Double-bin sample storage device and system thereof

Abstract

The double-bin sample storage device comprises an operation bin and storage bins, a plurality of groups of storage bins are arranged below the operation bin, and the operation bin can be used for extracting or storing sample tubes in at least two groups of storage bins; a storing and taking mechanism and a transferring mechanism are arranged in the operation cabin, and the storing and taking mechanism can open a cabin cover of the storage cabin and can lift the lifting basket; and the transfer mechanism can open the cabin cover of the operation cabin and can transfer the grillage. The system has the advantages that one operation bin can be matched with at least two storage devices to conduct rapid storage, meanwhile, pipe picking operation is separated and completed in the earlier stage of the outside, the pipe picking function does not need to be configured for each device, only a small number of pipe picking devices are needed, then the system conducts storage, the occupied area is reduced, and the cost is reduced. Meanwhile, the design of mechanisms in the operation bin is optimized, multiple functions are achieved through one mechanism, and the working process is simplified.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of sample storage, in particular to a double-chamber sample storage device and a system thereof. Background Art

[0002] In the prior art, sample storage involves manually or by a transport robot transferring a transfer box containing biological samples from a certain location to a storage device, and then transferring the transfer box to an operating cabin through a transfer window. However, for a sample storage library, each storage device is provided with an operating cabin, which makes it easier to select and store the transferred samples. However, this increases manufacturing costs and reduces the efficiency of storing and retrieving biological samples. Therefore, a dual-chamber sample storage system is urgently needed. Summary of the invention

[0003] The purpose of this section is to summarize some aspects of the embodiments of the utility model and briefly introduce some preferred embodiments. Some simplifications or omissions may be made in this section and the specification abstract and invention title of this application to avoid blurring the purpose of this section, specification abstract and invention title, and such simplifications or omissions cannot be used to limit the scope of the utility model.

[0004] In view of the above problems or problems existing in the prior art, the present utility model is proposed.

[0005] Therefore, the purpose of the utility model is to provide a dual-chamber sample storage device, which can realize that one operating chamber can cooperate with at least two storage devices for rapid storage, and at the same time separate the tube picking operation and complete it in the external early stage. There is no need to configure the tube picking function for each device. Only a few tube picking devices are needed, and then storage is carried out by this system, which reduces the floor space and optimizes the design of the mechanism in the operating chamber. One mechanism realizes multiple functions and simplifies the workflow.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides the following technical solutions: a double-chamber sample storage device, which includes an operation cabin and a storage cabin, wherein a plurality of storage cabins are arranged below the operation cabin, and the operation cabin can extract or store sample tubes in at least two storage cabins;

[0007] The operating cabin is provided with a storage and retrieval mechanism and a transfer mechanism. The storage and retrieval mechanism can open the cover of the storage cabin and can lift and lower the basket; the transfer mechanism can open the cover of the operating cabin and can transfer the plate rack; the transfer mechanism can transfer the plate rack to the basket, and the storage and retrieval mechanism can store the basket in the storage cabin.

[0008] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage device of the utility model, the storage and retrieval mechanism includes a sliding support assembly and a lifting assembly; the sliding support assembly can drive the lifting assembly to slide in the operating cabin, and the lifting assembly can not only drive the basket to rise and fall, but also open and move the storage cabin cover.

[0009] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage device of the utility model, wherein: the lifting assembly includes a first lifting drive mechanism, a support frame, a second drive mechanism, and a sliding lifting member, the support frame is connected to the sliding support assembly, the upper end of the support frame is provided with a second drive mechanism, the inner side of the sliding support assembly is connected to the first lifting drive mechanism, the first lifting drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism can respectively drive the sliding lifting member to lift and lower, and the sliding lifting member can grab the basket or the storage compartment cover.

[0010] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage device of the utility model, the sliding lifting component includes a lifting slider, a lifting connecting plate, and a hook; the lifting slider is connected to the first lifting drive mechanism for up and down sliding, a guide rail is provided on the side of the lifting slider, the lifting connecting plate is vertically slidably connected to the lifting slider through the guide rail, the side of the lifting connecting plate is connected to the hook, and the upper end of the hook is connected to the second drive mechanism; the second drive mechanism can drive the hook and the lifting connecting plate to rise and fall along the guide rail on the side of the lifting slider.

[0011] As a preferred solution of the dual-chamber sample storage device of the utility model, the second driving mechanism includes a second driving member, a connecting member, and a hook, the upper end of the hook is connected to the connecting member, and the second driving member is connected to the connecting member.

