Sample storage tank

Abstract

The utility model discloses a sample storage tank which comprises a liquid nitrogen tank body, a storage mechanism is arranged in the liquid nitrogen tank body, at least two stages of lifting baskets can be stored in the storage mechanism, the storage mechanism can drive a plurality of sets of lifting baskets to rotate, a lifting basket guiding assembly is arranged on the storage mechanism, and the lifting basket guiding assembly can conduct guiding protection on the lifting baskets. The liquid nitrogen container has the advantages that the storage mechanism is arranged in the liquid nitrogen container body, two-stage storage of the lifting baskets can be achieved through the storage mechanism, the storage capacity can be improved by arranging a plurality of storage areas, the lifting baskets can be conveniently and rapidly lifted by matching the storage mechanism with the lifting channel in a rotating mode, and the liquid nitrogen container is large in storage capacity and convenient to use. A good heat preservation function is also realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sample storage technology, and in particular to a sample storage container. Background Technology

[0002] Liquid nitrogen tanks are widely used in hospitals, factories, and laboratories. They are a common type of equipment mainly used for the cryopreservation of biological materials such as cells and tissues.

[0003] Currently used liquid nitrogen tanks can only store a limited number of basket samples, and most use fixed storage racks, resulting in very limited storage capacity and cumbersome operation. Therefore, the inventors designed a sample storage tank that can increase storage capacity and facilitate access. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention.

[0005] In view of the problems existing in the above or prior art, this utility model is proposed.

[0006] Therefore, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a sample storage container that can realize a large-capacity storage basket, achieve two-level storage, and greatly improve the storage capacity.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a sample storage tank, which includes a liquid nitrogen tank body, a storage mechanism is provided inside the liquid nitrogen tank body, the storage mechanism can store at least two-level baskets, and the storage mechanism can drive multiple sets of baskets to rotate, and a basket guide component is provided on the storage mechanism, which can guide and protect the baskets.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the sample storage tank of this utility model, the storage mechanism includes a storage tray assembly and a protective component; the protective component is connected to the side of the storage tray assembly, and the protective component can protect the basket inside the storage tray assembly; the storage tray assembly is provided with multiple storage areas around its circumference, and a single storage area can vertically store multiple layers of baskets.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of the sample storage tank of this utility model, the storage disk assembly includes a storage disk component, on which a first storage area and a second storage area are formed. The first storage area and the second storage area form the aforementioned storage area. The second storage area is located on the outer ring of the first storage area. The storage disk component can drive the first storage area and the second storage area to rotate.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the sample storage tank of this utility model, the storage tray includes an upper storage tray and a lower storage tray; the lower storage tray is located below the upper storage tray, and the upper and lower storage trays can support and limit the storage of multiple sets of baskets, with the upper and lower storage trays vertically limiting the two layers of baskets.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the sample storage tank of this utility model, the storage disk assembly further includes a central shaft, which is located at the center of the storage disk and can support the storage disk. The central shaft can drive the storage disk to rotate under the drive of the driving component.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the sample storage tank of this utility model, multiple sets of storage slots are arranged circumferentially on both the first storage area and the second storage area, and the basket can be stored in the storage slots.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the sample storage tank of this utility model, the storage slots on the upper storage tray and the lower storage tray are vertically corresponding one-to-one. The upper storage tray can limit the upper basket, and the lower storage tray can support the multiple baskets.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the sample storage container of this utility model, the protective component includes a protective cavity, an upper storage tray, and a lower storage tray. The protective cavity is connected to the sides of the upper and lower storage trays, and the protective cavity can keep the basket sample warm.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the sample storage container of this utility model, the basket guide assembly includes a guide frame and a guide post; the guide post is provided inside the guide frame, and the guide post can limit the position of the extraction component and guide the basket.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the sample storage tank of this utility model, the liquid nitrogen tank body has multiple sets of extraction channels, and the multiple sets of extraction channels are correspondingly set with multiple sets of storage areas.

[0017] As a preferred embodiment of the sample storage tank of this utility model, the liquid nitrogen tank body is provided with a liquid nitrogen control component, which can control the liquid nitrogen in the liquid nitrogen tank body.

