Sample loading assembly and sample analysis device

Abstract

The utility model provides a sample loading assembly and a sample analysis device, and the sample loading assembly comprises a sample storage table which is provided with an automatic storage area and a manual storage area; the automatic storage bin is arranged in the automatic storage area, and the automatic storage bin is used for placing a first sample rack; the manual storage bin is arranged in the manual storage area, and the manual storage bin is used for placing a second sample rack; the transmission mechanism is provided with a transmission track for transmitting the first sample frame and the second sample frame to the sample analysis assembly; and the first transfer mechanism is movably arranged on the sample storage table and can be used for transporting the first sample frame from the automatic storage bin to the transmission track and transporting the second sample frame from the manual storage bin to the transmission track. According to the technical scheme, the problem that in the prior art, an automatic feeding sample analysis device cannot rapidly achieve rapid sample feeding of special samples such as emergency samples, calibration products and quality control products can be effectively solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical devices, and more specifically, to a sample loading component and a sample analysis device. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, by connecting the sample analyzer with the production line, the sample can be transferred between the production line and the sample analyzer, thereby achieving automated feeding and reducing the workload of operators.

[0003] However, in the above-mentioned combined device, the sample analyzer can only process samples from the single-tube carrier on the pipeline. When there are emergency samples or when quality control and calibration are required, the poor flexibility of the pipeline makes it difficult to quickly transfer the samples to the sample analyzer. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main objective of this invention is to provide a sample loading component and a sample analysis device to solve the problem that automated sample analysis devices in related technologies are unable to quickly load special samples such as emergency samples, calibration products, and quality control products.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of the present invention, a sample loading assembly is provided, comprising: a sample storage platform having an automatic storage area and a manual storage area; an automatic storage compartment disposed within the automatic storage area for holding a first sample holder; a manual storage compartment disposed within the manual storage area for holding a second sample holder; a transfer mechanism having a transfer track for transferring the first and second sample holders to a sample analysis assembly; and a first transfer mechanism movably disposed on the sample storage platform and capable of transporting the first sample holder from the automatic storage compartment to the transfer track and the second sample holder from the manual storage compartment to the transfer track.

[0006] Furthermore, the automatic storage area and the manual storage area are arranged adjacent to each other in the first direction, the first transfer mechanism is movably arranged along the first direction, the automatic storage area and the manual storage area are located on one side of the first transfer mechanism in the second direction, and the transfer mechanism is located on the other side of the first transfer mechanism in the second direction, wherein the second direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

[0007] Furthermore, the automated storage compartment includes a plurality of first slots arranged along a first direction, each first slot extending along a second direction and used to place a first sample holder; and / or, the manual storage compartment includes a plurality of second slots arranged along a first direction, each second slot extending along a second direction and used to place a second sample holder.

[0008] Furthermore, the manual storage compartment is slidably mounted on the sample storage platform and has a loading position extending out of the sample storage platform and a storage position that is fully retracted into the sample storage platform.

[0009] Furthermore, the automated storage compartment includes a base plate, a baffle located at one end of the base plate, and multiple partitions disposed on the base plate. The first ends of the multiple partitions are connected to the baffle, the second ends of the multiple partitions are free ends, and a first slot for placing a first sample rack is formed between two adjacent partitions.

[0010] Furthermore, at least one of the two adjacent partition plates is provided with an abutment mechanism, which includes an elastic element and a rolling abutment element. The rolling abutment element is rotatably arranged along the vertical axis, and the elastic element applies an elastic force toward the first sample holder to the rolling abutment element.

[0011] Furthermore, at least one of the two adjacent partition plates has a stop edge at its upper end, the stop edge engaging with the upper surface of the first sample holder; and / or, the first transfer mechanism can extend below the first sample holder and engage with the first sample holder, and the base plate has a clearance notch corresponding to each first slot for the first transfer mechanism to extend into.

[0012] Furthermore, the sample loading assembly also includes a second transfer mechanism disposed above the automatic storage area, which is capable of inserting sample tubes from the automatic delivery assembly into the first sample holder.

[0013] Furthermore, the sample storage station also has a temporary storage area, which is equipped with a temporary storage compartment for placing the first or second sample rack for information to be confirmed.

