the electronic thermometer according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention is shown. The electronic thermometer 10c of the present embodiment is substantially the same as the first embodiment described above, and is different in the temperature sensing element 122c of the sensing portion 120c. The temperature sensing element 122c is flat and elliptical, and is mainly used for measuring. Tongue temperature.

The second sound source connector 112 of the control unit 110 of the electronic thermometer of the present invention is coupled to the first sound source connector 124 of the sensing portions 120, 120b, and 120c to connect the control portion 110 and the sensing portion. 120; In this way, the user can select suitable temperature sensing components 122, 122b, 122c according to actual needs, thereby improving the convenience of use and avoiding virus infection doubts; further, the control unit 110 can be connected with the electronic device. 50 Achieve data transmission, so that the data transmission and use function settings are achieved.

However, the above is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, and the scope of the present invention cannot be limited, that is, the equal changes and modifications made by the scope of the patent application of the present invention should still be covered by the patent of the present invention. The scope of the scope is intended to protect.

<p>10, 10a, 10b, 10c replaceable electronic thermometer</p><p>110Control Department</p><p>112Second audio source connector</p><p>114third audio source connector</p><p>120, 120b, 120c Sensing Department</p><p>122, 122b, 122c Temperature sensing components</p><p>124First source connector</p><p>142Central Processing Unit</p><p>143Temperature sensing unit</p><p>144Quartz oscillator</p><p>146 display unit</p><p>1462Backlight module</p><p>1464Liquid crystal display components</p><p>148Key unit</p><p>150First Signal Processing Unit</p><p>152 buzzer</p><p>154Power supply unit</p><p>156Low voltage detection unit</p><p>170 protective cover</p><p>180second signal processing circuit</p><p>50Electronic devices</p><p>60 transmission line</p><p>62Source terminal</p>

The first figure is an exploded perspective view of the electronic thermometer of the first embodiment of the present invention.

The second figure is a three-dimensional combination diagram of the electronic thermometer of the first embodiment.

The third figure is a circuit block diagram of the electronic thermometer of the first embodiment of the present invention.

The fourth figure is a schematic diagram of the connection between the electronic thermometer and the electronic device according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

The fifth figure is a block diagram of a circuit in which the electronic thermometer and the electronic device of the first embodiment of the present invention are connected.

The sixth figure is an exploded perspective view of the electronic thermometer according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 7 is a circuit block diagram of the electronic thermometer of the second embodiment of the present invention.

The eighth figure is an exploded perspective view of the electronic thermometer according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

The ninth drawing is an exploded perspective view of the electronic thermometer according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention.