Assembly line transmission system and sample transmission scheduling method

Abstract

The invention relates to a pipeline transmission system and a sample transmission scheduling method. The method comprises the following steps: controlling a first track to transmit an empty sample carrier along a first direction under the condition that a target sample meets a back-loading condition, and controlling the empty sample carrier transmitted by the first track to carry the target sample under the condition that the target sample is a conventional sample, and under the condition that the target samples are emergency treatment samples, the scheduling unit is controlled to transfer the empty sample carriers carrying the target samples from the first track to the second track, and under the condition that the target samples are emergency treatment samples, the scheduling unit is controlled to transfer the empty sample carriers from the first track to the second track, and the empty sample carriers conveyed by the second track are controlled to carry the target samples. By adopting the method, the samples on the assembly line can be flexibly transmitted and scheduled, and the sample transmission efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of intelligent laboratories, and in particular to a pipeline transmission system and a sample transmission scheduling method. Background Art

[0002] In the existing sample carrier pipeline transmission process, emergency samples often need to be scheduled through complex software to transfer routine samples from regular tracks to harbor-like tracks, and then make way for the regular tracks to allow emergency specimens to pass through. The scheduling process is relatively complicated and inefficient. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Based on this, it is necessary to provide a pipeline transmission system and a sample transmission scheduling method that can efficiently schedule the transmission of samples and sample carriers on the pipeline in order to address the above technical problems.

[0004] In a first aspect, the present application provides a pipeline transmission system, comprising:

[0005] Sample transfer platform;

[0006] A transport unit is provided on the sample transport platform and includes a first track and a second track; the first track and the second track are both used to transport sample carriers; the sample carriers include empty sample carriers and target sample carriers, and the target sample carriers are used to carry target samples; wherein the first track is configured to transport the empty sample carrier along a first direction so as to carry the target sample analyzed by the analyzer through the empty sample carrier;

[0007] The scheduling unit is arranged on the sample transmission platform and includes a scheduling mechanism, which is used to transfer the empty sample carrier and the target sample carrier between the first track and the second track.

[0008] In one embodiment, the target samples include routine samples and emergency samples; the second track includes:

[0009] a conventional track for transporting a conventional sample carrier, the conventional sample carrier being used to carry a conventional sample, the conventional track being configured to transport the conventional sample carrier along a first direction so that the conventional sample carrier is transferred to the first track when contacting the scheduling mechanism;

[0010] The emergency track is used to transport the emergency sample carrier, which is used to carry the emergency sample. The emergency track is configured to transport the target sample carrier along a first direction so that when the target sample carrier is transported to the target position, the emergency sample is transferred to the analyzer for analysis.

[0011] In one embodiment, the first track is configured to transport a conventional sample carrier transferred from the conventional track along a first direction, so that when the conventional sample carrier is transported to a target position, the conventional sample is transferred to the analyzer for analysis.

[0012] In one embodiment, the scheduling unit further includes:

[0013] The limiting mechanism is configured to extend in a second direction and retract in the opposite direction of the second direction, and is used to stop the empty sample carrier transported on the first track or position the sample carrier transported on the first track and / or the second track when extending, and to release the sample carrier transported on the first track and / or the second track when retracting; the second direction and the first direction are two directions perpendicular to each other in the same plane.

[0014] In one embodiment, the pipeline transmission system further includes:

[0015] Track connection unit for transferring sample carriers between multiple conventional tracks.

[0016] In a second aspect, the present application further provides a sample transmission scheduling method, which is applied to the pipeline transmission system of the first aspect, and the method includes:

[0017] When the target sample meets the loading condition, controlling the first track to transport the empty sample carrier along the first direction;

[0018] In the case where the target sample is a regular sample, controlling the empty sample carrier transported on the first track to carry the target sample, and controlling the scheduling unit to transfer the empty sample carrier carrying the target sample from the first track to the second track;

[0019] In the case that the target sample is an emergency sample, the control scheduling unit transfers the empty sample carrier from the first track to the second track, and controls the empty sample carrier transported by the second track to carry the target sample.

[0020] In one embodiment, the second track comprises an emergency track; and the method further comprises:

[0021] When the target sample meets the injection conditions and the target sample is an emergency sample, the emergency track is controlled to transmit the emergency sample carrier; the emergency sample carrier carries the emergency sample;

[0022] transferring the emergency sample carried by the emergency sample carrier to an analyzer for analysis;

[0023] The control scheduling unit transfers the transferred emergency sample carrier from the emergency track to the first track.

[0024] In one embodiment, the second track further comprises a conventional track; and the method further comprises:

[0025] When the target sample meets the injection conditions and is a conventional sample, the conventional track is controlled to transport the conventional sample carrier; the conventional sample carrier carries the conventional sample;

[0026] Controlling the scheduling unit to transfer the conventional sample carrier from the conventional track to the first track;

[0027] When the current working mode is the first mode, the first track is controlled to transport the conventional sample carrier, and the conventional sample carried by the conventional sample carrier is transferred to the analyzer for analysis;

[0028] When the current working mode is the second mode, the control scheduling unit transfers the conventional sample carrier from the first track to the emergency track;

[0029] Controlling the emergency track to transport the routine sample carrier to transfer the routine sample carried by the routine sample carrier to the analyzer for analysis;

[0030] The control scheduling unit transfers the transferred conventional sample carrier from the emergency track to the first track.

[0031] In one embodiment, before controlling the first track to transport the empty sample carrier along the first direction, the method includes:

[0032] controlling the limiting mechanism to retract in a direction opposite to the second direction, so that the first track transports an empty sample carrier close to the limiting mechanism along the first direction;

[0033] The limiting mechanism is controlled to extend in the second direction to stop the remaining empty sample carriers except the empty sample carrier closest to the limiting mechanism.

