Blood collection tube sorting device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a blood collection tube sorting device, including frame, sliding disc, code scanner, a plurality of collection box and pushing material subassembly, sliding disc is along the first horizontal direction and is installed in frame, and the upper surface of sliding disc is equipped with a plurality of limit slot, and limit slot extends along the second horizontal direction perpendicular to the first horizontal direction, and limit slot is used for placing blood collection tube and makes the bar code on blood collection tube upward, and code scanner is located in frame and is higher than sliding disc, and code scanner is equipped with the code scanning head to the downward, to when sliding disc slides through the below of code scanner, carries out the code scanning to the bar code on blood collection tube, and a plurality of collection box places in frame, and pushing material subassembly is equipped with sliding disc or frame to according to the code scanning result of code scanner, pushes blood collection tube to corresponding collection box in. The utility model can reduce blood collection tube rolling, and makes code scanner can accurately identify the bar code on blood collection tube.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of blood collection tube sorting technology, and in particular to a blood collection tube sorting device. Background Technology

[0002] A blood collection tube sorting device is used to sort blood collection tubes after blood collection, grouping tubes of the same testing type together. In existing technology, a blood collection tube sorting device mainly includes a frame, conveyor belt, barcode scanner, pushing mechanism, and collection boxes. During use, the blood collection tube is placed on the conveyor belt, which moves it to the vicinity of the barcode scanner. The scanner scans and identifies the barcode on the blood collection tube, and the pushing mechanism pushes the tube into the corresponding collection box based on the scanner's identification result, thus achieving sorting.

[0003] However, during use, it was found that the existing blood collection tube sorting device is prone to rolling when the conveyor belt transports the blood collection tubes, which makes it difficult for the barcode scanner to accurately identify the barcode on the blood collection tubes, resulting in poor practicality. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a blood collection tube sorting device that reduces the rolling of blood collection tubes, enabling barcode scanners to accurately identify the barcodes on the blood collection tubes.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a blood collection tube sorting device includes a frame, a sliding plate, a barcode scanner, multiple collection boxes, and a pushing assembly. The sliding plate is slidably mounted on the frame along a first horizontal direction. The upper surface of the sliding plate is provided with multiple limiting grooves, which extend along a second horizontal direction perpendicular to the first horizontal direction. The limiting grooves are used to place blood collection tubes with the barcodes on the blood collection tubes facing upwards. The barcode scanner is located on the frame and is higher than the sliding plate. The barcode scanner has a downward-facing scanning dock to scan the barcodes on the blood collection tubes when the sliding plate slides past the bottom of the barcode scanner. The multiple collection boxes are placed on the frame. The pushing assembly is provided with the sliding plate or the frame to push the blood collection tubes into the corresponding collection boxes according to the scanning results of the barcode scanner.

[0006] The blood collection tube sorting device according to the embodiments of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0007] When sorting blood collection tubes, multiple tubes are placed in the various limiting slots of a sliding tray, with the barcodes facing upwards. The tray then slides, and as it passes under a barcode scanner, the scanner scans the barcodes on the tubes using its scanning dock. Based on the scanner's scan results, the pushing component pushes the tubes into the corresponding collection boxes, thus achieving sorting. In this application, the sliding tray moves the blood collection tubes with minimal vibration, and the limiting slots effectively reduce tube rolling, ensuring the barcodes remain facing upwards. This allows the scanner to accurately identify the barcodes on the tubes, improving practicality.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the limiting groove includes two sets, the two sets of limiting grooves are respectively located on both sides of the slide, and the limiting grooves in the same set are arranged along the first horizontal direction. The collection box includes two sets, the two sets of collection boxes are respectively located on both sides of the frame, and the collection boxes in the same set are arranged along the first horizontal direction.

