Sample separation system

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of sample detection, and provides a sample separation system which comprises a tray, a sample seat, a conveying assembly, a transferring assembly and a posture adjusting assembly, the conveying assembly is configured to convey a sample tank to the posture adjusting assembly, the sample seat is provided with a plurality of fixing positions for storing the sample tank, and the posture adjusting assembly is configured to adjust the posture of the sample tank so that the sample tank can be vertically placed at the fixing positions; and the transfer assembly is configured to move the sample bottles in the sample tanks to the corresponding trays. The sample tanks are conveyed from a workshop to a laboratory through the conveying assembly, after the sample tanks reach the laboratory, the posture of the sample tanks can be adjusted through the posture adjusting assembly, the sample tanks are vertically placed at the fixing positions, finally, the sample bottles in the sample tanks are classified through the transferring assembly, and the sample bottles are placed on different trays, so that follow-up detection operation is facilitated, and the detection efficiency is improved. The time and labor cost of manual operation can be reduced, and manual operation errors are reduced, so that the overall working efficiency of a laboratory is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of sample detection, in particular to a sample separation system. Background Art

[0002] The traditional manual sample acceptance process has numerous shortcomings. Samples must be received individually and manually assigned to their respective positions, a process that is not only time-consuming and labor-intensive, but also prone to errors. After sample assignment, staff must bring the samples to designated positions, enter their numbers and information, manually confirm receipt, review the corresponding test items, and then manually register this information on the samples. This traditional manual operation method no longer meets modern demands for efficiency, accuracy, and automation, and urgently needs improvement and optimization. Utility Model Content

[0003] The utility model provides a sample separation system, which is used to solve the problem of low efficiency of the traditional manual sample separation method in the prior art.

[0004] The utility model provides a sample separation system, comprising: a tray, a sample holder, a conveying component, a transfer component and a posture adjustment component;

[0005] The conveying assembly is configured to convey the sample can to the posture adjustment assembly. The sample holder is provided with a plurality of fixed positions for storing the sample can. The posture adjustment assembly is configured to adjust the posture of the sample can so that the sample can is placed vertically in the fixed position. The transfer assembly is configured to move the sample bottle in the sample can to the corresponding tray.

[0006] According to a sample sorting system provided by the utility model, the conveying component includes a temporary storage box, a conveying line and a pneumatic conveying pipeline. One end of the pneumatic conveying pipeline is suitable for connection to a workshop, and the other end of the pneumatic conveying pipeline is connected to the temporary storage box. An openable and closable outlet is provided at the bottom of the temporary storage box. The outlet is located above the conveying line and corresponds to the conveying line.

[0007] According to a sample separation system provided by the present invention, the temporary storage box is provided with a guide seat around the outlet, the guide seat forms a guide space and an opening communicating with the guide space, and the opening is communicated with the outlet through the guide space.

[0008] According to a sample separation system provided by the present invention, the cross-sectional area of ​​the guide space gradually decreases in the direction toward the opening.

[0009] According to a sample sorting system provided by the present invention, the conveyor line includes a conveyor belt and a correction mechanism, and the correction mechanism is configured to correct the posture of the sample cans on the conveyor belt so that the length direction of the sample cans is the same as the moving direction of the conveyor belt.

[0010] According to a sample separation system provided by the utility model, the posture adjustment component includes a conveying pipe and a flipping mechanism, the conveying pipe is arranged at an angle, the moving direction of the sample tank at the end of the conveying pipe is the same as the length direction of the sample tank, and the sample tank can be placed vertically in the fixed position under the adjustment of the flipping mechanism.

[0011] According to a sample separation system provided by the utility model, the flipping mechanism includes a support, a support plate and a driving member. The connection between the support plate and the support is a fulcrum. The driving member is connected to the support plate. Under the drive of the driving member, the support plate can switch from a horizontal state to an inclined state.

[0012] According to a sample separation system provided by the present invention, the transfer component includes a cover opening mechanism and a robotic arm, the cover opening mechanism is configured to open or close the cover of the sample jar, and the robotic arm is provided with a code scanning mechanism, and the robotic arm is configured to move the sample bottle in the sample jar to the corresponding tray according to the scanned code information of the code scanning mechanism.

[0013] According to a sample separation system provided by the utility model, the top and the bottom of the sample tank are both hemispherical.