[0012] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage device of the utility model, the transfer mechanism includes a mobile support assembly, a clamp assembly, and a third driving mechanism. The mobile support assembly can support the third driving mechanism, and the third driving mechanism can drive the clamp assembly to rise and fall. The clamp assembly can grab the plate rack and the operating cabin cover, and the mobile support assembly can slide in the operating cabin.

[0013] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage device of the utility model, wherein: the clamping claw assembly includes a clamping claw support rod, a support rod slider, and a clamping claw; the support rod slider is connected to the upper end side of the clamping claw support rod, the clamping claw is arranged on the lower end side of the claw support rod, and the support rod slider is vertically slidably connected to the third driving mechanism.

[0014] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage device of the utility model, two groups of storage chambers are arranged below the operation chamber, and the two groups of storage chambers share one group of operation chambers. The operation chambers can extract or store sample tubes in the two groups of storage chambers respectively.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the double-chamber sample storage device of the utility model are as follows: by setting up an operation cabin, samples of at least two groups of storage cabins can be stored and retrieved; by setting up a storage and retrieval mechanism, the basket can be stored and the storage cabin cover can be opened; by setting up a transfer mechanism, the samples can be transferred and the operation cabin cover can be opened and closed, thereby simplifying the structure and improving work efficiency.

[0016] The utility model also provides a dual-chamber sample storage system, which includes a dual-chamber sample storage device and a temporary storage component. The temporary storage component is arranged in an operation cabin, and the temporary storage component can temporarily support a plate rack and keep the samples on the plate rack warm.

[0017] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage system of the utility model, wherein: a plate rack in-and-out auxiliary component is provided on the access mechanism, and the plate rack in-and-out auxiliary component can assist the plate rack to enter or push out of the basket.

[0018] As a preferred solution of the dual-bin sample storage system of the utility model, the plate rack in and out auxiliary component includes a front push member, a rear push member, and a temporary storage component. The front push member and the rear push member are arranged at the lower end of the side of the storage and retrieval mechanism. The front push member can push the plate rack on the temporary storage component into the lifting basket, and the rear push member can push the plate rack in the lifting basket onto the temporary storage component.

[0019] As a preferred solution of the dual-chamber sample storage system of the utility model, the front push member includes a front push rod driving mechanism and a front push rod, and the front push rod driving mechanism can drive the front push rod to move horizontally back and forth; the rear push member includes a rear push rod driving mechanism and a rear push rod, and the rear push rod driving mechanism can drive the rear push rod to move horizontally back and forth.

[0020] As a preferred solution of the dual-chamber sample storage system of the utility model, the temporary storage component includes a temporary storage rack, an insulation tank, and a copper tube. The temporary storage rack is arranged above the storage compartment, and the insulation tank is arranged below the temporary storage rack. The copper tube is connected to the insulation tank. At least one set of plate racks can be placed on the temporary storage rack, and the copper tube can input liquid nitrogen into the insulation tank.

[0021] As a preferred solution of the dual-chamber sample storage system of the utility model, the storage compartment hatch cover and the operation compartment hatch cover are respectively provided with a storage compartment hatch cover buckle and an operation compartment hatch cover buckle.

[0022] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage system of the utility model, a lifting mechanism is also provided below the operation cabin, and the lifting mechanism can lift the transfer tank and dock it with the operation cabin.

[0023] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage system of the utility model, an aluminum tray is arranged in the storage compartment, and a storage hole is opened on the aluminum tray. A basket can be placed in the storage hole, and the aluminum tray can rotate around its own axis.

[0024] As a preferred solution of the double-chamber sample storage system of the utility model, a movable adjustment mechanism is arranged under the storage chamber, and the movable adjustment mechanism can move the storage chamber.

[0025] As a preferred solution of the dual-chamber sample storage system of the utility model, it also includes a guide rail transfer mechanism and a lifting mechanism. The guide rail transfer mechanism can transport the transfer tank to connect with multiple groups of lifting mechanisms.

[0026] The beneficial effects of the dual-chamber sample storage system of the utility model are as follows: the utility model performs frozen storage in the storage cabin, and a temporary storage component is arranged in the operation cabin, through which biological plate racks can be temporarily stored, and the temporary storage component can perform frozen storage and insulation on the biological plate racks, the biological plate racks can be quickly entered into the basket through the plate rack inlet and outlet auxiliary component, the transfer tank can be transported to the operation cabin by arranging a lifting mechanism, and the lifting mechanisms on multiple groups of sample storage devices can be connected in series by arranging a guide rail transfer mechanism, thereby realizing rapid transportation and storage of samples. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present utility model, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative labor. Among them:

[0028] Figure 1 This is an overall schematic diagram of a dual-compartment sample storage device.