[0034] In one embodiment, the method further comprises:

[0035] In the process of controlling the emergency track to transport the emergency sample carrier, controlling the limiting mechanism to extend along the second direction to position the emergency sample carrier;

[0036] In the process of controlling the first track to transport the conventional sample carrier or controlling the emergency track to transport the conventional sample carrier, controlling the limiting mechanism to extend along the second direction to position the conventional sample carrier;

[0037] According to the positioning of the emergency sample carrier, the emergency sample carried by the emergency sample carrier is transferred to the analyzer for analysis; according to the positioning of the conventional sample carrier, the conventional sample carried by the conventional sample carrier is transferred to the analyzer for analysis.

[0038] In one embodiment, the method further comprises:

[0039] In the case where there are multiple analyzers, the control scheduling unit transfers the sample carrier carrying the target sample to the regular track corresponding to the current analyzer;

[0040] The control track connection unit transfers the sample carrier carrying the target sample from the conventional track corresponding to the current analyzer to the conventional track corresponding to the next analyzer.

[0041] In a third aspect, the present application further provides a computer device comprising a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a computer program, and the processor implements the steps of the method of any embodiment of the second aspect when executing the computer program.

[0042] The above-mentioned pipeline transmission system and sample transmission scheduling method can realize dedicated track for dedicated use by providing a dedicated emergency track. In particular, for the mode of transferring sample tubes through the sample transfer unit, the emergency track is not affected by other tracks and can quickly transfer samples to meet real emergency requirements. In addition, flexible scheduling is achieved through multiple scheduling mechanisms in the scheduling unit, which improves the efficiency of the pipeline work and reduces the difficulty of control scheduling. In addition, through the track connection unit, functions such as sample interleaving, supplementary experiments, rapid return, and rapid scheduling are realized, further improving the flexibility and work efficiency of the pipeline. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0043] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application or related technologies, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments of the present application or related technical descriptions. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0044] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of a pipeline transmission system in one embodiment;

[0045] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the transport direction of samples and sample carriers in one embodiment;

[0046] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a track section in one embodiment;

[0047] Figure 4 A schematic structural diagram of a sample carrier in one embodiment;

[0048] Figure 5 A schematic structural diagram of a sample transfer unit in one embodiment;

[0049] Figure 6 1 is a flow chart of a sample transmission scheduling method according to an embodiment;

[0050] Figure 7 This is one of the sample transfer schematics in a specific embodiment;

[0051] Figure 8 This is a second schematic diagram of sample transfer in a specific embodiment;

[0052] Figure 9 The third schematic diagram of sample transfer in a specific embodiment;

[0053] Figure 10 This is a fourth schematic diagram of sample transfer in a specific embodiment;

[0054] Figure 11 This is the fifth sample transfer schematic diagram in a specific implementation manner.

[0055] Description of reference numerals:

[0056] 100 - sample transfer platform; 200 - transfer unit; 210 - first track; 211 - first positioning section; 212 - first buffer section; 220 - second track; 221 - conventional track; 222 - emergency track; 230 - third track; 231 - second positioning section; 232 - second buffer section; 240 - fourth track; 241 - reverse conventional track; 242 - reverse emergency track; 300 - dispatching unit; 310 - dispatching mechanism; 311 - first dispatching component; 312 - second dispatching component; 313 - third dispatching component; 314 - fourth dispatching component; 315 - fifth dispatching component; 316 - sixth dispatching component ;317-seventh scheduling component;318-eighth scheduling component;320-limiting mechanism;321-stopping component;3211-first stopping member;3212-second stopping member;322-positioning component;3221-first positioning member;3222-second positioning member;3223-third positioning member;3224-fourth positioning member;400-sample carrier;410-empty sample carrier;420-target sample carrier;430-sample tube;500-track connecting unit;510-first connecting mechanism;520-second connecting mechanism;600-grabbing unit;610-gripper;X1-first direction;X2-second direction. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0057] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of this application more clear, the following further describes this application in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this application and are not intended to limit this application.

[0058] In the field of fully automatic pipeline transmission systems, it is necessary to quickly transfer samples to the analyzer to complete the experiment. However, in the transmission process of the existing sample carrier pipeline, emergency samples need to be scheduled through complex software to transfer conventional samples from conventional tracks to harbor-like tracks in order to make room for emergency samples. This scheduling process is not only complicated but also inefficient. Based on this, the present application provides a pipeline transmission system with a dedicated emergency track to simplify the transmission process of emergency samples and improve overall efficiency.

[0059] Specifically, in one embodiment, Figure 1 As shown, Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a pipeline transmission system provided by the present application, which provides a pipeline transmission system including: a sample transmission platform 100, a transmission unit 200, and a scheduling unit 300. The transmission unit 200 is disposed on the sample transmission platform 100 and includes at least a first track 210 and a second track 220. The first track 210 and the second track 220 are both used to transmit sample carriers 400. The sample carriers 400 include empty sample carriers 410 and target sample carriers 420. The target sample carriers 420 are used to carry target samples. The first track 210 is configured to transmit the empty sample carriers 410 along a first direction X1, so as to carry the target sample analyzed by the analyzer through the empty sample carriers 410. The scheduling unit 300 is disposed on the sample transmission platform 100 and includes a scheduling mechanism 310. The scheduling mechanism 310 is used to transfer the empty sample carriers 410 and the target sample carriers 420 between the first track 210 and the second track 220. It can be understood that the empty sample carrier 410 and the target sample 420 are only names for distinguishing the different functional states of the sample carrier, and are not limited to specific sample carriers. At the same time, multiple empty sample carriers 410 and multiple target sample carriers 420 can be transmitted on the first track 110 and the second track 120, and at a later moment, the empty sample carrier 410 can also be used as a target sample carrier 420 to carry the target sample.