[0009] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the outer end of the limiting groove is provided through.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the slide plate is provided with an installation groove between the two sets of limiting grooves, the inner end of the limiting groove is provided through, the installation groove is provided with a first installation part, the pushing component includes a plurality of telescopic members, the plurality of telescopic members are provided in the first installation part and correspond one-to-one with the plurality of limiting grooves, the telescopic members extend and retract along the second horizontal direction, and when the telescopic members are extended, they are used to abut and push the blood collection tube.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a limiting member is provided at one end of the telescopic member away from the first mounting part. When the telescopic member pushes the blood collection tube, the limiting member is located above the blood collection tube to restrict the blood collection tube from moving upward.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the limiting member is bent upward from both sides to the middle into an arc-shaped plate structure, and the axis of the limiting member extends along the second horizontal direction.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the blood collection tube includes a tube body and a tube cap, and the limiting groove includes a first groove segment and a second groove segment. The first groove segment is arc-shaped and is used to place the tube body.

[0014] The second groove is connected to the outer end of the first groove. The second groove is arc-shaped and is used to place the tube cap.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the frame is provided with second mounting portions on both sides of the slide plate, the second mounting portions are provided with racks extending along the first horizontal direction, the slide plate is provided with two gears, the two gears mesh with the two racks respectively, the slide plate is provided with a motor, and the motor is connected to one of the gears in a transmission connection.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the slide plate is provided with receiving grooves on both sides, and the second mounting part, the rack and the gear are all located in the receiving grooves.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a receiving area is formed in the middle of the frame along the first horizontal direction, the slide is placed in the receiving area, and a feeding area is formed outside both ends of the receiving area. Two barcode scanners are provided, and the two barcode scanners are respectively located above both ends of the receiving area.

[0018] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and some advantages will become apparent from the description or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the blood collection tube sorting device;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A sectional view;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing the telescopic components pushing the corresponding blood collection tubes.

[0024] Icon labels:

[0025] Frame 100; Second mounting section 101; Rack 102; Receiving area 103; Discharging area 104

[0026] Slide plate 200; limiting groove 201; mounting groove 202; first mounting part 203; first groove section 204; second groove section 205; gear 206; receiving groove 207;

[0027] Barcode scanner 300; Dock scanner 301;

[0028] Collection box 400;

[0029] Material pusher assembly 500; telescopic component 501; limiting component 502;

[0030] Blood collection tube 600; barcode 601; tube body 602; tube cap 603. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0032] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, etc., are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0033] In the description of this utility model, "multiple" refers to two or more. The use of "first" and "second" is for distinguishing technical features only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of technical features or their sequential relationship.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0035] The following is for reference. Figures 1 to 4 This invention describes a blood collection tube sorting device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] refer to Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the blood collection tube sorting device according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a frame 100, a slide 200, a barcode scanner 300, multiple collection boxes 400, and a pusher assembly 500.

[0037] The slide plate 200 is slidably mounted on the frame 100 along a first horizontal direction. For example, the frame 100 may be provided with a guide rail that extends along the first horizontal direction, and the slide plate 200 is slidably mounted on the guide rail. The upper surface of the slide plate 200 is provided with a plurality of limiting grooves 201, which extend along a second horizontal direction perpendicular to the first horizontal direction. The cross-section of the limiting groove 201 may be arc-shaped to adapt to the shape of the blood collection tube 600. The limiting groove 201 is used to place the blood collection tube 600 and to ensure that the barcode 601 on the blood collection tube 600 faces upward. The barcode scanner 300 is mounted on the frame 100 and is higher than the slide plate 200. The barcode scanner 300 has a downward-facing scanning dock 301, which scans the barcode 601 on the blood collection tube 600 through the scanning dock 301 when the slide plate 200 slides under the barcode scanner 300. The barcode scanner 300 is a common device used to identify the barcode 601, and its structure and working principle will not be described in detail here.