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the interior of the operating cabin of the dual-compartment sample storage device.

[0030] Figure 3 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of the interior of the operating cabin of the dual-compartment sample storage device.

[0031] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the transfer mechanism of the double-compartment sample storage device.

[0032] Figure 5 for Figure 3 An enlarged view of the F1 portion of the dual-chamber sample storage device.

[0033] Figure 6 A side view of the storage and retrieval mechanism and the transport mechanism of a dual-compartment sample storage device.

[0034] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of F2 of the dual-chamber sample storage device.

[0035] Figure 8 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of F3 of the dual-chamber sample storage device.

[0036] Fig. 9 Schematic diagram of the temporary storage components of the dual-chamber sample storage system.

[0037] Fig.10 Schematic diagram of the plate rack entry and exit auxiliary components of the dual-chamber sample storage system.

[0038] Fig.11 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of the plate rack entry and exit auxiliary components of the dual-chamber sample storage system.

[0039] Fig.12 Schematic diagram of the lifting mechanism of the double-chamber sample storage system.

[0040] Fig.13 This is a schematic diagram of the interior of the storage compartment of the dual-compartment sample storage system.

[0041] Figure numerals: operating cabin, 1; storage cabin, 2; storage and retrieval mechanism, 11; transfer mechanism, 12; sliding support assembly, 111; lifting assembly, 112; first lifting drive mechanism, 1121; support frame, 1122; second drive mechanism, 1123; sliding lifting member, 1124; lifting slider, 11241; lifting connecting plate, 11242; hook, 11243; second drive member, 11231; connecting member, 11232; hook, 11243; mobile support assembly, 121; clamping claw assembly, 122; third drive mechanism, 123; clamping claw support rod, 1221; support rod Slider, 1222; Clamp, 1223; Temporary storage assembly, 13; Plate rack in and out auxiliary assembly, 14; Front push piece, 141; Rear push piece, 142; Front push rod driving mechanism, 1411; Front push rod, 1412; Rear push rod driving mechanism, 1421; Rear push rod, 1422; Temporary storage rack, 131; Insulation tank, 132; Copper tube, 133; Lifting mechanism, 3; Aluminum plate, 21; Moving adjustment mechanism, 4; Guide rail transfer mechanism, 5; Storage compartment hatch cover, S1; Operating compartment hatch cover, S2; Lifting basket, S3; Plate rack, S4; Storage compartment hatch cover buckle, S6; Operating compartment hatch cover buckle, S7; Transfer tank, S9; DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] In order to make the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present invention are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0043] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present invention, but the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art may make similar generalizations without violating the connotation of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0044] Secondly, the term "one embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The term "in one embodiment" that appears in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor does it refer to a separate or selective embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments.

[0045] Example 1

[0046] Reference Figures 1 to 4 This embodiment provides a dual-chamber sample storage device, which includes an operation cabin 1 and a storage cabin 2. At least two groups of storage cabins 2 are arranged below the operation cabin 1. Multiple groups of storage cabins 2 can share one operation cabin 1 to achieve sample storage and extraction.

[0047] The operating cabin 1 is provided with a storage and retrieval mechanism 11 and a transfer mechanism 12. The storage and retrieval mechanism 11 can open the storage cabin cover S1 and can lift the basket S3; the transfer mechanism 12 can open the operating cabin cover S2 and can transfer the plate rack S4.

[0048] Specifically, the operation cabin 1 and the storage cabin 2, multiple groups of storage cabins 2 are arranged below the operation cabin 1, and the operation cabin 1 can extract or store sample tubes in at least two groups of storage cabins 2;

[0049] A storage and retrieval mechanism 11 and a transfer mechanism 12 are provided in the operating cabin 1. The storage and retrieval mechanism 11 can open the storage cabin cover S1 and can lift the basket S3; the transfer mechanism 12 can open the operating cabin cover S2 and can transfer the plate rack S4; the transfer mechanism 12 can transfer the plate rack S4 to the basket S3, and the storage and retrieval mechanism 11 can store the basket S3 in the storage cabin 2.