[0014] According to another aspect of the present invention, a sample analysis device is provided, including an automatic delivery component, a sample loading component, and a sample analysis component, wherein the sample loading component is disposed between the automatic delivery component and the sample analysis component, and the sample loading component is the aforementioned sample loading component.

[0015] Applying the technical solution of this utility model, the sample loading component includes an automatic storage compartment and a manual storage compartment. The automatic storage compartment stores sample tubes loaded online; the manual storage compartment is used to place a second sample rack. When emergency samples, calibration materials, or quality control materials need to be processed in the queue, the operator can insert the sample tube containing the corresponding sample into the second sample rack and place the second sample rack into the manual storage compartment. This allows samples to bypass the queue and be directly placed into the sample loading component. In other words, the manual storage compartment stores samples loaded offline, enabling special samples such as emergency samples, calibration materials, and quality control materials to be quickly loaded onto the sample loading component. A first transfer mechanism is movably mounted on the sample storage platform and can transport the first sample rack from the automatic storage compartment to the transfer track and the second sample rack from the manual storage compartment to the transfer track. The transfer track then transports the first and second sample racks to the sample analysis component. Therefore, the technical solution of this application can effectively solve the problem that automated sample analysis devices in related technologies are unable to quickly load special samples such as emergency samples, calibration products and quality control products. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 A perspective structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the sample loading component according to the present invention is shown, wherein a manual storage compartment is located at the storage position;

[0018] Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the sample loading component, wherein the manual storage compartment is located at the loading position;

[0019] Figure 3 It shows Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of a portion of the sample loading component;

[0020] Figure 4 It shows Figure 3 A top-view diagram of the sample loading component;

[0021] Figure 5 It shows Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the automatic storage compartment, the first sample rack, and the temporary storage compartment of the sample loading component;

[0022] Figure 6 It shows Figure 5 A cross-sectional schematic diagram of the automated storage compartment, the first sample rack, and the temporary storage compartment;

[0023] Figure 7 It shows Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the automatic storage bin and temporary storage bin of the sample loading component;

[0024] Figure 8 It shows Figure 7 An enlarged view of point A in the automated storage and temporary storage compartments;

[0025] Figure 9 It shows Figure 7 Cross-sectional view of the automated storage and temporary storage compartments;

[0026] Figure 10 It shows Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the manual storage compartment and the second sample rack of the sample loading component;

[0027] Figure 11 It shows Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the manual storage compartment, the second sample rack, and the transfer trolley of the sample loading component.

[0028] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0029] 1. Sample tubes;

[0030] 10. Sample storage platform; 11. Automatic storage area; 12. Manual storage area; 13. Temporary storage area; 14. Base frame; 15. Support platform; 16. Support frame; 17. Mounting rack;

[0031] 20. Automated storage compartment; 201. First sample rack; 21. First slot; 22. Base plate; 221. Clearance notch; 23. Baffle; 24. Divider plate; 25. Abutment mechanism; 251. Elastic element; 252. Rolling abutment element; 26. Edge retainer;

[0032] 30. Manual storage compartment; 301. Second sample rack; 31. Second slot;

[0033] 40. First transfer mechanism; 41. First guide rail; 42. Transfer trolley;

[0034] 50. Second transfer mechanism; 51. Second guide rail; 52. Robotic arm;

[0035] 60. Temporary storage warehouse;

[0036] a) First direction; b) Second direction. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit the present utility model or its application or use. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0038] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0039] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps described in these embodiments do not limit the scope of this invention. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following drawings denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it need not be further discussed in subsequent drawings.

[0040] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, this application provides a sample loading assembly. An embodiment of the sample loading assembly includes: a sample storage platform 10, an automated storage compartment 20, a manual storage compartment 30, a transport mechanism, and a first transfer mechanism 40. The sample storage platform 10 has an automated storage area 11 and a manual storage area 12; the automated storage compartment 20 is disposed within the automated storage area 11 and is used to hold a first sample holder 201; the manual storage compartment 30 is disposed within the manual storage area 12 and is used to hold a second sample holder 301; the transport mechanism has a transport track for transporting the first sample holder 201 and the second sample holder 301 to a sample analysis assembly; the first transfer mechanism 40 is movably disposed on the sample storage platform 10 and is capable of transporting the first sample holder 201 from the automated storage compartment 20 to the transport track and transporting the second sample holder 301 from the manual storage compartment 30 to the transport track.