[0014] According to a sample separation system provided by the present invention, it also includes a transport component, and the transport component is configured to move the sample bottles on the tray to the detection station.

[0015] The sample sorting system provided by the present invention transports the sample cans from the workshop to the laboratory through the conveying assembly. After the sample cans arrive at the laboratory, the posture adjustment assembly can adjust the posture of the sample cans and place the sample cans vertically in a fixed position. Finally, the transfer assembly classifies the sample bottles in the sample cans and places them on different trays to facilitate subsequent detection operations. This can reduce the time and labor costs of manual operations and reduce manual operation errors, thereby greatly improving the overall work efficiency of the laboratory. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the present invention or the prior art, a brief introduction will be given below to the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0017] Figure 1 It is a structural diagram of the sample separation system provided by the utility model.

[0018] Figure 2 This is one of the structural diagrams of the turnover mechanism provided by the utility model.

[0019] Figure 3 This is the second structural diagram of the turnover mechanism provided by the utility model.

[0020] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the support plate provided by the utility model.

[0021] Reference numerals:

[0022] 1. Pneumatic conveying pipeline; 2. Temporary storage box; 3. Sample tank; 4. Conveyor belt; 5. Conveying pipeline; 6. Turning mechanism; 61. Support plate; 611. Baffle; 62. Support; 63. Driving part; 7. Sample holder; 8. Display screen; 9. Support holder. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the present invention more clear, the following will be combined with the accompanying drawings to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only some of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0024] like Figure 1 As shown, the sample separation system of the present invention includes: a tray, a sample holder 7, a conveying assembly, a transfer assembly, and a posture adjustment assembly. There are multiple trays, each tray is used to hold a corresponding type of sample. In other words, different trays are used to hold different samples.

[0025] The sample holder 7 is provided with a plurality of fixing positions for storing the sample cans 3. For example, the sample holder 7 is provided with a plurality of fixing positions arranged in parallel. Each fixing position can be an arc-shaped groove, so that the sample cans 3 can be fixed in the fixing positions.

[0026] In addition, the conveying assembly is configured to convey the sample tank 3 to the posture adjustment assembly, and the posture adjustment assembly is configured to adjust the posture of the sample tank 3 so that the sample tank 3 is placed vertically in a fixed position, thereby facilitating the next operation of the subsequent transfer assembly. In addition, the transfer assembly is configured to move the sample bottles in the sample tank 3 to the corresponding tray. Among them, the conveying assembly is used to transport the sample tank 3 from the workshop to the laboratory. In this way, the tray, sample holder 7, transfer assembly and posture adjustment assembly can all be set in the laboratory. The laboratory can be provided with a support seat 9. In actual application, the sample holder 7 and the tray can be placed on the support seat 9.

[0027] It should be noted that the sample tank 3 can store multiple sample bottles, and each sample bottle can be placed in a different sample. In this way, after the sample tank 3 is vertically placed in a fixed position, the sample bottles in the sample tank 3 need to be classified by the transfer assembly and placed on different trays.

[0028] Specifically, the conveying assembly transports the sample jars 3 from the workshop to the laboratory. Once the sample jars 3 arrive at the laboratory, the posture adjustment assembly adjusts their posture and positions them vertically in a fixed position. Finally, the transfer assembly sorts the sample bottles within the sample jars 3 and places them on different trays for subsequent testing. This sample sorting system reduces the time and labor costs associated with manual operations, as well as reduces manual errors, significantly improving overall laboratory efficiency.

[0029] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, the conveying assembly includes a temporary storage box 2, a conveying line and a pneumatic conveying pipeline 1. One end of the pneumatic conveying pipeline 1 is suitable for connection to the workshop, and the other end of the pneumatic conveying pipeline 1 is connected to the temporary storage box 2. An openable and closable outlet is provided at the bottom of the temporary storage box 2. The outlet is located above the conveying line and corresponds to the conveying line.

[0030] The pneumatic conveying pipeline 1, also known as a pneumatic pipeline or pneumatic conveying pipeline, is a pipeline system that uses airflow as a driving force to transport materials. Its operating principle is based on the principles of aerodynamics. It uses the force generated by compressed air to create an airflow within the pipeline, thereby driving the material along the pipeline. When the air flows into an elbow or pipe opening, friction is generated, reducing the gas's velocity. This reduced velocity is then converted into a driving force on the material, causing it to continue flowing along the pipeline. By adjusting the amount and flow rate of compressed air, the speed and direction of material conveyance in the pneumatic conveying pipeline 1 can be controlled.