[0050] Preferably, the storage devices currently used are each storage compartment 2 is equipped with a separate operating compartment 1. Although this is easy to operate, it has numerous structures, high manufacturing cost, high maintenance cost, and low efficiency in storing and retrieving samples. The inventor has designed an operating compartment 1 that can connect at least two storage compartments 2 by setting up an operating compartment 1, which can greatly improve production work efficiency; and the storage and retrieval mechanism 11 and the transfer mechanism 12 designed in the operating compartment 1 have multiple functions, thereby simplifying the structure, avoiding bloated and complicated structure, and improving work efficiency.

[0051] For further information, see Attachment Figure 3The storage and retrieval mechanism 11 includes a sliding support assembly 111 and a hoisting assembly 112; the sliding support assembly 111 can drive the hoisting assembly 112 to slide in the operating cabin 1, and the hoisting assembly 112 can not only drive the basket S3 to rise and fall, but also open and move the storage cabin cover S1.

[0052] Preferably, the sliding support assembly 111 includes a sliding guide rail and a sliding support frame. The sliding guide rail can drive the sliding support frame to slide in the operating cabin 1, and the sliding support frame connects and supports the lifting assembly 112.

[0053] For further information, see Attachment Figure 5 , 6 , 7, 8, the hoisting assembly 112 includes a first lifting drive mechanism 1121, a support frame 1122, a second drive mechanism 1123, and a sliding lifting member 1124. The support frame 1122 is connected to the sliding support assembly 111. The second drive mechanism 1123 is provided at the upper end of the support frame 1122. The inner side of the sliding support assembly 111 is connected to the first lifting drive mechanism 1121. The first lifting drive mechanism 1121 and the second drive mechanism 1123 can respectively drive the sliding lifting member 1124 to lift and lower. The sliding lifting member 1124 can grab the basket S3 or the storage compartment cover S1.

[0054] Preferably, the support frame 1122 is connected to the first lifting drive mechanism 1121, and the upper end of the support frame 1122 is connected to the second drive mechanism 1123; the first lifting drive mechanism 1121 can drive the sliding lifting member 1124 to lift, and the second drive mechanism 1123 can drive the sliding lifting member 1124 to lift for the second time.

[0055] Preferably, a barcode scanner is provided on one side of the support frame 1122, and the barcode scanner can scan the biological plate rack on the basket.

[0056] Preferably, a transport opening is provided on the inner side of the support frame 1122, and the transport opening is provided from the upper end to the lower end, so as to facilitate the storage of the plate rack S4 in the basket.

[0057] Furthermore, the sliding lifting member 1124 includes a lifting slider 11241, a lifting connecting plate 11242, and a hook 11243; the lifting slider 11241 is connected to the first lifting drive mechanism 1121 for up and down sliding, a guide rail is provided on the side of the lifting slider 11241, the lifting connecting plate 11242 is vertically connected to the lifting slider 11241 for sliding through the guide rail, the side of the lifting connecting plate 11242 is connected to the hook 11243, and the upper end of the hook 11243 is connected to the second drive mechanism 1123; the second drive mechanism 1123 can drive the hook 11243 and the lifting connecting plate 11242 to rise and fall along the guide rail on the side of the lifting slider 11241.

[0058] Furthermore, the second driving mechanism 1123 includes a second driving member 11231 , a connecting member 11232 , and a hook 11243 , the upper end of the hook 11243 is connected to the connecting member 11232 , and the second driving member 11231 is connected to the connecting member 11232 .

[0059] Preferably, the connecting member 11232 can be a chain or other existing technologies. The second driving member 11231 only needs to drive the hook 11243 to rise and fall through the connecting member 11232. The hook 11243 can grab and lift the basket or the storage compartment cover S1.

[0060] Preferably, the movement principle of the storage and retrieval mechanism 11 is: first, the first lifting drive mechanism 1121 can drive the lifting slider 11241 to move up and down, and at the same time drive the lifting slider 11241 and the side guide rails, the lifting connecting plate 11242, and the hook 11243 to move up and down. When it is lifted to a certain height, the first lifting drive mechanism 1121 can choose to remain stationary, and then the second driving member 11231 drives the hook 11243 to be lifted and lowered through the connecting member 11232. When the hook 11243 is lifted and lowered, it can drive the lifting connecting plate 11242 to be lifted and lowered along the guide rails on the side of the lifting slider 11241, thereby lifting and lowering the basket or the storage compartment cover S1.

