Automatic sample transfer corner table

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of sample circulation and transfer, in particular to an automatic sample transfer corner table which comprises a fixing portion, the fixing portion forms a turning fixing face, the fixing portion is further connected with a table panel, and a channel for an AGV to pass through is formed below the fixing face and the table panel. The front end of the deck plate is in lap joint with the fixing part, and the rear end of the deck plate is hinged to the supporting part in a matched mode. A sample cabinet is arranged on the fixing part, a mechanical arm is further arranged between the sample cabinet and the table panel, and the mechanical arm is used for transferring a sample in the sample cabinet to a sample frame of the table panel. According to the corner table, the table top structure is fully improved, a table top position is provided for circulation of samples, a passing space is provided for advancing of an AGV, meanwhile, operators are allowed to participate in adjustment, the overall occupied space is small, site occupation of a laboratory is reduced, and therefore the space layout is optimized. Therefore, the turnover of the sample is more convenient, and the experiment efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sample transfer technology, specifically to an automated sample transfer corner stage. Background Technology

[0002] As laboratory automation becomes increasingly widespread, it is essential to comprehensively consider various site factors such as laboratory size, functional areas, and transfer areas when promoting automation. This will allow for a reasonable arrangement of the location and space for each automated operating device, ensuring ample operating space and higher efficiency.

[0003] In the hydroelectric system's oil-chemical automation laboratory, due to the long sample processing path—passing through as many as five or six functional islands from sample introduction to the entire testing process—AGV carts are used to handle sample transfers in the automated processing. To accommodate the transfer stations within the AGV cart pathways and the manual passageways reserved for personnel to handle related tasks within the laboratory, the entire laboratory requires a larger layout space, increasing overall costs and hindering efficient experimental operations.

[0004] It is evident that the current internal layout of automated laboratories still has room for improvement. The rationality of the internal layout should be enhanced through optimization to reduce space requirements and improve the efficiency and stability of experimental operations. Therefore, a more rational technical solution is needed to address the technical problems existing in the current technology. Utility Model Content

[0005] To overcome at least one of the aforementioned defects, this utility model proposes an automated sample transfer corner stage. By adjusting the stage structure, it can facilitate the automated flow of samples while simultaneously meeting the needs of manual operation. Overall, it reduces the space requirements and improves the efficiency of experimental operations.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the transfer corner platform disclosed in this utility model can adopt the following technical solution:

[0007] An automated sample transfer corner table includes a fixing part that forms a turning fixed surface and is also connected to a table panel. A channel for an AGV trolley to pass through is formed below the fixing surface and the table panel. The front end of the table panel overlaps with the fixing part, and the rear end of the table panel is hinged to a support part. A sample cabinet is provided on the fixing part, and a robotic arm is provided between the sample cabinet and the table panel. The robotic arm is used to transfer the sample in the sample cabinet to the sample rack on the table panel.

[0008] The aforementioned transfer corner table, by setting up a platform panel and a fixed part to cooperate, enables the robotic arm to pick up samples from the sample cabinet, while the space under the fixed surface and the platform panel can also form a space for AGV carts to pass through. This can save the space of setting up a separate AGV cart travel channel, simplify the layout of the entire laboratory, facilitate manual supervision and control of the experimental process, and help improve the efficiency of the entire experiment.

[0009] Furthermore, the platform for placing samples can be constructed in various forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, we propose an optimized and feasible option: the front end of the platform and the fixing part form an overlapping structure, and after the platform overlaps with the fixing part, its upper surface is flush with the fixing surface. With this solution, the upper surface of the platform and the fixing surface form a flat surface, facilitating sample handling. Simultaneously, since the platform is flipped and located on the support part, it can be flexibly flipped, improving the convenience and flexibility of the experiment.

[0010] Furthermore, after the tabletop is reversed, it cooperates with and is supported by the fixing part. The cooperation structure can adopt various schemes and is not limited to a single one. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: a positioning hole and a positioning head are formed between the front end of the tabletop and the fixing part. When the tabletop is reversed downwards and overlaps with the fixing part, the positioning head enters the positioning hole. When adopting the above scheme, the structure of the positioning hole and positioning head can be a round hole and a cylinder, or a polygonal hole and a polygonal cylinder.

[0011] Furthermore, the bending and extension path of the fixed surface is not uniquely limited. Here, optimization is proposed, and one feasible option is suggested: the fixed surface bends into an L-shape in the horizontal plane, and after overlapping with the platform, it forms an n-shaped rotating surface. When adopting the above scheme, the overlapping of the fixed surface and the platform forms an overhead structure, allowing the AGV to pass through the overhead position below.

[0012] Furthermore, various methods can be used to support the fixed surface, and its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: a fixed cabinet is installed below the fixed surface. When the above solution is adopted, a cabinet door is formed on the fixed cabinet, and items can be placed inside the fixed cabinet.

[0013] Furthermore, when supporting the fixed surface with a fixed cabinet, the support structure can be configured in various forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: the fixed cabinet is located at the free end of the fixed surface, and the overlapping end of the fixed surface and the tabletop is also connected and cooperated with the adjacent functional island. When adopting the above scheme, the functional island and the fixed surface can be connected and secured by fasteners, or by setting overlapping structures, snap-fit ​​structures, etc.

