Portable fungus sampling assisting device
By designing a portable fungal sampling aid device, the problems of inconvenient tool carrying, easy contamination, and low operational efficiency were solved, realizing portable, stable, and efficient fungal sampling, avoiding sample contamination, and improving the stability and accuracy of the operation.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- FOURTH MILITARY MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-28
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
Existing fungal sampling tools suffer from problems such as being inconvenient to carry, easily contaminating samples, having low operational efficiency, and being uncomfortable to hold.
A portable fungal sampling aid device was designed, including a sampling handle, a storage rack, a conical pen tip, a blade head, a rake head, and a rubber tube sleeve. It has a compact structure, is easy to carry and operate, is equipped with a variety of sampling heads, is easy to install and replace, and has an isolation membrane and sealing structure to avoid sample contamination.
It achieves a fungal sampling effect that is highly portable, stable in operation, efficient, and avoids sample contamination, thus improving the stability and accuracy of the operation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to a portable fungal sampling auxiliary device. Background Technology
[0002] Fungi, as an important group of organisms in nature, have invaluable research significance in areas such as ecosystem material cycling, biodiversity maintenance, medicine, and agriculture. Whether collecting samples of naturally growing fungi during field expeditions or observing and collecting samples of cultured fungi in the laboratory, obtaining high-quality, uncontaminated samples is a crucial prerequisite for subsequent research.
[0003] Current techniques for fungal sampling still present numerous inconveniences. In the field, researchers often need to carry various sampling tools with different functions, such as blades, shovels, and spoons. These tools are scattered and difficult to store, increasing the burden of carrying them and making them prone to damage from collisions during transport. Furthermore, the complex field environment means that exposed tools are easily contaminated with dust and impurities, leading to sample contamination and affecting the accuracy of research results. In laboratory settings, although the environment is relatively clean, changing and cleaning traditional sampling tools is cumbersome. Different fungal morphologies require different tools; frequent tool changes not only reduce operational efficiency but also, if cleaning is incomplete, can easily cause cross-contamination between samples, interfering with experiments. In addition, some sampling tools are uncomfortable to hold, especially during prolonged use, easily leading to hand fatigue and affecting the stability and accuracy of sampling. Therefore, a portable fungal sampling aid device is proposed. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems of inconvenient tool carrying, easy sample contamination, low operating efficiency, and uncomfortable grip during fungal sampling. Developing a fungal sampling auxiliary device that is compact, portable, practical, multifunctional, and can effectively avoid contamination is of great practical significance.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a portable fungal sampling auxiliary device, comprising a sampling tool handle, a storage rack inserted into the inside of the sampling tool handle, and conical pen tips glued to both the front end of the sampling tool handle and the rear end of the storage rack, one of the conical pen tips having a blade inserted into it, and the other having a rake / spoon tip inserted into it, and six spare sampling heads installed inside the storage rack, the surface of the spare sampling heads being protectively wrapped and fixed with an isolation film, and a rubber tube sleeve glued and fixed to the middle of the outer side of the sampling tool handle.
[0006] Preferably, the outer side of the rubber sleeve is provided with multiple annular grooves evenly distributed.
[0007] Preferably, the storage rack includes a partition rod inserted into the handle of the feeder, consisting of a pull rod and partitions, with the partitions distributed between the spare feed heads; and a silicone ring glued and fixed to the rear end of the partition rod to seal the gap between the rear end of the partition rod and the inner wall of the feeder handle.
[0008] Preferably, the silicone ring has two annular grooves on its outer side to increase its sealing effect.
[0009] Preferably, the conical pen tip includes a hollow cone glued to the front end of the feeder handle and the rear end of the partition rod for inserting the rear ends of the blade head and the rake head; a short silicone sleeve glued and fixed inside the hollow cone to increase the friction between the rear ends of the blade head and the rake head and the hollow cone.
[0010] Preferably, the inner wall of the silicone short sleeve is provided with multiple annular grooves evenly distributed to increase its friction.
[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: the overall structure of this fungal sampling auxiliary device is compact, highly portable, and easy to carry and operate; it is equipped with a variety of sampling heads and spare parts to adapt to fungal samples of different morphologies, and has multiple functions; it is easy to install and replace, stable and comfortable to hold, and has high operating efficiency; the disposable sampling head design, combined with the isolation membrane and sealing structure, effectively avoids sample contamination; the main body is reusable, taking into account both practicality and economy. Attached Figure Description
[0012] Appendix Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0013] Appendix Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the material extractor handle, storage rack, and isolation membrane structure of this utility model.
[0014] Appendix Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the storage rack structure of this utility model;
[0015] Appendix Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the conical pen tip structure of this utility model;
[0016] Appendix Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the disconnection structure of the isolation membrane of this utility model.