[0018] As a preferred embodiment of the sample storage tank of this utility model, the liquid nitrogen tank body is provided with a double-layered inner wall, which can keep the sample warm.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By setting a storage mechanism inside the liquid nitrogen tank, the basket can be stored in two stages and multiple storage areas can be set up to increase the storage capacity. The basket can be retrieved by rotating the storage mechanism in conjunction with the extraction channel, which is convenient and quick. This device not only has a large storage capacity, but also has a good heat preservation function. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Among them:

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the sample storage tank.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a front view of the sample storage tank.

[0023] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the BB section of the medium sample storage tank.

[0024] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of point AA in the medium sample storage tank.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a right view of the sample storage container.

[0026] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the CC section of the medium sample storage tank.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a top view of the sample storage tank. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0029] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0030] Secondly, the term "an 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 phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments. Example 1

[0031] Reference Figures 1-4 This is the first embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment provides a sample storage tank, which includes a liquid nitrogen tank body 1, a storage mechanism 2, and a basket guide assembly 3. By providing the storage mechanism 2 inside the liquid nitrogen tank body 1, the basket can be stored through the storage mechanism 2. The basket guide assembly 3 can play a certain guiding role when the basket is raised and lowered.

[0032] Specifically, it includes a liquid nitrogen tank body 1, a storage mechanism 2 inside the liquid nitrogen tank body 1, the storage mechanism 2 can store at least two-stage baskets, and the storage mechanism 2 can drive multiple sets of baskets to rotate. The storage mechanism 2 is equipped with a basket guide component 3, which can guide and protect the baskets.

[0033] Ideally, most current storage devices use fixed slots for storage, which prevents rotation, and their single-layer storage results in limited storage capacity.

[0034] Preferably, storage mechanism 2 uses a circular storage rack, which can store more baskets.

[0035] Preferably, the storage mechanism 2 can vertically store at least two layers of baskets, and the rotation of the storage mechanism 2 makes it more convenient and faster to access the baskets, and greatly increases the storage capacity.

[0036] In summary, this utility model can vertically store multiple layers of baskets and circumferentially store multiple layers of baskets through the storage mechanism 2. By utilizing the rotation of the storage mechanism 2 within the liquid nitrogen tank body 1, basket storage and retrieval operations can be realized. This device significantly improves storage capacity and basket retrieval efficiency. Example 2

[0037] Reference Figures 1-7 This is the second embodiment of the present invention. In the previous embodiment, the sample storage tank includes a liquid nitrogen tank body 1, a storage mechanism 2, and a basket guide assembly 3. By providing the storage mechanism 2 inside the liquid nitrogen tank body 1, the basket can be stored through the storage mechanism 2. The basket guide assembly 3 can play a certain guiding role when the basket is raised and lowered.

[0038] Specifically, it includes a liquid nitrogen tank body 1, a storage mechanism 2 inside the liquid nitrogen tank body 1, the storage mechanism 2 can store at least two-stage baskets, and the storage mechanism 2 can drive multiple sets of baskets to rotate. The storage mechanism 2 is equipped with a basket guide component 3, which can guide and protect the baskets.

[0039] Ideally, most current storage devices use fixed slots for storage, which prevents rotation, and their single-layer storage results in limited storage capacity.

[0040] Preferably, storage mechanism 2 uses a circular storage rack, which can store more baskets.

[0041] Preferably, the storage mechanism 2 can vertically store at least two layers of baskets, and the rotation of the storage mechanism 2 makes it more convenient and faster to access the baskets, and greatly increases the storage capacity.

[0042] Furthermore, the storage mechanism 2 includes a storage disk assembly 21 and a protective member 22; the protective member 22 is connected to the side of the storage disk assembly 21, and the protective member 22 can protect the basket inside the storage disk assembly 21. The storage disk assembly 21 has multiple storage areas around its circumference, and a single storage area can vertically store multiple layers of baskets.

[0043] Preferably, by setting up the protective component 22, the basket and sample on the storage disk assembly 21 can be further insulated and protected, thus preventing the loss of liquid nitrogen.

[0044] Preferably, the liquid nitrogen tank body 1 is configured with a double-walled structure, and a vacuum treatment can be performed between the double-walled structures. Of course, the double-walled structure can be made of other insulation materials.

[0045] Ideally, by setting up the protective component 22, it is equivalent to adding another layer of insulation cavity, which can better avoid the situation of large temperature difference between the inside and outside, and prevent the loss of liquid nitrogen.

[0046] Preferably, storage capacity can be increased by arranging multiple storage areas around the circumference of the storage disk assembly 21.