[0061] It should be noted that the first lifting drive mechanism 1121 and the second drive mechanism 1123 can move simultaneously, or the second drive mechanism 1123 can drive the hook 11243 to perform a second lifting after reaching a certain height.

[0062] For further information, see Attachment Figure 3 , 4 The transfer mechanism 12 includes a mobile support assembly 121, a clamp assembly 122, and a third driving mechanism 123. The mobile support assembly 121 can support the third driving mechanism 123, and the third driving mechanism 123 can drive the clamp assembly 122 to rise and fall. The clamp assembly 122 can grab the plate frame S4 ​​and the operating cabin cover S2, and the mobile support assembly 121 can slide in the operating cabin 1.

[0063] Preferably, the movable support assembly 121 includes a guide rail drive shaft and a transfer support frame, and the guide rail drive shaft can drive the transfer support frame to move in the operating cabin 1.

[0064] Furthermore, the clamping jaw assembly 122 includes a clamping jaw support rod 1221, a support rod slider 1222, and a clamping jaw 1223; the support rod slider 1222 is connected to the upper end side of the clamping jaw support rod 1221, the clamping jaw 1223 is arranged on the lower end side of the clamping jaw support rod 1221, and the support rod slider 1222 is vertically slidably connected to the third driving mechanism 123.

[0065] Preferably, the movement principle of the transfer mechanism 12 is: the movable support component 121 can drive the clamping claw component 122 and the third driving mechanism 123 to move in the horizontal direction, and the third driving mechanism 123 can drive the support rod slider 1222 to move up and down, and the support rod slider 1222 drives the clamping claw support rod 1221 and the clamping claw 1223 to rise and fall, and the clamping claw 1223 can grab the plate rack S4 and transfer it to a specific position.

[0066] It should be noted that a shovel plate pushing mechanism can be provided on the transfer mechanism 12 as needed, and the shovel plate pushing mechanism can push the clamping claw 1223 onto the basket, and at the same time can also shovel out the plate frame on the basket and grab it by the clamping claw.

[0067] Preferably, the storage and retrieval mechanism 11 and the transfer mechanism 12 can both move horizontally and vertically within the operating cabin 1 .

[0068] Furthermore, two groups of storage chambers 2 are arranged below the operation chamber 1, and the two groups of storage chambers 2 share one group of operation chamber 1. The operation chamber 1 can extract or store the sample tubes in the two groups of storage chambers 2 respectively, and multiple groups of storage chambers 2 can be arranged as needed.

[0069] Preferably, the storage and retrieval mechanism 11 and the transfer mechanism 12 can cooperate to transfer the plate rack S4 to the basket S3, and the storage and retrieval mechanism 11 stores the basket S3 in the storage compartment 2.

[0070] In summary, the utility model can store and extract samples from at least two groups of storage cabins 2 by providing an operation cabin 1, and can store baskets and open the storage cabin cover by providing a storage and retrieval mechanism 11; the samples can be transferred and the operation cabin cover can be opened and closed by providing a transfer mechanism 12, thereby simplifying the structure and improving work efficiency; the storage and retrieval mechanism 11 and the transfer mechanism 12 can be docked to achieve sample storage.

[0071] Example 2

[0072] Reference Figures 9 to 13 , which is the second embodiment of the utility model, further provides a dual-chamber sample storage system based on the previous embodiment;

[0073] Reference Fig. 9 , including a temporary storage component 13, which is arranged in the operation cabin 1. The temporary storage component 13 can temporarily support the plate rack S4 and keep the samples on the plate rack S4 warm.

[0074] Furthermore, the temporary storage component 13 includes a temporary storage rack 131, an insulation tank 132, and a copper tube 133. The temporary storage rack 131 is arranged above the storage compartment 2, and the insulation tank 132 is arranged below the temporary storage rack 131. The copper tube 133 is connected to the insulation tank 132. At least one group of plate racks S4 can be placed on the temporary storage rack 131, and the copper tube 133 can input liquid nitrogen into the insulation tank 132.

[0075] Preferably, the transport mechanism 12 can grab the biological plate rack or biological sample in the transport tank S9 and temporarily place it on the temporary storage rack 131 , and the liquid nitrogen placed in the insulation tank 132 can keep the sample warm.

[0076] Further, referring to 10 and 11 , the storage and retrieval mechanism 11 is provided with a plate rack in-and-out auxiliary component 14 , which can assist the plate rack S4 in entering or pushing out of the basket S3 .