[0038] Multiple collection boxes 400 are placed on the frame 100. The pushing assembly 500 is equipped with a slide plate 200 or the frame 100 to push the blood collection tubes 600 into the corresponding collection boxes 400 according to the scanning result of the barcode scanner 300. Specifically, the blood collection tube sorting device may also include a controller. The barcode scanner 300 and the pushing assembly 500 are both connected to the controller. After the barcode scanner 300 scans the barcode 601 of the blood collection tube 600, it sends the scanning result to the controller. The controller then controls the pushing assembly 500 to push the corresponding blood collection tube 600 into the corresponding collection box 400.

[0039] When sorting blood collection tubes 600, multiple blood collection tubes 600 are placed in multiple limiting grooves 201 of the sliding plate 200, with the barcode 601 of the blood collection tubes 600 facing upwards. Then, the sliding plate 200 is slid. When the sliding plate 200 passes under the barcode scanner 300, the barcode scanner 300 can scan and identify the barcode 601 on the blood collection tubes 600 through the scanning dock 301. Based on the scanning result of the barcode scanner 300, the pushing component 500 can push the blood collection tubes 600 into the corresponding collection box 400, thereby realizing the sorting of blood collection tubes 600.

[0040] In this application, the sliding plate 200 drives the blood collection tube 600 to move. The sliding plate 200 vibrates less, and the limiting groove 201 effectively reduces the rolling of the blood collection tube 600, so that the barcode 601 on the blood collection tube 600 always faces upward. This allows the barcode scanner 300 to accurately identify the barcode 601 on the blood collection tube 600, making it more practical.

[0041] refer to Figures 1 to 4As shown, in some embodiments of this utility model, the limiting groove 201 includes two sets, which are respectively located on both sides of the slide plate 200. The limiting grooves 201 in the same set are arranged along the first horizontal direction. The collection box 400 includes two sets, which are respectively located on both sides of the frame 100. The collection boxes 400 in the same set are arranged along the first horizontal direction. In this way, not only can more blood collection tubes 600 be sorted, but also when the pushing component 500 pushes the blood collection tubes 600, interference can be avoided, making pushing more convenient. In addition, the pushing component 500 can also push the blood collection tubes 600 on both sides of the slide plate 200 into the corresponding collection boxes 400 outside the slide plate 200, making sorting more convenient and efficient.

[0042] It should be noted that the two sets of limiting grooves 201 are located on both sides of the slide plate 200, that is, the two sets of limiting grooves 201 are arranged along the second horizontal direction on both sides of the slide plate 200. The two sets of collection boxes 400 are located on both sides of the frame 100, that is, the two sets of collection boxes 400 are arranged along the second horizontal direction on both sides of the frame 100.

[0043] refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments of this utility model, the outer end of the limiting groove 201 is through-hole. That is, the end of the limiting groove 201 near the edge of the slide plate 200 is through-hole. This makes it easier for the pushing assembly 500 to push the blood collection tube 600 out of the limiting groove 201.

[0044] refer to Figures 2 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of this utility model, the slide plate 200 is provided with an installation groove 202 between two sets of limiting grooves 201. The inner end of the limiting groove 201 is provided through the groove. The installation groove 202 is provided with a first installation part 203. The pushing assembly 500 includes a plurality of telescopic members 501. The plurality of telescopic members 501 are provided in the first installation part 203 and correspond one-to-one with the plurality of limiting grooves 201. The telescopic members 501 extend and retract along the second horizontal direction. When the telescopic members 501 extend, they abut against and push the blood collection tube 600. For example, the telescopic member 501 can be an electric push rod or a cylinder, etc. The axis of the end of the telescopic member 501 away from the first installation part 203 can be approximately at the same height as the axis of the blood collection tube 600.

[0045] In this embodiment, the feeding component 500 is directly installed on the slide plate 200, allowing feeding to be performed regardless of where the slide plate 200 is moved, making feeding more convenient and precise. Furthermore, multiple telescopic components 501 push the blood collection tubes 600 within their corresponding limiting grooves 201, further enhancing feeding convenience and precision.

[0046] It should be noted that the pusher assembly 500 can also be located on the frame 100, and the pusher assembly 500 can also be other structures, such as being pushed by a robot, which will not be elaborated here.