[0031] It should be noted that the bottom of the temporary storage box 2 is provided with an exit, and the temporary storage box 2 is provided with a gate at the exit. The gate is connected to the exit and can be moved left and right to open and close the exit. For example, the side wall of the temporary storage box 2 is provided with a slide groove, and the gate can be installed in the slide groove. The gate is driven by a driving member to move relative to the slide groove.

[0032] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, the temporary storage box 2 is provided with a guide seat around the outlet, the guide seat is formed with a guide space and an opening communicating with the guide space, and the opening is communicated with the outlet through the guide space.

[0033] For example, a guide seat is provided at the bottom of the temporary storage box 2. The guide seat itself forms a guide space, which is connected to the interior of the temporary storage box 2 via an outlet. This outlet is ultimately connected to the opening via the guide space. This not only ensures that the material moves along a clear and stable path during discharge, but also greatly improves the convenience and efficiency of operation.

[0034] Specifically, when materials need to be discharged, the outlet of temporary storage box 2 is first opened. Under the influence of gravity or external force, the materials enter the guide space through the outlet. Guided by the guide space, the materials move along a clear and stable path, and are eventually discharged through the opening and moved to the conveyor line.

[0035] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, the cross-sectional area of ​​the guide space gradually decreases in the direction toward the opening.

[0036] It should be noted that a gradually decreasing guide space is formed inside the guide seat, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the guide space gradually decreases in the direction toward the opening. The shape of the guide space can be conical, funnel-shaped, or other gradually shrinking shapes to meet the requirements of different material discharge requirements.

[0037] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, the conveyor line includes a conveyor belt 4 and a correction mechanism, which is configured to correct the posture of the sample can 3 on the conveyor belt 4 so that the length direction of the sample can 3 is the same as the moving direction of the conveyor belt 4.

[0038] It should be noted that to facilitate subsequent handling of the transfer assembly, the sample can 3 has a specific orientation requirement. Therefore, ensuring its correct posture during transportation is crucial. The correction mechanism is responsible for detecting and adjusting the posture of the sample can 3 to ensure that the sample can 3 is arranged in the correct direction.

[0039] Exemplarily, a plurality of sensors (such as photoelectric sensors, infrared sensors, etc.) are installed above or on the side of the conveyor belt 4 to detect the position and posture of the sample tank 3. When the sensor detects that the posture of the sample tank 3 is incorrect, the push rod mechanism is triggered. The push rod gently pushes the sample tank 3 from one or both sides to rotate it to the correct direction. Alternatively, a first guide plate and a second guide plate are arranged opposite to each other above the conveyor belt 4. The first guide plate and the second guide plate are arranged at an interval. When the sample tank 3 passes between the first guide plate and the second guide plate, the posture of the sample tank 3 can be adjusted. Each of the first guide plate and the second guide plate includes a first guide portion and a second guide portion arranged at an angle.

[0040] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, the posture adjustment component includes a conveying pipe 5 and a flipping mechanism 6. The conveying pipe 5 is arranged at an angle. The moving direction of the sample tank 3 at the end of the conveying pipe 5 is the same as the length direction of the sample tank 3. The sample tank 3 can be placed vertically in a fixed position under the adjustment of the flipping mechanism 6.

[0041] It should be noted that the first end of the conveying pipe 5 is connected to the conveyor belt 4, and the second end of the conveying pipe 5 is connected to the turning mechanism 6. The height of the position of the first end of the conveying pipe 5 is greater than the height of the position of the second end of the conveying pipe 5. The sample tank 3 can move to the turning mechanism 6 by its own gravity within the conveying pipe 5, and then be placed vertically in a fixed position under the adjustment of the turning mechanism 6. Similarly, the conveying pipe 5 can also play a role in adjusting the posture of the sample tank 3. For example, the inner diameter of the conveying pipe 5 gradually decreases along the direction from the first end of the conveying pipe 5 to the second end of the conveying pipe 5.