[0077] Preferably, the transfer mechanism 12 can push the plate rack on the temporary storage rack 131 into the basket through the plate rack in-and-out auxiliary component 14 without setting up a shovel plate pushing mechanism, or push the plate rack S4 in the basket S3 onto the temporary storage rack 131 through the auxiliary component 14.

[0078] Furthermore, the plate rack in and out auxiliary component 14 includes a front push member 141, a rear push member 142, and a temporary storage component 13. The front push member 141 and the rear push member 142 are arranged at the lower end of the side of the storage and retrieval mechanism 11. The front push member 141 can push the plate rack S4 on the temporary storage component 13 into the basket S3, and the rear push member 142 can push the plate rack in the basket S3 onto the temporary storage component 13.

[0079] Preferably, the front push member 141 and the rear push member 142 are arranged on the side surface of the support frame 1122 near the lower end. The front push member 141 can push the plate rack S4 on the temporary storage component 13 into the basket S3 and cooperate with the rear push member 142 to adjust the position. The rear push member 142 can be used to push the plate rack in the basket S3 onto the temporary storage component 13.

[0080] Furthermore, the front push member 141 includes a front push rod driving mechanism 1411 and a front push rod 1412, and the front push rod driving mechanism 1411 can drive the front push rod 1412 to move back and forth horizontally; the rear push member 142 includes a rear push rod driving mechanism 1421 and a rear push rod 1422, and the rear push rod driving mechanism 1421 can drive the rear push rod 1422 to move back and forth horizontally.

[0081] Preferably, the front push rod driving mechanism 1411 and the rear push rod driving mechanism 1421 can be composed of a driving motor, gears and a screw rod, or can adopt the solution in the prior art, as long as it can push the front push rod 1412 and the rear push rod 1422 to move forward and backward.

[0082] Further, see Fig. 9 The storage compartment hatch cover S1 and the operating compartment hatch cover S2 are respectively provided with a storage compartment hatch cover buckle S6 and an operating compartment hatch cover buckle S7; the provision of the buckle can facilitate the storage and retrieval mechanism 11 and the transfer mechanism 12 to grab.

[0083] Further, see Fig.12 A lifting mechanism 3 is also provided below the operating cabin 1 , and the lifting mechanism 3 can lift the transfer tank S9 and dock it with the operating cabin 1 .

[0084] Preferably, the lifting mechanism 3 can lift the transfer tank S9 so that the transfer tank S9 enters the operation cabin 1, and then the biological samples and plate racks are grabbed or stored through the transfer mechanism 12.

[0085] Further, see Fig.13 An aluminum plate 21 is provided in the storage compartment 2, and a storage hole is opened on the aluminum plate 21. The basket S3 can be placed in the storage hole, and the aluminum plate 21 can rotate around its own axis.

[0086] Preferably, the aluminum plate 21 is provided with an upper aluminum plate and a lower aluminum plate, which can support the basket to prevent the aluminum plate 21 from shaking when it rotates. The aluminum plate 21 can be driven to rotate by a motor and a central shaft.

[0087] Furthermore, a movable adjustment mechanism 4 is provided below the storage compartment 2 , and the movable adjustment mechanism 4 can move the storage compartment 2 .

[0088] Furthermore, it also includes a guide rail transfer mechanism 5 and a lifting mechanism 3. The guide rail transfer mechanism 5 can transport the transfer tank S9 and connect it with multiple groups of lifting mechanisms 3.

[0089] Preferably, the guide rail transfer mechanism 5 is disposed between two groups of storage compartments 2 and below the operating compartment 1, so as to transport transfer tanks S9 for multiple groups of lifting mechanisms 3, thereby improving the transfer efficiency.

[0090] In summary, the utility model lifts the transfer tank S9 through the lifting mechanism 3 to dock with the operating cabin 1, and at the same time the transfer mechanism 12 opens the operating cabin cover S2, so that the transfer tank S9 enters the operating cabin 1, and the tank cover of the transfer tank is opened by the transfer mechanism 12, the transfer mechanism 12 grabs the internal plate rack S4 and temporarily places it on the temporary storage component 13, and after the storage cabin cover S1 is opened by the storage and access mechanism 11, the basket in the storage cabin 2 is lifted into the operating cabin 1, and the plate rack in and out auxiliary component 14 can be used to place the plate rack S4 on the temporary storage component 13 into the slot above the basket, and the storage and access mechanism 11 drives the basket S3 to rise and fall, and the plate rack S4 can continue to be placed in the slot on the basket S3. After completion, the storage and access mechanism 11 places the basket S3 on the aluminum plate 21 in the storage cabin 2, and closes the storage cabin cover S1. The principle of extracting the sample tube is as above.