[0060] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 2The present application provides a schematic diagram of the transmission direction of target samples and sample carriers 400 in the pipeline transmission system. In an exemplary embodiment, the target samples include routine samples and emergency samples. The second track 220 includes a conventional track 221 and an emergency track 222. Among them, the conventional track 221 is used to transport conventional sample carriers, and the conventional sample carriers are used to carry conventional samples. The conventional track 221 is configured to transport conventional sample carriers along the first direction X1, so that the conventional sample carriers are transferred to the first track 210 when they contact the scheduling mechanism 310. The emergency track 222 is used to transport emergency sample carriers, and the emergency sample carriers are used to carry emergency samples. The emergency track 222 is configured to transport the target sample carrier 420 along the first direction X1, so that when the target sample carrier 420 is transported to the target position, the emergency sample is transferred to the analyzer for analysis. It can be understood that the names of conventional sample carriers and emergency sample carriers are also used to distinguish the different functional states of sample carriers, rather than being limited to specific sample carriers. The conventional sample carrier can be formed when the empty sample carrier 410 or the target sample carrier 420 is used to carry a conventional sample, and the emergency sample carrier can be formed when the empty sample carrier 410 or the target sample carrier 420 is used to carry an emergency sample.

[0061] In this embodiment, by providing a dedicated emergency track, a dedicated track can be used for a specific purpose. In particular, for the mode of transferring sample tubes through the sample transfer unit, the emergency track is not affected by other tracks and can quickly transfer samples to meet real emergency requirements. In addition, flexible scheduling is achieved through multiple scheduling mechanisms in the scheduling unit, which improves the efficiency of the pipeline and reduces the difficulty of control scheduling. In addition, through the track connection unit, functions such as sample interleaving, supplementary experiments, rapid return, and rapid scheduling are realized, further improving the flexibility and efficiency of the pipeline.

[0062] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 In an exemplary embodiment, the first track 210 is configured to transport a conventional sample carrier transferred from the conventional track 221 along a first direction X1, so that when the conventional sample carrier is transported to a target position, the conventional sample is transferred to the analyzer for analysis.

[0063] See Figure 1 In an exemplary embodiment, the transport unit 200 may include a first track 210 and a second track 220 for transporting target samples along a first direction X1, and may also include a third track 230 and a fourth track 240 for transporting target samples in a direction opposite to the first direction X1. The fourth track 240 includes a reverse conventional track 241 and a reverse emergency track 242.

[0064] Illustratively, the third track 230 and the fourth track 240 are used to transport the sample carrier 400 in a direction opposite to the first direction X1. The third track 230 is configured to transport an empty sample carrier 410 in a direction opposite to the first direction X1, so that the empty sample carrier 410 carries the target sample analyzed by the analyzer. It is understood that the third track 230 and the fourth track 240 can be symmetrically arranged with respect to the first track 210 and the second track 220 along the centerline of the sample transport platform 100.

[0065] Illustratively, in the first transfer mode, the emergency track 222 is used to quickly transport emergency samples, and in the second transfer mode, the emergency track 222 is used to transport emergency samples and conventional samples transferred from the conventional track 221 via the first track 210. In the first transfer mode, the reverse emergency track 242 is used to quickly transport emergency samples, and in the second transfer mode, the reverse emergency track 242 is used to transport emergency samples and conventional samples transferred from the reverse conventional track 241 via the third track 230. Specifically, the first transfer mode is a mode for transferring samples based on a sample transfer unit, in which the gripper arm on the sample transfer unit can directly grab the target sample from the sample carrier 400 and transfer it to the analyzer. The second transfer mode is an on-track sample aspiration mode, in which the analyzer aspirates the target sample from the sample carrier 400 and transfers the target sample to the analyzer.

[0066] In this embodiment, tracks in different directions and scheduling mechanisms in different directions are provided to jointly transport sample carriers, thereby improving the efficiency of sample transport scheduling.

[0067] See Figure 1 In an exemplary embodiment, the dispatch mechanism 310 may include a first dispatch component 311, a second dispatch component 312, a third dispatch component 313, and a fourth dispatch component 314 for transferring sample carriers 400 between the first track 210 and the second track 220. It may also include a fifth dispatch component 315, a sixth dispatch component 316, a seventh dispatch component 317, and an eighth dispatch component 318 for transferring sample carriers 400 between the third track 230 and the fourth track 240. Optionally, the first track 210, the second track 220, the third track 230, and the fourth track 240 are parallel to each other, so that the dispatch mechanism 310 can smoothly transfer sample carriers 400 between different tracks.

[0068] Among them, the first scheduling component 311 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the conventional track 221 to the first track 210. The first scheduling component 311 can be extended and retracted. When extended, it guides the sample carrier 400 to change tracks. When retracted, it makes the sample carrier 400 move along the conventional track 221.

[0069] The second scheduling component 312 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the first track 210 to the emergency track 222. It can be extended and retracted. When extended, it guides the sample carrier 400 to change tracks. When retracted, it allows the sample carrier 400 to move along the first track 210.

[0070] The third scheduling component 313 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the emergency track 222 to the first track 210. It can be extended and retracted. When extended, it guides the sample carrier 400 to change tracks. When retracted, it allows the sample carrier 400 to move along the emergency track 222.

[0071] The fourth scheduling component 314 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the first track 210 to the conventional track 221 , and can be extended and retracted. When extended, it guides the sample carrier 400 to change tracks, and when retracted, it allows the sample carrier 400 to move along the first track 210 .

[0072] Similarly, the fifth scheduling component 315 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the reverse conventional track 241 to the third track 230. It can be extended and retracted. When extended, it guides the sample carrier 400 to change tracks. When retracted, it makes the sample carrier 400 move along the reverse conventional track 241.

[0073] The sixth scheduling component 316 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the third track 230 to the reverse emergency track 242. It can be extended and retracted. When extended, it guides the sample carrier 400 to change tracks. When retracted, it allows the sample carrier 400 to move along the third track 230.

[0074] The seventh scheduling component 317 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the reverse emergency track 242 to the third track 230. It can be extended and retracted. When extended, it guides the sample carrier 400 to change tracks. When retracted, it makes the sample carrier 400 move along the reverse emergency track 242.

[0075] The eighth scheduling component 318 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the third track 230 to the reverse conventional track 241. It can be extended and retracted. When extended, it guides the sample carrier 400 to change tracks. When retracted, it makes the sample carrier 400 move along the third track 230.

[0076] It should be noted that Figure 2 The transmission direction shown is only an example. In actual application, the transmission direction of the transport unit 200 and the extension direction and retraction direction of the scheduling unit 300 can be set arbitrarily.