[0041] Applying the technical solution of this embodiment, the sample loading component includes an automatic storage compartment 20 and a manual storage compartment 30. The automatic storage compartment 20 stores the sample tubes 1 loaded online. The manual storage compartment 30 is used to place the second sample rack 301. When there are emergency samples, calibration products, or quality control products (hereinafter referred to as special samples) that need to be processed in the queue, the operator can insert the sample tube 1 loaded with the corresponding sample into the second sample rack 301 and place the second sample rack 301 into the manual storage compartment 30. This allows the samples that skip the queue (hereinafter referred to as regular samples) to be directly placed into the sample loading component. In other words, the manual storage compartment 30 stores the samples loaded offline, so that special samples such as emergency samples, calibration products, and quality control products can be quickly loaded into the sample loading component. The first transfer mechanism 40 is movably mounted on the sample storage platform 10 and is capable of transporting the first sample rack 201 from the automated storage compartment 20 to the transfer track and the second sample rack 301 from the manual storage compartment 30 to the transfer track, and then the transfer track transports the first sample rack 201 and the second sample rack 301 to the sample analysis component. Therefore, the technical solution of this embodiment can effectively solve the problem in related technologies where automated sample analysis devices are difficult to quickly load special samples such as emergency samples, calibration products, and quality control products.

[0042] Preferably, the first transfer mechanism 40 can be set to prioritize the transfer of the second sample rack 301. That is, when a second sample rack 301 is detected to be placed on the manual storage compartment 30, the first transfer mechanism 40 will end the transfer of the current sample rack and directly transfer the second sample rack 301. After all the second sample racks 301 have been transferred, the first sample rack 201 will be transferred in sequence. This achieves the rapid transport of the second sample rack 301 to the sample analysis component.

[0043] The sample loading component of this embodiment has both online and offline sample loading functions, which enriches the sample loading methods and makes the operation more flexible for operators. It allows operators to load emergency samples in a timely manner through the manual storage compartment 30, avoiding the situation that may occur when transferring emergency samples through the automatic delivery component. (Quality control or calibration materials can also be loaded offline, allowing the instrument to complete quality control or calibration more quickly.) In addition, the sample loading component of this embodiment supports two loading modes: online and offline. This allows the sample analysis component to be used in conjunction with the automatic delivery component (also known as the pipeline) or to be used offline alone through the manual storage compartment 30 (for example, when online loading fails, offline loading can be used alone to complete the test).

[0044] In this embodiment, the automated storage compartment 20 is used to hold the first sample rack 201. The sample tube 1 transported by the automated conveying assembly can be inserted into the first sample rack 201, that is, the automated conveying assembly is used to transport the sample tube 1. Of course, in embodiments not shown in the figure, the automated conveying assembly can also be used to transport the first sample rack containing the sample tube.

[0045] It should be noted that the automatic storage compartment 20 and the manual storage compartment 30 can not only store sample tubes 1 from the automatic delivery component or manually loaded by the operator, but also store sample tubes 1 that have been tested at the sample analysis component and are ready to be transported back to the automatic delivery component or manually retrieved by the staff.

[0046] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the automatic storage area 11 and the manual storage area 12 are arranged adjacent to each other in the first direction a. The first transfer mechanism 40 is movably arranged along the first direction a. The automatic storage area 11 and the manual storage area 12 are located on one side of the first transfer mechanism 40 in the second direction b, and the transmission mechanism is located on the other side of the first transfer mechanism 40 in the second direction b, wherein the second direction b is perpendicular to the first direction a. The first transfer mechanism 40 is movably arranged along the arrangement direction of the automatic storage area 11 and the manual storage area 12, which facilitates the switching of the first transfer mechanism 40 between its alignment with the automatic storage compartment 20 and its alignment with the manual storage compartment 30. The sample storage area (i.e., the automatic storage area 11, the manual storage area 12, and the temporary storage area 13 mentioned later) and the transmission mechanism are respectively located on both sides of the first transfer mechanism 40 arranged opposite to each other in the second direction b, further simplifying the transfer path of the first transfer mechanism 40.