[0091] Importantly, it should be noted that the construction and arrangement of the present application shown in a plurality of different exemplary embodiments are only exemplary. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, it should be readily understood by those who refer to this disclosure that many modifications are possible (e.g., the size, scale, structure, shape and ratio of various elements, and parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), installation arrangements, use of materials, color, directional changes, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in the application. For example, the element shown as integrally formed can be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of the element can be inverted or otherwise changed, and the nature or number or position of the discrete element can be changed or changed. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included in the scope of the present utility model. The order or sequence of any process or method steps can be changed or reordered according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure of performing the function described herein, and is not only structurally equivalent but also equivalent structure. Without departing from the scope of the present invention, other substitutions, modifications, changes and omissions may be made in the design, operating conditions and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to a specific embodiment, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0092] Additionally, in order to provide a concise description of example embodiments, all features of an actual embodiment (ie, those features that are not relevant to the best mode presently contemplated for carrying out the invention or those that are not relevant to implementing the invention) may not be described.

[0093] It will be appreciated that in the development of any actual implementation, as in any engineering or design project, numerous implementation-specific decisions may be made. Such a development effort may be complex and time-consuming, but will be a routine task of design, fabrication, and production for those of ordinary skill having the benefit of this disclosure without undue experimentation.

[0094] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of the utility model rather than to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, ordinary technicians in the field should understand that the technical solution of the utility model can be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of the utility model, which should be included in the scope of the claims of the utility model.

Claims

1. A dual-chamber sample storage device, characterized in that: It comprises an operation cabin (1) and a storage cabin (2), wherein a plurality of storage cabins (2) are arranged below the operation cabin (1), and the operation cabin (1) can extract or store sample tubes in at least two storage cabins (2); The operating cabin (1) is provided with a storage and retrieval mechanism (11) and a transfer mechanism (12); the storage and retrieval mechanism (11) can open the storage cabin cover (S1) and can lift the basket (S3); the transfer mechanism (12) can open the operating cabin cover (S2) and can transfer the plate rack (S4); the transfer mechanism (12) can transfer the plate rack (S4) to the basket (S3), and the storage and retrieval mechanism (11) can store the basket (S3) in the storage cabin (2).

2. The dual-chamber sample storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage and retrieval mechanism (11) comprises a sliding support assembly (111) and a hoisting assembly (112); the sliding support assembly (111) can drive the hoisting assembly (112) to slide in the operating cabin (1); the hoisting assembly (112) can drive the basket (S3) to be raised and lowered, and can also open and move the storage cabin cover (S1).

3. The dual-chamber sample storage device according to claim 2, wherein: The hoisting assembly (112) comprises a first lifting drive mechanism (1121), a support frame (1122), a second drive mechanism (1123), and a sliding lifting member (1124); the support frame (1122) is connected to the sliding support assembly (111); the upper end of the support frame (1122) is provided with a second drive mechanism (1123); the inner side of the sliding support assembly (111) is connected to the first lifting drive mechanism (1121); the first lifting drive mechanism (1121) and the second drive mechanism (1123) can respectively drive the sliding lifting member (1124) to lift and lower; and the sliding lifting member (1124) can grab the basket (S3) or the storage compartment cover (S1).

4. The dual-chamber sample storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The sliding lifting member (1124) comprises a lifting slider (11241), a lifting connecting plate (11242), and a hook (11243); the lifting slider (11241) is connected to the first lifting drive mechanism (1121) in an up-and-down sliding manner; a guide rail is arranged on the side of the lifting slider (11241); the lifting connecting plate (11242) is connected to the lifting slider (11241) in a vertical sliding manner via the guide rail; the side of the lifting connecting plate (11242) is connected to the hook (11243); the upper end of the hook (11243) is connected to the second drive mechanism (1123); the second drive mechanism (1123) can drive the hook (11243) and the lifting connecting plate (11242) to be lifted and lowered along the guide rail on the side of the lifting slider (11241).

5. The dual-chamber sample storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second driving mechanism (1123) comprises a second driving member (11231), a connecting member (11232), and a hook (11243), wherein the upper end of the hook (11243) is connected to the connecting member (11232), and the second driving member (11231) is connected to the connecting member (11232).

