LOCUST BOARD WITH DRIVE IMPROVEMENT by GE Healthcare

Key Highlights

• The Locust Board with Drive Improvement is designed for low maintenance, ensuring reduced downtime and enhanced operational efficiency in medical imaging systems.
• It features excellent mechanical resistance and high thermal stability, making it suitable for demanding clinical environments.
• With superior electrical properties, this board ensures reliable performance across various medical applications.
• Integrated diagnostic features, including LED indicators for power supply status and error detection, simplify troubleshooting and enhance system reliability.
• Its lightweight and portable design facilitates easy transportation and installation in various medical settings.

Compatible Systems & Use Cases

The Locust Board is compatible with the following models:

• OPTIMA XR220
• OPTIMA XR200
• BRIVO XR285 AMX
• OPTIMA XR240

This component is primarily utilized in mobile digital radiography (RAD) systems, enhancing motion control and system diagnostics in imaging applications.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Core Components	Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD)
Power Supply Voltages	15V, 5V, 3.3V, 1.8V
LED Indicators	Green for power status, Red for error, Yellow for safe mode

Clinical and Service Value

The Locust Board with Drive Improvement enhances procurement strategies for healthcare facilities by providing a reliable and durable component that minimizes maintenance needs. Its robust design ensures longevity and consistent performance, which is essential for maintaining high standards in patient care. The integration of advanced diagnostic features allows biomedical engineers to swiftly identify and address issues, thereby reducing the time required for repairs and ensuring that imaging systems remain operational.

Moreover, the lightweight and portable nature of the Locust Board facilitates easier transportation and installation, making it an ideal choice for mobile imaging applications. This adaptability not only supports a wide range of medical equipment but also aligns with the evolving demands of healthcare environments. By investing in such innovative technology, healthcare providers can improve workflow efficiency and enhance the overall quality of diagnostic imaging services offered to patients.

Additional notes

The Locust Board with Drive Improvement is a component in the Mobile Digital RAD X-ray system. It has the following main system functions like motion Control, CAN communications, system bus interface, battery transition interface, power supplies, diagnostics, redundancy and switch/brake/latch control. The locust drive board will provide for green LEDs to indicate the status of the 15V, 5V, 3.3V and 1.8V power supply voltages. It will also provide for red LEDs for power fuse error and board reset. Finally, the board will provide for two green LEDs for the heartbeat of the DSP and CPLD and a yellow LED to indicate the DSP in safe mode. The locust drive board core components are Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and complex programmable logic device (CPLD). The core is responsible to receive drive input signal from Drive handle and other switches to control the system motion and tube positioning. The logic is also responsible to check the collision sensor and other errors on the drive subsystem to prevent unintended motion. All these are arranged and kept in a carrying case with the shipment label. These are more portable and can be transported at ease. It is used in a wide range of medical equipment such as Light Speed Ultra Upgrade, Konica Aero DR Controller (GEDI) many other medical devices. Additional Features: Reliable and durable Dimensionally stable Increased life span Low environmental impact Easy to portable Lightweight High performance Less hazardous to the environment RoHS compliant