[0047] like Figures 1 to 4 as well as Figures 7 to 8As shown, the automated storage compartment 20 includes a plurality of first slots 21 arranged along a first direction a, each first slot 21 extending along a second direction b and used to place a first sample holder 201. The first slots 21 extending along the second direction b enable a first transfer mechanism 40 to place the first sample holder 201 onto or remove the first sample holder 201 from the automated storage compartment 20 along the second direction b.

[0048] like Figures 1 to 4 as well as Figure 10 As shown, the manual storage compartment 30 includes a plurality of second slots 31 arranged along a first direction a, each second slot 31 extending along a second direction b and used to place a second sample holder 301. The second slots 31 extending along the second direction b enable the first transfer mechanism 40 to place the second sample holder 301 onto or remove the second sample holder 301 from the manual storage compartment 30 along the second direction b.

[0049] Specifically, such as Figures 1 to 4 as well as Figure 11 As shown, the first transfer mechanism 40 includes a first guide rail 41 extending along a first direction a and a transfer trolley 42 movably disposed on the first guide rail 41. The transfer trolley 42 includes a housing portion disposed on the first guide rail 41 and a plug-in mating portion that can move along a second direction b and a vertical direction. When it is necessary to remove the first sample holder 201 or the second sample holder 301, the plug-in mating portion is controlled to move below the corresponding sample holder, then the plug-in mating portion is moved upward to plug into the sample holder, and finally the plug-in mating portion is controlled to move along the second direction b, thus realizing the removal of the sample holder. The process of placing the sample holder is the reverse of the above-described process and will not be described in detail here.

[0050] The transfer trolley 42 is driven and guided by a drive structure consisting of a first guide rail 41, a synchronous belt, a synchronous pulley, and a synchronous belt drive motor to reciprocate in the first direction a; a drive structure consisting of a guide rail, a synchronous belt, a synchronous pulley, and a synchronous belt drive motor can be set inside the housing so that the insertion and mating part can reciprocate linearly in the second direction b inside the housing; the insertion and mating part is driven by a linear stepper motor to perform lifting and lowering movements.

[0051] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the manual storage compartment 30 is slidably mounted on the sample storage platform 10 and has a loading position extending out of the sample storage platform 10 and a storage position fully retracted into the sample storage platform 10. That is, the manual storage compartment 30 adopts a drawer-type structure. When there are special samples that need to be processed first, the manual storage compartment 30 can be slid from the storage position to the loading position. At this time, the manual storage compartment 30 extends out of the sample storage platform 10, which facilitates the operator to place the second sample rack 301.

[0052] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the sample storage platform 10 includes a base frame 14, a support frame 16, and a mounting frame 17. The upper surface of the base frame 14 forms a support platform 15. The support frame 16, the mounting frame 17, and the first transfer mechanism 40 are all mounted on the support platform 15. The automatic storage compartment 20 is fixedly mounted on the mounting frame 17, and the manual storage compartment 30 is slidably mounted on the mounting frame 17. The sample storage platform 10 also includes a shell (not shown) covering the outer periphery of the base frame 14 and the support frame 16.

[0053] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the manual storage compartment 30 is slidably mounted on the mounting frame 17 along the first direction a. Of course, in an embodiment not shown in the figure, the manual storage compartment can also be slidably mounted on the mounting frame along the second direction; or the manual storage compartment can be fixedly mounted on the mounting frame and have an openable cover structure on the housing, allowing the operator to place the second sample rack into the manual storage compartment by opening the cover structure.

