Sample transfer container

By designing the multi-sample storage tooling and lifting parts in the container assembly, the existing low-temperature sample transport container is not portable and single-sample transport, achieving flexible and convenient multi-sample transport and insulation effects.

CN223132860UActive Publication Date: 2025-07-22SHANGHAI ORIGINCELL BIOLOGICAL CRYO EQUIP CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421802103.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-29
Publication Date
2025-07-22
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-29

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing low-temperature sample transport containers have complex structures, large sizes, and are not portable. They can only transport one type of biological samples, which cannot meet the flexible medical and scientific research transport needs.

Method used

A sample transport container is designed, including container components, sample storage tool parts and lifting parts. Different types of sample storage tool parts can be stored in the container components, and convenient handling is achieved through lifting parts. The tank body is set up as a double-layer insulation, and a through hole is installed on the tank lid for liquid nitrogen to flow. The side code is engraved on the side of the tank body for scanning the code to identify.

Benefits of technology

It realizes portable multi-sample transportation, can adapt to different types of sample storage needs, has good insulation effect, robots can easily open the tank lid, and liquid nitrogen is convenient to transmit, and scan the code to identify without fixed orientation.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a sample transfer container which comprises a container assembly, a sample storage tool piece and a lifting piece. Different sample storage tool pieces can be stored in the container assembly, a lifting piece is arranged on the container assembly, the sample storage tool pieces can support and store different types of samples, and the lifting piece can be manually or mechanically carried. The sample storage device has the advantages that different sample storage tool pieces are arranged in the container assembly, different kinds of samples can be stored, the container assembly can be grabbed and moved by an external gripper or manual work through the lifting piece, heat preservation can be better conducted on the samples in the container assembly by arranging the tank body into two layers, and the sample storage device is convenient to use. By arranging the groove, an external mechanical arm can conveniently clamp the container assembly and open the tank cover, by arranging the through hole, liquid nitrogen can be conveyed into the container assembly, a side code is engraved on the side wall of the tank body, an external rotary code scanning mechanism is matched for code scanning, and the orientation of the identification code does not need to be fixed.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of sample storage, in particular to a sample transfer container. Background Art

[0002] Due to the difference between the experimental area and the use area of low-temperature samples, they often need to be transferred. Also, since low-temperature samples can maintain their due activity in a low-temperature environment and do not affect subsequent use, the sample transfer container is a liquid nitrogen container used to store precious biological samples such as organs, reproductive samples, blood, and cells to meet the transfer requirements of medical treatment and scientific research. The existing sample transfer containers have complex structures and large volumes, are not convenient to carry, and generally each sample transfer container can only transfer one type of biological sample. Therefore, a more portable and flexible sample transfer container is needed. Summary of the Utility Model

[0003] The purpose of this part is to outline some aspects of the embodiments of the utility model and briefly introduce some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this part, as well as in the abstract and the title of the specification of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of this part, the abstract, and the title of the utility model. However, such simplifications or omissions shall not be used to limit the scope of the utility model.

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

[0005] Therefore, the purpose of the present utility model is to provide a sample transfer container, which can store different types of samples by setting different sample storage tooling parts in the container assembly. An external gripper or manual labor can grab and move the container assembly through a lifting part. By setting the tank body into a double layer, the samples in the container assembly can be better insulated. By setting a groove, it is convenient for an external manipulator to clamp and open the tank cover of the container assembly. By setting through holes, liquid nitrogen can be transported into the interior of the container assembly.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the present utility model provides the following technical solution: A sample transfer container, which includes a container assembly, a sample storage tooling part, and a lifting part; different sample storage tooling parts can be arranged inside the container assembly, a lifting part is arranged on the container assembly, the sample storage tooling part can support and store different types or multiple samples, and the lifting part can be used for manual or machine handling or grasping.

[0007] As a preferred scheme of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: the container assembly includes a tank body and a tank cover; the tank cover is covered above the tank body; at least one group of through holes is opened on the side of the tank cover.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: the sample storage tooling part (2) includes a sample storage rack (21), and the sample storage rack (21) is arranged at the upper part inside the tank body (11) and can store various samples.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: the sample storage tooling part is disc-shaped and is provided with a plurality of placement holes.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: the sample storage tooling part is disc-shaped, and a plurality of placement grooves are recessed on the upper end surface, and the placement grooves are circular or rectangular or square.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: it further includes a sleeve frame, and the sleeve frame can be sleeved on the upper part of the tank body (11).

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: at least one group of through holes are opened on the side of the tank cover, and the through holes can allow liquid nitrogen to pass through or flow.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: the tank cover is a sealing mechanism.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: grooves are opened on the sides of both the tank body and the tank cover.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: the tank body includes an outer shell body and an inner shell body; the inner shell body is arranged inside the outer shell body, and a hollow cavity is arranged between the outer shell body and the inner shell body.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: the hollow cavity is vacuum or filled with low-temperature liquid nitrogen.