[0014] Furthermore, the sample holder on the platform maintains a stable connection. This connection can be achieved in various ways, and its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: the platform is provided with several connection positions, and the sample holder is connected and fixed to these connection positions. When the above scheme is adopted, the connection positions and the sample holders correspond one-to-one, which can improve the connection stability of the sample holders. When the platform is flipped, the sample holders on it can remain stable.

[0015] Furthermore, the mating structure between the sample holder and the connection point can be constructed in various forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: a snap-fit ​​fixing structure is provided at the connection point. When the above solution is adopted, the snap-fit ​​fixing structure is used to snap and fix the sample holder at the connection point.

[0016] Furthermore, when transferring different samples, they are categorized and placed into corresponding sample racks to improve sample management efficiency. The sample rack structure can be constructed in various forms and is not limited to a single structure. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: the sample rack includes a test tube rack, a wide-mouth bottle rack, a sample inlet rack, a pipette tip rack, or a recovery box. When adopting the above scheme, one or more of the test tube rack, wide-mouth bottle rack, sample inlet rack, pipette tip rack, or recovery box can be set up, depending on actual needs, and they are spaced apart along the length of the worktable.

[0017] Furthermore, the support component, used to support the tabletop, can adopt various support forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: the support component includes a support plate, which is vertically arranged, and the rear end of the tabletop is connected to the top end of the support plate. When adopting the above solution, the lower end of the support plate is connected and fixed to the ground, or the lower end of the support plate is provided with a base plate structure to maintain the stability of the support plate.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, some of the beneficial effects of the technical solution disclosed in this utility model include:

[0019] The corner table of this invention significantly improves the tabletop structure, providing a tabletop position for sample transfer and passage space for AGV carts. It also allows operators to participate in adjustments. The overall space occupied is small, which helps to reduce the space occupied in the laboratory and thus optimize the spatial layout. The corner table of this invention makes sample turnover more convenient and facilitates the improvement of experimental efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a magnified view of the countertop area.

[0023] In the above attached figures, the meanings of each label are as follows:

[0024] 1. Fixing unit; 2. Tabletop; 3. Support unit; 4. AGV trolley; 5. Robotic arm; 6. Sample cabinet; 7. Test tube rack; 8. Wide-mouth bottle rack; 9. Sample inlet tube rack; 10. Pipe tip holder; 11. Recycling bin. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, further illustrates this embodiment.

[0026] In view of the fact that existing technologies require large laboratory space and larger layouts to accommodate AGVs for turnover and human participation in experiments, which adversely affects the automation and efficiency of experiments, the following embodiments are optimized to overcome the defects of existing technologies.

[0027] Example

[0028] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, this embodiment provides an automated sample transfer corner stage, including a fixing part 1, which forms a turning fixed surface. The fixing part 1 is also connected to a platform panel 2, forming a channel for an AGV trolley 4 to pass through below the fixing surface and the platform panel 2. The front end of the platform panel 2 overlaps with the fixing part 1, and the rear end of the platform panel 2 is hinged to a support part 3. A sample cabinet 6 is provided on the fixing part 1, and a robotic arm 5 is also provided between the sample cabinet 6 and the platform panel 2. The robotic arm 5 is used to transfer the sample in the sample cabinet 6 to the sample rack on the platform panel 2.

[0029] The transfer corner table disclosed in this embodiment, by setting the table panel 2 and the fixed part 1 to cooperate, can realize the robotic arm 5 to take samples from the sample cabinet 6, while the fixed surface and the space below the table panel 2 can also form a space for the AGV trolley 4 to pass through. This can save the space of setting up a separate AGV trolley 4 travel channel, simplify the layout of the entire laboratory, facilitate manual supervision and control of the experimental process, and help improve the efficiency of the entire experiment.

[0030] The platform 2, used to place samples, can be constructed in various forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the front end of the platform 2 forms an overlapping structure with the fixing part 1, and after the platform 2 overlaps with the fixing part 1, its upper surface is flush with the fixing surface. With this solution, the upper surface of the platform 2 and the fixing surface form a flat surface, facilitating sample turnover. Simultaneously, since the platform 2 is flipped and mounted on the support part 3, it can be flexibly flipped, improving the convenience and flexibility of the experiment.

[0031] After the tabletop 2 is reversed, it cooperates with and is supported by the fixing part 1. The cooperation structure can adopt various schemes and is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: a positioning hole and a positioning head are formed between the front end of the tabletop 2 and the fixing part 1. When the tabletop 2 is reversed downwards and overlaps with the fixing part 1, the positioning head enters the positioning hole. When adopting the above scheme, the structure of the positioning hole and the positioning head can be a round hole and a cylinder, or a polygonal hole and a polygonal cylinder.

[0032] The bending and extension path of the fixed surface is not limited to a single path. This embodiment optimizes the process and adopts one feasible option: the fixed surface is bent into an L-shape in the horizontal plane, and after overlapping with the platform 2, it forms an n-shaped rotating surface. When the above solution is adopted, the fixed surface and the platform 2 overlap to form an overhead structure, allowing the AGV trolley 4 to pass through the overhead position below.