[0054] like Figures 5 to 9 As shown, the automated storage compartment 20 includes a base plate 22, a baffle 23 located at one end of the base plate 22, and multiple partitions 24 disposed on the base plate 22. The first ends of the partitions 24 are connected to the baffle 23, and the second ends of the partitions 24 are free ends. A first slot 21 for placing a first sample rack 201 is formed between two adjacent partitions 24. The automated storage compartment 20 for placing the first sample rack 201 is formed by the combination of the base plate 22, the baffle 23, and the partitions 24, which has the advantage of simple structure. The base plate 22 provides vertical support for the first sample rack 201, and the baffle 23 provides vertical support for the first sample rack 201. Figure 1 The limiting and separating plate 24 in the Y direction (i.e., the second direction b) can limit the first sample holder 201. Figure 1 The limiting position in the X direction (i.e., the first direction a) ensures the positional stability and accuracy of the first sample holder 201 within the automated storage compartment 20. Specifically, the baffle 23 can be directly connected to the base plate 22, or the baffle 23 and the base plate 22 can be indirectly connected through a partition plate 24.

[0055] like Figure 9As shown, at least one of the two adjacent partition plates 24 is provided with an abutment mechanism 25. The abutment mechanism 25 includes an elastic member 251 and a rolling abutment member 252. The rolling abutment member 252 is rotatably arranged along the vertical axis. The elastic member 251 applies an elastic force toward the rolling abutment member 252 toward the first sample holder 201. The abutment mechanism 25 can be held in the state of abutting the first sample holder 201 under the action of the elastic member 251. During the process of the first sample holder 201 moving into and out of the automatic storage compartment 20, the rolling abutment member 252 can roll to reduce the resistance to the movement of the first sample holder 201, thereby ensuring the stability and smoothness of the first sample holder 201 during insertion and removal. At the same time, it can ensure the positional stability and positional accuracy of the first sample holder 201 inside the automatic storage compartment 20, and prevent the first sample holder 201 from shifting position during the removal and placement of sample tubes 1. This makes it easier for the second transfer mechanism 50 to accurately insert the sample tubes 1 on the automatic conveying assembly into the designated position of the first sample holder 201.

[0056] Specifically, in this embodiment, the elastic element 251 is a torsion spring structure.

[0057] like Figures 6 to 8 As shown, at least one of the two adjacent partitions 24 has a stop 26 at its upper end, and the stop 26 engages with the upper surface of the first sample holder 201. The stop 26 stops the upper surface of the first sample holder 201, preventing the first sample holder 201 from moving upward out of the automatic storage compartment 20 (i.e., preventing the first sample holder 201 from moving upward out of the automatic storage compartment 20). Figure 1 (Limited in the Z direction). Specifically, since the inner wall of the first sample holder 201 is provided with a spring sheet structure for fixing the sample tube 1, when the robotic arm 52 picks up the sample tube 1 and moves it upward out of the first sample holder 201, the first sample holder 201 will tend to move upward along with the sample tube 1 due to the action of the spring sheet structure. The setting of the stop 26 can effectively block the first sample holder 201 and prevent it from being carried upward along with the sample tube 1.

[0058] like Figure 6 and Figure 8 As shown, the first transfer mechanism 40 can extend below the first sample rack 201 and can be inserted into the first sample rack 201. The base plate 22 is provided with a clearance notch 221 corresponding to each first slot 21 for the first transfer mechanism 40 to extend into. The clearance notch 221 exposes the slot structure on the first sample rack 201 that mates with the insertion part of the first transfer mechanism 40, making it easier for the first transfer mechanism 40 to remove the first sample rack 201 from the automatic storage compartment 20.

[0059] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the sample loading assembly also includes a second transfer mechanism 50 disposed above the automatic storage area 11. The second transfer mechanism 50 is capable of inserting the sample tube 1 from the automatic delivery assembly into the first sample holder 201. Specifically, the second transfer mechanism 50 includes a second guide rail 51 disposed on the support frame 16, a third guide rail disposed on the second guide rail 51, a lifting mechanism disposed on the third guide rail, and a robotic arm 52 disposed on the lifting mechanism. The second guide rail 51 is positioned along... Figure 1 Extending in the X direction, the third guide rail along Figure 1 Extending in the Y direction, the lifting mechanism can carry the robotic arm 52 along... Figure 1 The robotic arm 52 moves in the Z direction, thereby realizing three-dimensional motion, which enables the robotic arm 52 to insert a single sample tube 1 from the automatic delivery assembly into the first sample holder 201.