[0077] In this embodiment, by providing a dedicated emergency track, a dedicated track can be used for a dedicated purpose. The emergency track is not affected by other tracks and can quickly transmit samples to meet real emergency requirements.

[0078] See Figure 1 In an exemplary embodiment, the scheduling unit 300 further includes a limiting mechanism 320. The limiting mechanism 320 is configured to extend in a second direction X2 and retract in a direction opposite to the second direction X2. When extended, the limiting mechanism 320 is configured to stop an empty sample carrier 410 being transported on the first track 210 or to position sample carriers being transported on the first track 210 and / or the second track 220. When retracted, the limiting mechanism 320 allows sample carriers being transported on the first track 210 and / or the second track 220 to pass. The second direction X2 and the first direction X1 are two mutually perpendicular directions within the same plane.

[0079] Illustratively, the limiting mechanism 320 includes a stopping assembly 321. The stopping assembly 321 includes a first stopping member 3211 disposed on the first track 210 and a second stopping member 3212 disposed on the third track 230. The first stopping member 3211 is configured to extend along the second direction X2 and retract in a direction opposite to the second direction X2, and is used to stop the sample carrier 400 being transported on the first track 210 when extended, and to release the sample carrier 400 being transported on the first track 210 when retracted.

[0080] The second stopper 3212 is configured to extend in a direction opposite to the second direction X2 and retract in the second direction X2. When extended, it is used to stop the sample carrier 400 being transported on the third track 230, and when retracted, it allows the sample carrier 400 to pass through the third track 230. The first stopper 3211 and the second stopper 3212 enable precise control of the sample carrier 400.

[0081] In an exemplary embodiment, the limiting mechanism 320 further includes a positioning assembly 322. The positioning assembly 322 includes a first positioning member 3221, a second positioning member 3222, a third positioning member 3223, and a fourth positioning member 3224. The first positioning member 3221 is configured to extend in the second direction X2 and retract in a direction opposite to the second direction X2. When extended, the first positioning member 3221 positions the sample carrier 400 on the first track 210, and when retracted, releases the sample carrier 400 from the first track 210.

[0082] The second positioning member 3222 is configured to be extended in the opposite direction of the second direction X2 and retracted in the second direction X2, and is used to position the sample carrier 400 on the third track 230 when extended, and release the sample carrier 400 transported on the third track 230 when retracted.

[0083] The third positioning member 3223 is configured to be extended along the second direction X2 and retracted along the opposite direction of the second direction X2, and is used to position the sample carrier 400 on the emergency track 222 when extended, and release the sample carrier 400 transported on the emergency track 222 when retracted.

[0084] The fourth positioning member 3224 is configured to extend in a direction opposite to the second direction X2 and retract in the second direction X2. When extended, it is used to position the sample carrier 400 on the reverse emergency track 242, and when retracted, it is used to release the sample carrier 400 being transported on the reverse emergency track 242. Multiple positioning members allow the sample carrier 400 to be precisely positioned, allowing it to be accurately transferred to the analyzer, thereby improving the efficiency of the assembly line.

[0085] See Figure 1 In an exemplary embodiment, the pipeline transmission system further includes a track connection unit 500. The track connection unit 500 is used to transfer the sample carrier between multiple conventional tracks.

[0086] Exemplarily, the track connection unit 500 includes a first connection mechanism 510 and a second connection mechanism 520. The first connection mechanism 510 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the conventional track 221 to the reverse conventional track 241, and the second connection mechanism 612 is used to transfer the sample carrier 400 from the reverse conventional track 241 to the conventional track 221, realizing functions such as sample interleaving, supplementary experiments, rapid return, and rapid scheduling, further improving the flexibility and work efficiency of the assembly line.

[0087] See Figure 3 , Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a track segment in one embodiment. In one exemplary embodiment, the first track 210 includes a first positioning segment 211 and first buffer segments 212 located on both sides of the first positioning segment 211. The first positioning segment 211 and the first buffer segments 212 are configured to transport sample carriers 400 individually. The first buffer segments 212 are used to buffer empty sample carriers 410 and / or sample carriers 400 transported by the second track 220. The third track 230 includes a second positioning segment 231 and second buffer segments 232 located on both sides of the second positioning segment 231. The second positioning segment 231 and the second buffer segments 232 are configured to transport sample carriers 400 individually. The second buffer segments 232 are used to buffer empty sample carriers 410 and / or sample carriers 400 transported by the fourth track 230.

[0088] For example, to facilitate control, the first track 210 can be segmented. When there is no need to transfer an empty sample carrier 410 or release an empty sample carrier 410, the first buffer segment 212 can be stopped to reduce friction between the sample carrier and the track, thereby increasing the lifespan of the sample carrier 400 and the track. The remaining segments can be kept in constant motion. Similarly, the third track 230 can also be segmented. When there is no need to transfer an empty sample carrier 410 or release an empty sample carrier 410, the second buffer segment 232 can be stopped to reduce friction between the sample carrier and the track, thereby increasing the lifespan of the sample carrier 400 and the track.

[0089] In an exemplary embodiment, the sample carrier 400 serves as a carrier for the sample tube, and can transport and position the sample tube. Figure 4 As shown, Figure 4 FIG2 shows a schematic structural diagram of a sample carrier 400 in one embodiment. The sample carrier 400 can carry and secure a sample tube 430. For example, the sample carrier 400 serves as a carrier for a target sample (i.e., the sample tube 430) and can carry and secure the sample tube 430.

[0090] See Figure 5 , Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the structure of a sample transfer unit in one embodiment. In an exemplary embodiment, the pipeline transfer system further includes a gripping unit 600. The gripping unit 600 is disposed above the sample transfer platform 100 and includes a gripper 610 for gripping a sample tube 430 carried by a sample carrier 400 positioned by a positioning mechanism. The gripping unit 600 is part of the sample transfer unit. When the sample transfer unit is used to transfer the sample tube, the gripper 610 is used to grip the sample tube 430 and place it into the analyzer.