[0017] Illustrations: 1. Material feeder handle; 2. Storage rack; 201. Divider rod; 202. Silicone ring; 3. Conical pen tip; 301. Hollow cone; 302. Short silicone sleeve; 4. Blade head; 5. Rake spoon head; 6. Spare material feeder head; 7. Separating membrane; 8. Rubber tube sleeve. Detailed Implementation
[0018] 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. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0019] See Figure 1-5 As shown in the figure, a portable fungal sampling aid device in this embodiment includes a sampling tool handle 1. A storage rack 2 is inserted into the sampling tool handle 1. A conical pen tip 3 is glued to both the front end of the sampling tool handle 1 and the rear end of the storage rack 2. One of the conical pen tips 3 has a blade head 4 inserted into it, and another conical pen tip 3 has a rake head 5 inserted into it. Six spare sampling heads 6 are installed inside the storage rack 2. The surface of each spare sampling head 6 is protectedly wrapped with an isolation film 7. A rubber tube sleeve 8 is glued to the middle of the outer side of the sampling tool handle 1.
[0020] Multiple annular grooves are evenly distributed on the outer side of the rubber sleeve 8.
[0021] Specifically, the material feeder handle 1 serves as the main gripping part of the device, providing operational support for the user. The interior provides an insertable installation space for the storage rack 2, enabling the storage rack 2 to be conveniently stored. The front end is glued with a conical pen tip 3 for installing a blade tip 4 or other material feeder tips, forming the basic structure for material feeder operation.
[0022] The core function of the storage rack 2 is to store the spare material heads 6. The internal partition structure separates the different spare material heads to prevent them from coming into contact with each other and causing contamination or damage. It is installed in the handle 1 of the material feeder in an insert-type manner, so that the spare parts can be carried easily without taking up extra space.
[0023] The conical pen tip 3 is glued to the front end of the material feeder handle 1 and the rear end of the storage rack 2, respectively, serving as the mounting carrier for the blade head 4, the rake head 5 and the spare material feeder head 6;
[0024] The blade tip 4 is a dedicated sampling component used to cut hard or blocky fungal samples, making it easy to obtain blocky samples that meet the requirements.
[0025] The rake spoon head 5 is a special material collection component used to collect loose, powdery fungal samples or to scoop fungal samples from liquid environments. It is suitable for processing samples with relatively loose morphology.
[0026] The spare sampling head 6 serves as a replacement part. When the blade head 4 or the rake head 5 is damaged or other types of sampling heads are needed, it can be selected and replaced. There are various types, including but not limited to the blade head 4, the rake head 5 and other suitable special sampling heads, to meet the sampling needs of different fungal samples.
[0027] The isolation film 7 is protectively wrapped around the surface of the spare sampling head 6, which isolates and protects the spare sampling head 6 from external contamination during storage and ensures the cleanliness of the spare sampling head 6.
[0028] The rubber sleeve 8 is bonded and fixed to the middle of the outer side of the material feeder handle 1, which enhances the friction when the user holds it, prevents the device from slipping out of the hand during operation, and improves the grip comfort. The multiple annular grooves evenly distributed on its outer side can further increase the friction between the hand and the handle, especially when the hands are wet.
[0029] See appendix Figure 1-5 As shown, the storage rack 2 includes a partition rod 201 that is inserted into the material feeder handle 1, consisting of a pull rod and a partition, with the partition distributed between the spare material feed heads 6; a silicone ring 202 is glued and fixed to the rear end of the partition rod 201 to seal the gap between the rear end of the partition rod 201 and the inner wall of the material feeder handle 1.
[0030] The silicone ring 202 has two annular grooves on its outer side to increase its sealing effect.
[0031] Specifically, the partition rod 201 consists of a pull rod and a partition. The partition is distributed between the spare material heads 6, which serves to separate and fix the spare material heads for easy access. The pull rod makes it easy to pull the storage rack out of the material feeder handle. The partition rod 201 also supports the inner wall of the material feeder handle 1 and strengthens the structure of the material feeder handle 1.
[0032] The silicone ring 202 is bonded and fixed to the rear end of the partition rod to seal the gap between the rear end of the partition rod and the inner wall of the sampler handle, preventing external dust and impurities from entering and contaminating the spare sample head. The two annular grooves on its outer side can enhance the sealing effect and improve the fit with the inner wall of the handle.
[0033] See appendix Figure 1-5 As shown, the conical pen tip 3 includes a hollow cone 301 glued to the front end of the material feeder handle 1 and the rear end of the partition rod 201 for inserting the rear ends of the blade head 4 and the rake head 5; and a silicone short sleeve 302 glued and fixed inside the hollow cone 301 to increase the friction between the rear ends of the blade head 4 and the rake head 5 and the hollow cone 301.