[0017] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: side codes are arranged at the side end of the tank body.

[0018] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: the sample storage tooling part includes a sample storage rack, and multiple groups of samples can be stored on the sample storage rack.

[0019] As a preferred embodiment of the sample transfer container of the present utility model, wherein: the lifting part includes a handle, and the handle is arranged on the upper end surface of the tank cover; and the cross-section of the handle (31) is in a "T" shape.

[0020] Advantages of the present utility model: By arranging different sample storage tooling parts in the container assembly, the present utility model can store different types of samples. An external gripper or manual operation can grab and move the container assembly through a lifting part. By setting the tank body to be double-layered, the samples in the container assembly can be better insulated. By arranging a groove, it is convenient for an external manipulator to clamp and open the tank cover of the container assembly. By arranging through holes, liquid nitrogen can be transported into the interior of the container assembly. Side codes are engraved on the side wall of the tank body and are scanned in cooperation with an external rotary code scanning mechanism, without the need to fix the orientation of the identification code. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present utility model, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for description in the embodiments. Obviously, the following-described drawings are only some embodiments of the present utility model. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings. Among them:

[0022] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the sample transfer container without through holes.

[0023] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the sample transfer container with through holes opened.

[0024] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the sample transfer container with a groove opened.

[0025] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the sample transfer container in which the sample storage tooling part is a cryopreservation bag storage rack.

[0026] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the sample transfer container in which the sample storage tooling part is a straw storage rack.

[0027] Figure 6 For Figure 5 The front view of the sample transfer container.

[0028] Figure 7 For Figure 6 The cross-sectional view taken along line A-A of the sample transfer container in

[0029] Figure 8 It is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the sample transfer container in which the sample storage tooling part is a straw sleeve rack.

[0030] Figure 9 It is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the sample transfer container in which the sample storage tooling part is a cell culture plate.

[0031] Figure 10 It is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the sample transfer container in which the sample storage tooling part is a cell culture plate.

[0032] Figure 11 The figure is a schematic diagram of an embodiment where the sample storage tooling part of the sample transfer container is a blood bag rack.

[0033] Figure 12 The figure is a schematic diagram of an embodiment where the sample storage tooling part of the sample transfer container is a carrier rod rack.

[0034] Figure 13 The figure is a schematic diagram of an embodiment where the sample storage tooling part of the sample transfer container is a cryotube plate rack.

[0035] Reference numerals: container assembly, 1; sample storage tooling part, 2; lifting part, 3; tank body, 11; tank lid, 12; through hole, 13; groove, 14; outer shell, 111; inner shell, 112; hollow cavity, 113; sample storage rack, 21; handle, 31; Detailed implementation manners

[0036] To make the above objects, features, and advantages of the present utility model more obvious and understandable, the following will describe the detailed implementation manners of the present utility model in conjunction with the drawings of the specification.

[0037] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to fully understand the present utility model. However, the present utility model can also be implemented in other ways different from this description. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the connotation of the present utility model. Therefore, the present utility model is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0038] Secondly, the so-called "one embodiment" or "embodiment" herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that can be included in at least one implementation manner of the present utility model. The "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it an embodiment that is separate or selectively exclusive of other embodiments.

[0039] Embodiment 1

[0040] Refer to Figures 1 to 3 , which is the first embodiment of the present utility model. This embodiment provides a sample transfer container, which includes a container assembly 1, a sample storage tooling part 2, and a lifting part 3; different sample storage tooling parts 2 can be stored through the container assembly 1, different types of sample storage tooling parts 2 can store different samples, and the lifting part 3 can be grabbed and lifted during transportation.

[0041] Specifically, it includes a container component 1, a sample storage tooling component 2, and a lifting component 3. Different sample storage tooling components 2 can be stored inside the container component 1. A lifting component 3 is provided on the container component 1. The sample storage tooling component 2 can support and store different types of samples, and the lifting component 3 can be carried by manual or machine handling.

[0042] Preferably, the sample storage tooling component 2 can be a cryogenic tube rack, a straw rack, a carrier rod rack, a blood bag rack, etc.

[0043] Preferably, the sample storage tooling component 2 can store and support cryogenic tubes, straws, blood bags, cells, etc.

[0044] In summary, through the container component 1 of the present utility model, different sample storage tooling components 2 can be stored. Different types of sample storage tooling components 2 can store different samples. When it is necessary to transfer the container component 1, the container component 1 can be grasped and carried by manual or machine through the lifting component 3.