[0091] In one embodiment, Figure 6 As shown, a sample transmission scheduling method is provided, which is applied to the pipeline transmission system of any of the above embodiments. It is understood that the method can also be applied to a server, and can also be applied to a system including a terminal and a server, and implemented through the interaction between the terminal and the server. In this embodiment, the method includes the following steps:

[0092] Step 610 , when the target sample meets the loading condition, controlling the first track to transport the empty sample carrier along the first direction;

[0093] Step 620: If the target sample is a regular sample, control the empty sample carrier transported on the first track to carry the target sample, and control the scheduling unit to transfer the empty sample carrier carrying the target sample from the first track to the second track.

[0094] Step 630: When the target sample is an emergency sample, the control scheduling unit transfers the empty sample carrier from the first track to the second track, and controls the empty sample carrier transferred by the second track to carry the target sample.

[0095] Optionally, the following description will focus solely on the example of transporting samples along the first and second tracks in the first direction. Sample carriers carrying conventional samples and empty sample carriers move along the conventional track, while empty sample carriers are pre-stored on the first track. It will be appreciated that if the third and fourth tracks are used to transport samples in a direction opposite to the first direction, the transport scheduling method can refer to the transport scheduling method described for the first and second tracks in the following embodiments, and thus will not be further described.

[0096] Exemplarily, after the target sample analysis experiment is completed, when the sample tube needs to be loaded back, the first track is controlled to transport an empty sample carrier along the first direction. For conventional samples, the empty sample carrier is directly transported to the target position through the first track, and the empty sample carrier transported by the first track carries the analyzed target sample, and the empty sample carrier carrying the target sample is transferred from the first track to the second track, wherein, for conventional samples, the control scheduling unit transfers the sample carrier from the first track to the conventional track, and continues to flow to the next station. For emergency samples, the control scheduling unit transfers the empty sample carrier from the first track to the emergency track, and controls the emergency track to continue to transport the empty sample carrier until the empty sample carrier is transported to the target position, and the analyzed emergency sample is carried by the empty sample carrier. At this time, the emergency track can continue to transport the sample carrier carrying the emergency sample, or it can control the scheduling unit to transfer the sample carrier carrying the emergency sample to the conventional track, and continue to flow to the next station.

[0097] In the above-mentioned sample transmission scheduling method, by providing a dedicated emergency track, it is possible to achieve dedicated track, especially for the mode of transferring sample tubes through the sample transfer unit. The emergency track is not affected by other tracks and can quickly transfer samples to meet real emergency requirements. In addition, an empty sample carrier cache is set at the sampling position close to the sample transfer unit, and empty sample carriers can be obtained without complicated scheduling and long-distance transmission, which greatly improves the efficiency of the pipeline work and reduces the difficulty of control scheduling. In addition, the pipeline transmission system provided by the present application is suitable for the sample transfer unit to transfer sample tubes and on-track sample suction mode, and has strong versatility.

[0098] In one embodiment, the second track comprises an emergency track; and the method further comprises:

[0099] When the target sample meets the injection conditions and the target sample is an emergency sample, the emergency track is controlled to transmit the emergency sample carrier; the emergency sample carrier carries the emergency sample;

[0100] transferring the emergency sample carried by the emergency sample carrier to an analyzer for analysis;

[0101] The control scheduling unit transfers the transferred emergency sample carrier from the emergency track to the first track.

[0102] For example, the following description focuses solely on the example of transporting samples along a first direction along a first track and a second track. Sample carriers carrying emergency samples move along the emergency track, while empty sample carriers are pre-stored on the first track. It will be appreciated that if samples are transported along a direction opposite to the first direction along a third track and a fourth track, the transport scheduling method can refer to the transport scheduling method described for the first and second tracks in the following embodiments, and thus will not be further described.

[0103] For example, the following combination Figure 7-11 The sample transmission scheduling method is described. It should be noted that: Figure 7-11 The transfer diagram of the sample shown includes two parts, A and B. Part A is the pipeline transmission system, and its structure can refer to the above Figure 1-Figure 5 In the corresponding embodiments, part B is the analyzer. In the sample transfer mode based on the sample transfer unit, the gripper arm on the sample transfer unit grabs the sample tube from the sample carrier and transfers it to the analyzer. In the on-track sampling mode, the analyzer is an on-track sampling analyzer, which performs on-track sampling based on the positioning of the sample. It should be understood that the division between parts A and B in the figure is merely a schematic diagram for ease of explanation and does not limit the actual location distribution of the pipeline transfer system and analyzer.

[0104] For example, see Figure 7 , Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the transfer of emergency samples in the first transfer mode (i.e., the sample transfer mode based on the sample transfer unit). The sample is initially placed on the emergency track for illustration. The sample carrier carrying the emergency sample moves on the emergency track. Empty sample carriers are pre-stored on the first track.

[0105] If the target sample is an emergency sample, and the software indicates that an emergency sample needs to be tested on the analyzer, the third positioning member extends, and the sample moves along the emergency track until it is stopped and positioned by the third positioning member. A gripper arm on the sample transfer unit grabs the sample tube from the sample carrier and transfers it to the analyzer. It will be appreciated that if the sample carrier of the emergency sample moves on the reverse emergency track, the transfer method is similar to that of the sample carrier on the reverse emergency track, and will not be further described here.

[0106] For example, see Figure 8 , Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the transfer of emergency samples in the on-track sample aspiration mode. Similar to the transmission in the sample transfer mode based on the sample transfer unit, when an emergency sample receives a software instruction to go to the analyzer for experiment, the third positioning part extends and the sample moves along the emergency track until it is stopped and positioned by the third positioning part, and the sample is aspirated based on the positioning of the emergency sample.

[0107] For example, see Figure 7 For emergency samples in the sample transfer mode based on the sample transfer unit, after the sample tube is taken away, the third positioning member is retracted, and the empty sample carrier with the sample tube taken away continues to move forward. If the empty sample carrier needs to pass through the first track and then be sent to the regular track, the third scheduling component and the fourth scheduling component will extend to guide the empty sample carrier from the gap to the regular track; if the empty sample carrier does not need to be sent to the regular track, the third scheduling component will extend and the fourth scheduling component will not extend, so that the empty sample carrier is transferred to the first track for movement and cached.

