Code scanning into warehouse biological sample sub-packaging vehicle and method

Abstract

The application discloses a biological sample subpackaging vehicle for scanning code and storing and a method thereof, and belongs to the technical field of biological sample subpackaging. The biological sample subpackaging vehicle for scanning code and storing comprises a mounting box, a conveying belt, a code scanner, a mounting plate, a push block, a pushing drive, a push frame, a back-and-forth drive and a sample frame. The code scanner is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the mounting box. The conveying belt is arranged in the mounting box through the mounting plate. The push block is arranged in the mounting box through the pushing drive. The push frame is arranged on the mounting plate through the back-and-forth drive, and two push frames are arranged. The sample frame is movably arranged on the conveying belt. The code scanner can automatically scan the bar code on the top surface of the sample frame. According to the different bar codes, the sample frame is conveyed into the corresponding storage frame through the conveying belt driven by the stepping motor, and then the sample frame is pushed into the storage frame through the push block driven by the first cylinder for storage.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of biological sample dispensing technology, and more specifically, to a biological sample dispensing vehicle and method for scanning and storing samples. Background Technology

[0002] After biological samples are collected, they need to be aliquoted and stored in a library. When the sampling point is far from the sample library, the samples need to be aliquoted first to ensure their viability.

[0003] The prior art patent document with publication number CN216695806U provides an automatic barcode scanning and storage device for dispensing biological samples.

[0004] In related technologies, automated barcode scanning and warehousing biological sample dispensing devices place different samples together according to dispensing requirements, while integrating barcode / QR code scanning functions to automatically link the original sample and sub-sample numbers and input them into the computer. This invention solves the problem of needing to prepare multiple different sample boxes for dispensing different purposes when dispensing collected biological samples, while achieving automatic matching and reducing human error.

[0005] Regarding the aforementioned technologies, the following problems still exist: the device becomes messy and disorderly when there are too many sample boxes, and subsequent retrieval requires multiple verifications, which is cumbersome. Furthermore, the subsequent sampling after the sample boxes are taken is also inconvenient, and finally, the device can store a relatively small number of samples.

[0006] Therefore, there is a drawback in transporting biological samples.

[0007] In view of this, we propose a biological sample dispensing vehicle and method for scanning and storing samples. Summary of the Invention

[0008] To address the inconvenience of transporting biological samples, this application provides a biological sample dispensing vehicle and method for scanning and storing samples.

[0009] This application provides a method for packaging biological samples for barcode scanning and warehousing, which adopts the following technical solution.

[0010] A biological sample dispensing vehicle for barcode scanning includes a mounting box, a conveyor belt, a barcode scanner, a mounting plate, a pusher, a push drive, a push frame, a reciprocating drive, and a sample frame.

[0011] An installation plate is fixedly installed inside the installation box.

[0012] A barcode scanner is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the mounting box.

[0013] The conveyor belt is mounted on the mounting plate; the barcode scanner is positioned above the conveyor belt.

[0014] The installation box is equipped with a push drive; the push drive is equipped with a push block.

[0015] The mounting plate is equipped with a reciprocating drive, and the reciprocating drive has two push frames.

[0016] The sample frame is movably mounted on a conveyor belt.

[0017] Preferably, the push drive includes a first cylinder, a drive frame, a drive block, a rotating block, and a support rod that are fixedly connected to the mounting box.

[0018] A drive frame is fixedly connected to the end of the first cylinder. A drive block is rotatably connected to the upper part of the drive frame. A movable frame is slidably connected to the outside of the drive block. A rotating block is fixedly connected to the end of the movable frame. A support rod is rotatably connected to the end of the rotating block. The support rod is fixedly connected to the mounting box.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the first cylinder can drive the rotating block to rotate within a certain range, which in turn can drive the push block to move back and forth a distance.