[0060] Specifically, the range of motion of the robotic arm 52 can cover the entire automated storage bin 20 and the single-tube carrier placement and retrieval points on the automated conveying assembly. Through a three-degree-of-freedom Cartesian coordinate motion mechanism composed of linear guides, synchronous pulleys, synchronous belts, and motors, the robotic arm 52 can be controlled to perform translational motion within a given cuboid area.

[0061] Specifically, the first sample holder 201 has multiple sample insertion holes arranged in a row. The structure of the second sample holder 301 is similar to that of the first sample holder 201. To facilitate the operator in placing the second sample holder 301 onto the manual storage compartment 30, a handle can be provided at one end of the second sample holder 301, allowing the user to grip the handle along the row. Figure 4 The second sample holder 301 is placed in the second slot 31 in the second direction b. A stop bar structure is provided on the side of the second slot 31 near the transfer trolley 42. When the user manually places the second sample holder 301 into the second slot 31, the stop bar structure can stop the second sample holder 301 and limit its movement in the second direction b to the limit position. When the second sample holder 301 needs to be transferred by the transfer trolley 42, the lever structure on the transfer trolley 42 can drive the stop bar structure to switch from a position that blocks the movement of the second sample holder 301 in the second direction b to a position that avoids the second sample holder 301, so that the transfer trolley 42 can smoothly carry the second sample holder 301 out in the second direction b.

[0062] like Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the sample storage station 10 also has a temporary storage area 13, within which a temporary storage compartment 60 is provided. The temporary storage compartment 60 is used to place either the first sample rack 201 or the second sample rack 301 containing information to be confirmed. For example, if the sample loading component experiences an abnormal power failure, and the transfer trolley 42 has a sample rack on it, but due to the loss of some information, the transfer trolley 42 does not know whether to send the sample rack to the automatic storage compartment 20 or the manual storage compartment 30. Therefore, during initialization, the sample rack can be placed in the temporary storage compartment 60 first. After re-scanning to obtain the rack number information, the type of sample rack can be determined based on the rack number information.

[0063] Specifically, in this embodiment, the automated storage compartment 20 can hold 20 first sample racks 201, the manual storage compartment 30 can hold 10 second sample racks 301, and the temporary storage compartment 60 can hold 1 sample rack, meaning the sample loading component can store a total of 31 sample racks. Of course, the number of sample racks that each storage compartment can store can be set by the designer as needed, and is not limited to the specific number given in this embodiment.

[0064] The transport trolley 42 is equipped with a scanner. When the sample rack enters or exits the transport trolley 42, the scanner can scan the rack number, the hole number on the sample rack, and the tube number of the sample tube 1 inside the hole to obtain sample rack information and sample information. Generally, when placing sample tube 1, the barcode on sample tube 1 is controlled to face the opening position of the corresponding hole on the sample rack so that the scanner on the transport trolley 42 can scan it. However, during the transport of the sample rack, shaking may cause the barcode of sample tube 1 to not face the opening position of the corresponding hole on the sample rack, resulting in scanning failure of sample tube 1.

[0065] To obtain information about sample tubes that failed to scan, the sample loading assembly may also include a barcode scanning component consisting of a camera, a reflector, a sample tube holder, and a rotary motor, used to read the barcode on the sample tube 1 during rotation. By cooperating with the robotic arm 52, the barcode scanning component can scan the sample tube 1 that failed to scan on the transfer cart 42. Furthermore, when the sample loading assembly resumes operation after an abnormal power outage, the information of the sample tube 1 on the temporary storage compartment 60 or the transfer cart 42 may be lost. The barcode scanning component can be used to scan the sample tube 1 to recover and confirm the information. In this case, the robotic arm 52 needs to grip the sample tube 1 and place it at the barcode scanning component. The sample tube 1 rotates within the barcode holder under the drive of the rotating scanning mechanism, and the barcode on the sample tube 1 is read by the image recognition system. After reading the barcode, the robotic arm 52 then places the sample tube 1 back into the sample rack in the temporary storage area 13.

[0066] This application also provides a sample analysis device. An embodiment of the sample analysis device includes an automatic conveying component, a sample loading component, and a sample analysis component. The sample loading component is disposed between the automatic conveying component and the sample analysis component, and is the aforementioned sample loading component. The aforementioned sample loading component effectively solves the problem in related technologies where automated feeding sample analysis devices struggle to quickly load special samples such as emergency samples, calibration samples, and quality control samples. The sample analysis device with the aforementioned sample loading component also possesses the aforementioned advantages.