[0047] Furthermore, the storage disk assembly 21 includes a storage disk component 211, on which a first storage area 212 and a second storage area 213 are formed. The first storage area 212 and the second storage area 213 form the aforementioned storage area. The second storage area 213 is disposed on the outer ring of the first storage area 212. The storage disk component 211 can drive the first storage area 212 and the second storage area 213 to rotate.

[0048] Preferably, the first storage area 212 is located inside the second storage area 213, thereby forming an inner ring and an outer ring that can rotate together. Both the first storage area 212 and the second storage area 213 can vertically store multiple layers of baskets, thereby significantly improving storage efficiency.

[0049] It should be noted that the storage area can also be configured with a third storage area, a fourth storage area, etc., as needed.

[0050] Furthermore, the storage disk 211 includes an upper storage disk 2111 and a lower storage disk 2112; the lower storage disk 2112 is located below the upper storage disk 2111, and the upper storage disk 2111 and the lower storage disk 2112 can support and limit the storage of multiple sets of baskets, and the upper storage disk 2111 and the lower storage disk 2112 vertically limit the two layers of baskets.

[0051] Preferably, the lower storage disk 2112 can provide limiting support for the bottom basket, while the upper basket is positioned above the bottom basket, and the upper storage disk 2111 can limit the upper basket.

[0052] Furthermore, the storage disk assembly 21 also includes a central shaft 215, which is located at the center of the storage disk assembly 211. The central shaft 215 can support the storage disk assembly 211 and can drive the storage disk assembly 211 to rotate under the drive of the driving component.

[0053] Preferably, the central shaft 215 is rotated by a driver, which can be a motor drive or an existing drive method.

[0054] Preferably, the rotation of the central shaft 215 can drive the upper storage disk 2111, the lower storage disk 2112 and the protective component 22 to rotate; the rotation can be used to store or lift the basket that needs to be stored.

[0055] Furthermore, multiple sets of storage slots 214 are arranged circumferentially on both the first storage area 212 and the second storage area 213, and the baskets can be stored in the storage slots 214.

[0056] Furthermore, the storage slots 214 on the upper storage disk 2111 and the lower storage disk 2112 are vertically aligned. The upper storage disk 2111 can limit the upper basket, and the lower storage disk 2112 can support the multi-layer basket.

[0057] Furthermore, the protective component 22 includes a protective cavity 221, an upper storage tray 2111, and a lower storage tray 2112. The protective cavity 221 is connected to the sides of the upper storage tray 2111 and the lower storage tray 2112. The protective cavity 221 can keep the basket sample warm.

[0058] Preferably, by setting up a protective cavity 221, the samples stored in the baskets on the upper storage disk 2111 and the lower storage disk 2112 can be protected and kept warm.

[0059] Furthermore, the basket guide assembly 3 includes a guide frame 31 and a guide post 32; the guide frame 31 is provided with the guide post 32, which can limit the extraction component and guide the basket.

[0060] Preferably, the guide frame 31 is set on the upper storage disk 2111. Of course, it can also be set on the lower storage disk 2112 as needed, or both can be set at the same time. The guide column 32 is set inside the guide frame 31, and multiple sets are set so that when the extraction component extracts the basket, it can guide the basket or the extraction component and avoid the basket from shaking or deviating during the lifting and lowering process.

[0061] Furthermore, the liquid nitrogen tank body 1 has multiple sets of extraction channels 4, and the multiple sets of extraction channels 4 are set up in correspondence with multiple sets of storage areas.

[0062] Preferably, by setting up multiple sets of retrieval channels 4, it is convenient to correspond with the first storage area 212, the second storage area 213 or other storage areas, which facilitates the storage and retrieval operation of the basket and greatly improves storage efficiency.

[0063] Furthermore, a liquid nitrogen control component 5 is provided on the liquid nitrogen tank body 1, which can control the liquid nitrogen inside the liquid nitrogen tank body 1.

[0064] Preferably, the liquid nitrogen control component 5 can control the liquid nitrogen tank body 1 to perform liquid filling and replenishment operations, thereby achieving automated liquid filling operation.

[0065] Furthermore, the liquid nitrogen tank body 1 is designed with a double-layered inner wall to keep the sample warm.

[0066] In summary, this utility model provides a storage mechanism 2 inside the liquid nitrogen tank body 1. The storage mechanism 2 enables two-level storage of the basket and provides multiple storage areas, thereby increasing the storage capacity. The basket can be extracted quickly and easily by rotating the storage mechanism 2 in conjunction with the extraction channel 4. This device not only has a large storage capacity but also has good heat preservation function.