[0047] refer to Figures 2 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of this utility model, a limiting member 502 is provided at the end of the telescopic member 501 away from the first mounting part 203. When the telescopic member 501 pushes the blood collection tube 600, the limiting member 502 is located above the blood collection tube 600 to restrict the upward movement of the blood collection tube 600. In this embodiment, the limiting member 502 is provided so that during the process of the telescopic member 501 pushing the blood collection tube 600, the limiting member 502 can limit the telescopic member 501, preventing the blood collection tube 600 from moving upward and affecting the feeding effect.

[0048] refer to Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments of this utility model, the limiting member 502 is curved upward from both sides to the middle into an arc-shaped plate structure, and the axis of the limiting member 502 extends along the second horizontal direction. That is, the cross-section of the limiting member 502 in the second horizontal direction is arc-shaped. This setting provides a better limiting effect on the blood collection tube 600 and can further prevent the blood collection tube 600 from moving upward and affecting the feeding effect.

[0049] refer to Figures 2 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of this utility model, the blood collection tube 600 includes a tube body 602 and a tube cap 603, and the limiting groove 201 includes a first groove segment 204 and a second groove segment 205. The first groove segment 204 is arc-shaped and is used to place the tube body 602. The second groove segment 205 is connected to the outer end of the first groove segment 204, and is arc-shaped and is used to place the tube cap 603.

[0050] In this embodiment, the limiting groove 201 includes a first groove segment 204 and a second groove segment 205. The first groove segment 204 is arc-shaped and adapted to the tube body 602 of the blood collection tube 600. The second groove segment 205 is arc-shaped and adapted to the cap 603 of the blood collection tube 600. The first groove segment 204 is used to place the tube body 602, and the second groove segment 205 is used to place the cap 603. This arrangement improves the placement of the blood collection tube 600. Furthermore, the second groove segment 205, in conjunction with the cap 603 with its anti-slip texture, further prevents the blood collection tube 600 from rolling. In addition, by abutting the cap 603 against the side wall of the second groove segment 205 near the first mounting part 203, the blood collection tube 600 can be positioned along the second horizontal direction. This allows the scanning dock 301 of the barcode scanner 300 to align with the barcode 601 of the blood collection tube 600 more quickly and accurately, making scanning more convenient and precise.

[0051] refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments of this utility model, the frame 100 is provided with a second mounting part 101 on both sides of the slide 200. The second mounting part 101 is provided with a rack 102 extending along the first horizontal direction. The slide 200 is provided with two gears 206, which mesh with the two racks 102 respectively. The slide 200 is provided with a motor, which is connected to one of the gears 206 in a transmission connection.

[0052] When the motor is started, it drives one of the gears 206 to rotate. The two gears 206, through meshing with the two racks 102, drive the slide 200 to slide along the first horizontal direction. The structure is simple and easy to operate. Moreover, the engagement of the two gears 206 with the two racks 102 makes the drive smoother.

[0053] It should be noted that the slide 200 can also be controlled by other means, such as through a hydraulic cylinder or a motor screw mechanism. Alternatively, the slide 200 can be manually pushed, which will not be elaborated upon here.

[0054] refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments of this utility model, the slide plate 200 has receiving grooves 207 on both sides, and the second mounting part 101, rack 102, and gear 206 are all located within the receiving grooves 207. In this embodiment, the receiving grooves 207, with the rack 102 and gear 206 all located within them, prevent the rack 102 and gear 206 from being exposed to the outside and accumulating excessive dust or being damaged. The second mounting part 101, located within the receiving grooves 207, prevents the blood collection tube 600 from falling into the collection box 400 and causing obstruction.

[0055] refer to Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments of this utility model, a receiving area 103 is formed at the middle position of the frame 100 along the first horizontal direction, a sliding plate 200 is placed in the receiving area 103, and a discharging area 104 is formed outside both ends of the receiving area 103. Two barcode scanners 300 are provided, and the two barcode scanners 300 are respectively located above both ends of the receiving area 103. For example, along the first horizontal direction, the receiving area 103 is located between the two discharging areas 104, and the sliding plate 200 is located on one side of the receiving area 103 along the second horizontal direction.