[0108] For example, see Figure 8 For emergency samples in the on-track sampling mode, after the sample tube is aspirated, the third positioning member is retracted, and the sample tube continues to flow along the emergency track to the next station along with the sample carrier, or enters the regular track through the third scheduling component and the fourth scheduling component to continue to flow to the next station.

[0109] In one embodiment, the second track further comprises a conventional track; and the method further comprises:

[0110] When the target sample meets the injection conditions and is a conventional sample, the conventional track is controlled to transport the conventional sample carrier; the conventional sample carrier carries the conventional sample;

[0111] Controlling the scheduling unit to transfer the conventional sample carrier from the conventional track to the first track;

[0112] When the current working mode is the first mode, the first track is controlled to transport the conventional sample carrier, and the conventional sample carried by the conventional sample carrier is transferred to the analyzer for analysis;

[0113] When the current working mode is the second mode, the control scheduling unit transfers the conventional sample carrier from the first track to the emergency track;

[0114] Controlling the emergency track to transport the routine sample carrier to transfer the routine sample carried by the routine sample carrier to the analyzer for analysis;

[0115] The control scheduling unit transfers the transferred conventional sample carrier from the emergency track to the first track.

[0116] For example, see Figure 9 , Figure 9This is a schematic diagram of the transfer of conventional samples in the first transfer mode (i.e., a sample transfer mode based on a sample transfer unit). The following description uses the first and second tracks as an example for sample transfer along the first direction. Sample carriers carrying conventional samples move along the conventional track, and empty sample carriers are pre-stored on the first track. It will be appreciated that if the third and fourth tracks are used to transfer samples in a direction opposite to the first direction, the transfer scheduling method can refer to the transfer scheduling method described for the first and second tracks in the following embodiments, and therefore will not be further described.

[0117] When the target sample is a conventional sample and the current working mode is a sample transfer mode based on the sample transfer unit. When a certain conventional sample receives a software instruction to go to the analyzer for experiment, the sample moves to a position close to the gap between the conventional track and the first track. The first scheduling component extends in the second direction to stop and guide the conventional sample carrier, and the conventional sample carrier passes through the gap and enters the first track. After entering the first track, the conventional sample carrier continues to move, and the first positioning member extends in the second direction to stop the conventional sample carrier, thereby realizing the positioning of the conventional sample carrier and the sample tube. The gripping arm on the sample transfer unit grabs the sample tube from the conventional sample carrier and transfers it to the analyzer. It can be understood that if the conventional sample carrier moves on the reverse conventional track, its transmission method is similar to that of the movement on the conventional track, and will not be repeated here.

[0118] For example, see Figure 10 , Figure 10 Schematic diagram of conventional sample transfer in the second transfer mode (i.e., on-track sample aspiration mode).

[0119] When the current working mode is the second transfer mode, the conventional sample is transferred to the emergency track through the first track, and the conventional sample carrier is positioned on the emergency track based on the third positioning member, and then the conventional sample is aspirated based on the positioning.

[0120] In one embodiment, see Figure 9 For conventional samples in the sample transfer mode based on the sample transfer unit, after the sample tube is taken away, the first positioning member is retracted, and the empty sample carrier with the sample tube taken away continues to move forward. If the empty sample carrier needs to be sent to the conventional track, the fourth scheduling component extends to guide the empty sample carrier from the gap into the conventional track; if the empty sample carrier does not need to be sent to the conventional track, the fourth scheduling component does not extend, allowing the empty sample carrier to continue to move on the first track and be cached.

[0121] For example, see Figure 10 For conventional samples in the on-track sampling mode, after the sample tube is aspirated, the first positioning member is retracted, and the empty sample carrier with the sample tube removed continues to move forward, passing through the third scheduling component and the fourth scheduling component, and sending the sample tube back to the regular track.

[0122] In one embodiment, before controlling the first track to transport the empty sample carrier along the first direction, the method includes:

[0123] controlling the limiting mechanism to retract in a direction opposite to the second direction, so that the first track transports an empty sample carrier close to the limiting mechanism along the first direction;

[0124] The limiting mechanism is controlled to extend in the second direction to stop the remaining empty sample carriers except the empty sample carrier closest to the limiting mechanism.

[0125] For example, see Figure 7 and Figure 8 For emergency samples, when the sample tube needs to be returned after the analysis is complete, the first stopper retracts to release an empty sample carrier. After releasing the empty sample carrier, the first stopper quickly extends to stop the next empty sample carrier. The second dispatching assembly extends to guide the empty sample carrier to the emergency track. The third positioning assembly extends to stop the released empty sample carrier and position it. The gripper of the sample transfer unit transfers the sample tube from the analyzer and inserts it into the empty sample carrier. The third positioning assembly retracts, and the sample tube and the sample carrier continue to flow along the emergency track to the next station, or pass through the third and fourth dispatching assemblies and enter the regular track to continue to the next station.

[0126] Similarly, see Figure 9 and Figure 10 For routine samples, when the sample tube needs to be returned after analysis, the first stopper retracts to release an empty sample carrier. After releasing the empty sample carrier, the first stopper quickly extends to stop the next empty sample carrier. The first positioning member extends to stop the released empty sample carrier and position it. The gripper of the sample transfer unit transfers the sample tube from the analyzer and inserts it into the empty sample carrier. The first positioning member retracts, and the sample tube and the sample carrier pass through the fourth scheduling component and enter the regular track to continue to the next station.

[0127] In one embodiment, the method further comprises:

[0128] In the process of controlling the emergency track to transport the emergency sample carrier, controlling the limiting mechanism to extend along the second direction to position the emergency sample carrier;

[0129] In the process of controlling the first track to transport the conventional sample carrier or controlling the emergency track to transport the conventional sample carrier, controlling the limiting mechanism to extend along the second direction to position the conventional sample carrier;

[0130] According to the positioning of the emergency sample carrier, the emergency sample carried by the emergency sample carrier is transferred to the analyzer for analysis; according to the positioning of the conventional sample carrier, the conventional sample carried by the conventional sample carrier is transferred to the analyzer for analysis.