[0067] It is important to note that the constructions and arrangements of this application shown in several different exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who consult this disclosure will readily understand that many modifications are possible (e.g., changes in the size, dimensions, structure, shape and proportion of various elements, as well as parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application). For example, an element shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of elements may be inverted or otherwise altered, and the nature or number or position of discrete elements may be changed or altered. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of this utility model. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be changed or reordered according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure described herein that performs the function, and not only structural equivalents but also equivalent structures. Without departing from the scope of this invention, other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in the design, operation, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments. Therefore, this invention is not limited to the specific embodiments, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0068] Furthermore, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, not all features of actual embodiments (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the best mode of carrying out the present invention as currently considered, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the present invention) may be omitted.

[0069] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.

[0070] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A sample storage tank characterized by: Including liquid nitrogen tank body (1), the storage mechanism (2) is arranged in the liquid nitrogen tank body (1), the storage mechanism (2) can store at least two levels of basket, and the storage mechanism (2) can drive multiple groups of baskets to rotate, the storage mechanism (2) is provided with basket guide assembly (3), the basket guide assembly (3) can guide the basket and protect.

2. The sample storage tank of claim 1, wherein: The storage mechanism (2) includes a storage disc assembly (21) and a protection piece (22); the storage disc assembly (21) is connected with the protection piece (22) on the side, the protection piece (22) can protect the basket in the storage disc assembly (21), and the storage disc assembly (21) is circumferentially provided with a plurality of storage areas, and a single storage area can vertically store multiple layers of baskets.

3. The sample storage tank of claim 2, wherein: The storage disc assembly (21) includes a storage disc piece (211), the storage disc piece (211) is provided with a first storage area (212) and a second storage area (213), the first storage area (212) and the second storage area (213) form the above-mentioned storage area, the second storage area (213) is arranged outside the first storage area (212), and the storage disc piece (211) can drive the first storage area (212) and the second storage area (213) to rotate.

4. The sample storage tank of claim 3, wherein: The storage disc piece (211) includes an upper storage disc (2111) and a lower storage disc (2112); the lower storage disc (2112) is arranged below the upper storage disc (2111), the upper storage disc (2111) and the lower storage disc (2112) can support and limit the storage of multiple groups of baskets, and the upper storage disc (2111) and the lower storage disc (2112) vertically limit two layers of baskets.

5. The sample storage tank of claim 3, wherein: The storage disc assembly (21) further includes a central shaft (215), the central shaft (215) is arranged at the center position of the storage disc piece (211), the central shaft (215) can support the storage disc piece (211), and the central shaft (215) can drive the storage disc piece (211) to rotate under the drive of the driving piece.

6. The sample storage tank of claim 4, wherein: A plurality of storage grooves (214) are circumferentially arranged on the first storage area (212) and the second storage area (213), and the storage grooves (214) can store baskets.

7. The sample storage tank of claim 6, wherein: The storage grooves (214) on the upper storage disc (2111) and the lower storage disc (2112) vertically correspond one by one, the upper storage disc (2111) can limit the upper basket, and the lower storage disc (2112) can support multiple layers of baskets.

8. The sample storage tank of claim 2, wherein: The protection piece (22) includes a protection cavity (221), an upper storage disc (2111) and a lower storage disc (2112), the protection cavity (221) is connected with the upper storage disc (2111) and the lower storage disc (2112) on the side, and the protection cavity (221) can keep the basket sample warm.

9. The sample storage tank of any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein: The basket guide assembly (3) includes a guide frame (31) and a guide column (32); the guide column (32) is arranged in the guide frame (31), the guide column (32) can limit the extraction component, and can guide the basket.

10. The sample storage tank of any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein: A plurality of extraction channels (4) are formed in the liquid nitrogen tank body (1), and the plurality of extraction channels (4) are correspondingly arranged with a plurality of storage areas.

11. The sample storage tank of any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein: A liquid nitrogen control assembly (5) is arranged on the liquid nitrogen tank body (1), and the liquid nitrogen control assembly (5) can control the liquid nitrogen in the liquid nitrogen tank body (1).

12. The sample storage tank of claim 11, wherein: The liquid nitrogen tank body (1) is provided with double-layer inner walls, and can heat the sample.

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