[0042] In some embodiments, as Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the flip mechanism 6 includes a support 62, a support plate 61, and a driving member 63. The connection between the support plate 61 and the support 62 serves as a fulcrum. The driving member 63 is connected to the support plate 61. Driven by the driving member 63, the support plate 61 can switch from a horizontal state to an inclined state. The flip mechanism 6 can be similar to a seesaw. Furthermore, a baffle 611 is provided at the edge of the support plate 61, so that the two baffles 611 are arranged opposite each other.

[0043] It should be noted that the support plate 61 and the support 62 are connected by a fulcrum, allowing the support plate 61 to flip around the fulcrum. In addition, the driving member 63 is the power source of the flipping mechanism 6. The driving member 63 can be a motor, a cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, etc. The driving member 63 is connected to the support plate 61 and drives the support plate 61 to flip by providing power.

[0044] Specifically, in the initial state, the support plate 61 is in a horizontal state and parallel to the support 62. At this time, the entire flipping mechanism 6 is in a stationary state. When the support plate 61 needs to be flipped, the driving member 63 is started. The driving member 63 provides power to flip the support plate 61 around the fulcrum. The flipping angle can be adjusted as needed, usually by controlling the stroke or rotation angle of the driving member 63. When the support plate 61 flips to the desired angle, the driving member 63 stops working. At this time, the support plate 61 is in a tilted state, forming a certain angle with the support 62, so that the sample tank 3 can slide along the length direction of the support plate 61 to a fixed position.

[0045] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, the transfer assembly includes a cover opening mechanism and a robotic arm. The cover opening mechanism is configured to open or close the cover of the sample tank 3. The robotic arm is provided with a code scanning mechanism. The robotic arm is configured to move the sample bottles in the sample tank 3 to the corresponding tray according to the scanning information of the code scanning mechanism.

[0046] It should be noted that in a laboratory, a large number of sample bottles often need to be removed from the sample tank 3 and sorted and stored according to their specific information (such as barcodes or QR codes). To achieve this goal, the transfer component can automatically identify the information of the sample bottles and accurately move them to the designated tray.

[0047] The lid opening mechanism can be a robotic arm with a walking mechanism known in the art, which performs the opening operation on the lid of the sample jar 3. Alternatively, the lid opening mechanism can first send an unlocking command to an electronic lock on the lid. The electronic lock responds to the unlocking command by switching from a locked state to an unlocked state. The robotic arm then adjusts the position of its actuator end-point based on the lid position information, and then the actuator end-point opens the lid of the sample jar 3.

[0048] In practical applications, the robotic arm can adopt a multi-joint design, including rotational joints, pitch joints, and telescopic joints, to achieve flexible movement in three-dimensional space. The end effector is a clamp that can clamp the sample bottle. The clamp is equipped with a pressure sensor inside to ensure that the clamping force is moderate to avoid damage to the sample bottle. The code scanning mechanism is installed near the end effector of the robotic arm and uses a high-resolution barcode / QR code scanner. The code scanning mechanism is connected to the robotic arm control system via wired or wireless means to transmit the scanning results in real time. The control motherboard includes a central processing unit, a motion controller, and input and output interfaces. The central processing unit is responsible for processing the scanned code information and determining the target tray position of the sample bottle based on preset rules or information in the database. The motion controller controls the precise movement of each joint of the robotic arm according to the instructions of the central processing unit.

[0049] Specifically, the robotic arm moves the end effector to the top of the sample tank 3, and the clamp clamps the sample bottle. The code scanning mechanism scans the barcode / QR code on the sample bottle to obtain the sample bottle information. The central processing unit parses the scanned code information, compares it with the information in the database, and determines the target tray position of the sample bottle. The motion controller plans the movement path of the robotic arm based on the target tray position information. The robotic arm moves the sample bottle to the top of the target tray according to the planned path. The clamp releases the sample bottle and places it at the specified position on the target tray. In addition, the system can also record the movement information of the sample bottle, including the scanning time, movement path, and target tray position.

[0050] In actual application, a display screen 8 is also provided on the support base 9. The display screen 8 is electrically connected to the control main board. The display screen 8 can be a touch screen. The display screen 8 is used to display information or receive input instructions, for example, manually control the action of the cover opening mechanism.

[0051] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, the top and bottom of the sample tank 3 are both hemispherical.