[0020] Preferably, a roller is rotatably connected to the upper end of the rotating block, and a limiting frame is rolled around the outside of the roller. A welding plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the limiting frame, and two sliding columns are fixedly connected to the welding plate. A sliding frame is slidably connected to the two sliding columns, and a second cylinder is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the sliding frame. The other end of the two sliding columns is fixedly connected to the push block, and the second cylinder is fixedly connected to the mounting box.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution and designing a combination of a limiting frame and rollers, the push block can be moved up and down in conjunction with the second cylinder without affecting the reciprocating motion of the push block.

[0022] Preferably, the reciprocating drive includes two first racks, two gears, and two second racks.

[0023] The second rack is fixedly connected to the push frame. A gear is meshed at the end of the first rack, and the second rack is meshed below the gear. The second rack is slidably connected to the mounting box via a support base. The first rack is slidably connected to the mounting box, and the gear is rotatably connected to the mounting box.

[0024] By adopting the above technical solution, the up-and-down movement of the push block can drive the movement of multiple push frames.

[0025] Preferably, each of the two ends of the first rack is connected to a contact rod, and one of the contact rods is L-shaped.

[0026] By adopting the above technical solution, the contact rod can easily make contact with the push block.

[0027] Preferably, a slider is fixedly connected to the top surface of the first rack, a spring is fixedly connected to the slider, two sliding grooves are formed in the inner wall of the mounting box, the slider is slidably connected to the sliding grooves, and the spring is fixedly connected to the sliding grooves.

[0028] By adopting the above technical solution and designing a spring, the push frame can move more smoothly during the process, avoiding deviations in the movement range of the sample frame.

[0029] Preferably, both ends of the outer wall of the sample frame are fixedly connected to a stop block, and three storage frames are fixedly connected to the mounting plate. Two retaining grooves are formed on both sides of the inner wall of each storage frame. The stop block slides into the retaining groove, which has an L-shaped structure. A barcode is provided on the top surface of each sample frame. Limiting baffles are provided on both sides above the storage frames.

[0030] By adopting the above technical solution and designing the combination of blocks and grooves, the sample frame can be prevented from tilting inside the storage frame, ensuring that the sample frame falls smoothly to the bottom of the storage frame.

[0031] Preferably, a stepper motor is fixedly connected to the mounting plate, and the output shaft of the stepper motor is fixedly connected to one of the rollers of the conveyor belt. The conveyor belt is fixedly connected to the mounting plate through a fixing plate.

[0032] By adopting the above technical solution, the stepper motor can receive information from the barcode scanner and stop the conveyor belt at the corresponding position.

[0033] Preferably, the outer wall of the mounting box is provided with a take-out groove, the upper part of the mounting box is provided with a placement groove, and both the take-out groove and the placement groove are rotatably connected with sealing plates.

[0034] By adopting the above technical solution, the sealing plate can ensure a constant temperature inside the installation box.

[0035] This invention provides a method for using a biological sample dispensing vehicle that allows for scanning and warehousing, comprising the following steps.

[0036] S1. Open the sealing plate placed on the slot and start the stepper motor and barcode scanner.

[0037] S2. Then, the sample frame containing the biological sample is placed on the conveyor belt, and the barcode scanner scans the barcode on the top of the sample frame.

[0038] S3. Then, based on the scanning results of the barcode scanner, the sample frame will be pushed to different storage frames through push drive and reciprocating drive.

[0039] S4. At this point, the sample frame slides down to the bottom along the storage frame.

[0040] S5. Finally, close the sealing plate placed on the slot.

[0041] S6. When it is necessary to remove the sample frame, open the sealing plate on the removal slot and pull out the bottom sample frame.

[0042] 3. Beneficial effects.

[0043] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects.

[0044] 1. This application can automatically scan the barcode on the top surface of the sample frame using a barcode scanner. Depending on the barcode, a stepper motor drives a conveyor belt to transport the sample frame to the corresponding storage frame. Then, a first cylinder drives a pusher block to push the sample frame into the storage frame for storage.