[0131] For example, see Figure 7 and Figure 8 If the target sample is an emergency sample, and the software indicates that the sample needs to be transferred to the analyzer for testing, the third positioning member extends in the second direction while controlling the emergency track to transport the emergency sample carrier, stopping and positioning the emergency sample carrier. The gripper arm on the sample transfer unit then grabs the sample tube from the sample carrier based on the positioning and transfers it to the analyzer. It will be appreciated that if the sample carrier of the emergency sample moves on the reverse emergency track, the transfer method is similar to that of the sample carrier moving on the reverse emergency track, and will not be further described here.

[0132] For example, see Figure 9 and Figure 10 When the target sample is a routine sample, when a routine sample receives a software instruction to go to the analyzer for experiment, in the process of controlling the first track to transport the routine sample carrier or controlling the emergency track to transport the routine sample carrier, the first positioning member extends along the second direction to stop and position the routine sample carrier, and the grabbing arm on the sample transfer unit grabs the sample tube from the sample carrier and transfers it to the analyzer according to the positioning.

[0133] In one embodiment, the method further comprises:

[0134] In the case where there are multiple analyzers, the control scheduling unit transfers the sample carrier carrying the target sample to the regular track corresponding to the current analyzer;

[0135] The control track connection unit transfers the sample carrier carrying the target sample from the conventional track corresponding to the current analyzer to the conventional track corresponding to the next analyzer.

[0136] For example, see Figure 11 , Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of sample transfer between multiple analyzers. If a sample that has completed an experiment on analyzer 1 needs to be transferred to analyzer 4 for the next experiment, the sample can be quickly transferred to the opposite track via the track connection unit after the track is switched to reach the analyzer on the other side.

[0137] The principle of the process of transferring conventional samples from analyzer 1 to analyzer 4 is explained based on the sample transfer unit sample transfer mode. When the sample of the experiment is completed in analyzer 1, the first stopping member retracts to release an empty sample carrier. After releasing the empty sample carrier, the first stopping member quickly extends to stop the next empty sample carrier. The first positioning member extends to intercept the released empty sample carrier and position the empty sample carrier. The gripper of the sample transfer unit transfers the sample tube from analyzer 1 and inserts it into the empty sample carrier. The first positioning member retracts, and the sample tube enters the forward conventional track along with the sample carrier through the fourth scheduling component. The first connecting mechanism extends to transfer the sample carrier to the reverse conventional track, and then transfers the sample to the third track through the fifth scheduling component. After that, the sample carrier is stopped and positioned by the second positioning member. The sample transfer unit transfers the sample tube to analyzer 4, thereby realizing the rapid transfer of the sample tube to the opposite analyzer.

[0138] For a sample that has just completed an experiment on analyzer 1 and has just been sent to the first track, if the software requires the sample to be returned for retesting, the sample can also be quickly returned to analyzer 1 for retesting or supplementary experiment through the first connecting mechanism and the second connecting mechanism.

[0139] For situations that require quick reversal to the opposite side, return for re-testing, return for supplementary experiments, or quick return for replenishment and scheduling of empty sample carriers, all of these can be achieved through the track connection unit, without having to pass through the assembly line to the end and then turn around, thereby improving the efficiency of the assembly line work.

[0140] In the above-mentioned sample transmission and scheduling method, by providing a dedicated emergency track, it is possible to achieve dedicated track use, especially for the mode of transferring sample tubes through the sample transfer unit. The emergency track is not affected by other tracks and can quickly transfer samples to meet real emergency requirements. In addition, an empty sample carrier cache is set at the sampling position close to the sample transfer unit, and empty sample carriers can be obtained without complicated scheduling and long-distance transmission, which greatly improves the work efficiency of the pipeline and reduces the difficulty of control and scheduling. The track connection unit can realize functions such as sample interspersion, supplementary experiments, rapid return, and rapid scheduling, and can also greatly improve the flexibility and work efficiency of the pipeline. In addition, the pipeline transmission system provided by the present application is suitable for the sample transfer unit to transfer sample tubes and on-track sample suction mode, and has strong versatility.

[0141] It should be understood that, although the steps in the flowcharts of the above embodiments are shown in sequence as indicated by the arrows, these steps are not necessarily performed in the order indicated by the arrows. Unless otherwise specified herein, there is no strict order restriction on the execution of these steps, and these steps can be performed in other orders. Moreover, at least a portion of the steps in the flowcharts of the above embodiments may include multiple steps or multiple stages, and these steps or stages are not necessarily performed at the same time, but can be performed at different times. The execution order of these steps or stages is not necessarily to be performed in sequence, but can be performed in turn or alternately with other steps or at least a portion of steps or stages in other steps.

[0142] In one embodiment, a computer device is further provided, including a memory and a processor. The memory stores a computer program, and the processor implements the steps in the above method embodiments when executing the computer program.

[0143] In one embodiment, a computer-readable storage medium is provided, on which a computer program is stored. When the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps in the above-mentioned method embodiments are implemented.

[0144] In one embodiment, a computer program product is provided, on which a computer program is stored. When the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps in the above method embodiments are implemented.

[0145] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that all or part of the processes in the above-mentioned embodiments can be implemented by instructing the relevant hardware through a computer program, and the computer program can be stored in a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium. When the computer program is executed, it can include the processes of the embodiments of the above-mentioned methods. Among them, any reference to memory, database or other media used in the embodiments provided in this application may include at least one of non-volatile memory and volatile memory. Non-volatile memory may include read-only memory (ROM), magnetic tape, floppy disk, flash memory, optical memory, high-density embedded non-volatile memory, resistive random access memory (ReRAM), magnetic random access memory (MRAM), ferroelectric random access memory (FRAM), phase change memory (PCM), graphene memory, etc. Volatile memory may include random access memory (RAM) or external cache memory, etc. By way of illustration and not limitation, RAM can be in various forms, such as static random access memory (SRAM) or dynamic random access memory (DRAM). The database involved in the various embodiments provided herein may include at least one of a relational database and a non-relational database. Non-relational databases may include, but are not limited to, distributed databases based on blockchains. The processor involved in the various embodiments provided herein may be, but are not limited to, a general-purpose processor, a central processing unit (CPU), a graphics processing unit (GPU), a digital signal processor (DSP), a programmable logic unit (PLC), a data processing logic unit based on quantum computing, an artificial intelligence (AI) processor, and the like.