[0033] Supporting the fixed surface can be achieved through various methods, and its structure is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: a fixed cabinet is provided below the fixed surface. When the above solution is adopted, a cabinet door is formed on the fixed cabinet, and items can be placed inside the fixed cabinet.

[0034] When supporting a fixed surface with a fixed cabinet, the support structure can be configured in various forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the fixed cabinet is located at the free end of the fixed surface, and the overlapping end of the fixed surface and the tabletop is also connected and cooperated with the adjacent functional island. When adopting the above solution, the functional island and the fixed surface can be connected and secured by fasteners, or by setting overlapping structures, snap-fit ​​structures, etc.

[0035] The sample holder on the platform 2 maintains a stable connection. This connection can be achieved in various ways, and its structure is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the platform 2 is provided with several connection positions, and the sample holder is connected and fixed to the connection positions. When the above scheme is adopted, the connection positions and the sample holders correspond one-to-one, which can improve the connection stability of the sample holders. When the platform 2 is flipped, the sample holder on it can remain stable.

[0036] The mating structure between the sample holder and the connection point can be constructed in various forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: a snap-fit ​​fixing structure is provided at the connection point. When the above solution is adopted, the snap-fit ​​fixing structure is used to snap and fix the sample holder at the connection point.

[0037] When transferring different samples, they are categorized and placed into their respective sample racks to improve sample management efficiency. The sample rack structure can be constructed in various forms and is not limited to a single structure. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the sample rack includes a test tube rack 7, a wide-mouth bottle rack 8, a sample inlet tube rack 9, a pipette tip rack 10, or a recovery box 11. When adopting the above scheme, one or more of the test tube rack 7, wide-mouth bottle rack 8, sample inlet tube rack 9, pipette tip rack 10, or recovery box 11 can be set, depending on actual needs, and they are spaced apart along the length of the table panel 2.

[0038] The support part 3 is used to support the tabletop 2 and can adopt various support forms. Its structure is not limited to one specific type. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the support part 3 includes a support plate, which is vertically arranged, and the rear end of the tabletop 2 is connected to the top end of the support plate. When the above solution is adopted, the lower end of the support plate is connected and fixed to the ground, or the lower end of the support plate is provided with a base plate structure to maintain the stability of the support plate.

[0039] The above are the embodiments listed in this example. However, this example is not limited to the optional embodiments described above. Those skilled in the art can arbitrarily combine the above methods to obtain other various embodiments. Anyone can derive other various forms of embodiments under the guidance of this example. The above specific embodiments should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this example. The scope of protection of this example should be defined in the claims.

Claims

1. An automated sample transfer turntable, characterized by: It includes a fixing part (1), which forms a fixed surface with a bend, and the fixing part (1) is also connected to a platform (2). A channel for the AGV trolley (4) to pass through is formed below the fixing surface and the platform (2). The front end of the platform (2) overlaps with the fixing part (1), and the rear end of the platform (2) is hinged to the support part (3). A sample cabinet (6) is provided on the fixing part (1), and a robotic arm (5) is provided between the sample cabinet (6) and the platform (2). The robotic arm (5) is used to transfer the sample in the sample cabinet (6) to the sample rack on the platform (2).

2. The automated sample transfer turntable of claim 1, wherein: The front end of the table panel (2) and the fixing part (1) form an overlapping structure. After the table panel (2) overlaps with the fixing part (1), the upper surface is flush with the fixing surface.

3. The automated sample transfer turntable of claim 2, wherein: The front end of the table panel (2) and the fixing part (1) form a positioning hole and a positioning head that cooperate with each other. When the table panel (2) is reversed downward and overlaps with the fixing part (1), the positioning head enters the positioning hole.

4. The automated sample transfer turntable of claim 1, wherein: The fixed surface is bent into an L-shape in the horizontal plane, and after the fixed surface overlaps with the table panel (2), it forms an n-shaped rotating surface.

5. The automated sample transfer turntable of any one of claims 1-4, wherein: A fixed cabinet is provided below the fixed surface.

6. The automated sample transfer turntable of claim 5, wherein: The fixed cabinet is located at the free end of the fixed surface, and the overlapping end of the fixed surface and the tabletop is also connected and cooperated with the adjacent functional island.

7. The automated sample transfer turntable of claim 1, wherein: The tabletop (2) is provided with several connection positions, and the sample holder is connected and fixed to the connection positions.

8. The automated sample transfer turntable of claim 7, wherein: The connection position is provided with a snap-fit ​​fixing structure.

9. The automated sample transfer turntable of claim 7 or 8, wherein: The sample rack includes a test tube rack (7), a wide-mouth bottle rack (8), a sample inlet tube rack (9), a pipette tip rack (10), or a recycling bin (11).

10. The automated sample transfer turntable of claim 1, wherein: The support part (3) includes a support plate, which is arranged vertically, and the rear end of the tabletop (2) is connected to the top end of the support plate.

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