[0045] 2. This application designs a second cylinder to drive a sliding frame, which in turn drives a sliding column and a welding plate to rise. Subsequently, the limit frame also rises, at which point the push block contacts the contact rod. The contact rod then drives the first rack, which in turn drives the gear to rotate. Finally, the gear drives the second rack to move, and the second rack drives the push frame to push the sample frame into the storage frame. This allows for the classification of different sample frames in conjunction with a barcode scanner.

[0046] 3. This application designs a slider and spring on the first rack, which makes the push frame move more smoothly and avoids deviation in the movement range of the sample frame.

[0047] 4. This application, through the design of a stop block and a stop groove, can prevent the sample frame from tilting inside the storage frame and ensure that the sample frame falls smoothly to the bottom of the storage frame. Attached Figure Description

[0048] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing data, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0049] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a biological sample dispensing cart structure for scanning and storing biological samples, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0050] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the drive structure for a biological sample dispensing vehicle that uses barcode scanning for warehousing, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0051] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the reciprocating drive structure of a biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing data, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0052] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a chute structure for a biological sample dispensing vehicle that uses barcode scanning for warehousing, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0053] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting plate structure of a biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing data, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0054] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the take-out slot and the insertion slot on a biological sample dispensing vehicle mounting box for scanning and storing biological samples, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0055] The following are the labeling instructions in the diagram: 1. Mounting box; 2. Conveyor belt; 3. Mounting plate; 4. Push block; 5. Push drive; 6. Push frame; 7. Reciprocating drive; 8. Sample frame; 9. First cylinder; 10. Drive frame; 11. Drive block; 12. Rotating block; 13. Support rod; 14. Movable frame; 15. Roller; 16. Limit frame; 17. Welding plate; 18. Sliding column; 19. Sliding frame; 20. Second cylinder; 21. First rack; 22. Gear; 23. Second rack; 24. Contact rod; 25. Slider; 26. Spring; 27. Slide groove; 28. Stop block; 29. ​​Storage frame; 30. Stop groove; 31. Stepper motor; 32. Take-out groove; 33. Place-in groove; 34. Sealing plate; 35. Barcode scanner. Detailed Implementation

[0056] The present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0057] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 This application discloses a biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing samples, including a mounting box 1, a conveyor belt 2, a barcode scanner 35, a mounting plate 3, a pusher 4, a push drive 5, a push frame 6, a reciprocating drive 7, and a sample frame 8.

[0058] The mounting plate 3 is fixedly installed inside the mounting box 1.

[0059] A barcode scanner 35 is installed and fixed on the inner wall of the mounting box 1.

[0060] The conveyor belt 2 is mounted on the mounting plate 3; the barcode scanner 35 is mounted above the conveyor belt 2.

[0061] The installation box 1 is equipped with a push drive 5; the push drive 5 is equipped with a push block 4.

[0062] The mounting plate 3 is equipped with a reciprocating drive 7, and the reciprocating drive 7 is equipped with two push frames 6.

[0063] The sample frame 8 is set on conveyor belt 2.

[0064] Each of the four corners of the mounting box 1 is equipped with a universal wheel with brakes.

[0065] Reference Figure 3 The drive unit 5 includes a first cylinder 9, a drive frame 10, a drive block 11, a rotating block 12, and a support rod 13.

[0066] The first cylinder 9 is connected and fixed to the mounting box 1. The upper end of the movable rod of the first cylinder 9 is connected and fixed to the drive frame 10. The upper part of the drive frame 10 is rotatably connected to the drive block 11. The outer side of the drive block 11 is slidably connected to the movable frame 14. The end of the movable frame 14 is connected and fixed to the rotating block 12. The lower end of the rotating block 12 is rotatably connected to the support rod 13. The support rod 13 is connected and fixed to the mounting box 1.