6. The dual-chamber sample storage device according to claim 1, wherein: The transfer mechanism (12) comprises a movable support assembly (121), a clamping assembly (122), and a third driving mechanism (123); the movable support assembly (121) can support the third driving mechanism (123); the third driving mechanism (123) can drive the clamping assembly (122) to rise and fall; the clamping assembly (122) can grasp the plate rack (S4) and the operating cabin cover (S2); and the movable support assembly (121) can slide in the operating cabin (1).

7. The dual-chamber sample storage device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The clamping jaw assembly (122) comprises a clamping jaw support rod (1221), a support rod slider (1222), and a clamping jaw (1223); the support rod slider (1222) is connected to the upper end side of the clamping jaw support rod (1221), the clamping jaw (1223) is arranged on the lower end side of the clamping jaw support rod (1221), and the support rod slider (1222) is vertically slidably connected to the third driving mechanism (123).

8. The dual-chamber sample storage device according to claim 1, wherein: Two groups of storage chambers (2) are arranged below the operation chamber (1), and the two groups of storage chambers (2) share one group of operation chamber (1). The operation chamber (1) can extract or store sample tubes in the two groups of storage chambers (2) respectively.

9. A dual-chamber sample storage system, characterized in that: It comprises a dual-chamber sample storage device as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, and comprises a temporary storage component (13), wherein the temporary storage component (13) is arranged in an operation cabin (1), and the temporary storage component (13) can temporarily support a plate rack (S4) and can keep samples on the plate rack (S4) warm.

10. The dual-chamber sample storage system according to claim 9, characterized in that: The storage and retrieval mechanism (11) is provided with a plate rack in-and-out auxiliary component (14), and the plate rack in-and-out auxiliary component (14) can assist the plate rack (S4) to enter or be pushed out of the basket (S3).

11. The dual-chamber sample storage system according to claim 10, characterized in that: The plate rack in-and-out auxiliary component (14) includes a front push member (141), a rear push member (142), and a temporary storage component (13). The front push member (141) and the rear push member (142) are arranged at the lower end of the side of the storage and retrieval mechanism (11). The front push member (141) can push the plate rack (S4) on the temporary storage component (13) into the basket (S3), and the rear push member (142) can push the plate rack in the basket (S3) onto the temporary storage component (13).

12. The dual-chamber sample storage system according to claim 11, characterized in that: The front push member (141) includes a front push rod driving mechanism (1411) and a front push rod (1412), and the front push rod driving mechanism (1411) can drive the front push rod (1412) to move back and forth horizontally; the rear push member (142) includes a rear push rod driving mechanism (1421) and a rear push rod (1422), and the rear push rod driving mechanism (1421) can drive the rear push rod (1422) to move back and forth horizontally.

13. The dual-chamber sample storage system according to claim 9, wherein: The temporary storage component (13) comprises a temporary storage rack (131), a heat preservation tank (132), and a copper pipe (133); the temporary storage rack (131) is arranged above the storage cabin (2); the heat preservation tank (132) is arranged below the temporary storage rack (131); the copper pipe (133) is connected to the heat preservation tank (132); at least one set of plate racks (S4) can be placed on the temporary storage rack (131); and the copper pipe (133) can input liquid nitrogen into the heat preservation tank (132).

14. The dual-chamber sample storage system according to claim 9, wherein: The storage compartment hatch cover (S1) and the operating compartment hatch cover (S2) are respectively provided with a storage compartment hatch cover buckle (S6) and an operating compartment hatch cover buckle (S7).

15. The dual-chamber sample storage system according to claim 9, wherein: A lifting mechanism (3) is also provided below the operating cabin (1), and the lifting mechanism (3) can lift the transfer tank (S9) and dock it with the operating cabin (1).

16. The dual-chamber sample storage system according to claim 9, wherein: An aluminum plate (21) is arranged in the storage compartment (2), and a storage hole is opened on the aluminum plate (21). The basket (S3) can be placed in the storage hole, and the aluminum plate (21) can rotate around its own axis.

17. The dual-chamber sample storage system according to claim 9, characterized in that: A moving adjustment mechanism (4) is provided below the storage compartment (2), and the moving adjustment mechanism (4) can enable the storage compartment (2) to move.

18. The dual-chamber sample storage system according to claim 9, wherein: It also includes a guide rail transfer mechanism (5) and a lifting mechanism (3), wherein the guide rail transfer mechanism (5) can transport the transfer tank (S9) and connect it with multiple groups of lifting mechanisms (3).

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