[0056] In this embodiment, when the slide plate 200 is located in the discharge area 104 outside one end of the receiving area 103, the blood collection tube 600 is placed in the limiting groove 201 of the slide plate 200. When the slide plate 200 slides to the receiving area 103, it will pass under one of the barcode scanners 300. The barcode scanner 300 will scan the barcodes 601 of all the blood collection tubes 600 in sequence. When the slide plate 200 moves from the receiving area 103 to another discharge area 104, the push-pull component can push the corresponding blood collection tube 600 into the corresponding collection box 400 according to the scanning result. Then, in another discharge area 104, the new blood collection tube 600 with sorting function can be placed in the limiting groove 201 of the slide plate 200 without having to return to the first discharge area 104 to discharge the material. This makes the operation more convenient and the sorting efficiency higher.

[0057] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A blood collection tube sorting device, characterized in that, include: frame; A sliding plate is slidably mounted on the frame along a first horizontal direction. The upper surface of the sliding plate is provided with a plurality of limiting grooves. The limiting grooves extend along a second horizontal direction perpendicular to the first horizontal direction. The limiting grooves are used to place blood collection tubes and make the barcode on the blood collection tubes face upward. A barcode scanner is mounted on the frame and above the slide plate. The barcode scanner has a downward-facing scanning dock to scan the barcode on the blood collection tube when the slide plate slides past the bottom of the barcode scanner. Multiple collection boxes are placed on the rack; The feeding assembly is equipped with the slide or the frame to push the blood collection tube into the corresponding collection box according to the scanning result of the barcode scanner.

2. The blood collection tube sorting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting groove includes two sets, which are located on both sides of the slide plate. The limiting grooves in the same set are arranged along the first horizontal direction. The collection box includes two sets, which are located on both sides of the frame. The collection boxes in the same set are arranged along the first horizontal direction.

3. The blood collection tube sorting device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer end of the limiting groove is provided through.

4. The blood collection tube sorting device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The slide plate is provided with an installation groove between the two sets of limiting grooves. The inner end of the limiting groove is provided through. The installation groove is provided with a first installation part. The pushing component includes multiple telescopic members. The multiple telescopic members are provided in the first installation part and correspond one-to-one with the multiple limiting grooves. The telescopic members extend and retract along the second horizontal direction. When the telescopic members are extended, they are used to abut and push the blood collection tube.

5. The blood collection tube sorting device according to claim 4, characterized in that, A limiting member is provided at the end of the telescopic member away from the first mounting part. When the telescopic member pushes the blood collection tube, the limiting member is located above the blood collection tube to restrict the blood collection tube from moving upward.

6. The blood collection tube sorting device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The limiting member bends upward from both sides to the middle into an arc-shaped plate structure, and the axis of the limiting member extends along the second horizontal direction.

7. The blood collection tube sorting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The blood collection tube includes a tube body and a tube cap, and the limiting groove includes: The first groove section is arc-shaped and is used to place the tube body; The second groove is connected to the outer end of the first groove. The second groove is arc-shaped and is used to place the tube cap.

8. The blood collection tube sorting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame has a second mounting part on each side of the slide plate. The second mounting part has a rack extending along the first horizontal direction. The slide plate has two gears, which mesh with the two racks respectively. The slide plate has a motor, which is connected to one of the gears in a transmission connection.

9. The blood collection tube sorting device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The slide is provided with receiving grooves on both sides, and the second mounting part, the rack and the gear are all located in the receiving grooves.

10. The blood collection tube sorting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame forms a receiving area at the middle position along the first horizontal direction, the slide is placed in the receiving area, and the frame forms a feeding area at both ends of the receiving area. There are two barcode scanners, which are respectively located above both ends of the receiving area.

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