[0034] The inner wall of the silicone short sleeve 302 is evenly provided with multiple annular grooves to increase its friction.
[0035] Specifically, the hollow cone 301 provides an insertion space for the rear end of the blade head 4, the rake head 5, and the spare material handling head 6 to be inserted, enabling quick installation and replacement of the components;
[0036] The silicone short sleeve 302 is bonded and fixed inside the hollow cone 301. Its elasticity increases the friction between the rear end of the blade head 4, the rake head 5, and the spare material-collecting head 6 and the hollow cone 301, preventing the parts from accidentally falling off during the material-collecting process. The multiple annular grooves on its inner wall can further enhance the friction and improve the installation stability.
[0037] When this utility model is in operation: when adjusting the grip posture, the hand grasps the rubber sleeve 8 on the outside of the material feeder handle 1, and uses the annular groove on its surface to enhance the friction, ensuring a stable grip and preventing slippage during operation;
[0038] When selecting a sampling head according to the sample type, if it is necessary to process fungal samples that are hard or lumpy, select the blade head 4 inside the conical pen head 3 and insert it into the conical pen head 3 at the front end of the sampler handle 1. Fix it by the friction of the silicone short sleeve 302. If it is necessary to process fungal samples in loose, powdery or liquid environments, replace it with the rake head 5 and similarly insert it into the conical pen head 3 for fixation.
[0039] When using the spare sampling head, hold the conical pen tip 3 at the rear end of the storage rack 2, pull out the partition rod 201, so that the storage rack 2 is pulled out from the sampling tool handle 1, select the required spare sampling head 6 from the partition space of the storage rack 2, peel off the surface isolation film 7, insert the spare sampling head 6 into the conical pen tip 3 at the front end of the sampling tool handle 1, and ensure that it is installed firmly.
[0040] When using the blade head 4 and the rake head 5 or two other material-collecting heads at the same time, the material-collecting heads can be inserted into the conical pen head 3 at the front end of the material-collecting handle 1 and the rear end of the storage rack (2) simultaneously.
[0041] When using the blade tip 4 to collect samples, hold the rubber sleeve 8, align the blade tip 4 with the area to be sampled from the target fungal sample, and gently apply pressure to cut and obtain a appropriately sized block sample. Maintain stability during operation to avoid sample breakage or contamination.
[0042] When collecting samples, use the rake head 5 to scoop up loose powdery samples, or gently scoop up samples containing fungi from liquid environments such as culture media, ensuring that the samples fall completely into the groove of the rake head 5 to avoid spillage;
[0043] When removing the sampling head, pull out the blade head 4, rake head 5 and spare sampling head 6 from the conical pen head 3 and discard them directly. The blade head 4, rake head 5 and spare sampling head 6 are disposable sampling heads to avoid incomplete cleaning and contamination of the sample during the next sampling.
[0044] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A portable fungal sampling aid device, characterized in that: The device includes a material feeder handle (1), a storage rack (2) is inserted into the material feeder handle (1), and a conical pen tip (3) is glued to both the front end of the material feeder handle (1) and the rear end of the storage rack (2). One of the conical pen tips (3) has a blade tip (4) inserted into it, and the other conical pen tip (3) has a rake tip (5) inserted into it. Six spare material feeders (6) are installed inside the storage rack (2). The surface of the spare material feeders (6) is protected by an isolation film (7). A rubber tube sleeve (8) is glued to the middle of the outer side of the material feeder handle (1).
2. A portable fungus sampling aid according to claim 1, characterised in that: The rubber sleeve (8) has multiple annular grooves evenly distributed on its outer side.
3. A portable fungus sampling aid according to claim 2, wherein: The storage rack (2) includes a partition rod (201) inserted into the feeder handle (1), which is composed of a pull rod and a partition, with the partition distributed between the spare feed heads (6); a silicone ring (202) is glued and fixed to the rear end of the partition rod (201) to seal the gap between the rear end of the partition rod (201) and the inner wall of the feeder handle (1).
4. A portable fungus sampling aid according to claim 3, wherein: The silicone ring (202) has two annular grooves on its outer side to increase its sealing effect.
5. A portable fungus sampling aid according to claim 4, wherein: The conical pen tip (3) includes a hollow cone (301) glued to the front end of the feeder handle (1) and the rear end of the partition rod (201) for inserting the rear ends of the blade head (4) and the rake head (5); a silicone short sleeve (302) glued and fixed inside the hollow cone (301) to increase the friction between the rear ends of the blade head (4) and the rake head (5) and the hollow cone (301).
6. A portable fungus sampling aid according to claim 5, wherein: The inner wall of the silicone short sleeve (302) is evenly provided with multiple annular grooves to increase its friction.