[0146] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. In order to make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this application.

[0147] The above embodiments merely illustrate several implementation methods of the present application. While the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. It should be noted that a person skilled in the art may make various modifications and improvements without departing from the spirit of the present invention, all of which fall within the scope of protection of the present application. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present application shall be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A pipeline transmission system, characterized in that: The pipeline transmission system includes: Sample transfer platform; A transport unit is provided on the sample transport platform and includes a first track and a second track; the first track and the second track are both used to transport sample carriers; the sample carriers include empty sample carriers and target sample carriers, and the target sample carriers are used to carry target samples; wherein the first track is configured to transport the empty sample carriers along a first direction so as to carry the target sample analyzed by the analyzer through the empty sample carriers; A scheduling unit is provided on the sample transmission platform and includes a scheduling mechanism for transferring the empty sample carrier and the target sample carrier between the first track and the second track.

2. The system according to claim 1, wherein: The target samples include routine samples and emergency samples; the second track includes: a conventional track for transporting a conventional sample carrier, the conventional sample carrier being used to carry the conventional sample, the conventional track being configured to transport the conventional sample carrier along the first direction, so that the conventional sample carrier is transferred to the first track when contacting the scheduling mechanism; An emergency track is used to transport an emergency sample carrier, which is used to carry the emergency sample. The emergency track is configured to transport the target sample carrier along the first direction so that when the target sample carrier is transported to the target position, the emergency sample is transferred to the analyzer for analysis.

3. The system according to claim 2, characterized in that The first track is configured to transport the conventional sample carrier transferred from the conventional track along the first direction, so that when the conventional sample carrier is transported to the target position, the conventional sample is transferred to the analyzer for analysis.

4. The system according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The scheduling unit also includes: The limiting mechanism is configured to extend in a second direction and retract in the opposite direction of the second direction, and is used to stop the empty sample carrier transported on the first track or position the sample carrier transported on the first track and / or the second track when extending, and to release the sample carrier transported on the first track and / or the second track when retracting; the second direction and the first direction are two directions perpendicular to each other in the same plane.

5. The system according to claim 2, wherein: The pipeline transmission system also includes: A track connection unit is used to transfer the sample carrier between multiple conventional tracks.

6. A sample transmission scheduling method, characterized in that: Applied to the pipeline transmission system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, the method comprises: When the target sample meets the loading condition, controlling the first track to transport the empty sample carrier along the first direction; In a case where the target sample is a regular sample, controlling the empty sample carrier transported by the first track to carry the target sample, and controlling the scheduling unit to transfer the empty sample carrier carrying the target sample from the first track to the second track; In the case that the target sample is an emergency sample, the control scheduling unit transfers the empty sample carrier from the first track to the second track, and controls the empty sample carrier transported by the second track to carry the target sample.

7. The sample transmission scheduling method according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second track includes an emergency track; and the method further includes: When the target sample meets the injection condition and the target sample is an emergency sample, controlling the emergency track to transport an emergency sample carrier; the emergency sample carrier carries the emergency sample; transferring the emergency sample carried by the emergency sample carrier to an analyzer for analysis; Control the scheduling unit to transfer the transferred emergency sample carrier from the emergency track to the first track.

8. The sample transmission scheduling method according to claim 7, characterized in that: The second track further comprises a conventional track; and the method further comprises: When the target sample meets the injection condition and the target sample is a conventional sample, controlling the conventional track to transport a conventional sample carrier; the conventional sample carrier carries the conventional sample; controlling the scheduling unit to transfer the conventional sample carrier from the conventional track to the first track; When the current working mode is the first mode, controlling the first track to transport the conventional sample carrier, transferring the conventional sample carried by the conventional sample carrier to the analyzer for analysis; When the current working mode is the second mode, controlling the scheduling unit to transfer the conventional sample carrier from the first track to the emergency track; controlling the emergency track to transport the conventional sample carrier to transfer the conventional sample carried by the conventional sample carrier to the analyzer for analysis; The scheduling unit is controlled to transfer the transferred conventional sample carrier from the emergency track to the first track.

9. The sample transmission scheduling method according to claim 6, characterized in that: Before controlling the first track to transport the empty sample carrier along the first direction, the method includes: controlling the limiting mechanism to retract in a direction opposite to the second direction, so that the first track transports an empty sample carrier close to the limiting mechanism along the first direction; The limiting mechanism is controlled to extend along the second direction to stop the remaining empty sample carriers except the empty sample carrier closest to the limiting mechanism.

10. The sample transmission scheduling method according to claim 8, characterized in that: The method further comprises: In the process of controlling the emergency track to transport the emergency sample carrier, controlling the limiting mechanism to extend along the second direction to position the emergency sample carrier; In the process of controlling the first track to transport the conventional sample carrier or controlling the emergency track to transport the conventional sample carrier, controlling the limiting mechanism to extend along the second direction to position the conventional sample carrier; According to the positioning of the emergency sample carrier, the emergency sample carried by the emergency sample carrier is transferred to the analyzer for analysis; according to the positioning of the conventional sample carrier, the conventional sample carried by the conventional sample carrier is transferred to the analyzer for analysis.

11. The sample transmission scheduling method according to claim 8, characterized in that: The method further comprises: In the case where there are multiple analyzers, controlling the scheduling unit to transfer the sample carrier carrying the target sample to the regular track corresponding to the current analyzer; The track connection unit is controlled to transfer the sample carrier carrying the target sample from the conventional track corresponding to the current analyzer to the conventional track corresponding to the next analyzer.

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