[0067] A roller 15 is rotatably connected to the upper end of the rotating block 12. The roller 15 rolls in cooperation with the limiting frame 16. A welding plate 17 is fixedly connected to the outside of the limiting frame 16. Two sliding columns 18 are fixedly connected to the welding plate 17. A sliding frame 19 is slidably connected to the two sliding columns 18. A second cylinder 20 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the sliding frame 19. The other end of the two sliding columns 18 is fixedly connected to the push block 4. The second cylinder 20 is fixedly connected to the mounting box 1.

[0068] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 4 The reciprocating drive 7 includes two first racks 21, two gears 22 and two second racks 23.

[0069] The second rack 23 is fixedly connected to the push frame 6. The end of the first rack 21 is meshed with a gear 22. The second rack 23 is meshed with the lower part of the gear 22. The second rack 23 is slidably connected to the mounting box 1 through the support base. The first rack 21 is slidably connected to the mounting box 1. The gear 22 is rotatably connected to the mounting box 1.

[0070] Both ends of the first racks 21 are connected and fixed with contact rods 24, one of which is L-shaped.

[0071] A slider 25 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the first rack 21, and a spring 26 is fixedly connected to the slider 25. Two grooves 27 are opened on the inner wall of the mounting box 1. The slider 25 is slidably connected to the grooves 27, and the spring 26 is fixedly connected to the grooves 27.

[0072] Reference Figure 2 Both ends of the outer wall of the sample frame 8 are connected and fixed with blocks 28. Three storage frames 29 are connected and fixed on the mounting plate 3. A storage frame 29 is set on both sides of the push drive 5. A storage frame 29 is set on the opposite side of the push drive 5 (the other side of the conveyor belt 2).

[0073] Both ends of the inner wall of the storage frame 29 are provided with retaining grooves 30, and the retaining block 28 slides in conjunction with the retaining groove 30. The retaining groove 30 on the inner side has an L-shaped structure. A barcode is provided on the top surface of the sample frame 8. Limiting baffles are provided on both sides of the upper part of the storage frame 29.

[0074] Reference Figure 6A stepper motor 31 is fixedly connected to the mounting plate 3. The output shaft of the stepper motor 31 is fixedly connected to one of the rollers of the conveyor belt 2. The conveyor belt 2 is mounted on the mounting plate 3, and the stepper motor 31 can drive the conveyor belt 2 to move.

[0075] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 The outer wall of the installation box 1 is provided with a take-out groove 32, and the upper part of the installation box 1 is provided with a placement groove 33. Both the take-out groove 32 and the placement groove 33 are rotatably connected with sealing plates 34.

[0076] This invention provides a method for using a biological sample dispensing vehicle that accepts samples via barcode scanning, comprising the following steps:

[0077] S1. Open the sealing plate 34 placed in the slot 33 and start the stepper motor 31 and the barcode scanner 35.

[0078] S2. Then, the sample frame 8 containing the biological sample is placed on the conveyor belt 2, and the barcode scanner 35 scans the barcode on the top surface of the sample frame 8.

[0079] S3. Then, based on the scanning result of the barcode scanner 35, the sample frame 8 will be pushed to different storage frames 29 by the push drive 5 and the reciprocating drive 7.

[0080] S4. At this point, sample frame 8 slides down to the bottom along storage frame 29.

[0081] S5. Finally, close the sealing plate 34 placed on the slot 33.

[0082] S6. When it is necessary to remove the sample frame 8, open the sealing plate 34 on the removal slot 32 and pull out the bottom sample frame 8.

[0083] The implementation principle of the biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing in this embodiment of the application is as follows: open the sealing plate 34 on the placement slot 33 and start the stepper motor 31 and the barcode scanner 35. Place the placed biological sample into the sample frame 8, and then place the sample frame 8 on the conveyor belt 2. At this time, the conveyor belt 2 is driven forward by the stepper motor 31. After the barcode scanner 35 scans the barcode on the sample frame 8, it will control the stepper motor 31 to stop at the corresponding position.