[0052] It should be noted that both ends of the sample tank 3 are hemispherical, and the middle portion of the sample tank 3 is cylindrical. To facilitate the subsequent opening operation, both ends of the sample tank 3 can be configured as covers.

[0053] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, it also includes a transport component, which is configured to move the sample bottles on the tray to the detection station.

[0054] Exemplarily, the transport component includes an AGV trolley with another tray provided on it. In addition, the transport component also includes a robotic arm, which can be a multi-joint robotic arm with sufficient flexibility and precision to grab, move, and place sample bottles. The end effector of the robotic arm can adapt to sample bottles of different sizes and shapes to ensure the safety and stability of the sample bottles during the transport process. In addition, the transport component also includes a sensor module, which includes a visual sensor, a position sensor, a force sensor, etc., which can monitor the position, posture, and motion state of the sample bottle and the robotic arm in real time.

[0055] Specifically, the sensor module identifies the position and posture of the sample bottle on the tray and transmits this information to the transfer component's control system. The control system uses this information to calculate the optimal motion trajectory for the robotic arm. Following the control system's instructions, the robotic arm's end effector moves over the sample bottle and precisely grasps it. During the grasping process, force sensors monitor the gripping force in real time to ensure the bottle is not damaged. After grasping the bottle, the robotic arm moves it along the calculated motion trajectory to another tray. During this process, vision sensors and position sensors monitor the position and posture of the robotic arm and the sample bottle in real time to ensure the accuracy and safety of the transfer process. Once on the tray, the robotic arm's end effector places the sample bottle in the designated location according to the control system's instructions. During this placement process, force sensors are also used to ensure the bottle is placed smoothly and securely. The AGV then moves to the inspection station according to instructions for subsequent sample testing.

[0056] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some of the technical features therein. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the various embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sample separation system, characterized in that: include: Tray, sample holder, conveying assembly, transfer assembly and posture adjustment assembly; The conveying assembly is configured to convey the sample can to the posture adjustment assembly. The sample holder is provided with a plurality of fixed positions for storing the sample can. The posture adjustment assembly is configured to adjust the posture of the sample can so that the sample can is placed vertically in the fixed position. The transfer assembly is configured to move the sample bottle in the sample can to the corresponding tray.

2. The sample separation system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The conveying assembly includes a temporary storage box, a conveying line and a pneumatic conveying pipeline. One end of the pneumatic conveying pipeline is suitable for connecting to a workshop, and the other end of the pneumatic conveying pipeline is connected to the temporary storage box. An openable and closable outlet is provided at the bottom of the temporary storage box. The outlet is located above the conveying line and corresponds to the conveying line.

3. The sample separation system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The temporary storage box is provided with a guide seat around the outlet, the guide seat is formed with a guide space and an opening communicating with the guide space, and the opening is communicated with the outlet through the guide space.

4. The sample separation system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cross-sectional area of ​​the guide space gradually decreases in a direction toward the opening.

5. The sample separation system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The conveyor line includes a conveyor belt and a correction mechanism, wherein the correction mechanism is configured to correct the posture of the sample can on the conveyor belt so that the length direction of the sample can is consistent with the moving direction of the conveyor belt.

6. The sample separation system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The posture adjustment component includes a conveying pipe and a flipping mechanism. The conveying pipe is arranged at an angle. The moving direction of the sample tank at the end of the conveying pipe is the same as the length direction of the sample tank. The sample tank can be placed vertically in the fixed position under the adjustment of the flipping mechanism.

7. The sample separation system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The flip mechanism includes a support, a support plate and a driving member. The connection between the support plate and the support is a fulcrum. The driving member is connected to the support plate. Under the drive of the driving member, the support plate can be switched from a horizontal state to an inclined state.

8. The sample separation system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The transfer assembly includes a cover opening mechanism and a robotic arm. The cover opening mechanism is configured to open or close the cover of the sample jar. The robotic arm is provided with a code scanning mechanism. The robotic arm is configured to move the sample bottle in the sample jar to the corresponding tray according to the scanning information of the code scanning mechanism.

9. The sample separation system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The top and bottom of the sample tank are both hemispherical.

10. The sample separation system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: Also included is a transport component configured to move the sample bottles on the tray to a testing station.

Images