[0067] Specifically, the interface between the sample loading component and the automatic delivery component (which can also be called a pipeline) is used to connect the sample analysis component and the automatic delivery component and to transfer the sample between the automatic delivery component and the sample analysis component.

[0068] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. The directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of each component itself.

[0069] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0070] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore cannot be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0071] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A sample loading component, characterized in that, include: The sample storage station (10) has an automatic storage area (11) and a manual storage area (12); An automated storage compartment (20) is disposed within the automated storage area (11), and the automated storage compartment (20) is used to place the first sample rack (201); A manual storage compartment (30) is provided within the manual storage area (12), and the manual storage compartment (30) is used to place the second sample rack (301); The transmission mechanism has a transmission track for transmitting the first sample holder (201) and the second sample holder (301) to the sample analysis component; The first transfer mechanism (40) is movably disposed on the sample storage platform (10) and is capable of transporting the first sample rack (201) from the automated storage bin (20) to the transfer track and transporting the second sample rack (301) from the manual storage bin (30) to the transfer track.

2. The sample loading component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The automatic storage area (11) and the manual storage area (12) are arranged adjacent to each other in a first direction (a), the first transfer mechanism (40) is movably arranged along the first direction (a), the automatic storage area (11) and the manual storage area (12) are located on one side of the first transfer mechanism (40) in a second direction (b), and the transmission mechanism is located on the other side of the first transfer mechanism (40) in the second direction (b), wherein the second direction (b) is perpendicular to the first direction (a).

3. The sample loading component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The automated storage compartment (20) includes a plurality of first slots (21) arranged along the first direction (a), each first slot (21) extending along the second direction (b) and used to place one of the first sample racks (201); and / or, The manual storage compartment (30) includes a plurality of second slots (31) arranged along the first direction (a), each second slot (31) extending along the second direction (b) and used to place a second sample rack (301).

4. The sample loading component according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The manual storage compartment (30) is slidably disposed on the sample storage platform (10) and has a loading position extending out of the sample storage platform (10) and a storage position fully retracted into the sample storage platform (10).

5. The sample loading component according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The automated storage compartment (20) includes a base plate (22), a baffle (23) located at one end of the base plate (22), and a plurality of partition plates (24) disposed on the base plate (22). The first end of the plurality of partition plates (24) is connected to the baffle (23), the second end of the plurality of partition plates (24) is a free end, and a first slot (21) for placing a first sample rack (201) is formed between two adjacent partition plates (24).

6. The sample loading component according to claim 5, characterized in that, At least one of the two adjacent partition plates (24) is provided with an abutment mechanism (25), the abutment mechanism (25) including an elastic element (251) and a rolling abutment element (252), the rolling abutment element (252) being rotatably disposed along a vertical axis, the elastic element (251) applying an elastic force toward the rolling abutment element (252) toward the first sample holder (201).

7. The sample loading component according to claim 5, characterized in that, At least one of the two adjacent partitions (24) has a stop (26) at its upper end, the stop (26) engaging with the upper surface of the first sample holder (201); and / or, The first transfer mechanism (40) can extend under the first sample rack (201) and can be inserted into the first sample rack (201). The base plate (22) is provided with a clearance notch (221) for the first transfer mechanism (40) to extend into each of the first slots (21).

8. The sample loading component according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The sample loading assembly also includes a second transfer mechanism (50) disposed above the automatic storage area (11), the second transfer mechanism (50) being capable of inserting the sample tube (1) on the automatic delivery assembly onto the first sample rack (201).

9. The sample loading component according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The sample storage station (10) also has a temporary storage area (13), in which a temporary storage compartment (60) is provided. The temporary storage compartment (60) is used to place the first sample rack (201) or the second sample rack (301) for the information to be confirmed.

10. A sample analysis apparatus, comprising an automatic delivery component, a sample loading component, and a sample analysis component, characterized in that, The sample loading component is disposed between the automatic delivery component and the sample analysis component, and the sample loading component is the sample loading component according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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