[0084] When the sample frame 8 needs to be stored in the storage frame 29 opposite to the push drive 5: at this time, the first cylinder 9 will drive the drive block 11 to slide in the movable frame 14 through the drive frame 10. Then the movable frame 14 will drive the rotating block 12 to rotate. Then the rotating block 12 will drive the limiting frame 16 to move through the roller 15. Then the limiting frame 16 will drive the push block 4 to move through the welding plate 17 and the sliding column 18. At this time, the push block 4 will drive the sample frame 8 to slide above the storage frame 29. During this process, the stop block 28 on the sample frame 8 will first slide into the stop groove 30. Then the sample frame 8 will slide down along the stop groove 30. During this process, the sample frame 8 will slide smoothly to the bottom of the storage frame 29.

[0085] When the sample frame 8 needs to be stored in the storage frame 29 on the right side of the push drive 5: at this time, the second cylinder 20 will drive the slide frame 19 to rise. When the slide frame 19 rises, it will drive the slide column 18 and the welding plate 17 to rise. Then the limit frame 16 will also rise. At this time, the push block 4 will contact the contact rod 24 and push it forward. Then the contact rod 24 drives the gear 22 to rotate through the first rack 21. The gear 22 drives the second rack 23 to move towards the corresponding storage frame 29. Then the second rack 23 drives the push frame 6 to push the sample frame 8 into the storage frame 29.

[0086] When the sample frame 8 needs to be stored in the storage frame 29 on the left side of the push drive 5: at this time, the second cylinder 20 will drive the slide frame 19 to descend. When the slide frame 19 descends, it will drive the slide column 18 and the welding plate 17 to descend. Then the limit frame 16 will also descend. At this time, the push block 4 will contact the L-shaped contact rod 24 and push it forward. Then the contact rod 24 drives the gear 22 to rotate through the first rack 21. The gear 22 drives the second rack 23 to move towards the corresponding storage frame 29. Then the second rack 23 drives the push frame 6 to push the sample frame 8 into the storage frame 29.

[0087] Finally, close the sealing plate 34 on the slot 33. When it is necessary to remove the sample frame 8, open the sealing plate 34 on the removal slot 32 and pull out the bottom sample frame 8.

[0088] This invention automatically scans the barcode on the top surface of a sample frame using a barcode scanner. Based on the different barcodes, a stepper motor drives a conveyor belt to transport the sample frame to the corresponding storage frame. Then, a first cylinder drives a pusher block to push the sample frame into the storage frame for preservation. A second cylinder drives a sliding frame, which in turn raises a sliding column and welding plate. Subsequently, a limiting frame also rises, at which point the pusher block contacts a contact rod. The contact rod then drives a first rack, which in turn drives a gear. Finally, the gear drives a second rack, which in turn pushes the sample frame into the storage frame. This allows for the classification of different sample frames in conjunction with the barcode scanner. By incorporating a slider and spring on the first rack, the pusher block moves more smoothly, preventing deviations in the sample frame's movement range. The design of a stop block and groove prevents the sample frame from tilting within the storage frame, ensuring a smooth landing at the bottom of the storage frame.