[0045] Embodiment 2

[0046] Refer to Figures 1 to 13 , which is the second embodiment of the present utility model. On the basis of the previous embodiment, the sample transfer container includes a container component 1, a sample storage tooling component 2, and a lifting component 3. Different sample storage tooling components 2 can be stored through the container component 1. Different types of sample storage tooling components 2 can store different samples. By setting the lifting component 3, it can be grasped and lifted during transfer.

[0047] Specifically, it includes a container component 1, a sample storage tooling component 2, and a lifting component 3. Different sample storage tooling components 2 can be stored inside the container component 1. A lifting component 3 is provided on the container component 1. The sample storage tooling component 2 can support and store different types of samples, and the lifting component 3 can be carried by manual or machine handling.

[0048] Preferably, the sample storage tooling component 2 can be a cryogenic tube rack, a straw rack, a carrier rod rack, a blood bag rack, etc.

[0049] Preferably, the sample storage tooling component 2 can store and support cryogenic tubes, straws, blood bags, cells, etc.

[0050] Further, the container component 1 includes a tank body 11 and a tank cover 12. The tank cover 12 is arranged above the tank body 11, and the tank cover 12 can keep the inside of the tank body 11 warm.

[0051] Further, refer to the appendix Figure 2, at least one set of through holes 13 are provided on the side of the can lid 12, and the through holes 13 allow liquid nitrogen to pass through or flow. The through holes allow liquid nitrogen to flow and enter the barrel. After the sample transfer container holds biological samples, the whole can be placed in a sample storage container and immersed in liquid nitrogen, so that different types of biological samples such as frozen storage bags and frozen storage tubes can be stored by the same device.

[0052] Preferably, refer to the appendix Figure 1 , the can lid 12 is a sealing mechanism and does not have through holes 13.

[0053] Preferably, through holes 13 can be provided on the can lid 12, or through holes 13 may not be provided.

[0054] Preferably, it can be selected whether to provide through holes 13 according to the application scenario; providing through holes 13 allows liquid nitrogen to flow and enter the tank body 11. After the container holds biological samples, the whole can be placed in a sample storage container and immersed in liquid nitrogen, so that different types of biological samples such as frozen storage bags and frozen storage tubes can be stored by the same device.

[0055] Furthermore, refer to the appendix Figure 3 , grooves 14 are provided on the sides of the tank body 11 and the can lid 12.

[0056] Preferably, by providing the grooves 14, it is convenient for an external manipulator to clamp the grooves 14, thereby opening the can lid 12 on the tank body 11.

[0057] Furthermore, refer to the appendix Figure 7 , the tank body 11 includes an outer shell 111 and an inner shell 112; the inner shell 112 is arranged inside the outer shell 111, and a hollow cavity 113 is arranged between the outer shell 111 and the inner shell 112.

[0058] Preferably, the hollow cavity 113 can keep the internal liquid nitrogen and samples warm.

[0059] Furthermore, the hollow cavity 113 is vacuum or filled with cryogenic liquid, which can keep the inside warm and avoid excessive interference of the external temperature on the internal temperature.

[0060] Furthermore, a side code is provided at the side end of the tank body 11.

[0061] Preferably, the side code is engraved on the side wall of the tank body 11 and is scanned in cooperation with an external rotary scanning mechanism, without the need to fix the orientation of the identification code.

[0062] Furthermore, refer to the appendix Figure 6 , the lifting member 3 includes a handle 31, and the handle 31 is arranged on the upper end surface of the can lid 12.

[0063] Preferably, an external gripper or a human can grab and move the container assembly 1 through the lifting member 3

[0064] Further, the sample storage tooling part 2 includes a sample storage rack 21, and the sample storage rack (21) is erected on the upper part inside the tank body (11). Multiple groups or types of samples can be stored on the sample storage rack 21.

[0065] Further, the sample storage tooling part is disc-shaped and is provided with a plurality of placement holes.

[0066] Further, the sample storage tooling part is disc-shaped, and a plurality of placement grooves are recessed on the upper end surface. The placement grooves are circular, rectangular or square.

[0067] A further disclosed implementation manner in this embodiment: the first Figure 4 The shown sample storage tooling part 2 is a cryopreservation bag storage rack, which can support and store cryopreservation bags.

[0068] A further disclosed implementation manner in this embodiment: the second Figure 5 The shown sample storage tooling part 2 is a straw storage rack, which can support and store straws.

[0069] A further disclosed implementation manner in this embodiment: Figure 9 、 Figure 10 What is shown is the sample storage tooling part 2, which is a cell culture plate and can support and store cells.

[0070] A further disclosed implementation manner in this embodiment: Figure 11 What is shown is the sample storage tooling part 2, which is a blood bag rack and can support and store blood bags.

[0071] Further, it further includes a sleeve rack, and the sleeve rack can be sleeved on the upper part of the tank body (11).

[0072] A further disclosed implementation manner in this embodiment: Figure 8 The shown sample storage tooling part 2 is specifically a straw sleeve rack, which can support and store straw sleeves.

[0073] A further disclosed implementation manner in this embodiment: Figure 12 The attached drawing in... is the sample storage tooling part 2, which is a carrier rod rack and can support and store carrier rods.

[0074] A further disclosed implementation manner in this embodiment: Figure 13 The attached drawing in... is the sample storage tooling part 2, which is a cryotube plate rack and can support and store cryotubes.

[0075] Preferably, when the container assembly 1 transports samples, only the sample storage tooling part 2 inside needs to be replaced, and it can adapt to different types of samples, so there is no need to replace the container assembly 1.

[0076] Preferably, the container component 1 can be designed into a circular shape, a square shape, or any other required shape according to requirements; the sample storage tooling part 2 can be adapted accordingly according to the shape of the container component 1.

[0077] In summary, in the present utility model, by arranging different sample storage tooling parts 2 in the container component 1, different types of samples can be stored. An external gripper or manual labor can grab and move the container component 1 through the lifting part 3. By setting the tank body 11 to be double-layered, the samples in the container component 1 can be better insulated. By setting the groove 14, it is convenient for an external manipulator to clamp and open the tank cover 12 of the container component 1. By setting the through hole 13, liquid nitrogen can be conveyed into the container component 1. The side code is engraved on the side wall of the tank body 11, and is scanned in cooperation with an external rotary code scanning mechanism, without the need to fix the orientation of the identification code.

[0078] Importantly, it should be noted that the construction and arrangement of the present application shown in multiple different exemplary embodiments are only illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who refer to this disclosure should easily understand that many modifications are possible on the premise of substantially not deviating from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application (for example, the dimensions, scales, structures, shapes, and proportions of various components, as well as parameter values (such as temperature, pressure, etc.), installation arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation changes, etc.). For example, an 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, number, or position of discrete elements can be changed or altered. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within 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 "means-plus-function" clause is intended to cover the structure that performs the recited function herein, and not only structural equivalents but also equivalent structures. Other substitutions, modifications, changes, and omissions can be made in the design, operating conditions, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of the present utility model. Therefore, the present utility model is not limited to a specific embodiment, but extends to a variety of modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0079] In addition, in order to provide a concise description of the exemplary embodiments, not all features of the actual embodiments may be described (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the currently considered best mode of implementing the present utility model, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the present utility model).

[0080] It should be understood that in the development of any actual implementation, in any engineering or design project, a large number of specific implementation decisions can be made. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those of ordinary skill in the art who benefit from this disclosure, without undue experimentation, such development efforts will be routine work in design, manufacturing, and production.

[0081] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and not to limit them. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that the technical solutions of the present invention can be modified or equivalently replaced without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and they should all be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sample transfer container, characterized in that: It includes a container component (1), a sample storage tooling part (2), and a lifting part (3); a sample storage tooling part (2) can be arranged inside the container component (1), a lifting part (3) is arranged on the container component (1), the sample storage tooling part (2) can support and store various samples, and the lifting part (3) can be grabbed by a human or a machine.

2. The sample transfer container according to claim 1, wherein: The container component (1) includes a tank body (11) and a tank cover (12); the tank cover (12) is covered above the tank body (11); at least one set of through holes (13) is opened on the side of the tank cover (12).

3. The sample transfer container according to claim 2, wherein: The sample storage tooling part (2) includes a sample storage rack (21), and the sample storage rack (21) is erected at the upper part inside the tank body (11) and can store various samples.

4. The sample transfer container according to claim 3, wherein: The sample storage tooling part is disc-shaped and is provided with a plurality of placement holes.

5. The sample transfer container according to claim 3, wherein: The sample storage tooling part is disc-shaped, and a plurality of placement grooves are recessed on the upper end surface, and the placement grooves are circular or rectangular or square.

6. The sample transfer container according to claim 3, wherein: It further includes a sleeve rack, and the sleeve rack can be sleeved on the upper part of the tank body (11).

7. The sample transfer container according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that: Grooves (14) are opened on the sides of the tank body (11) and the tank cover (12).

8. The sample transfer container according to claim 2, characterized in that: The tank body (11) includes an outer shell (111) and an inner shell (112); the inner shell (112) is arranged inside the outer shell (111), and a hollow cavity (113) is arranged between the outer shell (111) and the inner shell (112).

9. The sample transfer container according to claim 8, characterized in that: The hollow cavity (113) is vacuum or filled with low-temperature liquid nitrogen.

10. The sample transfer container according to claim 5, wherein: A side code is arranged at the side end of the tank body (11); the lifting part (3) includes a handle (31), the handle (31) is arranged on the upper end surface of the tank cover (12), and the cross section of the handle (31) is in a "T" shape.