[0089] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely preferred examples and are not intended to limit the invention. Various changes and modifications can be made to the invention without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the present invention as claimed. The scope of protection of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A biosample dispensing vehicle for barcode scanning and warehousing, comprising: Mounting box, conveyor belt, barcode scanner, mounting plate, pusher block, push drive, push frame, reciprocating drive, and sample frame; characterized in that: A barcode scanner is installed and fixed on the inner wall of the mounting box; An installation plate is fixedly installed inside the installation box; The conveyor belt is mounted on the mounting plate; the barcode scanner is positioned above the conveyor belt. The mounting box is equipped with a push drive; the push drive is equipped with a push block; The mounting plate is equipped with a reciprocating drive, and the reciprocating drive is equipped with two push frames. The sample frame is set up on the conveyor belt; The driving mechanism includes a first cylinder, a drive frame, a drive block, a rotating block, and a support rod; the first cylinder is fixedly connected to the mounting box, the end of the first cylinder is fixedly connected to the drive frame, the upper part of the drive frame is rotatably connected to the drive block, the outer side of the drive block is slidably connected to a movable frame, the end of the movable frame is fixedly connected to the rotating block, the end of the rotating block is rotatably connected to the support rod, and the support rod is fixedly connected to the mounting box. The end of the rotating block is rotatably connected to a roller, the outer side of the roller rolls in cooperation with a limit frame, the outside of the limit frame is connected and fixed to a welding plate, two sliding columns are connected and fixed to the welding plate, a sliding frame is slidably connected to the two sliding columns, a second cylinder is connected and fixed to the bottom surface of the sliding frame, the other end of the two sliding columns is connected and fixed to a push block, and the second cylinder is connected and fixed to a mounting box. The first cylinder drives the pusher to push the sample frame into the storage box for storage; the second cylinder drives the sliding frame, which in turn drives the sliding column and welding plate to rise, and then the limit frame also rises. At this time, the pusher contacts the contact rod, and then the contact rod drives the first rack to drive the gear to rotate. Finally, the gear drives the second rack to move, and then the second rack drives the pusher to push the sample frame into the storage box, so as to realize the classification of different sample frames in conjunction with the barcode scanner.

2. The biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reciprocating drive includes two first racks, two gears, and two second racks; the second racks are fixedly connected to the push frame, the ends of the first racks are meshed with gears, the lower parts of the gears are meshed with the second racks, the second racks are slidably connected to the mounting box via a support base, the first racks are slidably connected to the mounting box, and the gears are rotatably connected to the mounting box.

3. The biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing data according to claim 2, characterized in that: Both ends of the first rack are connected to and fixed with contact rods, one of which is L-shaped.

4. The biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing data according to claim 3, characterized in that: A slider is fixedly connected to the top surface of the first rack, and a spring is fixedly connected to the slider. Two sliding grooves are opened in the inner wall of the mounting box. The slider is slidably connected to the sliding grooves, and the spring is fixedly connected to the sliding grooves.

5. The biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing data according to claim 4, characterized in that: Two blocks are fixed to both sides of the outer wall of the sample frame. Three storage frames are fixed to the mounting plate. Two grooves are opened on both sides of the inner wall of the storage frame. The blocks slide with the grooves. The inner grooves are L-shaped. A barcode is provided on the top surface of each sample frame.

6. The biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing data according to claim 5, characterized in that: A stepper motor is fixedly mounted on the mounting plate. The output shaft of the stepper motor is fixedly connected to one of the rollers of the conveyor belt. The conveyor belt is fixedly connected to the mounting plate via a fixing plate.

7. The biological sample dispensing vehicle for scanning and storing data according to claim 6, characterized in that: The lower outer wall of the installation box is provided with a take-out groove, and the upper part of the installation box is provided with a placement groove. Both the take-out groove and the placement groove are rotatably connected with sealing plates.

8. The method of using a biosample dispensing vehicle for barcode scanning and warehousing according to claim 7, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1. Open the sealing plate placed on the slot and start the stepper motor and barcode scanner; S2. Place the sample frame containing the biological sample onto the conveyor belt, and scan the barcode on the top surface of the sample frame with a barcode scanner. S3. Based on the scanning results of the barcode scanner, the sample frame is pushed to different storage frames by push drive and reciprocating drive; S4. At this point, the sample frame slides down to the bottom along the storage frame; S5. Close the sealing plate on the slot; S6. When it is necessary to remove the sample frame, open the sealing plate on the removal slot and pull out the bottom sample frame.

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